2027 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package: Features, Trims, and What Makes It Distinct
The 2027 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package is the top-tier IS trim, adding the exclusive Envious exterior color unavailable on any other configuration. It builds on the full F SPORT package with distinct visual upgrades that set it apart from every other IS on the road. This page covers what the package includes, how it differs trim-to-trim, and where to view current inventory at Lexus of Riverside.
FEATURE OVERVIEW: WHAT THE SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE ADDS
The IS 350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package sits at the top of the 2027 IS lineup. Its most significant distinction is access to Envious, a color offered on no other IS trim. That exclusivity is the defining reason buyers choose this configuration over the standard F SPORT.
Beyond the color, the package retains every performance and technology element of the F SPORT, so buyers are not trading capability for style. They are adding a visual layer on top of an already performance-focused sport sedan.
The 311-hp naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6 carries over unchanged, as does the eight-speed Sport Direct-Shift automatic on the rear-wheel-drive version. The sport-tuned suspension, F SPORT-specific chassis calibration, and the full Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite come standard.
2027 Lexus IS full specs and trim overview
HOW IT WORKS: THE THINKING BEHIND A SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE
Lexus structures Special Appearance Packages to give buyers a fully specified, visually distinct vehicle without requiring custom-order lead times. The package bundles exclusive exterior elements under a single trim designation, so the configuration is predictable and consistent from one vehicle to the next.
Envious is the headline element. It is a purpose-mixed color developed specifically for this package. Because it is not available as a standalone color option on the F SPORT Design or standard F SPORT trims, it functions as a genuine differentiator on the road and in parking lots.
The package also signals intent. A buyer selecting it is communicating that visual identity matters as much as the driving dynamics, and Lexus has built the package so neither is compromised.
Drive Mode Select remains fully functional, giving the driver access to ECO, Normal, Sport S, Sport S+, and Custom modes. The eight-speed Sport Direct-Shift automatic on the RWD version is calibrated for faster downshifts in Sport S+ mode, so the visual drama of the Special Appearance Package is matched by an appropriate throttle response when the driver chooses it.
ACROSS THE TRIMS: WHERE THE SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE FITS
The 2027 IS lineup runs six trim configurations. Understanding where the Special Appearance Package sits helps buyers evaluate what they gain and what the alternatives offer.
IS 350 F SPORT DESIGN (RWD)
Entry point into the IS 350 lineup. F SPORT Design badging, sport exterior styling, 12.3-inch Lexus Interface touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, four USB-C ports, Qi Gen5 wireless charging, standard 10-speaker Lexus Premium audio, and the heated steering wheel new for the 2027 model year. Rear-wheel drive with the 8-speed Sport Direct-Shift automatic.
IS 350 F SPORT DESIGN AWD
Identical content to the F SPORT Design but with the all-wheel-drive system and 6-speed paddle-shift automatic.
IS 350 F SPORT (RWD)
Adds F SPORT-specific chassis tuning, suspension calibration, and additional sport styling elements over the Design trim. Same 311-hp V6, 8-speed Sport Direct-Shift, and full tech suite. Available colors include Ultra White, Iridium, Cloudburst Gray, Caviar, Infrared, Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0, and Wind.
IS 350 F SPORT AWD
F SPORT content with AWD and the 6-speed automatic.
IS 350 F SPORT SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE (RWD)
Everything in the F SPORT, plus access to Envious and the package-specific visual distinctions. This is the only trim where Envious is offered. Buyers who want this color have exactly one path to it.
IS 350 F SPORT SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE AWD
The same Special Appearance Package content, including exclusive access to Envious, paired with the all-wheel-drive system and 6-speed automatic. Buyers who want Envious and AWD traction select this configuration.
2027 Lexus IS official specs and trim data
REAL-WORLD BENEFIT: WHAT THIS PACKAGE DOES FOR THE OWNER
The practical case for the Special Appearance Package comes down to identity and resale positioning. Envious is a rare sight. Because only buyers who specifically select the Special Appearance Package can order it, the color stays scarce in the market. That scarcity has two effects: the car stands out during ownership, and it retains a recognizable identity in the used market that connects it to a premium original specification.
Inside, the driver still gets the full technology stack that makes the IS genuinely usable daily. The 12.3-inch Lexus Interface touchscreen handles navigation, media, and connected services without requiring a phone. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto eliminate cable clutter. The four USB-C ports (two in the front, two in the rear) keep all passengers charged on longer runs down the I-215 or the 91 freeway. The optional 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system is available, which transforms the cabin into a listening environment that justifies sitting in traffic on the 60.
