Car & Driver Preview: 2018 Lexus LS 500 First Drive
A short preview of the new flagship sedan driving experience.
Kevin · March 14th, 2017
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Live Galleries: The 2018 Lexus LS 500h in Geneva
A look back at the Geneva debut of the LS 500h.
Kevin · March 13th, 2017
Next-Generation Lexus LS to Feature Carved Glass Interior Trim
Lexus raises the stakes for flagship sedans with new material options.
Kevin · March 7th, 2017
Video: The All-New 2018 Lexus LS 500h
The official launch video.
Kevin · March 7th, 2017
Introducing the All-New Lexus LS 500h Hybrid Flagship
The newest Lexus hybrid debuted today at the Geneva Motor Show.
Kevin · March 7th, 2017
Lexus LS F SPORT Prototype Spotted in Japan?
Is Lexus planning an F SPORT version of the new LS flagship?
Kevin · March 6th, 2017
Design Critique: Analyzing the New Lexus LS 500
Robert Cumberford from Automobile Magazine examines the new Lexus flagship sedan.
Kevin · February 27th, 2017
Lexus Confirms 3.5L Multi-Stage Hybrid Engine for LS 500h
The same powertrain found in the LC 500h coupe.
Kevin · February 22nd, 2017
2018 Lexus LS 500h Hybrid to Debut at Geneva Motor Show
Expect the LS hybrid to share the LC 500h powertrain.
Kevin · February 14th, 2017
Video: Quick Look at the 2018 Lexus LS 500
This video from CNET shows off some previously unseen details.
Kevin · February 13th, 2017
Three World-First Safety Technologies to Debut on New Lexus LS 500
Advanced collision avoidance, a massive heads up display, and updated blind-spot detection.
Kevin · January 30th, 2017
Interview: Lexus LS Chief Engineer Toshio Asahi & Chief Designer Kouichi Suga
Discussing the twin-turbo V6, similarities with the LC, and how long it took to develop the new flagship.
Kevin · January 25th, 2017
Rendered: The 2018 Lexus LS Coupe
Is this good or bad? I can't tell.
Kevin · January 23rd, 2017
2018 Lexus LS 500 First Impressions
Some initial thoughts on the debut of the fifth-generation Lexus LS.
Kevin · January 18th, 2017
Next-Generation Lexus LS Hybrid Uncovered in Press Photo
An EV button reveals the surprise that is no surprise.
Kevin · January 16th, 2017
New Lexus LS 500 Wins 2017 EyesOn Design Award at Detroit Auto Show
The flagship sedan was selected for Interior Design Excellence.
Kevin · January 11th, 2017
2018 Lexus LS 500 Official Photo Gallery
Mega gallery has 64 photos, including technical images.
Kevin · January 10th, 2017
Video: All-New Lexus LS 500 Launch Video
Also: the full press conference from Detroit.
Kevin · January 9th, 2017
Video: The Next-Generation Lexus LS 500 is Here!
There's a lot of detail in this official footage.
Kevin · January 9th, 2017
Introducing the All-New 2018 Lexus LS 500
The next-generation Lexus flagship sedan is here.
Kevin · January 9th, 2017
Live Coverage: The Next Generation Lexus LS Debuts Tomorrow in Detroit
Live coverage begins bright and early tomorrow morning.
Kevin · January 8th, 2017
Speculation: What will the Next-Generation Lexus LS Look Like?
Motor1 takes a guess at the new Lexus flagship sedan.
Kevin · January 8th, 2017
Spy Shots: Next-Generation Lexus LS Prototype Makes Another Appearance
The vehicle may be the same, but the photos are better.
Kevin · December 22nd, 2016
Next-Generation Lexus LS to Debut at Detroit Auto Show in January
A new teaser image was also released, showing parts of the fifth-generation flagship.
Kevin · December 8th, 2016
Rumor: Next-Generation Lexus LS to Replace V8 with Twin-Turbo V6 Engine?
Japanese magazine Mag-X has new information on the upcoming flagship sedan.
Kevin · November 28th, 2016
Lexus to Introduce Fuel Cell Vehicle by 2020?
Will the LS be the first fuel cell vehicle in the lineup?
Kevin · November 16th, 2016
Spy Shot: The Next-Generation Lexus LS Interior Uncovered
Only a small part is visible, but it's enough to uncover some details.
Kevin · November 15th, 2016
Spy Shots: New Next-Generation Lexus LS Prototype Spotted in Europe!
Considerably less camouflage and more detail revealed.
Kevin · November 14th, 2016
Rumor Mill: Next-Generation Lexus LS to get 3.0L Turbo Engine
Big changes are coming to the flagship Lexus sedan.
Kevin · October 31st, 2016
Rumor: Lexus LS F Coming in 2018?
611 horsepower twin-turbo V8 FTW.
