2014 Lexus IS F-Sport revealed ahead of Detroit presentation - HQ Images

The third generation of the Lexus IS was scheduled to debut at the Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS) next week, January 15, but today a few low-quality images were disclosed of the F-sport version.

This is the F-Sport, not the IS F that should be presented later this eyar. This version includes a new aerodynamic kit, larger wheels, a special finish of the front grille, while inside we have some aesthetic modifications in order to make it look more sporty.

The engines will be the same used in the other IS versions, starting with two V6 powerplants, a 2.5liter and a 3.5liter, while later a four cylinder hybrid should appear, and maybe even a diesel.

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The next-generation Lexus IS will offer subscription-free traffic and weather information

Lexus announced that the new generation of the IS, which will be presented at the Detroit Auto Show starting next week, will be the first production model to offer subscription-free traffic and weather information on integrated audio systems.

This feature is made possible thanks to a partnership with iBiquity developer of the HD Radio™ and will be standard on all versions of the Lexus IS with display audio or optional navigation systems.

Source: Lexus USA

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TORRANCE, Calif. (Jan. 8, 2013) – Lexus today announced that it has partnered with iBiquity Digital Corporation, the developer of HD Radio™ Technology, to be the first automotive brand to offer subscription-free, real-time traffic and weather information on its integrated audio systems. The all-new Lexus IS sport sedan, which will debut at the North American International Auto Show on Jan. 15, will be the first Lexus vehicle to feature this technology when it arrives in dealerships this summer.

“At Lexus, we strive for partnerships that bring the most advanced connected vehicle technologies to our customers at a great value,” said Sandy Lobenstein, vice president, Connected Vehicle Technology and Planning. “As a result of our partnership with iBiquity, our owners will be the first in the industry to have access to subscription-free real-time traffic and weather data on multimedia systems across our vehicle lineup.”

Lexus will launch two systems integrating HD Radio, digital audio entertainment and real-time traffic and weather information.

For vehicles with available Navigation, Lexus will provide a digital audio and navigation system driven by the first of its kind hybrid technology capable of receiving digital traffic and weather information from both HD Radio stations and the cell phone network, using the driver’s smartphone connected with the Lexus Enform system.

For vehicles without navigation, Lexus will offer a standard premium Display Audio system complete with subscription-free traffic maps and weather information, all delivered by HD Radio stations across the country.

iBiquity will display this new technology in their booth at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nev., through Jan. 11.

The debut of the all-new Lexus IS will be webcast live at www.lexus.com and on the Lexus Facebook page at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on Jan. 15.

Lexus teases us the 2014 IS

According to LexusEnthusiast, there was a video in the North American website of the luxury vehicle division of Japanese automaker Toyota that previewed what the 2014 IS will look like. Could not find it, but here you have some picture of the most important details.
 
The reveal will take place at the Detroit Auto Show on Tuesday, January 15th at 9:30am, and will broadcasted live from the Lexus website. Oh, and yes, it looks like the Nike logo.

Source: LexusEnthusiast