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You can actually see from this image that the dash is different, I think the 12" navi is in there or maybe 14" ?
So the interior has been redesigned indeed.
EDIT: Hmm now I think that "navi screen" is just a reflection on the side window. Notice how the last pic below has no such screen? Guess there's no interior redesign after all. (Too early to conclude of course.)
normal version looks tame enough for the transition to full predator grille in the future :P
Not sure if the front bumper is body-colored or blacked-out though. I think it would look weird if it's body-colored, but too aggressive if it's blacked-out.
Not sure if you guys noticed...there are a few things that have caught my eye:
1) The hood bulges on the edge and the middle of the hood.
2) The rocker mouldings have a stronger and defined look.
3) The headlamp design with the LED projectors and LED strip look to be the best of all the concepts and production Lexus vehicles.
4) The fog lamp assemblies look small, meaning did they go with projectors...and maybe LED to match the upper?
5) The car sits a lot lower than the current LS Sport. Lets hope it stays this way!!!
Not sure if you guys noticed...there are a few things that have caught my eye:
1) The hood bulges on the edge and the middle of the hood.
2) The rocker mouldings have a stronger and defined look.
3) The headlamp design with the LED projectors and LED strip look to be the best of all the concepts and production Lexus vehicles.
4) The fog lamp assemblies look small, meaning did they go with projectors...and maybe LED to match the upper?
5) The car sits a lot lower than the current LS Sport. Lets hope it stays this way!!!
You beat me to #4 based on the size and would make sence to go with matching LED fogs, after all LED tech is there now to go that route. All other points i agree with you.
I guess I was wrong Lexus got caught slipping again with early pics getting out, more leaks than the Titanic.
EDIT: Hmm now I think that "navi screen" is just a reflection on the side window. Notice how the last pic below has no such screen? Guess there's no interior redesign after all. (Too early to conclude of course.)
I'm personally sad to see Lexus move away from a more conservative, executive, luxury look compared to the new sporty aggressive persona. I always imagined Acura to be that side of the import industry.
I just think that the current LS is much more classy, than this mean looking one. Unless a 60 year old man wants to feel young looking, I think this car will scare most retirees ****less.
Lexus should keep this sporty look to the IS. As soon as I saw the "F Sport" packages coming to other models I new it was going to go downhill.
However, I understand their competition...Audi, BMW, etc. They want, and need to compete in the track/performance industry...Just wish it didn't have to apply to every model, even if somewhat an option/package. The only new model that doesn't pull it off is the one that should, the GS. The ES just looks cleaner, less bloated.
Happy to see a more cosmetic facelift, than a rediculous new design. Those saying it looks like the old Audi flagship...GOOD.
Other brands are moving TOO FAST with their designs.
I'm already in love with that tractor beam straight window line ________
Its a tough balance for Lexus. Even before this latest model the LS got sportier and it kept its core buyers. Remember this is just the F-sport, the base and luxury models will have horizontal slants, fat tires and be more cushy for its core segment.