It's the car that's being tipped to knock the Mercedes S-Class from the top spot in the luxury saloon sector - and Auto Express magazine can reveal it first with its exclusive images.
The Lexus LS has long set the standard for refinement in this competitive market, but it has never been able to match the Merc's driving appeal or its broad range of equipment levels. However, with the introduction of the new LS, which is set to debut at this month's Tokyo Motor Show, Lexus is promising all of that will change.
For the first time, two versions of the new LS will be built: a standard length car and a bigger long-wheelbase variant. The shorter machine measures in at 5,015mm, while the stretched model is 5,135mm long - which is only 70mm shorter than the massive Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
There will be no diesel version, but Lexus is planning a hi-tech hybrid alternative instead. Using technology first seen in the Toyota Prius and transferred to Lexus' RX400h SUV, the twin-power machine will offer a unique blend of performance and refinement by mating its 5.0-litre V8 to a potent electric motor.
Badged LS600h, this car is set to be the flagship model, while entry-level LS460 machines will offer a 4.6-litre V8. Lexus is promising improved performance, thanks to a lower kerbweight achieved with the use of lighter materials. The LS460 tips the scales at 1,775kg, which is comparable to a diesel BMW 5-Series.
Prices have yet to be revealed for the newcomer, but the car is expected to cost around £50,000 when it arrives in the UK late next year.
Dan Strong
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1998 LS400 Pearl White w/ Ivory
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1999 RX300 Pearl White w/ Ivory AWD (Sold)
1991 LS400 Pearl White w/ Ivory (Sold)
the new upcoming ls is no doubt one of the most anticipated vehicles in my eyes. i have had great luck with all my lexus andi have always wanted the ls430. but with the promises lexus has been making on the new ls, i am definitely going to wait it out and see what they are cooking
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Those pics look like a$$ (imo) .... I surely hope they are bad photoshops, and not any legit clue as to the Ls's new look.... They show the new LS resembeling the one new "Uni-Car" design, it seems every auto mfgr is going for nowadays'.....ie: The new S class is an over grown Accord with a Maybach rear, The new Gs is an Altima/Maxima/Mazda3, I'm not a fan of these new generic looking cars of today..... and I'm under 30 yrs old... So I'm no old fart... who isn't open to change, but please, change with PROGRESS .......Change with individuality....... lemme' stop ranting,....
I talked ish' .... and then I jumped over to the GS forum..and saw the Auto Couture lip kit posted for the new 06' GS ....and This kit allowed the body style to mature on me... I still think the body style is "generic" ..but I will admit I'm feelin it (the NEW GS I mean, NOT LS)more after those pics......
I think both pic.s in previous posts are very good renderings of the new LS. Keep in mind though that stretched version was conceived way before gas prices went over $3/gal. So expect the hybrid to be the order of the day and yes, the limo won't make it to the U.S.
It's the car that's being tipped to knock the Mercedes S-Class from the top spot in the luxury saloon sector - and Auto Express magazine can reveal it first with its exclusive images.
The Lexus LS has long set the standard for refinement in this competitive market, but it has never been able to match the Merc's driving appeal or its broad range of equipment levels. However, with the introduction of the new LS, which is set to debut at this month's Tokyo Motor Show, Lexus is promising all of that will change.
For the first time, two versions of the new LS will be built: a standard length car and a bigger long-wheelbase variant. The shorter machine measures in at 5,015mm, while the stretched model is 5,135mm long - which is only 70mm shorter than the massive Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
There will be no diesel version, but Lexus is planning a hi-tech hybrid alternative instead. Using technology first seen in the Toyota Prius and transferred to Lexus' RX400h SUV, the twin-power machine will offer a unique blend of performance and refinement by mating its 5.0-litre V8 to a potent electric motor.
Badged LS600h, this car is set to be the flagship model, while entry-level LS460 machines will offer a 4.6-litre V8. Lexus is promising improved performance, thanks to a lower kerbweight achieved with the use of lighter materials. The LS460 tips the scales at 1,775kg, which is comparable to a diesel BMW 5-Series.
Prices have yet to be revealed for the newcomer, but the car is expected to cost around £50,000 when it arrives in the UK late next year.
Dan Strong
Sign me up for the big one Seriously I want this car asap im ready to trade and dont want to wait another year to do it
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AKA...MONEY PIT!
lemme' stop ranting,....
Seriously I want this car asap im ready to trade and dont want to wait another year to do it 
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