Video & Photo Gallery: 2018 Lexus LS 500 in Autumn Shimmer

meth.ix

It would be cool if the electric motor of the hybrid was fuel cell rather than a traditional battery so they are using stuff from the LF-FC Concept but they are not ready for a fully electric Fuel Cell Vehicle, so they just use the motor in a hybrid for now.

Right, if they switched their hybrids to a series hybrid system then it becomes much easier to chuck the ICE and drop in either a fuel cell or batteries. The actual drivetrain stays the same in all 3 cases, it's just where the power comes from that's different. But for whatever reason they seem married to their mechanically-more-complex parallel HSD/LHD system.

meth.ix

It would be cool if the electric motor of the hybrid was fuel cell rather than a traditional battery so they are using stuff from the LF-FC Concept but they are not ready for a fully electric Fuel Cell Vehicle, so they just use the motor in a hybrid for now.

Right, if they switched their hybrids to a series hybrid system then it becomes much easier to chuck the ICE and drop in either a fuel cell or batteries. The actual drivetrain stays the same in all 3 cases, it's just where the power comes from that's different. But for whatever reason they seem married to their mechanically-more-complex parallel HSD/LHD system.

meth.ix

It would be cool if the electric motor of the hybrid was fuel cell rather than a traditional battery so they are using stuff from the LF-FC Concept but they are not ready for a fully electric Fuel Cell Vehicle, so they just use the motor in a hybrid for now.

Right, if they switched their hybrids to a series hybrid system then it becomes much easier to chuck the ICE and drop in either a fuel cell or batteries. The actual drivetrain stays the same in all 3 cases, it's just where the power comes from that's different. But for whatever reason they seem married to their mechanically-more-complex parallel HSD/LHD system.

meth.ix

It would be cool if the electric motor of the hybrid was fuel cell rather than a traditional battery so they are using stuff from the LF-FC Concept but they are not ready for a fully electric Fuel Cell Vehicle, so they just use the motor in a hybrid for now.

Right, if they switched their hybrids to a series hybrid system then it becomes much easier to chuck the ICE and drop in either a fuel cell or batteries. The actual drivetrain stays the same in all 3 cases, it's just where the power comes from that's different. But for whatever reason they seem married to their mechanically-more-complex parallel HSD/LHD system.

meth.ix

It would be cool if the electric motor of the hybrid was fuel cell rather than a traditional battery so they are using stuff from the LF-FC Concept but they are not ready for a fully electric Fuel Cell Vehicle, so they just use the motor in a hybrid for now. Still, using Fuel Cell technology for hybrid vehicles, let alone fully electric vehicles by Toyota is foolish when it is lacking infrastructure and its not as efficient as regular electric vehicle batteries.

That would be a cool, unexpected twist. Not sure if it's possible at all, but would be neat.

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

I feel it holds up well against the S-class, which looks way too boisterous in a luxurious way. The LS on the other hand is very subtle and mature.

In this comparison between the LS500 and 7-series, I feel like it blows away the 7.

meth.ix

It would be cool if the electric motor of the hybrid was fuel cell rather than a traditional battery so they are using stuff from the LF-FC Concept but they are not ready for a fully electric Fuel Cell Vehicle, so they just use the motor in a hybrid for now. Still, using Fuel Cell technology for hybrid vehicles, let alone fully electric vehicles by Toyota is foolish when it is lacking infrastructure and its not as efficient as regular electric vehicle batteries.

That would be a cool, unexpected twist. Not sure if it's possible at all, but would be neat.

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

I feel it holds up well against the S-class, which looks way too boisterous in a luxurious way. The LS on the other hand is very subtle and mature.

In this comparison between the LS500 and 7-series, I feel like it blows away the 7.

meth.ix

It would be cool if the electric motor of the hybrid was fuel cell rather than a traditional battery so they are using stuff from the LF-FC Concept but they are not ready for a fully electric Fuel Cell Vehicle, so they just use the motor in a hybrid for now. Still, using Fuel Cell technology for hybrid vehicles, let alone fully electric vehicles by Toyota is foolish when it is lacking infrastructure and its not as efficient as regular electric vehicle batteries.

That would be a cool, unexpected twist. Not sure if it's possible at all, but would be neat.

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

I feel it holds up well against the S-class, which looks way too boisterous in a luxurious way. The LS on the other hand is very subtle and mature.

