2018 Lexus LS 500 Twin Turbo FIRST DRIVE REVIEW (2 of 3)
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- Опубликовано: 1 окт 2024
- MotoMan drives the 2018 Lexus LS500 and goes on a quest: How does a Twin Turbo V6 and a drastically different platform impact the driving dynamics of the Lexus of Lexus sedans?
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Lexus would be my choice. Between an S Class and the 7 series, the Lexus will have far fewer visits to the mechanic then the other two cars
Tully3674 you don't know that
Mastercard Those that fail to learn from history....
Tully3674 I would take this or the 7 series over the S-Class any day
He knows that!
Abyyone whose ever owned all three would agree!
currently drive a LS460,would have put lc500 lump into ls500( duh!). I even heard a rumor months ago about a v8 option,but seems that was just a rumor. Currently hailing from Fremont CA.
No one buys a Lexus like the LS because they have to or settling for next best thing. This is a car that one buys because they can! I sell 7's LS460's and S550 and Lexus is by far the most reliable and the absolute best for retaining value. 7 series....lol piece of junk!
i own a lexus, trust me, as long as you take care of it...you wouldn't be visiting the mechanic anytime soon. unlike the bmw, audi, benz......etc. get a lexus.
CAI$H GOD, I’m thinking of getting a Lexus as next vehicle, any typical model that is a good bang for your buck?
Mr Lundy any model is nice and reliable. I have a 2008 GS350. I love it.
CAI$H GOD, thanks for the info.
Late LS400 (great bargains) or LS430...'04-'06.
Maybe, but It should cost less that S or A8. In my country the price is very similar.
LS every time, without a doubt...
Ugliest car ever designed!
My wife and 2 kids each own a Lexus. I drive a Prius. After a lifetime of driving, I'm still a Toyota fan. Not even Honda can compare with it's legendary reliability and quality control. I will never go near a BMW or a Mercedes. They are trouble waiting to happen. Heard too many horror stories about them.
True. But no apostrophe.
I own a Prius. Have 210,000 miles and 10k oil change intervals. That's it. Never have been to the shop once. Plus I drive in Indianapolis snow and grip grip grip
After spending every other week at the shop with my bmws and mercedes. I finally got an LS460 and forgot what its like to go to the mechanic. Yes, I see where the LS500 isn't as great as the S class, but id take it over that simply because of the reliability.
btw, Id still want an NA V8 for the same reason.
Roman G hopefully this twin turbo engine is as reliable as the old V8s in the past
Lexus all the way, Mer and Bm alway problems
really you are right
And they do vigorous testing on their engines. They make sure to run at least a million miles on the motor to make sure it is to their standard.
lexus is a piece of SHIT toyota is GARBAGE lexus is UGLY and STUPID
BEST large luxury car on the market.
Those headlights are beautiful. The interior and exterior. Bravo Lexus another home run.
Lexus has re invented the LS to the same level as the original 89s. This is revolutionary for lexus and what I have been waiting for, amazing car! I would buy hands down, beautiful car, performance, reliability, power, yes i do want a v8 but maybe the LSF will be that, but i must say, I am highly impressed with this twin turbo v6.
Afric Network and who is loaning you the money to 'buy' it? Lol
While all 3 cars will depreciate dramatically, the LS will depreciate the slowest, therefore im going with the Lexus... and you can bet the farm that it will be the most reliable.
I f you spend that amount of money for a car you don't care about depreciation! You care about style and innovation. You can find these two in a German car not in a Lexus.
I had a Lexus as well as a lot of German cars, always regret to buy the Lexus never a German one.
Japanese car are just a morphing ugly copy of old German cars, with no innovation
David Vianello ummm mercedes and bmw innovative? 😂😂 you must be high
Who do you think introduced into the market HID lights, Canbus, twin turbo, dual clutch transmission, adaptive light, laser light, aluminum body and chassis ......? The list is really long.
+David Vianello style is purely subjective. Just because you think Japanese cars are not stylish it does not mean everyone would agree with you.
+Whdydtn 배ᅧᅢ yeah innovation that keeps breaking down needing a repair.
My dad is going to trade in his S350 for this. Cannot wait
UgenixK lucky
Dumb choice sorry.
