2015 Lexus LS 600h L

2015 Lexus LS 600h L - The 2015 Lexus LS 600h L is four-to-eight-digit or five-passenger full-size luxury hybrid sedan based on the LS 460. Unlike the LS 460, however, offered only one long-wheelbase body style, so L at the end of the term, and comes only all-wheel drive. Well-appointed trim level only one available.... - http://www.topcarmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2015-Lexus-LS-600h-L-Black.jpg

2015 Lexus LS 460

The 2015 Lexus LS 460 is a full-size luxury sedan available in regular- and extended-wheelbase (LS 460 L) models, and rear- or all-wheel drive. The 2015 Lexus LS 460 crafted Line model is offered only regular-wheelbase car. Passengers Five seats are standard, although the configuration is available with four passengers rear center console.

Standard equipment on the 2015 Lexus 460 and 2015 Lexus LS 460 includes 18-inch alloy wheels, adaptive automatic Xenon headlights, LED fog-lights and running lights, the auto-dimming mirrors to pre, automatic wipers, camera rearview, a sunroof, power door closers, adjustable drive settings and key-less ignition / entry. Internally, there is power front seats, a two-zone automatic climate control, front seat memory functions, the leather upholstery and a power tilt-and-telescoping wood and leather wheel steering. The 2015 Lexus LS 460 and comes with a heated steering wheel, power trunk closing and heated rear power sunshade and the spirit of the front seats. These services are optional on the regular-wheelbase LS sedan.

Standard electronics features include Lexus Remote Touch interface, 12.3 inches display screen, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, the Lexus Safety Connect emergency communications, Lexus Enforma suite applications smartphone-integrated and Siri Eyes interface. The standard ten-speaker sound system includes the CD player, HD radio, iTunes tagging, satellite radio, an auxiliary audio jack and iPod / USB audio interface.

The 2015 Lexus LS 460 wheelbase can be livened up with the F Sport package, which includes the 19-inch wheels, Brembo brakes, a limited-slip difference, a sport organized air suspension, variable gear ratio juices, sharper drive settings adjustable and transmission with downshifts rev-matched and shift paddles on the steering wheel. The F Sport model package and carries unique exterior and interior design elements such as headlamps dark, unique front fascia, black out grille and chrome side body color.

The 2015 Lexus LS 460 crafted Line model basically improve on the LS 460 F Sport.  The Line-crafted and comes with a black interior and red in color, a two-piece set of Tumi luggage, the 19-speaker Mark Levinson surround-sound audio, heated seats and the spirit of the front, a direct burning, a power trunk lid and power sunshade rear.

The 2015 Lexus LS 460 is provided with various option packages. All Weather package adds the washers headlamp and wiper de-Acer. The Ultra Luxury package adds the four-zone climate control, a refrigerator in the rear center console, six-way power rear seats, rear seat side airbags and rear audio controls. The long-wheelbase Lexus LS 460 L can be equipped with the Executive Class seating package, including improvement in the backseat of the Ultra Luxury package, but two-seat configuration center console stationary. It also adds extended leather trim, power passenger-side Ottoman with knee airbags, power rear side sunshades and a rear-seat DVD / Blu-ray entertainment system with screen drop-down power.

Stand-alone options include 19-inches wheels, summer tires, LED lights, an adjustable air suspension, and blind spot warning a rear cross-traffic alerts, adaptive cruise control with pre-collision system improved, upgraded leather upholstery including a mixture of suede headliner, an advanced pre-collision system with driver attention monitor forward collision avoidance system and Mark Levinson audio system.

2015 Lexus LS 460 Interior

As a top-end luxury sedan, the interior of the 2015 Lexus LS 460 features outstanding materials, including the soft leather and vinyl, and padded surfaces shares in advanced contrast stitching. Wood trim is a masterpiece of application, mix metallic surfaces and chrome details for a modern, although atmosphere is understated.

The Lexus Remote Touch electronics interface controls the cabin. It is a mouselike device that allows the user to navigate among the various icons on a horizontally oriented, 12.3 inches display at the top of the dashboard. However Touch Remote is designed to align the basic functions and smartphone applications, finally draws attention away from the road. The Cursor control Remote Touch controller is wobbly and imprecise, making audio and the navigation selections difficult when you’re on the move.