In this comparison between the LS500 and 7-series, I feel like it blows away the 7.

meth.ix

It would be cool if the electric motor of the hybrid was fuel cell rather than a traditional battery so they are using stuff from the LF-FC Concept but they are not ready for a fully electric Fuel Cell Vehicle, so they just use the motor in a hybrid for now. Still, using Fuel Cell technology for hybrid vehicles, let alone fully electric vehicles by Toyota is foolish when it is lacking infrastructure and its not as efficient as regular electric vehicle batteries.

That would be a cool, unexpected twist. Not sure if it's possible at all, but would be neat.

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

I feel it holds up well against the S-class, which looks way too boisterous in a luxurious way. The LS on the other hand is very subtle and mature.

In this comparison between the LS500 and 7-series, I feel like it blows away the 7.

mikeavelli

Yes :) These are all my personal pictures. I will debut a Flickr Folder soon and another video. The first is below.



I'll start with that I don't like which is the rear 3/4 quarter. Not that its ugly but I am not in love with it. I love the size, its obvious this is a big car, you cannot confuse this with what people are currently saying "it looks like____". Especially the front. It is mind blowing how sculpted and curvaceous it is leading into the rest of the design. When I walked back to my LS F-Sport, it suddenly looked like a box. I'm driving a new BMW 740iL now and it also seems like a box in comparison. This is one super stylish car. I am completely positive it will be grand slam based on design alone.

Oh that reminds me, we have some comparison shots of the 2018 LS with a 2017 LS. Lexus Enthusiast ftw :)

I meant to look at this video when you put it up but forgot. I think looking at it the LS gets better and better. I guess those that don't like the spindle grill just never will as I think the LS has one of the best ones. Either way great video it's awesome to be able to on this site get some info that not everyone might be able to see. Thanks for the close up mikeavelli!!

mikeavelli

Yes :) These are all my personal pictures. I will debut a Flickr Folder soon and another video. The first is below.



I'll start with that I don't like which is the rear 3/4 quarter. Not that its ugly but I am not in love with it. I love the size, its obvious this is a big car, you cannot confuse this with what people are currently saying "it looks like____". Especially the front. It is mind blowing how sculpted and curvaceous it is leading into the rest of the design. When I walked back to my LS F-Sport, it suddenly looked like a box. I'm driving a new BMW 740iL now and it also seems like a box in comparison. This is one super stylish car. I am completely positive it will be grand slam based on design alone.

Oh that reminds me, we have some comparison shots of the 2018 LS with a 2017 LS. Lexus Enthusiast ftw :)

I meant to look at this video when you put it up but forgot. I think looking at it the LS gets better and better. I guess those that don't like the spindle grill just never will as I think the LS has one of the best ones. Either way great video it's awesome to be able to on this site get some info that not everyone might be able to see. Thanks for the close up mikeavelli!!

mikeavelli

Yes :) These are all my personal pictures. I will debut a Flickr Folder soon and another video. The first is below.



I'll start with that I don't like which is the rear 3/4 quarter. Not that its ugly but I am not in love with it. I love the size, its obvious this is a big car, you cannot confuse this with what people are currently saying "it looks like____". Especially the front. It is mind blowing how sculpted and curvaceous it is leading into the rest of the design. When I walked back to my LS F-Sport, it suddenly looked like a box. I'm driving a new BMW 740iL now and it also seems like a box in comparison. This is one super stylish car. I am completely positive it will be grand slam based on design alone.

Oh that reminds me, we have some comparison shots of the 2018 LS with a 2017 LS. Lexus Enthusiast ftw :)

I meant to look at this video when you put it up but forgot. I think looking at it the LS gets better and better. I guess those that don't like the spindle grill just never will as I think the LS has one of the best ones. Either way great video it's awesome to be able to on this site get some info that not everyone might be able to see. Thanks for the close up mikeavelli!!

mikeavelli

Yes :) These are all my personal pictures. I will debut a Flickr Folder soon and another video. The first is below.



I'll start with that I don't like which is the rear 3/4 quarter. Not that its ugly but I am not in love with it. I love the size, its obvious this is a big car, you cannot confuse this with what people are currently saying "it looks like____". Especially the front. It is mind blowing how sculpted and curvaceous it is leading into the rest of the design. When I walked back to my LS F-Sport, it suddenly looked like a box. I'm driving a new BMW 740iL now and it also seems like a box in comparison. This is one super stylish car. I am completely positive it will be grand slam based on design alone.

