Luxury car-maker Lexus will show three additions to its range, the IS300 saloon, the IS300 SportCross and the SC430 at the Geneva Motor Show, writes David Duffy.
The SC430 is the production version of the concept car, which was one of the stars of last year's Paris and Birmingham Motor Shows.
It is powered by a 283 horsepower, 4.3-litre V8 engine coupled to a five-speed automatic transmission.
Eighteen-inch wheels, double wishbone suspension and an exceptionally rigid body structure ensure class-leading dynamics and handling.
The Lexus IS300 saloon builds on the attributes that made the Lexus IS200 such a success. It offers an excellent chassis with more power and torque.
Enlarging the capacity of its straight six from two to three litres boosts power to 210 horsepower.
Driver control of the Lexus IS300 is further enhanced by the use of a new five-speed automatic transmission with a push-button gear-change system. Buttons mounted on the steering wheel allow the driver to change gear with a faster, smoother shift.
The IS300 SportCross combines the performance and handling of the IS300 with five-door versatility.
The SportCross shares the powertrain and front-end styling of the IS300 saloon which accompanies it into European showrooms in autumn 2001.
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