Nefarious Cheat Interesting take. You should become successful and support the company you believe is producing the “right” choice!
Jack Z haha 😂 I clicked this video again just to read this post... fuckin hilarious 😂
I would take this over the current S class.
EDDY SENG take what you like but s class is still the king.
Hasan Al-habbobi S Class is beautiful, no doubt, I had one and a BMW too. I'll choose Lexus over any German car. Just far more reliable!
The lexus LS class is really good I would take over too love lexus
@@hasanal-habbobi4018 King of depreciation and problems after 100k miles that's about it!
Turbo ? ...thats sad. i like much more the depressing V8 sound and low rpm in such a car !!
This is nice Lexus love it.
Did we all forget the LS was the most awarded luxury brand? Did we forget the LS fit and finish is comparable to Bentley? Facts.
I'd say better than the Bentley. Compare a Bentley that's on 300,000 miles. Especially when it comes to buttons - roof shade buttons, heated seats buttons. I guarantee you the Lexus used higher quality battle-tested materials.
Lexus always more reliable, best resale value.
I'll wait for the LS-F with the twin turbo v8/ S Class killer
mediasix LMAO, Buy the most comfortable recliner you can afford. You'll be waiting A LONG TIME, perhaps for a lifetime. 😂
mediasix I read too about a LS-F, but it wasn't talking about a twin turbo V8. If ever It's true, it's a very good news. If you have a serious link I'm interested to read it. Thanks
In your dreams... You haven't been in an s63amg have you?
Jas Chana i have, but it was at a car lift most of the time..
lol @Robbez duy
this car is beautiful
I've owned 2008 LS 460L since it inception and I can say unequivocally it's by far the best automobile I've ever driven and/owned in my lifetime to date. And I'm intrigued with the new design and model. Test drive is coming soon!
I would take it over the 7 series 10 times out of 10. The S class is another story. I really like both...hmmm. So if you want a German car go with the S if not take the LS.
Reliability is king..ALWAYS!
IMHO, an LS it's not an LS if it's not powered by a N/A V8. The TT V6 may have a million good points towards it but it will never have the meaning, prestige or cache that a V8 brings naturally.
*If* Lexus is indeed going to have a V8 tt as an option in the new LS, it would arguably be much better than anything in the class. It's already on par!
The lexus 500h is my choice. From Jamaica
I did giggle when you said “Ni Hao” when talking about engine placement since that’s Chinese Mandarine for Hello, not “Konichiwa” from Japan....
Perhaps you should go back and listen again . . . You are confusing German with Chinese . . .
MotoManTV perhaps I will. I totally thought I heard “Ni Hao”
Auto generated captions sure didn’t help. Says Diff Antic Calc :/
to answer your question?
DEFINITELY the Lexus... such a beauty. LOVE it.. thanks for the review.
I'm not a Lexus fan, but this thing sounds incredible, and the interior looks first class. Since I like keeping my cars a while, this would be my choice out of the cars listed. With that said, I am concerned over the reliability of this particular car, due to the fact that this car has two turbines. Lexus usually uses bigger, NA engines, no? I was under the impression that this strategy helped the reliability. However if I was leasing, I'd get an A8 or S8
Toyota has made turbo motors in the past without reliability issues, if you were to buy a reliable turbo motor, it should be from Toyota.
I drive a 2017 LS460L. Very satisfied the the smoothness and fuel economy. Maybe Lexus should try the champagne glass test on the 500 to convince the buyers that switching to V6 is not a cost cutting measure. Otherwise I would classify this model as GS 350T.
I'm on my 3rd Lexus RX- have the Hybrid now. It has been flawless, perfectly quiet, and maintenance free. This new Lexus LS is far better car than BMW, Jaguar, or Mercedes. The great thing about this brand of car is that you rarely (if ever) need to make visits to the mechanic! Love the new design.
