2022 Lexus IS transmission: CVT or automatic?

No. The 2022 Lexus IS uses an 8-speed automatic and a 6-speed automatic - none of its EPA-listed configurations has a CVT.

Key takeaways

  • 4 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2022 Lexus IS.
  • No CVT here - use the automatic or manual transmission fluid your owner's manual specifies.
  • The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.

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2022 Lexus IS: every EPA-listed configuration
EngineTransmissionEPA codeDrive
2.0L 4-cylinder turbo8-speed automaticAutomatic (S8)RWD
3.5L 6-cylinder6-speed automaticAutomatic (S6)AWD
3.5L 6-cylinder8-speed automaticAutomatic (S8)RWD
5.0L 8-cylinder8-speed automaticAutomatic (S8)RWD

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.

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