Lexus LS – Review, Specs, Pricing, Features, Videos and More
Lexus’ flagship car is the full-size LS sedan. Like most large Lexus models, the LS has ditched the V8 engine in favor of a turbocharged V6 unit. There also continues to be a hybrid option that delivers decent amounts of power and great fuel economy.
The LS is designed for passengers as much as the driver. It coddles all occupants with comfortable seats, high levels of technology, and a smooth ride quality.
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2021 Lexus LS 500 Review: Smooth Operator
When Lexus first arrived in the US with the LS 400 it took the luxury sedan market by storm. Its engine smoothness and in-cabin experience were unparalleled.
But a lot has changed since then. While its core values have remained intact, in recent years, the LS has fallen behind its chief competitor, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, in terms of luxury and technology. But it also undercuts the Germans by a fair margin, and for the 2021 model year, Lexus has made some improvements to the cabin, and thrown in an uber-luxurious package that measures up even to the highest luxury standards.
Couple all that with an impeccably designed interior and the spirit of Japanese hospitality and the 2021 Lexus LS 500 comes across as a package worth considering even at $110,000—at least on paper.
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Detailed Specs
Price | $80,685- $115,560 |
Engine | 3.4-liter turbo 6-cylinder / 3.5-liter 6-cylinder + hybrid |
Power | 416 hp / 354 hp |
Torque | 442 lb-ft. / N/A |
Drivetrain | RWD / AWD |
Transmission | 10AT / eCVT |
Fuel Economy (city/hwy) | 17-22 mpg / 27-29 mpg |
Cargo Capacity | 15.19 - 16.95 cu ft. |
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