Funny, my 1992 Toyota Crown Majesta has rear reclining and massaging seats. Controls to move the front seat as well. And a HUD. 😆
I can always count on our Lexus that we have in the garage, wish I could say the same for the German cars we have had in the past. The Lexus is the backup daily to my main daily. LOL! If you rely on a German car as your main daily driver then you know what I mean (always breaking down). I love my German cars but their cheapness with plastics under the hood is leaving a lot to be desired on the reliability front. My 13' GS350 is my first Lexus and I must say i'm impressed, so much so that I really don't long after German cars much anymore. It's nice not spending the full purchase price all over again in "maintenance" when you own a Lexus. I have had numerous Porsches, BMWs, and Mercedes and all of them have been very needy when it comes to "maintenance" and repairs. It's nice to see Lexus is offering more driver focused cars that appeal to German buyers. I have never been a fan of Lexus styling in the past but they are finally heading in the right direction. We love the new LC!
I wish there is a rating on this .... realiabity !!!! and tell the truth on those cars!!!!
give you 5 yers warranty >>>. but there is no cars of their brands that is after 8 years old on the road.... I HEAR YOU some yes some but v very low milage .... weekend car.... I TRIED 20 years sorry...... no more
Hock Lay Chan ? WTF!!! Are you talking about?
I've been waiting for this video forever! The new LS just a masterpiece! FSport or F for me, thank you!
You're welcome . . .
Canada
Price for base models Lexus bmw then Benz is most expensive.
Warranties 4 year 80km bumper to bumper all 3 models have that but bmw have free schedule oil change on top of that.
Benz... Hmm... there are too many S class out there on the road but keeps resale value. The new Lexus is very nice in n out but value depreciates quick for the LS. Bmw 7 series has the free oil change keeps ok value.
It would be down to the 7 series and the new LS for me.
Most like a 2016 7 series demo or used with low 15 to 18 km Still lots of warranty left. The best bang for your buck. CAD 80k to 90 would get u a nice one. The new LS would cost 100k plus freight n etc etc. New S class starts at 110k. Used S class 2014 to 15 still goes for 80k to 90k with 2 year warranty left. Not a good deal.
2016 Bmw 7 series more rare on the road. My final pick.
I had a w222 S63amg and traded up to a Wraith. I would totally buy this LS, it looks very good and more usable daily.
Nice what industry do you work in?
Jason Schwartz drug dealer
A liar
Lol exactly this clown. "I traded up to a wraith" sit ya broke ass down. Ppl with wraiths don't go on RUclips comments to say how they attained one. Goofy ass boy
methafuture, I don't just have a Wraith, I have an Aventador SV, check my ig sarrathaa. Go cry.
Depreciation will be far less with the lexus and it is good as the s class and 7 series I m going with the Lexus.
great looking car! Honestly, as a German I obviously tend to purchase and prefer German cars however Lexus has taken the right approach in creating their own car and excelling and their strengths.
I love Bmw and Mercedes. I currently own a 2011 5 series and love it. Ive seen lexus growing and changing and definitely love the older one. Really really looking forward to test driving one of these! Cant wait!
Lexus LS no doubt! My #1.
Hot damn, that interior is gorgeous....
I drive an LS460 F Sport. Had a standard LS460 previously. Drove a GS400 before that. Only unexpected repair I've ever had was a starter on the GS. I take care of my cars. And they reward me with the best reliability of any brand car I've driven. My Mom is on her second LS460. Same story for reliability. There's a reason most Lexus owners stay with the brand. I am very excited to get behind the wheel of this new LS. I definitely can see myself upgrading to the new design!
I think I'll keep my old LS. I'd never return to any German machine!
As to the new one: Too much engine noise, really ugly front end and interior door panels. Pass!
wholeNwon I love my Lexus' 2001&02,
Want a newer one but my goodness looks like a run of the mill car no matter how much I try and justify it.
That's not even comparing it to the Audi, 7 series, and don't even mention any Benz.
just the matter of personal preference. I like the new one better. Interior, exterior style, driving dynamic.... The old one is boring to me
Lexus needs a V8 with the F sport tuned in this model these babies would sell even more. But they do not have a option for a V8 only a turbocharged V6 some customers are going to jump ship, but still a nice vehicle.
Tafari Boozer look up the LS-F
Luis Sulay I
I'm from Saudi Arabia, driving a BMW 760 2010, and gonna replace it for a new MB S63AMG, why would I do that, I wanna have a sportier car with a roar!! Would love having a S65 but it's a bit expensive lol
Regardless, shared this video, one of my fave review videos of this car.