Oh that reminds me, we have some comparison shots of the 2018 LS with a 2017 LS. Lexus Enthusiast ftw :)

I meant to look at this video when you put it up but forgot. I think looking at it the LS gets better and better. I guess those that don't like the spindle grill just never will as I think the LS has one of the best ones. Either way great video it's awesome to be able to on this site get some info that not everyone might be able to see. Thanks for the close up mikeavelli!!

mordecai

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

For general looks, in that specific comparison with the S-Class, I think the Mercedes has it beat......but one thing I have learned never to do is judge an interior solely by pictures/images or a video. There is no simply substitute for physically plopping's one butt down into the seat and judging the comfort level/roominess and quality of the trim/materials with your own hands and body. I have found (as with some Kias) that a rather plain-looking cabin can have excellent, durable materials, and that some quite upscale and expensive vehicles may look nice inside but actually have El Cheapo materials underneath that surface glitter (the 1Gen Chrysler 300 and Buick Enclave are good examples).

mordecai

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

For general looks, in that specific comparison with the S-Class, I think the Mercedes has it beat......but one thing I have learned never to do is judge an interior solely by pictures/images or a video. There is no simply substitute for physically plopping's one butt down into the seat and judging the comfort level/roominess and quality of the trim/materials with your own hands and body. I have found (as with some Kias) that a rather plain-looking cabin can have excellent, durable materials, and that some quite upscale and expensive vehicles may look nice inside but actually have El Cheapo materials underneath that surface glitter (the 1Gen Chrysler 300 and Buick Enclave are good examples).

mordecai

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

For general looks, in that specific comparison with the S-Class, I think the Mercedes has it beat......but one thing I have learned never to do is judge an interior solely by pictures/images or a video. There is no simply substitute for physically plopping's one butt down into the seat and judging the comfort level/roominess and quality of the trim/materials with your own hands and body. I have found (as with some Kias) that a rather plain-looking cabin can have excellent, durable materials, and that some quite upscale and expensive vehicles may look nice inside but actually have El Cheapo materials underneath that surface glitter (the 1Gen Chrysler 300 and Buick Enclave are good examples).

mordecai

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

For general looks, in that specific comparison with the S-Class, I think the Mercedes has it beat......but one thing I have learned never to do is judge an interior solely by pictures/images or a video. There is no simply substitute for physically plopping's one butt down into the seat and judging the comfort level/roominess and quality of the trim/materials with your own hands and body. I have found (as with some Kias) that a rather plain-looking cabin can have excellent, durable materials, and that some quite upscale and expensive vehicles may look nice inside but actually have El Cheapo materials underneath that surface glitter (the 1Gen Chrysler 300 and Buick Enclave are good examples).

mmcartalk

For general looks, in that specific comparison with the S-Class, I think the Mercedes has it beat......but one thing I have learned never to do is judge an interior solely by pictures/images or a video. There is no simply substitute for physically plopping's one butt down into the seat and judging the comfort level/roominess and quality of the trim/materials with your own hands and body. I have found (as with some Kias) that a rather plain-looking cabin can have excellent, durable materials, and that some quite upscale and expensive vehicles may look nice inside but actually have El Cheapo materials underneath that surface glitter (the 1Gen Chrysler 300 and Buick Enclave are good examples).

Exactly. Germans have no understanding of good materials: all show, no substance. First they came with "premium plastics" that only looked (arguable) good when new, but after years of use are worthless, with texture pealing off (Audi A8 for example) while Japanese in general have plastics that hold well (durable) to wear and tear, and are easy to clean. Then Germans came with "gloss black", that looks high-end when clean, but feels thin an frail, prone to permanent scratches, and is always dirty with grease/human fat when used. Now Germans discovered "metal", usually plastic coated in satin finish aluminum, very easy solution, just cover everything with leather and metal, and that is luxury. Boooh!

mmcartalk

For general looks, in that specific comparison with the S-Class, I think the Mercedes has it beat......but one thing I have learned never to do is judge an interior solely by pictures/images or a video. There is no simply substitute for physically plopping's one butt down into the seat and judging the comfort level/roominess and quality of the trim/materials with your own hands and body. I have found (as with some Kias) that a rather plain-looking cabin can have excellent, durable materials, and that some quite upscale and expensive vehicles may look nice inside but actually have El Cheapo materials underneath that surface glitter (the 1Gen Chrysler 300 and Buick Enclave are good examples).