The seat comfort, on the other hand, is simply outstanding up front, amazingly sculpted, multi-adjustable front buckets can accommodate body types. Things get even better in the back, especially 2015 Lexus LS 460 models, as the list of options contains features can be jealous of a spa day, including the massaging rear seat with closely resemble the Ottoman fully electric. Trunk space for 2015 Lexus LS 460, is generous at 18 cubic.

2015 Lexus LS 460 Engine

The 2015 Lexus LS 460 is powered by 4.6-liter V8 engine that produces 386 hp and 367 pound-feet of torque in the standard rear-wheel drive configuration. Those numbers drop 360 hp and 347 lb-ft of torque models equipped with all-wheel drive. The automatic transmission eight speed standard 2015 Lexus LS 460. In the test, the rear-drive LS 460 went from zero to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, which is less than average for a high-end luxury sedan with a V8 engine. The EPA of all rear-drive LS 460 sedans 19 mpg combined (16 city / 24 highway), Awd translations rate 18 mpg combined (16/23).

2015 Lexus LS 460 Safety

The 2015 Lexus LS 460 emerged with antilock brakes, fire and stability control, the front knee airbags, the side curtain airbags, front side airbags, front and rear parking sensors and a camera rearview. The Lexus Safety Connect, which includes automatic collision notification, emergency help button, the enhanced roadside assistance and stolen vehicle locator, and standard for 2015 Lexus LS 460 models.

Safety-related options include lane keeping assist, and the rear cross-traffic alerts and adaptive cruise control with pre-collision system that preps various programs in the car to find collisions may blind spot warning a. Sold as a different option is the best Advanced Pre-Collision system, including the driver attention monitor automatically can initiate braking to help avert a collision. Rear seat side airbags are available.

In the test, the 2015 Lexus LS 460 with all-season tires of 121 feet and 60 mph, an average braking distance for elite sedan. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the 2015 Lexus LS 460 the highest possible rating of “Good” in the moderate-overlap frontal crash test printing, and seat / head block design Sedan also rates “Good” for Whiplash protection in rear impacts.

2015 Lexus LS 460 Hybrid

2015 Lexus LS 460

2014 Lexus LS 460

The 2014 Lexus LS 460 is a full-size luxury sedan available in standard and extended-wheelbase models, and rear  or all-wheel drive. Passengers Five seats are standard, although configuration is available with four passengers rear center console. 2014 hybrid LS 600h L is covered in a separate. The standard equipment on 2014 Lexus LS 460 and 2014 Lexus LS 460 L includes 18-inch wheels, adaptive automatic Xenon headlights, LED foglamps and the running lights, auto-dimming mirrors to pre, automatic wipers, front and rear parking sensors, the camera rearview, a sunroof, power door closers, the adjustable drive settings and keyless ignition / entry. Internally, there is a two-zone automatic climate control, power front seats, front-seat memory functions, leather upholstery, power tilt-million telescoping wood wheel leather juices, and folding rear seat.

The 2014 Lexus LS 460’s Electronic features include the Lexus Remote Touch interface, a 12.3 inch display screen, navigation system, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, Lexus Safety Connect emergency communications, the Lexus Enforma suite smartphone-integrated apps and Siri Eyes interface. The standard 10-speaker sound system includes a CD player, HD radio, iTunes tagging, satellite radio, an auxiliary audio jack and iPod / USB audio interface.

2014 Lexus LS 460 Stand-alone options include 19-inch wheels, summer tires, LED lights, an adjustable air suspension, the blind-spot warning a building cross-traffic alerts, adaptive cruise control with pre-collision system improved, upgraded leather upholstery, an advanced pre-collision system with driver attention monitor forward collision avoidance system, a steering wheel burning wood, a wood and leather padded steering wheel and surround-sound system 19-speaker Mark Levinson audio.

The 2014 Lexus LS 460 is provided with various option packages. All Weather package adds washers headlamp and wiper de-Acer. The Ultra Luxury package adds four-zone climate control, six-way power rear seats, rear-seat side airbags, and rear audio controls. Comfort package adds a trunk power-off, burning and the spirit of the front seats, and power sunshade rear.