I've had an IS and currently have an RX and an ES. Love them all, but torn about which model to get next. I'm a Lexus addict and will never buy anything else. They hold their value better than any other brand and go for hundreds of thousands of miles. Should you buy one? Duh!
20 thumbs down are frustrated jalous haters that have old BMW.
loo lolo I have had both brands and I like both no hate at all.
I love this New LS. They nailed it
by nailed it, do you mean the overdid it? if so, then yes
My dream car right here. Great video!
Currently I own a first year LS460 and a modified C6 corvette z51. Between the two cars I like to think it I have the perfect balance of comfort and fun. Switching from one car to the other really is mind blowing in how different the two are and how they go about their intended purpose so well. For me if I was replacing my 460 I would go with the LS500. When I bought the LS460 over the German competition I did it for its reliability and performance (Back in 2007 the LS was quicker then the 745/s-class/A8/XJ), but today I would go with the LS500 because of its projected reliability and its styling. The styling is what really has impressed me the most!
I'd feel guilty sitting in the back seat. I don't think anyone deserves that much comfort.
You're riding in the back and the scenery is moving!Khumo driving???
I tried to get Kumo to fly up there with me but he is adamant about not getting on airlines. He did say that he gets dibs on driving the LC500 in November . . .
Awsome!
I like to see footage of that.
He's a beautiful dog!
MotoManTV Great Presentation as always!
Bruce Solomon pp
Bruce Solomon p
I’ve been a Lexus Fan from day one . 😍👍🏽
this is true lux cpmpared to bmw who think waving your hands around to change the volume is luxury
Lmao
I drive a fifteen year old LS430 with 120k miles. It is still a great pleasure to drive today. Reliability is off the chart. One of my favorite things is Lexus service visits and the fact that they'll give you a brand new loaner vehicle on a fifteen year old car.
I drive a W221 S600 and cannot WAIT for the 2014 S550 to drop to half MSRP in depreciation and snatch it up!! This lexus has me THOROUGHLY impressed, but Lexus have always been mindnumpingly boring to me and lack that certain statement of style. I complain overtime i fix something on my benz, but truth told, it's not that often, and my car is 8 years old. The Lexuses are amazing, they just don't have that Air of exclusivity the European cars have.
'Fred Flintstone's quarry', lol.
Lexus for reliability for sure.
Urgh, that Mercedes when the suspension goes out and everyone will see it. Or, that BMW that even the dealer can't figure out what's wrong. Or that catastrophic failure that is luckily under warranty ...and to live like this for the life of the car. Totally not admirable no matter the looks or performance. To top it off, the others are much much more expensive. It does not compute, except by ego.
What exactly does the S class have over the 7/LS?
Nothing at all.
Lloyd Derricoatte II so just name recognition basically
More technology (e g. Autopilot, magic body control which scans the road ahead for bumps and prepares the suspension ahead od time so you can even go over a speed bump and not know it) , more features (like perfume dispenser, stone massage, elegant ambient lighting , air bag seat belts.... Etc to name a few) better comfort.... Etc etc... all despite being released nearly 2-4 years before the 7/L and as reviews and sales suggest it's the king. Its so good that it competes on rr and Bentley level forget just Lexus ans bmw. And even then it blows rr and bently out of the water. Let alone if you get maybach version. Not to mention it's far more customer friendly in the sense thay there is so much more flexibility and options available.... You have a sedan, coupe, cabriolet, amg, maybach, Pullman limo, emperor etc... In comparison to BMW with only a sedan and Lexus with only a coupe and sedan. So many reasons not just the badge.
Lord Amadeus only the price.....
Bigger repair bills
I’ve had old Blessed lexus LS400 in 2001 year!
OMG what feelings !!!
I owned 5 previous gen LS, but not this one, not even going to be on my to-see list. When I shell out 100k+, I don’t want the stupid spindle grill, and I don’t want a V6. S class still untouchable king this side of Bentley Mulsanne.
The LS hands down. Beautiful, classy, dreamy to drive and you won't live in the mechanics lounge. It's like a rocket on the ground only sleek and smooth.