Exactly. Germans have no understanding of good materials: all show, no substance. First they came with "premium plastics" that only looked (arguable) good when new, but after years of use are worthless, with texture pealing off (Audi A8 for example) while Japanese in general have plastics that hold well (durable) to wear and tear, and are easy to clean. Then Germans came with "gloss black", that looks high-end when clean, but feels thin an frail, prone to permanent scratches, and is always dirty with grease/human fat when used. Now Germans discovered "metal", usually plastic coated in satin finish aluminum, very easy solution, just cover everything with leather and metal, and that is luxury. Boooh!

mmcartalk

For general looks, in that specific comparison with the S-Class, I think the Mercedes has it beat......but one thing I have learned never to do is judge an interior solely by pictures/images or a video. There is no simply substitute for physically plopping's one butt down into the seat and judging the comfort level/roominess and quality of the trim/materials with your own hands and body. I have found (as with some Kias) that a rather plain-looking cabin can have excellent, durable materials, and that some quite upscale and expensive vehicles may look nice inside but actually have El Cheapo materials underneath that surface glitter (the 1Gen Chrysler 300 and Buick Enclave are good examples).

Exactly. Germans have no understanding of good materials: all show, no substance. First they came with "premium plastics" that only looked (arguable) good when new, but after years of use are worthless, with texture pealing off (Audi A8 for example) while Japanese in general have plastics that hold well (durable) to wear and tear, and are easy to clean. Then Germans came with "gloss black", that looks high-end when clean, but feels thin an frail, prone to permanent scratches, and is always dirty with grease/human fat when used. Now Germans discovered "metal", usually plastic coated in satin finish aluminum, very easy solution, just cover everything with leather and metal, and that is luxury. Boooh!

mmcartalk

For general looks, in that specific comparison with the S-Class, I think the Mercedes has it beat......but one thing I have learned never to do is judge an interior solely by pictures/images or a video. There is no simply substitute for physically plopping's one butt down into the seat and judging the comfort level/roominess and quality of the trim/materials with your own hands and body. I have found (as with some Kias) that a rather plain-looking cabin can have excellent, durable materials, and that some quite upscale and expensive vehicles may look nice inside but actually have El Cheapo materials underneath that surface glitter (the 1Gen Chrysler 300 and Buick Enclave are good examples).

Exactly. Germans have no understanding of good materials: all show, no substance. First they came with "premium plastics" that only looked (arguable) good when new, but after years of use are worthless, with texture pealing off (Audi A8 for example) while Japanese in general have plastics that hold well (durable) to wear and tear, and are easy to clean. Then Germans came with "gloss black", that looks high-end when clean, but feels thin an frail, prone to permanent scratches, and is always dirty with grease/human fat when used. Now Germans discovered "metal", usually plastic coated in satin finish aluminum, very easy solution, just cover everything with leather and metal, and that is luxury. Boooh!

krew

Some initial thoughts on the debut of the fifth-generation Lexus LS.

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krew

Some initial thoughts on the debut of the fifth-generation Lexus LS.

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krew

Some initial thoughts on the debut of the fifth-generation Lexus LS.

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krew

Some initial thoughts on the debut of the fifth-generation Lexus LS.

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"They're serious. This thing is a killer!"

"They're serious. This thing is a killer!"

"They're serious. This thing is a killer!"

"They're serious. This thing is a killer!"

mordecai

That would be a cool, unexpected twist. Not sure if it's possible at all, but would be neat.

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

I feel it holds up well against the S-class, which looks way too boisterous in a luxurious way. The LS on the other hand is very subtle and mature.

In this comparison between the LS500 and 7-series, I feel like it blows away the 7.

In terms of interiors, if anyone can match or surpass Benz its Lexus. Honestly neither interior blows each other away but after looking at the Benz and going to Lexus, I dont feel like Im missing anything. Benz is the strongest representation of German Lux as Lexus represents not only Lexus but Japanese hospitality in the same authenticity.... And to think this comes from Toyota! You cant say that about other brands. The industry will come to respect Toyota after 2017 is over

mordecai

That would be a cool, unexpected twist. Not sure if it's possible at all, but would be neat.

What do you guys think about the interior of the LS? In this comparison:

I feel it holds up well against the S-class, which looks way too boisterous in a luxurious way. The LS on the other hand is very subtle and mature.

In this comparison between the LS500 and 7-series, I feel like it blows away the 7.

In terms of interiors, if anyone can match or surpass Benz its Lexus. Honestly neither interior blows each other away but after looking at the Benz and going to Lexus, I dont feel like Im missing anything. Benz is the strongest representation of German Lux as Lexus represents not only Lexus but Japanese hospitality in the same authenticity.... And to think this comes from Toyota! You cant say that about other brands. The industry will come to respect Toyota after 2017 is over