{"id":301,"date":"2025-01-23T10:00:58","date_gmt":"2025-01-23T11:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sacueta.com\/?p=301"},"modified":"2025-01-30T13:54:12","modified_gmt":"2025-01-30T13:54:12","slug":"2025-lexus-is300-gains-f-sport-black-iv-special-edition-but-only-for-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sacueta.com\/index.php\/2025\/01\/23\/2025-lexus-is300-gains-f-sport-black-iv-special-edition-but-only-for-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 Lexus IS300 Gains F Sport Black IV Special Edition, But Only For Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/sacueta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/2025-Lexus-IS300-F-SPORT-Mode-Black-IV-Japan-main-1024x576-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-12 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul>\n<li>The Japanese-spec Lexus IS300 and IS300h are offered in the F Sport Black IV special edition.<\/li>\n<li>The models feature black exterior accents, BBS wheels, and black Ash wood inserts inside.<\/li>\n<li>The 2025 MY lineup is largely carried over, with a new leather seat option for the IS500.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Lexus has announced a new special edition for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/lexus-is\/\">IS sedan<\/a> in Japan, alongside minor changes for the 2025 MY lineup. The IS300 and IS300h gain the F Sport Black IV treatment, featuring BBS wheels and black accents.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The fourth iteration of the F Sport Mode Black series rides on a new set of forged alloy wheels from BBS, which are finished in black. The new rims and the black mirrors with a smoked finish for the chrome bits distinguish the new model from the previous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2022\/08\/lexus-is300-and-is350-models-receive-special-f-sport-mode-black-iii-in-japan\/\">IS300 F Sport Black III<\/a>, which also had black exterior accents.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/01\/lexus-rc-and-rc-f-final-edition-signal-end-of-production-in-november\/\">Lexus Kills Off The RC And RC F Coupes After 11 Years<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Moving inside, the F Sport Mode Black IV features Ash wood inserts on the door cards and the steering wheel, dimpled leather for the steering wheel and the shift knob, and Ultrasuede upholstery for the heated and ventilated sports seats. The 8-inch digital instrument cluster has new opening graphics, and the Panoramic View Monitor is included as standard.<\/p>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"taboola-mid-article-thumbnails-organic\"><\/div>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2021\/11\/quick-spin-2022-lexus-is-500-f-sport-performance-says-f-all-your-preconceived-notions\/\">2025 Lexus IS500 with the 5.0-liter V8<\/a> engine remains available and gains a genuine leather seat option in black, white, or red colors. The performance-focused sedan might not be offered in the F Sport Mode Black IV trim, but features the same black mirror caps with a smoked finish.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>Finally, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/lexus\">Lexus<\/a> has added an external power supply attachment to the IS300h accessory outlet (AC100V, 1,500W), making it possible to power the car&rsquo;s systems with the windows closed.<\/p>\n<p>Predictably, there are no changes on the powertrains. The IS300 is fitted with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, the IS300h has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/hybrids\">hybrid<\/a> 2.5-liter mill, and the IS500 retains the 5.0-liter V8. All versions of the sedan are rear-wheel-drive. Note that the current generation of the IS debuted in 2013, with two consecutive facelifts in 2017 and 2020.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2024\/10\/2025-lexus-is-gains-v8-powered-special-edition-and-new-equipment\/\"> Lexus Throws Bold Yellow Paint And BBS Wheels On V8-Powered 2025 IS And It&rsquo;s Glorious<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The 2025 Lexus IS lineup is already available to order in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/japan\/\">Japan<\/a>. Prices start from &yen;4,810,000 ($30,700) for the entry-level IS300, and climb to &yen;8,500,000 ($54,300) for the flagship IS500 F Sport. As for the F Sport Mode Black IV special edition, it costs &yen;5,900,000 ($37,700) for the IS300 and &yen;6,350,000 ($40,600) for the IS300h. <\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Lexus also announced that it has sold around 1.3 million units of the IS globally since the debut of the original back in 1999.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lexus<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Japanese-spec Lexus IS300 and IS300h are offered in the F Sport Black IV special edition. 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