The standard 2014 Lexus LS 460 can be livened up with the F Sport package, which includes 19-inch wheels, the Brembo brakes, a limited-slip difference, a sport organized air suspension, steering sport is organized, sharper drive adjustable settings and transmission with shift paddles on the steering wheel and downshifts rev-matched. The model F Sport and carries unique exterior and interior design elements such as headlamps dark, a unique front fascia, blackout grille and side chrome body trim.

The long-wheelbase 2014 Lexus LS 460 L can be equipped with the package Executive Class concentrations, including improvement in the backseat of the Ultra Luxury package, only a two-seat configuration, the center console (including better controls, a cool box and added storage). It also adds extended leather trim, a Ottoman power passenger-side, rear side sunshades and a rear-seat DVD / Blu-ray entertainment system with screen drop-down power.

As a top-end luxury sedan, the interior of the 2014 Lexus LS 460 features outstanding materials, including soft leather and vinyl, and padded surfaces shares in the advanced contrast stitching. Wood trim is a masterpiece of the application, the mix metallic surfaces and chrome details for a modern, although the atmosphere is understated.

2014 Lexus LS 460 Interior

The 2014 Lexus LS 460 Lexus Remote Touch electronics interface controls the cabin. It is a mouse-like device that allows the user to navigate among the various icons on a horizontally oriented, 12.3 inch display at the top of the dashboard. However useful Touch Remote is designed to align the basic functions and smartphone applications, and finally draws attention away from the road. Cursor control Remote Touch controller is wobbly and imprecise, making audio and the navigation selections difficult when you’re on the move. Some companies use a range of technology solutions and their interface systems, and in particular. If you are planning to buy 2014 Lexus LS 460, Touch Remote should be checked out completely a Restaurant.

2014 Lexus LS 460 Seat comfort, on the other hand, is simply outstanding up front, and amazingly sculpted, multi-adjustable front buckets can accommodate body types. Things improved in the back, especially LS 460 L models, as the list of options contains features can be jealous of a spa day, including a massaging rear seat with closely resemble the Ottoman fully electric. Trunk space is generous at 18 cubic.

2014 Lexus LS 460 Engine

The 2014 Lexus LS 460 is powered by a 4.6-liter V8 engine that generate 386 hp and 367 pound-feet of torque in the standard rear-wheel drive configuration. Those numbers drop to 360 hp and 347 lb-ft of torque models equipped with all-wheel drive. An automatic transmission eight speed standard 2014 Lexus LS 460.

In testing, a rear-drive 2014 Lexus LS 460 went from zero to 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, which is less than the average for a high-end luxury sedan with a V8 engine. Estimated fuel economy The EPA of all rear-drive LS 460 sedans 19 mpg combined (16 mpg city / 24 mpg highway); Awd versions combined rate 18 (16/23).

2014 Lexus LS 460 Safety

The 2014 Lexus LS 460 emerged with antilock brakes, fire and stability control, front knee airbags, the front side airbags, side curtain airbags, front and rear parking sensors and a camera rearview. Lexus Safety Connect, which includes automatic collision notification, emergency help button, enhanced roadside assistance and stolen vehicle locator, and standard on the LS 460 models.

Safety-related options include lane keeping assist, blind-spot warning a rear cross-traffic alerts, and adaptive cruise control system that includes pre-collision system that preps various programs to receive the impact of the car possible. Sold as a different option is the best Advanced Pre-Collision system, including driver attention monitor automatically can initiate braking to help avert a collision. Rear-seat side airbags are available.

2014 Lexus LS 460 Sport

In testing, the 2014 Lexus LS 460with all-season tires of 121 feet and 60 mph, an average braking distance for an elite luxury sedan. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the LS 460 the highest possible rating of “Good” in the moderate-overlap frontal crash test printing, and seat / head block design Sedan also rates “Good” for Whiplash protection in rear impacts.

2014 Lexus LS 460

Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a full-size luxury sedan that serves as the flagship of Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota. The Lexus LS,  4yh generations of Sedan have been produced, all equipped with V8 engines and the rear-wheel drive, although since 2006 all-wheel drive, and long wheelbase variants have also been offered. The original Lexus LS 400, was the first Lexus to be developed, introduced as the debut model the premium marque in September 1989. redesigns Subsequent included Lexus LS second-generation 400 in November 1994, the Lexus LS 430 in January 2000, and LS 460 / LS 460 L 2006 series A version of the domestic market of the Lexus LS 400, Lexus LS 430, badged as Toyota Celsior, sold in Japan until the Lexus marque was introduced in 2006. The fourth generation Lexus LS 460 debuted the first production eight speed automatic transmission and automatic parking system.

