Lexus IS 250 towing capacity by year
The Lexus IS 250 has tow data across 10 model years, from 2006 through 2015. The most recent 2015 Lexus IS 250 carries a maximum tow rating of 3,300 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Lexus IS 250 page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Lexus IS 250 max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Lexus IS 250, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Lexus IS 250 years (2011–2015)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Lexus IS 250 | 4 | 3,300 |
| 2014 Lexus IS 250 | 2 | 3,300 |
| 2013 Lexus IS 250 | 2 | 3,300 |
| 2012 Lexus IS 250 | 2 | 3,300 |
| 2011 Lexus IS 250 | 2 | 3,300 |
Older Lexus IS 250 years (2006–2010)
Earlier model years for the Lexus IS 250, going back to 2006. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Lexus IS 250 | 2 | 3,300 |
| 2009 Lexus IS 250 | 2 | 3,300 |
| 2008 Lexus IS 250 | 2 | 3,300 |
| 2007 Lexus IS 250 | 2 | 3,300 |
| 2006 Lexus IS 250 | 2 | 3,300 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.