Lexus combines a high level of craftsmanship with exaggerated styling across its range of diverse models. It functions as the luxury division of the well-known Japanese automaker, Toyota, but with a greater level of personality and appeal. The Lexus LS is a full-size luxury sedan (F-segment in Europe) serving as the flagship model of Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota.
Overview
For the first four generations, all LS models featured V8 engines and were predominantly rear-wheel-drive. In the fourth generation, Lexus offered all-wheel-drive, hybrid, and long-wheelbase variants. It comes standard with a 3.4-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine that makes a silky-smooth 416 horsepower. The engine sounds refined and powerful under heavy throttle, but hushed when cruising. A 10-speed automatic handles gear changes.
Reliability
The CR gave the 2020 LS a 53 out of 100 overall scores. J.D. Power hasn’t rated the LS yet for reliability. LS owners are generally satisfied with its style and performance. However, they don’t feel that it’s of great value.
Safety
As a small-volume vehicle, the Lexus LS 500h may never be subjected to independent crash testing by Euro NCAP. And this is true of many of its rivals, too. That doesn’t mean, however, that the LS 500 his unsafe. Aside from the undisputed quality of its construction, the Lexus is loaded with sophisticated safety features designed to reduce the likelihood of a crash.
Resale value
According to the industry, a Lexus LS 500 has a forecasted 5-year depreciation rate of 50%. In 5 years, its value will decrease by approximately $40,798 from its new price of $81,597 to $40,798.
Maintenance and Repair
Lexus isn’t as cheap to maintain as a Toyota, but it’s close. RepairPal’s ranking showed Lexus in sixth place overall for its low ownership costs. Owners spend about $551 per year on maintenance and repairs, though the cost increases as the car ages.
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Is Lexus LS a Front-Wheel-Drive, Rear-Wheel-Drive or All-Wheel-Drive car?
The Lexus LS is a All Wheel Drive car.
How many seats are in the Lexus LS?
The Lexus LS is a car with 5 seats. The EPA Classification for this car is: Midsize Cars
What is the horsepower in a Lexus LS and does it have a turbo?
The Lexus LS has 416 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque. The engine is a Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6 with a displacement of 3.5 L The fuel system is: Port/Direct Injection.
How big is the trunk in the Lexus LS?
16.9 Cubic Feet ( 0,479 m3 )
What type of wheels does it have?
Lexus LS has 19 X 8 inch Aluminum Front Wheels and 19 X 8 inch Aluminum Rear Wheels.
How many miles will a Lexus LS last?
One Lexus LS 1996 went a million miles. A typical Lexus will last at most 250,000 miles. 300,000. Mileage is common as long as maintenance is done regularly.