Life Is About Saving Money and being comfortable at the same time. Give Me the LS over the S Class or 7 series. You will save alot of money on repairs Vs BMW 7 Or S Class FACTS. I think You Should buy a Lexus and you lease a S Class or 7 series.
Definitely the Lexus ls500, my dream is LS with an LFA engine :-D
it will be too heavy for that 4.8L v10 to pull, i would prefer a chevy 6.2L LT1 with this LS chassis. however, the bmw 7 series super light carbon core chassis with a LT1 is my dream, plus a stick shift.
An utter pinnacle of stunning design, engineering as well as overall craftsmanship of the entire LEXUS team, which includes the very last person on the assembly line at Tahara plant, as well as the entire team of "takumis", also known as master artisans.
Only a fully dedicated team that takes pride in their work and in appreciation of the historic importance and significance of this model, which shook the auto world in the luxury sedan segment back in 1989 in the form of LS 400, could have created such a masterpiece of a vehicle, which will be one to beat in its segment.
The entire LEXUS team was able to pull off the most difficult task there is for designers and engineers-to successfully combine luxurious, serene ride comfort with handling and performance, without compromising the former part of driving experience, which made the LS model famous throughout the world.
Congratulations to my entire LEXUS team on this astonishing accomplishment.
I would choose Lexus over BMW and Mercedes anyday. This is a road car intended for daily driving. My past experiences with German cars have left my wallet empty after reliability issues. I would definitely go for the twin turbo V6.
I’m really blown away by the design. It’d be a though choice between the 7 series and the LS. I haven’t made up my mind yet though... with the engine, I’d go for the most powerful choice that would be available just bellow the super sport package (I.e.: for the 5 series for example I’d go for the 550 instead of the M5).
I’m speaking from Brazil and unfortunately I don’t drive any cars from that category. I drive a Toyota.
Marcus Medici lol..you drive a corolla and ure discussing these cars like you own all 3 😂😂😂
Mast Qalandar opinion was asked and has been given. What really is your business here? What if I drove a corolla, what would the problem be? BTW, I don't.
Keep up the great business of being a troll. You're probably very lonely.
Marcus Medici yes it would be a problem. Someone driving a Yaris shouldn't be commenting on A8, LS500 or 750il. Don't even get me started on the S class. There are plenty of reviews for Elnatras..why not go there and comment lol. No offence.
Mast Qalandar said the man who probably don’t even own a car to begin with. Good luck on being a RUclips troll. For the record, I drive a forester (and I love it)
Marcus Medici I drive a '17 GX 460 dude..look it up.
S Class most definetly with the V8...coming from Midwest i currently drive a A8L
Currently own a 1998 LS400, a 2011 LS460, and recently bought a 2020 LS500 Inspiration Series with white interior. Amazing cars each one of them. The LS400 still drives the smoothest, the LS460 has that sweet V8, but that TTV6 in the LS500 makes this luxury car fun to drive!
Oh, my God! This car is incredible!
If I could choose between the LS, S Class or 7 Series (or the Audi S8) I'd go for the Lexus. Lexus has much better reliability than the German cars, which means I'd rather be able to drive the car I bough than having it sitting inside the dealer's repair shop most of the time.
I had the 2014 BMW 5 series M Sport, I don't have it any more because the engine blew up and no it wasn't my fault. BMW uses a sensor for the oil instead a dip stick, I didn't notice any weird sounds or knocks from the engine but oil was sipping inside the cylinders. While I was on the highway doing 130 Km/h (80 Mph) two cylinders popped off the engine, one from below and one from above. The engine was completely destroyed. I had to replace it and thankfully I had the foresight to include such accident to my insurance. Do you know what's the funny part, the engine had only 38.000 Km. My dad has a Toyota Land Cruiser Luxury (the top line of that year) from 2005, has 210.000 Km and the beast is going strong with no faults.
Now because I'm stuck with my Toyota Aygo (daily drive) and I was looking for a new car I believe I'd opt for the new Lexus LS, and *if I do buy the car I'd go for the Hybrid engine* .
