Lexus Australia has increased the pricing of its LS luxury limo for 2021, but also added a few minor tweaks to keep it fresh against competition like the upcoming Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Now priced at $195,953 before on-road costs for the F Sport grades of the LS500 and LS500h, Lexus’ latest large sedan is $1817 and $1565 more expensive than last reported.
The top-spec Sports Luxury variants however, are now just slightly more expensive at $201,078 for the LS500 (+$1442) and LS500h (+$1190).
As before, the LS500 is powered by a 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V6, outputting 310kW and paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, while the LS500h is underpinned by a 3.5-litre petrol-electric hybrid with 264kW on tap and a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
Improvements to the LS500 for 2021 include reduced engine noise and less weight and a reworked suspension set-up for improved comfort.
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The 2021 LS500h meanwhile, scores extra assistance from its battery system for smoother acceleration and quieter operation.
As previously detailed, the facelifted Lexus LS scores adaptive LED headlights, a redesigned front bumper and piano-black inserts for the tail-lights, but Australian-spec cars will miss out on the front fender vents used for some autonomous driving functions as seen on Japanese cars.
Inside, the LS is fitted with a dashboard-integrated 12.3-inch multimedia touchscreen that outputs to a 23-speaker Mark Levinson sound system, and also features digital radio, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity and satellite navigation.
A digital rearview mirror is now also included, while the Safety System+ suite scores intersection turning assist – both technologies being a first for Lexus.
Safety wise, the LS comes standard with autonomous emergency braking (AEB), adaptive cruise control, park assist, lane-keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, surround-view monitor and blind-spot monitoring.
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Standard equipment includes a tilt and slide moonroof, powered boot, soft-close doors, automatic wipers, illuminated door handles, colour head-up displays, keyless entry, push-button start, and heated and cooled front seats.
Differentiating the F Sport and Sports Luxury grades however, are a number of unique appointments, with the former skewing towards dynamic performance and the latter pushing for comfort.
As such, the F Sport is fitted with dark metallic exterior accents, dynamic rear steering, a variable steering ratio, LFA-style digital instrumentation and extra bolstering on the front seats.
The Sports Luxury meanwhile, scores quad-zone climate control, semi-Aniline leather accented interior, dual 11.6-inch rear seat entertainment screens and power-operated rear seats with massage functionality.
2021 Lexus LS pricing before on-road costs
Variant | Transmission | Cost |
LS500 F Sport | Automatic | $195,953 (+$1817) |
LS500h F Sport | Automatic | $195,953 (+$1565) |
LS500 Sports Luxury | Automatic | $201,078 (+$1442) |
LS500h Sports Luxury | Automatic | $201,078 (+$1190) |
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