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Lexus IS 300
2002-05 modelsMODERATE OVERLAP FRONT TEST
OVERALL EVALUATION:
| Structure/safety cage | Injury measures | Restraints/dummy kinematics | |||
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| Head/neck | Chest | Leg/foot, left | Leg/foot, right | ||
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Important: Frontal crash test ratings can be compared only among vehicles of similar weight.
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Test details:
The Lexus IS 300 was introduced in the 2001 model year and structurally modified beginning with 2002 models to improve occupant protection in frontal offset crashes.
Restraints/dummy kinematics — Dummy movement was well controlled. During rebound, the dummy's head hit the B-pillar.
Injury measures — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity. Head acceleration from the B-pillar hit was low.
Left to right:
- Action shot taken during the frontal offset crash test.
- The dummy's position in relation to the steering wheel and instrument panel after the crash test indicates that the driver's survival space was maintained well.
- Loading of the head into the airbag is shown in this photo taken during the crash test.
- Smeared greasepaint indicates where the dummy's left knee and shin hit the instrument panel and knee bolster. Intrusion into the driver's space was minimal.
Additional features:
- Side airbags: front head curtain airbags and front seat-mounted torso airbags
- Electronic stability control (optional)
- Antilock brakes
- Daytime running lights
Tested vehicle specifications:
- 2002 Lexus IS 300 4-door
- Class: Midsize luxury/near luxury car
- Weight: 3,395 lbs.
- Side airbags: front head curtain airbags and front seat-mounted torso airbags
- Wheelbase: 105 in.
- Length: 177 in.
- Width: 68 in.
- Engine: 3.2 L 6-cylinder
- EPA ratings: 18 mpg city | 25 mpg highway
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Last updated:
October 5, 2005
