Through the Darkness comes...the Lexus IS C
Operated via 13 electric motors, 33 sensors and a dedicated Electronic Control Unit (ECU), this three-piece hardtop retracts in approximately 20 seconds, making it the fastest in its class. As important, with the top up, the IS Convertible provides the same air-tight seal as the IS sport sedan.
Moments before the convertible roof completes its closing process, a braking mechanism is activated to gently bring the top into position. This helps minimize undesirable mechanical sounds and gives the IS Convertible an additional air of refinement.
The IS Convertible stays true to the original IS sedan by sharing the same hood, headlamps, door handles and side-mirror designs. With the top up, it delivers the aggressive profile of a two-door coupe. And with the top down, it’s a stunning convertible. This dual-mode design lets IS Convertible drivers feel like they’re driving two vehicles instead of one.
To help make the IS Convertible as aerodynamic as possible, our engineers meticulously adjusted the angle and shape of the windshield, the size of the cabin, the contour of the taillamps and even the height of the trunk lid. This all helped improve airflow over the vehicle (a mere 0.29 coefficient of drag), resulting in excellent fuel economy, a quieter cabin and better vehicle control at higher speeds.
By recognizing the unique security code transmitted by your key fob, the SmartAccess system allows the vehicle to unlock the door or trunk lid without you having to touch your key. The system also activates the puddle lamps to help you see your way to the door, and an entry lighting system illuminates your path of entry from the door handle to the ignition button.
Backing out of tight spaces is much easier with the available backup camera. A tiny camera integrated into the trunk helps show what the camera detects behind the vehicle. Place the IS Convertible in reverse and the camera's view is displayed in full color on the LCD screen located in the center console.
When it comes to road-illumination technology, the available Bi-Xenon™ High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps are not only several times brighter than their halogen counterparts, their xenon gas bulbs use less energy and last significantly longer. In addition, an auto-leveling feature helps to ensure that the headlamps remain pointed at the proper angle, reducing glare to oncoming drivers.
Integrated stylishly into the lower corners of the front bumper is a set of foglamps. Not only do they help you see better in inclement weather, they also help reduce glare for oncoming drivers.
A millimeter-wave radar sensor allows the available Dynamic Radar Cruise Control to maintain your selected speed. This system also enables you to follow the vehicle in front of you at the same pre-set speed. If you get too close to the traffic in front of you, the throttle is automatically reduced and brakes are applied. Once the road clears, the IS returns to its pre-set speed. A car icon on the information display shows the selected following distance.
Boosting both the aesthetics and performance of the IS Convertible are standard low-profile, 17-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels fitted with high-performance tires. The IS Convertible is also available with 18-inch five-spoke wheels, which are eight inches wide at the front and 8.5 inches wide at the rear.
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