2019 Lexus LS500 F Sport Features in a Detail

Vehicle Front

The LS500 is a flagship of the Lexus line. It is a showcase of the best luxury sedan Lexus has to offer. And it's designed to compete with expensive European competitors.

Photos by Chad Haire

Engine

The previous 386 hp V8 has been replaced with a stronger 3.5-liter turbocharged V6 cranking 416 horsepower. It's quicker, and claimed fuel economy has improved from 16/24 mpg to 19/30.

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Transmission

Those who want to choose gears manually have paddle shifters on the steering wheel.

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Performance

The F Sport package adds a list of equipment to increase driving pleasure. Most of these additions are cosmetic features on the interior and exterior of the car. The package also adds rear steering and stabilizer to add to the handling performance. the F Sport pack is is a $9,700 option.

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Price

The F Sport package combined with other extras brought the price tag from $81,200 to $101,685 on this specific example.

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Seats

The 28-way power seats assure a size to fit all drivers.

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Instrument Cluster

The instrument cluster has two modes, one with the dial in the middle...

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Graphics

Or the second choice with a dial on the side, all at a push of a button.

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Control Modes

This well-placed control knob offers Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport, and Sport+ modes of operation.

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Sport Mode

In sport+ mode, the tachometer becomes larger and easier to see. Also, the exhaust sound becomes louder and the transmission shifts are more aggressive.

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Touchpad

Instead of the traditional Lexus stick control, the infotainment is operated by finger touchpad as shown here.

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Controls

The steering wheel controls are large enough to be used with gloves on.

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Vehicle Rear

The LS500 is certainly not cheap, but it is a very capable alternative to the European luxury sedans. 

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