Lexus LS

Lexus LS 500h Luxury India

Lexus LS 500h Luxury is the entry-level variant of Lexus's flagship luxury sedan in India. As all the models, this entry-level model is powered by a hybrid powertrain. 3.5-litre Naturally Aspirated V6 Petrol engine is producing 300PS / 296BHP power at 6600 RPM and 350NM torque at 5100 RPM which sends power to rear wheels only. This Petrol engine is complimented by Lithium-ion battery packs which generates 180PS / 178BHP power and 300NM maximum torque from zero RPM. Both the engines combine together to generate 359PS / 354BHP maximum power, which is controlled via 10-speed CVT+Torque Converter Automatic transmission. This is the flagship luxury sedan by Lexus India where acceleration run isn't given a priority but this luxury sedan is quick, as it is capable of achieving 0-100kmph acceleration run in 5.4sec and flatout it will do a 250kmph top speed. This entry-level Lexus LS 500h Luxury is priced at Rs 1.91 cr ex-showroom India. 

Lexus LS 500h Luxury Features

Lexus LS 500h Luxury comes with a pair of 3-eye Bi-Projector LED automatic headlight setup with LED wide angle cornering lamp with auto high beam assist. Front face looks spectacular with the presence of L-Shaped LED daytime running lamps. Front grille design goes in-line with the other Lexus’s luxury models, which is made on L-Shaped design ques and the lower part of the front grille works as an air streamer for the front mounted 3.5-litre engine. The whole grille surround is decorated with chrome elements. Front bumper is all-new and gives a sharp front end look with presence of front nose lip. Side profile is indistinguishable Lexus models, With smooth surface differentiating with the sharp creases, flows throughout the length of the vehicle. Lexus LS 500h Luxury is sitting on the 20-inch multi-spoke chrome finished aluminium wheels which come wrapped in 245/45 R20 noise reduction tires. Braking performance has been made easy with the use of 18-inch ventilated disc brake setup at front and 17-inch ventilated disc rotors at the rear. Rear profile is wide which is accentuated by the presence of newly designed 3D LED taillight with integrated LED fog lamps. Power operated rear boot lid can be operated either by a remote controlled key or by waving below the rear bumper. It provides 430-litre of boot space which doesn’t make it the most spacious luxury sedan out of the other models but you won’t complain as the boot space layout can house full 4-size luggage bags easily. Rear bumper has been given a chrome treatment throughout the width of the car. 

Interior is the business end of this Lexus LS 500h Luxury as you will be buying this model just because of the interior space and more specifically due to the rear seat comfort. Front cabin features a pair of 28-way Electrically adjustable Comfort seats with 3 preset memory function, 4-way lumbar support, shoulder support, active side waist bolstering, active thigh bolstering, heated function, cooling function, messaging function comes standard. Where the rear seat setup is as impressive as front, with a pair of 22-way electrically adjustable comfort seats with foldable centre armrest that house the controls for electric lumbar support, heated/ventilated/massaging function. Entertainment package includes 12.3-inch multi touch Lexus’s Multi-Vision high definition display paired with Mark & Levinson QLI Reference Surround Sound System capable of producing at 2400 Watts through 23 speakers spread evenly inside the interior. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, GPS Navigation system with 3D maps, CD/DVD player, enhanced voice control, multimedia connectivity ports - all can be controlled via a touchpad with handwriting recognition situated in the centre console. Rear entertainment package includes dual 11.6-inch high definition LCD display which comes with Blu-Ray Disc Player, SD Card Slot, HDMI Jack, Miracast Or DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) as input ports with the availability of rear touchscreen multi operation panel display which controls the rear convenience features. Interior convenience features includes - electric sunroof and rear fixed moonroof with electric tint functionality, auto dimming interior rear view mirror, auto dimming / heated / memory outside rear view mirror, soft close door mechanism, one touch up/down power window with anti-pinch functionality, Art Wood Herringbone / Laser Cut Special interior inlays, 4-Zone automatic climate control system, LEXUS illuminated side sill, front leather armrest with storage, wireless charging pad at front, rear power operated side window blinds, rear power operated windshield blinds, ambient lighting package, head-up display, heated steering wheel, pair of paddle shifters, electrically adjustable steering wheel for reach and rake. 

Lexus LS 500h Luxury Colours

Lexus LS 500h Luxury comes with following colour pallet:: Sonic Titanium, Sonic Quartz, Sonic Silver, Black, Manganese Luster, Graphite Black Glass Flake, Sleek Ecru Metallic, Red Mica Crystal Shine, Amber Crystal Shine, Sonic Agate, Deep Blue Mica

Lexus LS 500h Luxury Mileage

As per ARAI regulations, Lexus LS 500h Luxury gives a claimed fuel efficiency of 15.4kmpl. 

Lexus LS 500h Luxury Competitors

In India, Lexus LS 500h Luxury competes with Audi A8 55 TFSI Quattro, BMW M8 Coupe, Mercedes-Maybach S560, BMW M760Li xDrive, Porsche Cayenne Turbo, Maserati Quattroporte