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

Rydo

So...how likely is it that Lexus will show off a 4-seat variant of the LS500 at Geneva with a proper big central unit with tables etc?

Is it just me who feels the middle seat being folded down to provide this seems a little cheap? I know the current LS you can spec with either this 5-seat variant and then the 4-seat variant with the impressive big centre console unit...but that also came with the reclining seats and longwheelbase which the LS already is.

This leads me to think there will no longer be a 4-seat variant of the car which is a shame, I know this may seems strange and splitting hairs but I feel opening the door to a car with the big chunky centre console in the rear with fold out tables etc. is far more impressive than the seat folded down...even worse the head rest is attached so it hangs down and just looks silly/cheap.

Here's hoping...

Does anyone notice that the new LS's introduction page on the Lexus International site (unintentionally?) reveals a photo showing the backseat that is SLIGHTLY different from those of the LS500 at NAIAS or other auto show or on the official Lexus website.

Take a look at the bottom right part of the picture, and there is a "stitched something" on the side of the rear passenger seat. I don't know if this is a proof that there will be a 4-seat variant of the LS, but at least it is certain that Lexus will bring the another variant, hopefully more luxurious one.
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And this picture for a comparison.

Rydo

So...how likely is it that Lexus will show off a 4-seat variant of the LS500 at Geneva with a proper big central unit with tables etc?

Is it just me who feels the middle seat being folded down to provide this seems a little cheap? I know the current LS you can spec with either this 5-seat variant and then the 4-seat variant with the impressive big centre console unit...but that also came with the reclining seats and longwheelbase which the LS already is.

This leads me to think there will no longer be a 4-seat variant of the car which is a shame, I know this may seems strange and splitting hairs but I feel opening the door to a car with the big chunky centre console in the rear with fold out tables etc. is far more impressive than the seat folded down...even worse the head rest is attached so it hangs down and just looks silly/cheap.

Here's hoping...

Does anyone notice that the new LS's introduction page on the Lexus International site (unintentionally?) reveals a photo showing the backseat that is SLIGHTLY different from those of the LS500 at NAIAS or other auto show or on the official Lexus website.

Take a look at the bottom right part of the picture, and there is a "stitched something" on the side of the rear passenger seat. I don't know if this is a proof that there will be a 4-seat variant of the LS, but at least it is certain that Lexus will bring the another variant, hopefully more luxurious one.
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And this picture for a comparison.

BTW, how awesome is the new Lexus International website! It's a little tricky to look through swiftly, but still I think this is a amazing web design with full of discovery!

https://www.lexus-int.com/top-stories

BTW, how awesome is the new Lexus International website! It's a little tricky to look through swiftly, but still I think this is a amazing web design with full of discovery!

https://www.lexus-int.com/top-stories

BTW, how awesome is the new Lexus International website! It's a little tricky to look through swiftly, but still I think this is a amazing web design with full of discovery!

https://www.lexus-int.com/top-stories

BTW, how awesome is the new Lexus International website! It's a little tricky to look through swiftly, but still I think this is a amazing web design with full of discovery!

https://www.lexus-int.com/top-stories

I just found this from Lexus' youtube channel. The 5LS won't go on sale until "early 2018"??? C'mon, Lexus...
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I just found this from Lexus' youtube channel. The 5LS won't go on sale until "early 2018"??? C'mon, Lexus...
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I just found this from Lexus' youtube channel. The 5LS won't go on sale until "early 2018"??? C'mon, Lexus...
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I just found this from Lexus' youtube channel. The 5LS won't go on sale until "early 2018"??? C'mon, Lexus...
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Yeah, I noticed that when it aired during the SB. Beyond disappointing, but we'll have plenty of LC (and I suspect reveals of more of the LS500's features) to keep us company.

Yeah, I noticed that when it aired during the SB. Beyond disappointing, but we'll have plenty of LC (and I suspect reveals of more of the LS500's features) to keep us company.

Yeah, I noticed that when it aired during the SB. Beyond disappointing, but we'll have plenty of LC (and I suspect reveals of more of the LS500's features) to keep us company.

Yeah, I noticed that when it aired during the SB. Beyond disappointing, but we'll have plenty of LC (and I suspect reveals of more of the LS500's features) to keep us company.