I've owned a MB once, BMW once, Audi (my wife owns now), and Lexus's. Hands down the most reliable brand is the Lexus. I have a fully loaded RX currently. With the MB and the BMW, as soon as I hit 48k miles and 55k miles respectively, so many things started breaking down. Spent too much money fixing them decided not to buy them again. My wife's Audi has 20k right now and have had a couple of problems already which the dealer took care of. Owned a Toyota Sienna some time back and when I sold it, it had 293k miles... not a single problem. All I did was change oil, tires, brakes, oil filter, timing belt and such on time.
I have owned over the past 5 years two Audi A8's back to back 1 short and 1 long wheelbase.. Amazing car to drive daily without any problems. I recently was in the market and chose a new 7 series non M-sport w/20s. I am as of now, just as happy with my 7 and save about $200.00 per month on my payment. Once you get to this level of car, they all are nice.
If the LS were available now I would consider a non-hybrid, maybe AWD. But whoever can offer me a great level of tech, comfort, competent drive experience at a competitive price, I would consider.
Brand loyalty is not very important to me in this current luxury market.
P.S. As for Mercedes I have owned 7 and drive 1 as my everyday.. I have had positive ownership experiences in my purchase choices.
In the future perhaps that new LC500..
I'm in So.Cal.
Enjoy the Drive!
If I was to spend that kind of money, I would definitely go for the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid (second generation (971) Chassis G2). Total output is 500 kW (680 PS) Now that is a car. However, I do love this Lexus. (Belgium)
Hi, I’m in the market for a 2018 S500 Coupé. But I have no reason to walk up to Lexus and buy a 2018 LS500 with the biggest engine available, because I have been driving a Lexus GS300 since I bought it new all the way back in 2007. It has treated me right in every way. Also I’ll be saving some money!
Jeddah Saudi Arabia.
P.S. I love watching your channel.
Hands down reliability and customer satisfaction goes to Lexus. BUT.......As an owner of a 2015 BMW 750ix M sport and a 2016 Mercedes AMG S63 looking at the LS wouldn’t even be a third choice. Audi would be considered. Located in New York
I currently drive a 2020 Lexus LS 500 Inspiration Series, the nicest of the bunch (IMO). Love my car and have peeked in on it at night, hoping to dream about it. It's just that nice!
This V35A-FTS is glorious and dispute it's modern complex (even more so than Germans) design it already has proven itself to reliable (unlike Germans) and it can mace 650hp with a simple ECU tune. But come on LS - is a flagship and it needs tt V8 really badly and also V8 hybrid.
Those runflat tires on air suspension suck though. You can put runflats only with magnetic suspension.
7 series.
Own the gs430, total Lexus lover.
This does not look like the iconic car the price tag will ask.
Is it me or does this car scream Nissan Maxima from the outside?
2001 ls430 best MODEL exterior design.
Love the dependability of Toyota, but awful creativity.
Did I miss the MPG?
I've been complaining about the tacky styling of Lexus lately. I hate what they did to the RX, don't like the styling of the GS, the ES is really nice though, but this LS500 is the nicest looking car they have ever produced! It's gorgeous. While I have always admired their reliability and approach to engineering, I've never been a big fan of their styling or driving dynamics. This car has changed all that. The A8 used to be my favorite followed by the S-Class, but if it were my money, I'd get this LS500S. NA
Had a LS400 98 put 290k on it the totaled out bought an s63 2011 beautiful car loves the power and the attention it got. However!! High Maintence! Then the engine died! Bought a 2018 Ls500. Wow. I'm back.
I drive GS430 for more years than this should be possible. Nothing ever broke in this 14years old 300HP car which is still perfectly capable of driving more than 280kmh. LS every day any day!
I want a LS with the LC engine. I have owned multiple 7 series, a S8 and 3 Porsches. Never a S class but I owned a SC 430 Lexus years ago and prefer the ownership experience and maintenance cost of Lexus over the Germans. If it is sporty I am in! Currently have an XJ that the new wife has taken.
Mercedes 7 series huh? How did you fool people into thinking you know what you’re talking about? That’s no slip, nobody that loves cars enough to have a show could possibly make that mistake.
I didn’t get passed 30 seconds.
I want a show to drive cars, I know them all so I guess I could be better than you.
I have the S550 , used to own only BMW. S550 is the best car I've had. What's with the mechanic statement.... no issues today. Hope I didn't jinx myself.