Development of the Lexus LS began in 1983 as the F1 project, the name of a secret code flagship sedan effort. The sedan resulting in five years followed an extended process design for over US $1 billion, and premiered with a new V8 engine features multiple luxury. The Lexus LS was intended from its inception to export markets, and a division Lexus in the market and car care of the earth. The original Lexus LS400 debuted to strong sales, and is primarily responsible for the successful launch of the Lexus marque. From the beginning of production, each generation of Lexus LS has been produced in the city of Tahara, Aichi, Japan. The Lexus LS stands for “Luxury Sedan”. However, others Importers Lexus to use the name backronymic, “Luxury Saloon”.

Lexus LS First Generation (XF10)

In August 1983, the chairman of Toyota Eiji Toyoda initiated the F1 project, an effort to secretly aimed at producing a world-class luxury sedan for international markets. The development effort F1 did not have a specific budget or time constraints, and leading car did not use the existing Toyota platforms or parts. Instead, the chief engineer Ichiro Suzuki sought to develop an all-new design, aiming to surpass rival American and the European flagship sedans in target areas, including aerodynamics, cabin peace, world top speed, and fuel efficiency.

The Lexus LS, five passenger cabin included California walnut and leather trim, power-adjustable seats and the soft-touch controls. A back electroluminescent gauge cluster lights featured Holographic visual effect, the indicator lights on the instrument panel. The memory stored in the driver’s seat, steering wheel, side mirror and seat belt positions. Luxury options included Sakamichi premium sound system and wireless integrated hands-free capabilities.

In 1994, the Lexus LS 400’s US base price exceeded US $50,000, a figure that had gradually risen since the inception of the car. Customer demand for the car shifts in foreign exchange rates contributed to the increase in the price. The expansion of the international Lexus LS asset to Toyota, as Japan had entered a recession in 1991, later became what was called the collapse of the Japanese asset price bubble or “bubble economy”. Production of the first LS generation ended in September 1994 to make way for the production model of the second generation of October.

Lexus LS Second Generation (XF20)

The second-generation Lexus LS 400 (UCF20) debuted in November 1994 (for model year 1995) with a long wheelbase and the same specifications as the original model. Public unveiling the car at the festival gala held at the San Francisco Opera House in California. The sedan was equipped with a new 4.0-liter 1UZ-FE V8 engine, producing 194 kilowatts (260 hp) and 366 newton meters (270 ft·lbf) of torque. Inside Lexus LS, over 90% of the formation of the LS 400 was new or rebuilt, increased sound insulation, suspension updates, strengthened body structure, and improved brakes. The model was 95 kg (209 lb) lighter than its predecessor and can be achieved better fuel economy. The 0-100 kilometers per hour (62 mph) time improvement of 7.5 seconds.

Development of the second-generation Lexus LS 400 was introduced after the launch of the worldwide first generation. Given the successful reception of the first model generation and a high level of customer satisfaction and its design, to express the qualities of the original LS 400 with its successor was one of the goals the chief engineer chief Kazuo Okamoto. Besides, the most significant change was the increase in wheelbase length mm (1.4 in) 36, which leads to more interior space additional 66 mm (2.6) of the rear seat legroom.

The Lexus LS 400 received upgraded interior features, varying from two-zone climate controls to cupholders rear. A newly patented seat cushion design, such as the suspension of the car, a perennial lightweight internal coil springs and stabilizer bars to improve comfort. One of the first-dash CD of money was offered as an option. The safety enhancements included enlarged crumple zone, three-point seat belts at all positions, and the latest collapsible steering column.

In August 1997, the first laser production adaptive cruise control on a car Toyota introduced on the Celsior version (Japan only) It only speed control using the control throttle and downshifting, but did not use the brakes. Because laser technology limitations, it is not working in bad weather.

Lexus LS Third Generation (XF30)

The third-generation Lexus LS 430 (UCF30) debuted in January 2000 at the North American International Auto Show 2001 model, introduced new body design and a host of new features in the interior of technology. It was the first US market Lexus with adaptive cruise control (called Dynamic Laser Cruise Control). It employed a sensor Dar and was able to activate the brakes for deceleration. However, because of laser technology limitations, it is not working in bad weather.