C/D released a feature on the LS 500 which also told us more unknown details about the car, such as best-in-class rear legroom and more.

They also claimed to have driven an early prototype of the LS with the TTV6 and presumably the new platform:

Our preview of the Lexus LS included a short drive of some early engineering mules. Engineers were still finalizing powertrain calibrations, so we can’t comment on the twin-turbo six at this time. But with the optional air springs, the ride is excellent, and the rear-wheel steering helps the LS feel surprisingly nimble without compromising straight-line stability. The steering is satisfyingly hefty and the brake pedal progressive. The original LS won the first comparison test we threw it into in 1989; we’ll find out in another year or so if its latest descendant can repeat that feat.

C/D released a feature on the LS 500 which also told us more unknown details about the car, such as best-in-class rear legroom and more.

They also claimed to have driven an early prototype of the LS with the TTV6 and presumably the new platform:

Our preview of the Lexus LS included a short drive of some early engineering mules. Engineers were still finalizing powertrain calibrations, so we can’t comment on the twin-turbo six at this time. But with the optional air springs, the ride is excellent, and the rear-wheel steering helps the LS feel surprisingly nimble without compromising straight-line stability. The steering is satisfyingly hefty and the brake pedal progressive. The original LS won the first comparison test we threw it into in 1989; we’ll find out in another year or so if its latest descendant can repeat that feat.

C/D released a feature on the LS 500 which also told us more unknown details about the car, such as best-in-class rear legroom and more.

They also claimed to have driven an early prototype of the LS with the TTV6 and presumably the new platform:

Our preview of the Lexus LS included a short drive of some early engineering mules. Engineers were still finalizing powertrain calibrations, so we can’t comment on the twin-turbo six at this time. But with the optional air springs, the ride is excellent, and the rear-wheel steering helps the LS feel surprisingly nimble without compromising straight-line stability. The steering is satisfyingly hefty and the brake pedal progressive. The original LS won the first comparison test we threw it into in 1989; we’ll find out in another year or so if its latest descendant can repeat that feat.

C/D released a feature on the LS 500 which also told us more unknown details about the car, such as best-in-class rear legroom and more.

They also claimed to have driven an early prototype of the LS with the TTV6 and presumably the new platform:

Our preview of the Lexus LS included a short drive of some early engineering mules. Engineers were still finalizing powertrain calibrations, so we can’t comment on the twin-turbo six at this time. But with the optional air springs, the ride is excellent, and the rear-wheel steering helps the LS feel surprisingly nimble without compromising straight-line stability. The steering is satisfyingly hefty and the brake pedal progressive. The original LS won the first comparison test we threw it into in 1989; we’ll find out in another year or so if its latest descendant can repeat that feat.

meth.ix

C/D released a feature on the LS 500 which also told us more unknown details about the car, such as best-in-class rear legroom and more.

I just stumbled onto that article, and this particular tidbit caught my eye:

The engine’s signature, however, is an exceptionally long stroke—100.0 millimeters in an 85.5-millimeter bore—that Lexus claims enables the engine to achieve new levels of thermal efficiency

The current 2GR 3.5-liter V6, by comparison, has an 83 mm stroke and a 94 mm bore, with an actual displacement of 3456cc. Building on the conversation in page 4 of this thread, this is yet another piece of evidence that this is an all-new engine family, as opposed to being simply a twin-turboed 2GR. Although actual displacement for the new V6 has not been revealed, an online calculator ( http://www.revetec.com/Calculators/Engine_Displacement_Calculator-2.htm ) suggests it'll be 3444cc, or technically a 3.4-liter V6. BTW, I ran the 2GR's bore x stroke dimensions on the calculator, and it produced the correct 3456cc displacement, so the calculator certainly seems accurate.

meth.ix

C/D released a feature on the LS 500 which also told us more unknown details about the car, such as best-in-class rear legroom and more.