It is funny you ask that as I am now looking at those vehicles to purchase this year. BMW is out - they just don't appeal to me and their driving feel has left the building. I liked the S560. Solid, completely level in the turns -- I liked the 8-cylinder better than their 6 cylinder - so my next step is the test drive in the Lexus. Right off the bat, I like the lines of the Lexus. Very nice, clean, elegant. We will see...
I'm from Thailand.. LEXUS here they set price crazily even more expensive than Mercedes and BMW still is more durable for hot and humid country environment. I'd Buy S class better or BMW 7 series rather than this LS
Off topic, find out why Mitsubishi doesn't offer US buyers the Montero or Montero Sport and why we are stuck with these mini cvt suv's. Also if Nissan is going to build the next generation of Monteros. Love to get your investigative report on that. Thanks, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero owner.
Lexus 1-2 turbo intercooler petrol engines all : 20-100 l/100km, over 100 l/100km, easy damage in test over 20,000 rpm.
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I drive a LS460, I like all the vehicles in this group, S-class, which with looks and technology it's my first choice but there is that bad 7 series, for overall it's the Lexus , Japanese cars hold up better than any other car in the world..
Eastern Europe, Toyota hybrid. Never again German diesels. The 500h on this is just perfection. If you want performance, get the LC 500.
As a humble Corolla owner when comparing between Lexus, the S Class and the 7 series, i'd take the one that's cheapest to service, doesn't break down after 10 years and a bargain to buy after the original depreciation price fully kicks in.
Smart people buy Lexus over German junk because they are better engineered, better designed and better built, therefore, much lower frequency of repair rates. With that said, I don't like the new interior and the engine noise seems too intrusive in this review. I wonder if moving the engine back makes it much harder to service. I'll keep my old LS.
Designating it as 500 is wrong. Engine is 3.5, so it used to be 460 and it should have carried something sort of. May be 435? or 3.5 x 2 = 700? either 470?.
I drive a BMW. I know the Lexus is a reliable car. I would bye this Lexus, I just don't like the front design of this car. I live in Brooklyn NY.
One of the main issues that I have (I have a 2018) is that they put a lot of basic controls in the screen settings. I shouldn't have to go into the screen settings to turn on/off my heated or cooled seats. Those settings and a few others should be at my fingertips outside of the settings in the screen. Also there is no spare tire and they want you to use run flat tires. You lose ride quality with run flats over standard tires. Other than that I enjoy my LS.
Amazing car but does the speedo display look to small? The infotainment 12 screen is huge but makes the speedo screen look to small. Maybe it's the video. Have not seen this car live.
The lexus line need to offer a V8 with this updated version forget that V6, they need to put the same engine from the LC500 V8 inside of the new LS, give the customer a option of the two, not just a V6 and thats all.
The Lexus LS beat the S class in terms of interior design, my friend has S500 and that thing flies the Lexus is no where near as fast as that.
This new ls has a better 0-60 time of 4.6 secs to 100. The s550 has a 4.8/9 sec time to 100.
Adil Waseem that's subjective... The lexus looks nice but it's clear that its design is trying to look like an s class... I am not saying it's a copy tho...... And it's instrument cluster is too small/tiny. But again... Looks are subjective. And truthfully speed isnt that big of a deal for these cars.
Samson Okoro yes because he the main thing people care about when buying these cars is their quarter mile and acceleration times .... Oh wait no they don't.. It's supposed to be a calm and smooth acceleration. And he said fast not quick so he was referring to top speed. Both are not so important when it comes to luxury saloons like these in comparison to other priorities.
Mr A just because I am a Mercedes fan doesn't mean I don't like lexus. I love Lexus including this one but when people start making claims and talking crap about Mercedes then of course I am going to respond and counter their claims
Mr A that's not a fact. That's a claim made by you guys. I can accept the fact that Mercedes are expensive to maintain sure but they ARE reliable if you take care of them. Mercedes are reliable.... In fact they have to be... Their cars are used as taxis and they also have trucks and unimogs.... Both of these Industires depend heavily on reliability so Mercedes most definitely has to be reliable.
Sure its not the most reliable car in the world but its still reliable if you take care of it.
I drive a GS currently thinking about switching over to the LS. I can only imagine how comfortable that car is to drive