The Lexus LS 430 featured walnut wood interior trim on the dashboard and upper doors, and semi-Aniline leather oscillating air conditioning vents. GPS navigation system was completely rebuilt. A liquid crystal display with a screen on the upper center console served as an interface. LS First voice controlled navigation. First system featuring DVD (CD-ROM) maps on a luxury sedan.

The Lexus LS 430 first went on sale in the US with a base price starting at US $ 55,000, ranging up to US $ 70,000 when equipped. At the end, the LS 430’s pricing encroached European rivals as Lexus became able to command a higher premium prices for its vehicles. Sales for the Lexus LS 430 was published previous generation, production exceeded 140,000 units.

Lexus LS Fourth Generation (XF40)

Development of the fourth generation Lexus LS began in 2001, the design process is carried out under the Yo Anantha from 2002 to 2004 when the production of the final design freeze. In October 2005, Lexus premiered a hybrid concept car gasoline-electric, LF-Sh (Lexus Future Sedan hybrid), at the Tokyo Motor Show, irrespective of the following publicly Lexus flagship with the first version of the concept. The fourth models’ technical specifications shown in detail at the Geneva Motor Show in February 2006 A hybrid version, the LS 600h L (UVF46), was the first at the New York International Auto Show in April 2006. At its introduction in 2006, it won the Car of the Year prize in Japan for the second time.

The development of the LS 460 and its variants, led by the chief engineer Moritaka Yoshida, began as Lexus was shifting its strategy design towards a more diversified product system, and the new-car starts largely focused on global markets. Plans called for the LS next-generation distinguish itself than the previous models in terms of design and technology. A “Super LS” model, priced above US $100,000 ultra-luxury class, also considered. Besides, the Lexus LS received styling cues of new design direction Lexus’, called L-Finesse.

The inner Lexus LS 460 gained a push-button start, thin-film, music track display, and many luxury options, ranging from hard disk drive GPS navigation system and the song library to a heated steering wheel and XM NavTraffic. The standard equipment included power 16-way driver 12 way front passenger seats and lumbar adjustment and seat heaters, premium sound system, leather upholstery, power moonroof, and pass-through body. The climate control for the first infrared temperature sensors in the car, it also featured ceiling air diffusers. An “Executive” seating package on the L LS 460 included a system of rear-seat DVD entertainment, table Swivel tray, and shiatsu massaging the Ottoman seat.

Lexus LS 2012 (present)

Lexus released the official picture of the restyled its XF40 series in July 2012. The substantial update includes a new Lexus corporate fascia, make up the “spindle” grill and as a result you see the fitment of a hood, reshaped front fenders and headlamps, plus a new bumper. These styling updates see the retention of the profile of the side doors, including the rear fenders. Thus, the newly designed tail-lights, trunk lid, and bumper to rear is only partially modified. For the first time, such as the F-Sport will be offered. Sinoe particle oil has also been incorporated which reduces tears after periods of time in air-conditioning.

Lexus LS Sales and Production

In its largest market, most of all, the US, the Lexus LS was the top-selling flagship luxury sedan the first 15 years of the 17 following its debut. In Japan, the next largest market for the Lexus LS, the introduction of the 2007 Lexus LS 460 attracted 12,000 pre-orders, and Lexus LS has been successfully sell its class. After the introduction of the LS 460 and expanded the launch of Lexus’ global in 2007, the sale of the flagship Lexus have increasingly come from outside the traditional US the brand’s strong. By 2007, the Lexus LS ranked second in the world in a collective sales, next to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class ’85 .500 units, and 71,760 Lexus LS Sedans sold around the world, and a total of over half from outside the US market. In 2008, US sales fell 42% between the end of the 2000 recession, mirroring the decline in the overall market luxury car.

The Lexus LS has not sold as well as in Europe, where Lexus has small brand recognition, image, and developing a dealership network. In European markets such as the Czech Republic, the Lexus LS has ranked the back of the Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and BMW in the flagship luxury car sales. Automotive analysts have suggested a possible reasons for the disparity in sales, as consumers European emphasis on the little car we can have more brand loyalty is a product of the domestic marques. In contrast, the Lexus LS has been ranked second in sales of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (and before rivals from Audi,  BMW and Jaguar) in markets outside Europe, in South Africa.

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