Lexus IS 250 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Lexus IS 250 model year from 2006 to 2015 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the IS 250 has been offered with 2.5L 6-cyl engines; every rated year lands at 24 MPG combined. Every rated gas version calls for premium gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Lexus IS 250 fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 23–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | $18,287 | 48 listings |
| 2014 | 23–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 23–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 22–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 22–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 21–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 21–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 21–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 21–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 21–24 MPG | 2.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
2015 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2015 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 24 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $18,287 on VehiSales (48 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 C | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2014 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2014 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250 C | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2013 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2013 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250/IS 250C | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2012 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2012 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250/IS 250C | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250/IS 250C | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
2011 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2011 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250/IS 250C | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250/IS 250C | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
2010 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2010 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250/IS 250C | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| IS 250/IS 250C | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2009 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2009 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2008 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2008 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2007 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2007 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
2006 Lexus IS 250: engines & MPG
The 2006 IS 250 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| IS 250 AWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| IS 250 | 2.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Lexus IS 250 get?
Every rated IS 250 year comes in at 24 MPG combined.
What engines does the 2015 Lexus IS 250 have?
The 2015 IS 250 was EPA-rated with 2.5L 6-cyl engines — see the 2015 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Lexus IS 250 require premium gas?
Yes — every EPA-rated gas IS 250 version specifies premium gasoline.
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