I just stumbled onto that article, and this particular tidbit caught my eye:

The engine’s signature, however, is an exceptionally long stroke—100.0 millimeters in an 85.5-millimeter bore—that Lexus claims enables the engine to achieve new levels of thermal efficiency

The current 2GR 3.5-liter V6, by comparison, has an 83 mm stroke and a 94 mm bore, with an actual displacement of 3456cc. Building on the conversation in page 4 of this thread, this is yet another piece of evidence that this is an all-new engine family, as opposed to being simply a twin-turboed 2GR. Although actual displacement for the new V6 has not been revealed, an online calculator ( http://www.revetec.com/Calculators/Engine_Displacement_Calculator-2.htm ) suggests it'll be 3444cc, or technically a 3.4-liter V6. BTW, I ran the 2GR's bore x stroke dimensions on the calculator, and it produced the correct 3456cc displacement, so the calculator certainly seems accurate.

meth.ix

C/D released a feature on the LS 500 which also told us more unknown details about the car, such as best-in-class rear legroom and more.

I just stumbled onto that article, and this particular tidbit caught my eye:

The engine’s signature, however, is an exceptionally long stroke—100.0 millimeters in an 85.5-millimeter bore—that Lexus claims enables the engine to achieve new levels of thermal efficiency

The current 2GR 3.5-liter V6, by comparison, has an 83 mm stroke and a 94 mm bore, with an actual displacement of 3456cc. Building on the conversation in page 4 of this thread, this is yet another piece of evidence that this is an all-new engine family, as opposed to being simply a twin-turboed 2GR. Although actual displacement for the new V6 has not been revealed, an online calculator ( http://www.revetec.com/Calculators/Engine_Displacement_Calculator-2.htm ) suggests it'll be 3444cc, or technically a 3.4-liter V6. BTW, I ran the 2GR's bore x stroke dimensions on the calculator, and it produced the correct 3456cc displacement, so the calculator certainly seems accurate.

meth.ix

C/D released a feature on the LS 500 which also told us more unknown details about the car, such as best-in-class rear legroom and more.

I just stumbled onto that article, and this particular tidbit caught my eye:

The engine’s signature, however, is an exceptionally long stroke—100.0 millimeters in an 85.5-millimeter bore—that Lexus claims enables the engine to achieve new levels of thermal efficiency

The current 2GR 3.5-liter V6, by comparison, has an 83 mm stroke and a 94 mm bore, with an actual displacement of 3456cc. Building on the conversation in page 4 of this thread, this is yet another piece of evidence that this is an all-new engine family, as opposed to being simply a twin-turboed 2GR. Although actual displacement for the new V6 has not been revealed, an online calculator ( http://www.revetec.com/Calculators/Engine_Displacement_Calculator-2.htm ) suggests it'll be 3444cc, or technically a 3.4-liter V6. BTW, I ran the 2GR's bore x stroke dimensions on the calculator, and it produced the correct 3456cc displacement, so the calculator certainly seems accurate.

It's already been revealed that the TTV6 is a Dynamic Force engine rather than a 2GR extension (and didn't @Carmaker1 give the engine code for it already?). It's great to have some numbers backing all that up though.

It's already been revealed that the TTV6 is a Dynamic Force engine rather than a 2GR extension (and didn't @Carmaker1 give the engine code for it already?). It's great to have some numbers backing all that up though.

It's already been revealed that the TTV6 is a Dynamic Force engine rather than a 2GR extension (and didn't @Carmaker1 give the engine code for it already?). It's great to have some numbers backing all that up though.

It's already been revealed that the TTV6 is a Dynamic Force engine rather than a 2GR extension (and didn't @Carmaker1 give the engine code for it already?). It's great to have some numbers backing all that up though.

LS F Sport???

Look at the photo below. Is there a F Sport emblem on the front fender? Since some of us have thought there will be no F Sport anymore, I'm just curious.
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and here is the F Sport emblem of the GS.


the "normal" LS we've seen has nothing on the front fender.

LS F Sport???

Look at the photo below. Is there a F Sport emblem on the front fender? Since some of us have thought there will be no F Sport anymore, I'm just curious.
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and here is the F Sport emblem of the GS.


the "normal" LS we've seen has nothing on the front fender.

LS F Sport???

Look at the photo below. Is there a F Sport emblem on the front fender? Since some of us have thought there will be no F Sport anymore, I'm just curious.
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and here is the F Sport emblem of the GS.


the "normal" LS we've seen has nothing on the front fender.

LS F Sport???

Look at the photo below. Is there a F Sport emblem on the front fender? Since some of us have thought there will be no F Sport anymore, I'm just curious.
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and here is the F Sport emblem of the GS.


the "normal" LS we've seen has nothing on the front fender.