Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 7 recorded runs

Lexus IS F 0–60 Times

The Lexus IS F 0–60 times and quarter mile times below are from 7 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver and Motor Trend and more.

The fastest tested Lexus IS F is the 2008 Lexus IS F Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.70 seconds at 114.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Lexus IS F is the 2011 Lexus IS F Sedan, which took 4.7 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 13.10 seconds at 110.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

Out of all the Lexus IS F tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.40 seconds The average quarter mile time is 12.83 seconds at 112.44 mph.

Fastest 0–60 4.2sec 2008 Sedan

Average 0–60 4.40sec Across 7 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 12.83sec @ 112.4 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 4.7sec 2011 Sedan

Across 7 verified runs, the Lexus IS F ranges from 4.2 to 4.7 seconds 0–60, with a 4.40-second average.

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Tests by model year

7 tests · 3 years

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Model Year 3

2012

Lexus IS F · 1 verified run

Avg 0–60 4.50 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 12.90 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#06

2012 Lexus IS F Sedan

4.5sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

12.90s ¼ mi @ 111.4 mph

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0–60 mph 4.50 sec

¼ Mile ET 12.90 sec

Trap Speed 111.4 mph

Engine 5.0L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 8A

MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H

Production Vehicle

Body Type Sedan

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Motor Trend

Overall Rank #6 of 7

2011

Lexus IS F · 1 verified run

Avg 0–60 4.70 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 13.10 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#07

2011 Lexus IS F Sedan

4.7sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

13.10s ¼ mi @ 110.0 mph

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0–60 mph 4.70 sec

¼ Mile ET 13.10 sec

Trap Speed 110.0 mph

Engine 5.0L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 8A

MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H / 18 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Sedan

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Car and Driver

Overall Rank #7 of 7

2008

Lexus IS F · 5 verified runs

Avg 0–60 4.32 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 12.76 sec

Recorded Tests 5

#01

2008 Lexus IS F Sedan

4.2sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

12.70s ¼ mi @ 114.0 mph

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0–60 mph 4.20 sec

¼ Mile ET 12.70 sec

Trap Speed 114.0 mph

Engine 5.0L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 8A

MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H / 16 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Sedan

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Car and Driver

Overall Rank #1 of 7

#02

2008 Lexus IS F Sedan

4.3sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

12.70s ¼ mi @ 113.4 mph

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0–60 mph 4.30 sec

¼ Mile ET 12.70 sec

Trap Speed 113.4 mph

Engine 5.0L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 8A

MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H / 17.9 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Sedan

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Motor Trend

Overall Rank #2 of 7

#03

2008 Lexus IS F Sedan

4.3sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

12.70s ¼ mi @ 112.3 mph

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0–60 mph 4.30 sec

¼ Mile ET 12.70 sec

Trap Speed 112.3 mph

Engine 5.0L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 8A

MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H / 19 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Sedan

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Motor Trend

Overall Rank #3 of 7

#04

2008 Lexus IS F Sedan

4.4sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

12.80s ¼ mi @ 114.0 mph

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0–60 mph 4.40 sec

¼ Mile ET 12.80 sec

Trap Speed 114.0 mph

Engine 5.0L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 8A

MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H / 16 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Sedan

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Car and Driver

Overall Rank #4 of 7

#05

2008 Lexus IS F Sedan

4.4sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

12.90s ¼ mi @ 112.0 mph

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0–60 mph 4.40 sec

¼ Mile ET 12.90 sec

Trap Speed 112.0 mph

Engine 5.0L V8

Drivetrain RWD

Transmission 8A

MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H / 21 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Sedan

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Car and Driver

Overall Rank #5 of 7

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Performance distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster

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Frequently asked

6 questions

The quickest Lexus IS F on record is the 2008 Lexus IS F Sedan, which runs 0–60 mph in 4.2 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 12.70 seconds at 114.0 mph.

The slowest recorded Lexus IS F is the 2011 Lexus IS F Sedan, which takes 4.7 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 13.10 seconds in the quarter.

Averaged across all 7 verified runs, a Lexus IS F reaches 60 mph in 4.40 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 12.83 seconds at roughly 112.4 mph.

We have verified test data for 3 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.

Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver and Motor Trend. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.

0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver

Motor Trend

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Lexus IS F can do, not a single marketing claim.

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