2015 ls ?
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2015 ls ?
I was looking on the Lexus website and noticed all the sedans with the exception of the LS are showing 2015 models while the LS is showing a 2014 model.
I heard some rumors that they were going to introduce a new 2016 in the spring of 2015, so if this is true I would just wait until then.
Anyone have some real information on this?
I heard some rumors that they were going to introduce a new 2016 in the spring of 2015, so if this is true I would just wait until then.
Anyone have some real information on this?
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I was looking on the Lexus website and noticed all the sedans with the exception of the LS are showing 2015 models while the LS is showing a 2014 model.
I heard some rumors that they were going to introduce a new 2016 in the spring of 2015, so if this is true I would just wait until then.
Anyone have some real information on this?
I heard some rumors that they were going to introduce a new 2016 in the spring of 2015, so if this is true I would just wait until then.
Anyone have some real information on this?
It's possible with the demise of the Infinity and Acura flagships that the LS might be the next car that might get consolidated into a model that is a combination of the GS and LS with a V6 engine.
That's my prediction.
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There have been no rumors, spy shots or any indicators that a new LS is on the horizon.
It's possible with the demise of the Infinity and Acura flagships that the LS might be the next car that might get consolidated into a model that is a combination of the GS and LS with a V6 engine.
That's my prediction.
It's possible with the demise of the Infinity and Acura flagships that the LS might be the next car that might get consolidated into a model that is a combination of the GS and LS with a V6 engine.
That's my prediction.
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As it is I predict auto sales are going to get crushed next quarter which means the whole industry will probably take the McDonalds model of going back to the basics.
Mercedes will still sell the S class to old money in Europe, Asia and North America but that's about it.
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I just looked for rumors and it appears that there is talk about a 2017 redesign LS which may feature a three engine configurations. The basic engine will have a five liter and the hybrid will have a V6.
There is going to be a twin turbo performance version rumored to deliver over 600hp.
I guess we will find out more in the months ahead but a lot of rumors get squashed this early in the game especially from Toyota.
There is going to be a twin turbo performance version rumored to deliver over 600hp.
I guess we will find out more in the months ahead but a lot of rumors get squashed this early in the game especially from Toyota.
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The newest, strictest regime of CAFE standards ever kick in beginning in 2017. Expect MANY model changes across the industry in order to start complying with the increasingly stringent regulations. Platforms, engines, and features MUST be re-engineered to increase fuel efficiency and lower carbon footprints. I would expect "supercar" versions (twin-turbo, high HP, luxe) to be priced stratospherically, so they are "available" only in theory even for traditional Lexus buyers.
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The newest, strictest regime of CAFE standards ever kick in beginning in 2017. Expect MANY model changes across the industry in order to start complying with the increasingly stringent regulations. Platforms, engines, and features MUST be re-engineered to increase fuel efficiency and lower carbon footprints. I would expect "supercar" versions (twin-turbo, high HP, luxe) to be priced stratospherically, so they are "available" only in theory even for traditional Lexus buyers.
These newer cars so called sophisticated technology based around trying to maximize efficiency is going to turn reliability on its head.
I read somewhere that Toyota's newer engines will be of the Atkinson variety.
Just the thought of the 3 cylinder motor is reason enough not to buy an overpriced BMW.
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As Bob Lutz once said (paraphrasing here)," Legislating fuel efficiency is like trying to force people to lose weight by selling only small-size clothes". The fleet average of each manufacturer has to calculate to 54.5 in 2025, not each vehicle. The Prius/CT200h will be rated at 60 next year(?), which helps.
God, I hope not. I ditched BMW ownership after 30 years because of: 1. Ugly styling, 2. 4 cylinder engines! Sounds like I'll be driving my 2007 LS for years to come!
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The LS isn't going away guys lol. Why would they be developing the RC-F and GS-F now if their plan was to do away with any performance vehicle?
Lexus is actually in a really good spot compared to say BMW when it comes to CAFE because they have Toyota and Scion to help them achieve that average fuel economy, BMW doesn't have that.
Why would you leave BMW because of 4 cyl engines? Just buy a BMW without a 4 Cyl engine.
Lexus is actually in a really good spot compared to say BMW when it comes to CAFE because they have Toyota and Scion to help them achieve that average fuel economy, BMW doesn't have that.
Why would you leave BMW because of 4 cyl engines? Just buy a BMW without a 4 Cyl engine.
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The LS isn't going away guys lol. Why would they be developing the RC-F and GS-F now if their plan was to do away with any performance vehicle?
Lexus is actually in a really good spot compared to say BMW when it comes to CAFE because they have Toyota and Scion to help them achieve that average fuel economy, BMW doesn't have that.
Why would you leave BMW because of 4 cyl engines? Just buy a BMW without a 4 Cyl engine.
Lexus is actually in a really good spot compared to say BMW when it comes to CAFE because they have Toyota and Scion to help them achieve that average fuel economy, BMW doesn't have that.
Why would you leave BMW because of 4 cyl engines? Just buy a BMW without a 4 Cyl engine.
BMWs has traditionally made all engine configuration but the best one they have and known for is the inline 6 which is far smoother then a V8.