Kevin · October 26th, 2016
Lexus LS 350 Trademark Registered in Japan
Will the next-generation Lexus LS be getting a V6 engine option?
Kevin · September 19th, 2016
Spy Shots: Next-Generation Lexus LS Prototype Spotted in Death Valley
Driving in the desert alongside the Audi A8 & BMW 7-Series.
Kevin · September 6th, 2016
Lexus LS Autonomous Prototype Spotted Outside of Boston
An updated version of the technology that debuted in 2013 at CES.
Kevin · August 30th, 2016
Rendered: Setting the Low Bar for the Next-Generation Lexus LS
Make sure to squint when looking at these renderings.
Kevin · August 22nd, 2016
Next Generation Lexus LS Prototype Spotted During Desert Testing
The spy shots show off a streamlined new body shape and some wacky taillights.
Kevin · July 27th, 2016
Rumor: Lexus Vehicles to Get Twin-Turbo V6 Engine Option?
Autoblog reports that the new Supra could share a TT V6 with the Lexus LS & Lexus GS.
Kevin · July 25th, 2016
Video: The Next-Generation Lexus LS Prototype
Listen carefully, can you hear a turbocharger?
Kevin · May 31st, 2016
More Information on the Next-Generation Lexus LS Prototype
Observers heard a turbocharger whine coming from the test mule.
Kevin · May 18th, 2016
Spotted: Next-Generation Lexus LS Prototype!
A fully-camouflaged Lexus test mule of the next-generation flagship sedan was caught cruising.
Kevin · May 17th, 2016
Next-Generation Lexus LS to Debut in Early 2017?
A rendering of the next-generation Lexus LS has been published by Japanese magazine MAG-X.
Kevin · May 9th, 2016
New Augmented Reality Windshield Coming to Lexus Vehicles?
Toyota has patented an augmented reality windshield very similar to the future technology shown in the Lexus LF-FC flagship concept
Kevin · April 7th, 2016
Sponsor: Lexus LS F SPORT on Vossen CV3-R Wheels
Vossen Wheels has a big feature on Lexus Enthusiast site administrator Mike Forsythe and his Lexus LS F SPORT.
Kevin · February 23rd, 2016
New Details on the Next-Generation Lexus LS
Lexus International executive vice-president Mark Templin shared a couple details on the next-generation LS in a WardsAuto interview.
Kevin · February 15th, 2016
The Long Wait for the Next-Generation Lexus LS
In an interview with Car Advice, Lexus International vice-president Mark Templin discussed the delay in releasing the next-generation LS flagship sedan.
Kevin · November 11th, 2015
Imagining the Next-Generation Lexus LS Flagship Sedan
Photochopper RM Design has created a rendering of next-generation Lexus LS using the LF-FC concept from the Tokyo Motor Show and elements of the new RX crossover.
Kevin · November 4th, 2015
Videos: The Lexus LF-FC Flagship Concept
There are two official videos for the new Lexus LF-FC flagship concept, starting with the highly stylized music video used to introduce the vehicle at the Tokyo Motor Show.
Kevin · October 28th, 2015
Introducing the Lexus LF-FC Flagship Concept
Lexus has just unveiled the LF-FC concept, a “visionary new vehicle that offers a peek into the design and technology direction of the brand’s future flagship sedan.”
Kevin · October 28th, 2015
New Rumors on the Next-Generation Lexus LS
Motoring Australia has picked up new rumors on the next-generation Lexus LS from Japanese magazine Best Car.
Kevin · October 25th, 2015
Lexus LS Receives Minor Update for 2016 Model Year
The fourth-generation Lexus LS sedan may be entering its ninth year of sales, but that hasn’t stopped Lexus engineers from making some improvements.
Kevin · September 29th, 2015
Fuel Cell Lexus LS to be Built for 2020 Tokyo Olympics?
The rumored fuel cell Lexus LS may be part of a major new product initiative from Toyota in preparation for their 2020 Tokyo Olympics sponsorship.
Kevin · August 24th, 2015
Lexus Trademarks LS 500 in Australia and Europe
Lexus has just trademarked LS 500 in both Australia and Europe, joining the previously-registered LS 500h as a potential engine option for the next-generation Lexus flagship sedan.
Kevin · August 12th, 2015
Rumors Swirl on Next-Generation Lexus LS Debut at Tokyo Motor Show
Autocar is reporting the next-generation Lexus LS will debut at the Tokyo Motor Show this year, backing up an earlier report from Motoring Australia.
Kevin · August 11th, 2015
Lexus to Offer Next-Generation LS with Four-Cylinder Turbo Engine?
According to Japanese magazine Mag-X, Lexus will release the next-generation LS with a 2.5L four-cylinder turbo engine.
