The Lexus IS-F is a high-performance variation of the IS line featuring a 5.0L V8 engine producing 416 horsepower. It was the first car produced by the sport-oriented F division of Lexus. The IS-F is designed to compete with other sporty sedans such as the Audi RS4, BMW M3, and Cadillac CTS-V. In 2012, Lexus updated the IS-F with a series of technical revisions including a limited-slip differential and redesigned exterior.