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    Lexus LS 500 Review, For Sale, Colours, Interior, Specs & News

    Lexus LS 500 Review, For Sale, Colours, Interior, Specs & News

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    $199,850
    10.0L/100km (combined)
    Sedan
    10 Speed Automatic
    2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017
    LS400 LS430 LS600HL LS460 LS600H LS500H LS500 LS500H (hybrid)
    Reviews For Sale Pricing & Specs Colours Interior Engine Dimensions Q&As Fuel Consumption Speed Wheel Size Accessories VS The Competition News Towing Capacity Seats Boot Space Range
    Rating Summary
    Price and features
    8
    Practicality
    8
    Driving
    7
    Safety
    9
    Overview
    Likes
    Business class interior
    Japanese feel and quality
    Thumping turbo V6
    Dislikes
    Feels a bit old-fashioned to drive
    The hybrid would be nicer to be driven in
    Dated multimedia software

    Lexus LS500 Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Lexus LS500 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $199,850 and going to $215,300 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    Lexus LS500 Colours

    There are 10 exterior colour choices in the Lexus LS range ('Sonic Quartz', 'Titanium', 'Liquid Metal', 'Sonic Iridium', 'Lustre Shadow', 'Onyx', 'Graphite Black', 'Vermillion', 'Scarlet Crimson', 'Deep Blue') as well as nine interior colour schemes

    Deep Blue
    Graphite Black
    Liquid Metal
    Lustre Shadow
    Onyx
    Scarlet Crimson
    Sonic Iridium
    Sonic Quartz
    Titanium
    Vermillion
    To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Lexus LS500.

    Lexus LS500 Interior

    The LS has an opulent interior treatment as standard, with a mixture of true and synthetic soft-touch leather surfaces, a choice of door ornamentations, ambient interior lighting, as well as a large multimedia screen for the driver and dual 11.6-inch screens for each outboard rear passenger.

    Shown above are interior details for the Lexus LS500 2023.

    Lexus LS500 Engine

    There are two engine choices in the LS range. One is a six-cylinder turbocharged 3.4-litre V6 producing 310kW/600Nm, while the other is also a 3.4-litre V6 with no turbocharger, producing 220kW/350Nm, with the aid of a 132kW/300Nm electric motor, with a combined output of 264kW.

    Shown above are engine details for the Lexus LS500 2023.

    Lexus LS500 Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Lexus LS500 Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Lexus LS500 FAQs

    What is the most expensive Lexus?

    The most expensive new Lexus is a LS500h Sports Luxury listed at $195,500. For more info on the latest model, check out our pricing and specs page, and you'll find all Lexus reviews and news here.

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    Disclaimer: You acknowledge and agree that all answers are provided as a general guide only and should not be relied upon as bespoke advice. CarsGuide is not liable for the accuracy of any information provided in the answers.

    Lexus LS500 Fuel consumption

    The Lexus LS500 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 10.0L/100km for Sedan
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    Lexus LS500 Speed

    The Lexus LS can sprint from 0-100km/h in 5.4 seconds when chosen as a V6 hybrid, or 5.0 seconds as a turbocharged V6. Top speed is 250km/h.

    Shown above are speed details for the Lexus LS500 2023.

    Lexus LS500 Wheel Size

    The Lexus LS500 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 245x45 RF20 for Sedan in 2025 with a wheel size that spans from 8.5x20 inches.
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    Lexus LS500 Accessories

    Standard equipment includes a 12.3-inch multimedia screen, 8.0-inch digital instrument cluster, holographic head-up display, 20-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights and DRLs, 23 speaker audio system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, built-in sat-nav, 28-way power adjust seats, a heated steering wheel, keyless entry and push-start ignition, an electric tailgate, and sunshades for the rear windows.

    Upfront is an integrated analogue clock. (Image: Tom White)
    Upfront is an integrated analogue clock. (Image: Tom White)
    This car's age is on show with its clunky and much maligned 'Remote Touch' pad controller. (Image: Tom White)
    This car's age is on show with its clunky and much maligned 'Remote Touch' pad controller. (Image: Tom White)
    The LS500 has a small, crowded instrument cluster. (Image: Tom White)
    The LS500 has a small, crowded instrument cluster. (Image: Tom White)
    The LS's seats are clad with a rough textured fabric and silver detailing. (Image: Tom White)
    The LS's seats are clad with a rough textured fabric and silver detailing. (Image: Tom White)
    Standard equipment includes a 12.3-inch multimedia screen. (Image: Tom White)
    Standard equipment includes a 12.3-inch multimedia screen. (Image: Tom White)
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    Shown above are the accessory details for the Lexus LS500 2023.

    Lexus LS500 Towing Capacity

    The Lexus LS500 has no towing capacity for the latest model available.
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    Lexus LS500 Seats

    The Lexus LS has five seats, clad as standard with leather trim.

    Shown above are seat details for the Lexus LS500 2023.

    Lexus LS500 Boot Space

    The LS offers 480 litres of boot space when chosen as a turbocharged V6, or 430 litres when chosen as a V6 hybrid

    Lexus LS500 boot space

    Lexus LS500 Range

    The V6 turbo LS has a combined fuel consumption of 10.0L/100km implying an 820km range from its 82-litre fuel tank. Meanwhile, the V6 hybrid has a combined consumption of 6.6L/100km with the same fuel capacity, implying a 1242km range between fills.

    Shown above are range details for the Lexus LS500 2023.