Kevin · July 8th, 2015
Next-Generation Lexus LS to Debut at Tokyo Motor Show in October?
Motoring Australia reports that the next-generation Lexus LS will debut at the Tokyo Motor Show in October, and will share engine options with the upcoming LC coupe.
Kevin · July 6th, 2015
2017 Lexus LS Prototype Spotted in Japan
A very awkward-looking next-generation Lexus LS test mule has been spotted by Japanese magazine MAG-X
Kevin · May 28th, 2015
Lexus LS 500h Trademarked in Europe
Lexus has filed a trademark for the LS 500h in Europe, opening up speculation that the next-generation LS flagship will be getting a new hybrid powertrain.
Kevin · May 27th, 2015
What is Lexus Planning for the Next-Generation LS?
One of the most interesting exchanges in our podcast interview with Lexus International executive vice-president Mark Templin was a discussion on the definition of a Lexus halo car.
Kevin · May 14th, 2015
Motor Trend Reviews the 2015 Lexus LS & LS F SPORT
Despite the insistence on performance testing, it's mostly positive review for a flagship sedan in its twilight years.
Kevin · March 26th, 2015
Lexus Adds Two More Superbowl Commercials
With separate commercials for NX, RC, LS, & GS, it will be a Lexus marketing blitz during the Superbowl today.
Kevin · February 1st, 2015
More Fuel Cell Lexus LS Rumors
Lexus will introduce a fuel cell version of the LS flagship, according to a new Motoring Australia article from Peter Lyon: According to one source, the LS’s nose section will be redesigned with larger air intakes to ventilate the hydrogen powered electric system. The car will incorporate a fuel-cell unit under the front seat, a …
Kevin · December 22nd, 2014
Next Generation Lexus LS to be a Fuel Cell Vehicle?
According to Japanese magazine Best Car, the next-generation Lexus LS will be a Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) powered at least in part by hydrogen. Not being able to read Japanese, I can only go by the pictures on the page — here’s the key illustration: Let’s compare it to the Toyota Fuel Cell System found …
Kevin · December 10th, 2014
Next-Generation Lexus LS to Have “More Emotional” Design
Lexus Europe vice president Alain Uyttenhoven recently discussed the next-generation LS flagship with Autocar: Speaking to Autocar, Uyttenhoven said: “The LS will remain the pinnacle of the range and have the highest price point.” He also denied rumours that the luxury saloon was going to adopt a Porsche Panamera-style liftback: “You have to understand how our customers use …
Kevin · November 11th, 2014
2015 Lexus LS 460 Information
The USA edition of the Lexus LS 460 will have minor changes for the 2015 model year. The biggest update to the flagship sedan is the new navigation system with predictive traffic information, ETA calculation and low-fuel coordination with available fuel stations. Navigation also includes the subscription-free Lexus Enform App Suite and features bird’s eye …
Kevin · October 20th, 2014
Next-Generation Lexus LS in 2016?
Jonny Lieberman of Motor Trend is keeping the rumor train running with new speculation on the next-generation Lexus LS: While the LS has traditionally been something of a rival to the Mercedes S-Class, people I spoke with at Lexus have been hinting that the new big Lexus will in fact target the sportier end of …
Kevin · July 22nd, 2014
Lexus Unconcerned with LS Sedan Sales Decline
WardsAuto has an interesting interview with Brian Smith, the Lexus USA vice-president of sales, regarding the current LS sedan and its sales struggle against new competitors: “We don’t feel it’s a problem with the car,” Brian Smith, vice president-marketing for Lexus in the U.S., tells WardsAuto here during a Lexus NX media event. “Many of …
Kevin · July 15th, 2014
AutoART Releases Lexus LS 600hL Diecast Model
Diecast car company AutoART has released a 1:18 scale model of the 2014 Lexus LS 600hL: The detail is astounding, here’s a photo of the interior: The model is available in Obsidian, Sonic Silver, and Starfire Pearl, and retails for $235 USD. [Source: AutoART] (Thanks Matt!)
Kevin · May 6th, 2014
Ultrasonic Blue Lexus LS F SPORT Spotted in Japan
An Ultrasonic Blue Lexus LS F SPORT has been spotted in Japan, and it’s something special — it may lack usual subtlety of the LS, but there’s a unique appeal in seeing the flagship Lexus in the now-signature F SPORT color. (No further details at this point, but I have to think this is a …
Kevin · April 24th, 2014
A Tour of the Lexus LS L-Select Program in Japan
While in Tokyo last year for the opening of INTERSECT, I also took the opportunity to visit two of the city’s Lexus showrooms, the Lexus Gallery Takanawa and the Lexus International Gallery Aoyama. Both showrooms are amazing in their attention to detail and level of attentiveness, and both have displays dedicated to the Lexus L-Select …
Kevin · April 3rd, 2014