2008 Lexus IS F

The 2008 Lexus IS F is powered by a 416-horsepower 5.0-liter combined with an 8-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission that Lexus describes as combining the best performance characteristics of an automated manual transmission with the smoothness and refinement of a torque-converter automatic. The driver can shift manually using either the console shift or steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters and when downshifting the throttle is automatically and precisely blipped to match engine rpm to vehicle speed. The IS F features sports car driving dynamics with lowered sport-tuned suspension and 19-inch wheels fitted with either Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 or Bridgestone Potenza tires designed specifically for the IS F. The Lexus Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management is specifically calibrated for the IS F and heavy-duty Brembo brakes with 6-pistion front calipers are fitted.