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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.
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
Also, where did you find those photos? Are their any other shots and angles?
Yes, hence my comment "building on the conversation in page 4 of this thread" which is where Carmaker1 revealed the engine code.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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The lack of visible exhaust outlets in the rear bumper seems to indicate that this may be the LS500h.
looks very nice all blacked out too