Sure lexus doesn't have the new technology as the competition but people tend to forget lexus is a bit more conservative yet reliable durable and has longevity than bmw, Mercedes benz, audi.....lexus you buy to own anything else you lease and return.
There are plenty of older Mercedes on the road with their original owner. A Mercedes can be a lasting vehicle, depending on the time period and model. Secondly, as a Lexus owner also, they aren't cheap to service as they age, only cheaper than a Euro car, but not cheap. A Mercedes, engine, paint, suspension, interior will hold up just as well as anything if taken care of. Not all European cars are created equal either. Lexus wants to be luxury and they are, but this excuse about them being more reliable doesn't carry enough weight anymore, and their sales of their RWD vehicles prove this. Lexus is about ES, NX, and RX now. Their fun cars don't sell, they're too outdated, LC500 convertible excepted.
The 18 is and was a work of art. I was 59 when I bought mine and think the "softening" was a mistake. The original purity and lines to me, including the uncluttered dash, the original headlight and tailight design, combined with the body lines were perfect. To each their own, but to me Lexus is the top of the food chain.
Lexus is top notch in terms of reliability… I’ve owned several Lexus and still to this day I think the ownership experience in terms of reliability and the dealerships are top notch. We’ve owned an RX 330, GS 400h and LS 460. With that said, we currently on a Mercedes S class and of course you don’t get the reliability of the LS however, the S class is in another class in terms of ride quality, elegance and technology. Of course you get the prestige with the three pointed star as well, but I never dwelled on that or really care about that. The only thing above an S class would be a Bentley or Rolls. With that said, the LS provides a great value in terms of what you get in a full size luxury sedan. I definitely would consider purchasing another one at some point.
My uncle actually purchased one of the first ones in Fort Lauderdale back in ‘89 and I thought the coolest thing in the world was he could unlock and lock the doors using a button on the key.
The front looks fabulous. The back could need some additional design improvements. If it has some sleek design lines like the Jaguar XJL would be perfect.
LS 400 - 4.0 liter LS 430 - 4.3 liter LS 460 - 4.6 liter LS 500 - 3.5 liter, so what is 500 stand for? I always thought the new LS has 5.0 V8 just like the LC 500 has
Displacement drops and so do sales. people are buying them left and right! LS 2020 3,617 2019 5,528 2018 9,301 2017 4,094 2016 5,514 2015 7,165 2014 8,559 2013 10,727
The question should be. Does the other vehicle manufacturers have what it takes to compete with Toyota/Lexus. And we all know the answer to that. The facts and the proof speaks for itself. Toyota/Lexus through the years has proven itself over and over again has being the most reliable and sought out vehicles to have. Use or new. They are not perfect. But they come the closest to perfection than any other vehicle manufacturers.
@@sheilashineleofany822 yeah that’s true. But I think Lexus could do more. Perhaps increase the interior space and use Toyota’s infotainment that’s way easier to use than the Lexus variant
the only reasons i'm not getting a Lexus is because of their frustrating and crapy infotainment system and most of their engines are sluggish apart from the turbocharged 3.5 in the LS, i bet a lot more people would buy the Lexus if they implemented the BMW infotainment system just like they did in the Toyota Supra
The headlights are a little too swept back, and a slightly longer trunk lid or built in spoiler would’ve made this design work a little better, still a great looking car but it’s departs too far in some areas from LS’s of the past....oh and unless they are going full tesla model s competitor it needs a ttv8 ASAP c’mon Lexus
I think it’s because the only selling point for the LS is the reliability but if you can afford nearly 100k for a car you’re probably getting a new car every 3-4 years. For some reason Lexus just can’t stay competitive with technology and power trains
@@TheStimie true but admittedly the latest Camry is pretty nice. Also a fancy Camry would be the Lexus ES even though it’s an avalon based vehicle, the Avalon is literally a nicer bigger Camry
Lexus products are behind in the flashy department, but they are extremely reliable. Having driven some tech-fest Germans, you hardly use most of their pointless technology. Lexus makes sure their cars are reliable and high-quality first before worrying about the tech. This results in cars that are cheaper and more reliable at the cost of all the new tech and a little on the driving experience. And to be honest, the LS is a work of art compared to the current gen A8, S class and 7 Series. The only executive sedans the Germans make that I think can compete with this in terms of overall desirability are the W222 S-class and the Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo. Everything else is boring.
A vehicle in this class and price range must include ambient lighting in it's cabin, Mercedes S-class and BMW come to mind. C'mon Lexus, you can do better.
I'm under 30....and sure it looks decent (compared to a 1990s Lexus) but it does not look anywhere near as cool as a Mercedes and BMW. Too bad Germans seem to be not as reliable as the Japanese (cars)....
Compete with German what? No MB, BMW or Audi will last longer than 7 years without requiring major money expenditure. After 10 years, they're trash. How many MB S class or BMW 7 series that are 15 or 20 years old do you see in the road? Few. Almost none. Now, how many old LSs are out there so running? Tons.
Before I even attempt to watch this I’m predicting it will be a, bash Lexus fest! The old saying goes “ you know you’re on top when everybody starts talking trash in an attempt to knock you off the top of the ladder”
So those under 30 love the styling? Not really a big bragging point, since that demographic probably couldn't afford/ aren't in the market for a new one. This styling makes it look like Lexus is trying too hard to be noticed. While it may work on some of their sportier cars, it really looks out of place and even a bit obscene in this segment.
Are you a potential buyer for the car? I'm 41 and I bought one in December. I've gotten a lot of compliments. It's a very good car. And that's coming from someone who owned a 2004 LS430 and 2011 LS460.