Cargo sits at 10.8 cubic feet behind the rear seats, adequate for weekend bags or a golf bag with the rear seats folded. The sedan proportions (185.8 inches long, 56.5 inches tall) make parking in denser parts of Riverside straightforward compared with larger sport sedans.
The 311-hp V6 reaches 60 mph in 5.9 seconds in RWD form. That number is not just a specification. It is what the driver feels when merging onto the 91 from the Van Buren interchange, and the Sport Direct-Shift transmission makes that sensation repeatable on demand without manual intervention.
HOW IT COMPARES: SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE IN CONTEXT
Competitor sport sedans in this segment typically offer appearance-focused packages as dealer-added accessories or aftermarket groupings. Lexus structures the Special Appearance Package at the factory level, which means the color and visual elements are covered under the full Lexus warranty: 4 years or 50,000 miles for basic coverage, and 6 years or 70,000 miles for powertrain.
That warranty structure is a meaningful difference. Dealer-installed appearance packages on competitor vehicles frequently carry separate, shorter coverage terms. A factory-built Special Appearance Package means the buyer's investment in the exclusive styling is backed by the same coverage as the engine and drivetrain.
The naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6 is also a distinction. Some competitors have shifted this segment toward smaller-displacement turbocharged engines. The IS 350's approach delivers 280 lb-ft of torque in a linear power curve that many drivers find more predictable and rewarding in real-world conditions than a turbocharged alternative with early torque spikes.
SEE THE 2027 IS 350 F SPORT SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE AT LEXUS OF RIVERSIDE
Envious is not a color you can approximate with a different trim or an aftermarket wrap. If the Special Appearance Package is the right fit, the inventory at Lexus of Riverside is the place to confirm it in person. Lexus of Riverside serves buyers throughout Riverside and the surrounding Inland Empire, and the team can walk through every configuration detail, compare the Mark Levinson audio upgrade in a live vehicle, and arrange a test drive on a route that puts the 311-hp V6 and Sport Direct-Shift transmission through their paces.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS THE 2027 LEXUS IS 350 F SPORT SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE?
It is the highest-specification trim in the 2027 IS 350 lineup. It includes everything in the standard F SPORT trim plus access to the exclusive Envious exterior color, which is not available on any other IS 350 configuration.
IS ENVIOUS AVAILABLE ON OTHER IS 350 TRIMS?
No. Envious is exclusive to the IS 350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package, available in both the RWD and AWD versions of that trim. Buyers on the F SPORT Design or standard F SPORT trims choose from Ultra White, Iridium, Cloudburst Gray, Caviar, Infrared, Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0, and Wind.
DOES THE SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE CHANGE THE POWERTRAIN?
No. The 311-hp 3.5-liter V6 is identical to that in the standard F SPORT. The RWD version pairs it with the 8-speed Sport Direct-Shift automatic, and the AWD version uses the 6-speed automatic. The package adds visual distinction, not a different engine.
IS THE SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE AVAILABLE WITH AWD?
Yes. The IS 350 F SPORT Special Appearance Package is available in both RWD and AWD configurations. Both give buyers access to Envious. Contact Lexus of Riverside to confirm current stock in each drivetrain.
WHAT SAFETY FEATURES COME STANDARD ON THE SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE?
The full Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite is standard. That includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Lane Departure Mitigation, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams, Proactive Driving Assist, and Blind-Spot Warning with Rear Cross-Traffic Warning.
IS THE MARK LEVINSON AUDIO SYSTEM STANDARD ON THE SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE?
No. The standard audio system is the 10-speaker Lexus Premium Sound configuration. The 17-speaker Mark Levinson system is an available upgrade across F SPORT trims.
WHAT WARRANTY COVERS THE SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE?
The standard Lexus new-vehicle warranty applies: 4 years or 50,000 miles for basic coverage, and 6 years or 70,000 miles for powertrain. Because it is a factory-built configuration, the visual elements are covered under the same warranty terms as the rest of the vehicle.
WHERE CAN I SEE THE 2027 IS 350 F SPORT SPECIAL APPEARANCE PACKAGE IN RIVERSIDE?
Lexus of Riverside carries current IS 350 inventory. Browse inventory online to check available configurations, or contact the dealership to schedule a test drive.
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