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Lexus LS 500 and LS 500h 2023 review

Rob Fraser

Lexus LS 500 – A few weeks ago we drove the Lexus LS 500 limousine. It comes in two engine choices, a V6 Petrol, and a Hybrid version. Each engine choice comes in either a F Sport or Sport Luxury configuration.

Given that the LS is the pinnacle for the Lexus range they have thrown everything in there and its luxurious and extremely comfortable.

Its hard to choose whether to sit in the drivers seat or be chauffeured around in the spacious rear seat with its extendable foot rest and massage functions.

The LS is powered by the smooth 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged V6 petrol engine producing 310kW and a sublime 600Nm from 1600-4800 rpm.

Or the LS 500h features a naturally aspirated V6 of the same capacity with a multi-stage hybrid system offering 264 kW for the perfect blend of performance and economy.

This drives through a 10 speed AT, that matches perfectly to the engine characteristics.

Given that this is meant for executive transport one little niggle was that the rear seat entertainment screens seemed a little intrusive and would perhaps be better integrated into the front head rests.

The Lexus LS 500 is in a rarefied segment of large limousine style vehicles.

Pricing for the LS is from a little over $195,000 through to a little over $202,000 plus the usual costs.

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The Lexus LS 500 sits in rarefied air, the large luxury saloon segment has shrunk dramatically over the last few years.

Buyers could look at the Genesis G80, Audi A8, Jaguar XJ, Maserati Quatroporte.

Lexus LS  

Model

LS 500h Sport Luxury
Model Price $201,040 MLP*
Engine 3.5L Hybrid Petrol Euro 6
Drivetrain 10 stage CVT FWD
Battery Capacity / type N/A
Power 220kW @ 6,600 rpm
Torque 350Nm @ 5,100 rpm
Fuel ADR 6.6L/100km
Range (WLTP) / efficiency N/A
Fast Charge / Home (240V) N/A
Safety N/A
CO2 Emissions 150 g/km
0-100kmh/Top Speed 5.4secs / 250km/h
Servicing Capped Price
Warranty 5yr/ Unlimited km with 10Yr. conditional roadside assist

*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

Overall Rating    

86/100
Behind the Wheel 9
Comfort 9
Equipment 9
Performance 9
Ride and Handling 8
Practicality 9
Fit for Purpose 9
Styling/Appeal 8
Technology/connectivity 8
Value for Money 8

Dimensions

  
Overall Length 5235mm
Wheelbase 3125mm
Width 1900mm
Height 1450mm
Wheels 20×8.5J Alloy
Tyres 245/45 R20
Max ground clearance Up to 147mm
Wading Depth N/A
Approach N/A
Rampover N/A
Departure angle N/A
Turning Circle KTK 11.4m
Boot Capacity Min N/A
Boot capacity Max 430L
Battery Weight N/A
Kerb Weight 2285kg
Payload (kg) 444kg
GVM (kg) 2725kg
GCM N/A
Towing Capacity N/A
Tow Ball rating N/A

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Pricing from: MLP*

LS 500 and LS 500h F Sport $195,953
LS 500 and LS 500h Sports Luxury $201,078

Sports Luxury options:

1-LS 500 and LS 500h F Sport and Sports Luxury highlights

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2-LS 500 and LS 500h F Sport exclusive features

3-LS 500 and LS 500h Sports Luxury exclusive features

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