2024 2023

4.0

Lexus LS 500

Starts at:

$79,335

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LS 500 RWD

LS 500 AWD

LS 500 F SPORT RWD

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LS 500 RWD

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Key specifications

Highlights

Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
Engine Type: 18 City / 29 Hwy
MPG: 416 hp
Horsepower: 5
Seating Capacity

Engine

442 @ 1600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 416 @ 6000
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 3.4 L/207
Displacement: Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
Engine Type

Suspension

Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front

Weight & Capacity

N/A
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: 22 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

Safety

Standard
Blind Spot Monitor: Standard
Backup Camera: Standard
Lane Departure Warning: Standard
Stability Control

Entertainment

Standard
Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto®

Electrical

N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): N/A
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

Brakes

N/A
Drum - Rear (Yes or ): 13 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 14 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )

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Factory warranties

Basic

4 years / 50,000 miles

Corrosion

6 years

Powertrain

6 years / 70,000 miles

Maintenance

1 years / 10,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

4 years

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By GregFrom Fla from Venice, FL

Owns this car

March 16, 2024

Getting too sporty

I had the enormous opportunity to test drive a brand new 2024 Lexus LS 500 for one week while my car is being serviced. Overall, I am concerned about the direction that Lexus motorcars are taking with the LS series. I was greeted first and foremost with harder seats than expected (sport seats). Over the period of a week I did

not feel comfortable riding in the new Lexus. The seats were too firm. I played around with the seat adjustments, trying to get a comfortable position and no matter what I did, I still never felt that I could take a long trip in this car. The Lexus had several suspension comfort level settings. I choose the comfort level through the duration of my week with this car. Of the cabin pleasures, it was the Sound system and climate controls. The SiriusXM radio was welcomed, and was used throughout my Test drive. Climate controls were easy to use easy to set the desire temperature. The ride, however suffered as it felt too sporty and I felt every bump. The rims were too big and the tires were too shallow causing for a more nimble ride but less luxurious. Surprisingly, the wheelbase on this model was longer than my current LS. It barely fit into my garage, and every time I parked the parking assist safety feature stepped in, at times abruptly, stopping my entry into the garage. There is probably a way to turn this feature off, but it wasn’t my car and I did not want to alter any default settings. The choice of interior colors I am still debating on. It had a very odd beige color as the color in the black leather seating. Also, as a tall person, I lost height because of the sunroof. I found myself sitting lower than I would normally sit. Getting in and out of the vehicle was also more difficult. Interesting to me was the driver assist option when using the cruise control. You can practically just touch the steering wheel and have the car drive itself. Another interior criticism, I did not like the valore accent along the window pillars, it felt less luxurious . I also did not care for the steering wheel leather all around. My LS 460 has the faux wood around the top of the steering wheel, which felt very nice and is easy to clean. I feel that a all leather steering wheel will get dirty and sticky and not feel right. Acceleration was surprisingly a tick below my LS 460. Parking the LS 500 is a pleasure as it gives an outside view of your vehicle so you can line up to the parking space perfectly. I also noted with direct comparison to my LS 460, that the interior space especially the driving space was reduced with the new LS 500. Longer wheelbase and less interior room? Access in and out of the car was more difficult with the LS 500 this may have been related to having the seat height, lowered to make up for the sunroof. Lastly, I looked up the price of this LS 500 on the dealers lot. It was north of $80,000. In my mind, I cannot justify that price. I would like to know what demographics Lexus is going after for this vehicle. The younger generation clearly wants sport, utility vehicles and not cars. With so many options out on the market, I was hoping the LS series would stay as a luxury option, full of creature comforts and refinement, I was largely disappointed and could not justify the high high price tag. I do not care for the sport direction that this car has taken. Lexus in the past had an SC series that was gear toward the sports and spirited drivers. The LS in my opinion was supposed to stay the luxury division of Lexus. I’ll stick with my LS 460 for as long as it will last. Hopefully it is not the last of its kind.

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

Comfort 3.0

Interior 4.0

Performance 4.0

Value 2.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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2024 Lexus LS 500 review: Our expert's take

By Jared Gall

The Lexus LS 500 isn’t just the brand’s flagship luxury sedan; with available finery crafted using traditional Japanese techniques, the car is a sort of ambassador of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and culture as a whole. The available Haku metal trim is created using a technique that dates back more than 400 years. Glass being a more modern invention, the optional Kiriko cut-glass trim honors a tradition from only the mid-19th century. Lexus is increasing the price of the LS 500 some for the 2024 model year, though, so students of Japanese culture will need to pay at least $80,685 for the honor of decorating their ride with these styles (all prices include a $1,350 destination charge).