Next-Gen Lexus LS Rumored to Drop V8
11-28-16, 04:21 PM
#1
Next-Gen Lexus LS Rumored to Drop V8
Since 1989, Lexus's flagship LS has been offered with a V8 engine. But if you believe the latest rumor, then prepare for the end of that era.
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11-28-16, 05:26 PM
#2
Lexus Test Driver
That's a gigantic step backwards IMO. I can see them offering a six cylinder in addition to the eight, but if it's just six, I'll pass on the new LS if true and either keep this or buy something else.
. I'm still holding onto hope that they'll make another one.....
11-28-16, 06:42 PM
#4
Lexus Fanatic
What are they thinking? A real flagship needs a normal 8 cylinder engine, the LS will not be considered much of a flagship anymore if it does not have a regular IC 8 cylinder standard. Genesis offers a affordable V8 in their flagship, this move may drive some LS buyers to Genesis. Are any buyers in this class really asking for a 4 or 6 cyl in their flagship and dropping the V8? The LS hybrid and GS hybrid are/were both failures just like all luxury hybrids so the market does not want hybrids either. Look at the success of the $100,000 V8 and V12 S class, how is a v8less LS supposed to compete with the S class and 7 series? What if Donald Trump reduces CAFE requirements in the US, gas prices likely will stay low for years, some future legislation may even favor larger cars with larger engines.
11-28-16, 06:52 PM
#5
Pole Position
They must've listened to Carrol Shelby. Years ago he said the V8 was dead. Said turbo 4 and 6 cylinders were the future. Look at the new Cadillac V cars that use turbo motors. Huge power.
11-28-16, 07:33 PM
#6
The V8's will almost be history like the typewriters and phone booths. Power and efficiency now comes thru turbocharging, 8-speed transmission, lighter materials and increasing technology. Just part of the evolution in the automobile industries.
11-28-16, 07:52 PM
#7
Lexus Fanatic
Without a V8 available it won't be considered a true flagship anymore and is relegated to competing with a car like the CT6. Sad.
Like I said, I really feel like I'm driving my last Lexus. Next time I'll either step down to something like a G80 or a CT6 or go for it and get an S Class or 7. The brand just isn't speaking to me as a consumer anymore.
Like I said, I really feel like I'm driving my last Lexus. Next time I'll either step down to something like a G80 or a CT6 or go for it and get an S Class or 7. The brand just isn't speaking to me as a consumer anymore.
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11-28-16, 08:48 PM
#9
Lexus Fanatic
Not when it comes to refinement which is what I care about.
11-28-16, 08:54 PM
#10
Pole Position
Lexus can pound sand with their V-6 in the LS. Turbo lag and all. Lexus hasn't maximized their current V-8, save for in the GS F. No V8, no new LS460 for me in all likelyhood. The CT6's 3.0tt is a magnificent engine in all honesty...having said that, the CT6 is NOT Cadillac's flagship sedan, either. That one has yet to be seen. And, I want a NA V8 in my LS. Simple as that.
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11-28-16, 09:24 PM
#11
Pole Position
Lexus can pound sand with their V-6 in the LS. Turbo lag and all. Lexus hasn't maximized their current V-8, save for in the GS F. No V8, no new LS460 for me in all likelyhood. The CT6's 3.0tt is a magnificent engine in all honesty...having said that, the CT6 is NOT Cadillac's flagship sedan, either. That one has yet to be seen. And, I want a NA V8 in my LS. Simple as that.
11-28-16, 09:27 PM
#12
Lexus Fanatic
11-28-16, 09:58 PM
#13
Lexus Fanatic
I will not buy a V6 ...EVER. Fortunately, there will be plenty of V8 equipped older models that I can better afford anyway. I dont care how much power a V6 makes.....I'll never drive one again.
