About the Lexus LS600H
 Base MSRP: $104,000 Premium Package $4,000 [3] Advanced Parking Guidance System [4] Lexus Link® [5] [6] Power rear seats with memory and power headrests Climate-comfort rear seats with heat/cool knob Rear-seat side airbags (SRS) [7] Premium Package II $7,570 [3] Advanced Parking Guidance System [4] Lexus Link® [5] [6] Four-zone automatic climate control with interior air filter, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode Rear-seat Air Purifier Power rear seats with memory and power headrests Climate-comfort rear seats with heat/cool knob Lexus Rear-Seat Entertainment System (RSES) with power nine-inch screen and wireless headphones [8] Rear-seat audio controls Rear-seat cool box Power rear-door sunshades Rear-seat side airbags (SRS) [7] Executive-Class Seating Package II (special order only) $12,570 [3] Advanced Parking Guidance System [4] Lexus Link® [5] [6] Four-person seating with rear fixed console Four-zone automatic climate control with rear-seat infrared temperature sensor, interior air filter, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode Rear-seat Air Purifier Power rear seats with memory and power headrests Climate-comfort rear seats with heat/cool knob Right-rear power recliner with multifunction massager and legrest [9] Concealed rear-seat wood-trimmed table Lexus Rear-Seat Entertainment System (RSES) with power nine-inch screen, rear DVD player and wireless headphones [8] Rear-seat audio controls Rear-seat cool box Power rear-door sunshades Rear-seat side airbags (SRS) [7] 18 x 7.5-inch nine-spoke alloy wheels with 235/50VR18 all-season tires [10] [11] Options and Accessories Active Power Stabilizer Suspension System with 245/45YR19 summer tires [10] [11] $3,000 [3] Pre-Collision System (PCS) [12] and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control [13] $2,850 [3] 18-in Teleios alloy wheels $2,375 [3] Premium carpet floor mats $265 [3] All-weather floor mats $99 [3] Trunk mat $89 [3] Wheel locks $79 [3] Rear bumper applique $69 [3] Cargo net $59 [3] Car cover * Leather care kit * Touch-up paint * Window sticker - Lexus Hybrid Drive * Wireless headphones [8] * Specifications (Text format) [Noted Features] Alloy Wheels The standard 19-inch, aluminum-alloy wheels [1] [2] on the LS 600h L feature an exclusive seven-spoke design. With their Liquid-Graphite finish, they make a bold statement while complementing the sleek exterior of the LS 600h L. In addition, these larger wheels are fitted with low-profile tires for better handling. An 18-inch seven-spoke Teleios alloy wheel [1] [2] is also available [3]. Or you may opt for the available 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels [1] [2] with a sporty nine-spoke design [3].    [1] 18-in or 19-in tires are expected to experience greater tire wear than conventional tires. Tire life may be substantially less than 15,000 miles, depending on driving conditions. Please see your Lexus dealer for details and other information relating to tire selection. [2] Do not change the OEM wheel size (18-in for Executive-Class Seating Package II, 19-in for all others.) Using other than the OEM wheel size could cause damage to the vehicle. If you replace the wheels, be sure they are the same size as the original wheels. [3] Available only with the Executive-Class Seating Package II. Automated Access Simply place the door in a closed position and the power door closer will latch it securely. Additionally, the trunk lid can be automatically raised and lowered by pressing either the button located near the steering wheel or the one on the key fob. A button for raising the trunk lid is also concealed on the rear license plate holder, and one for lowering it can be found on the bottom edge of the trunk lid itself. Advanced Parking Guidance System The available Advanced Parking Guidance System is designed to help the driver parallel park the LS 600h L or back it into a space. Simply align the vehicle frame on the navigation screen, select a button, place the vehicle in reverse, remove your hands from the steering wheel and regulate the vehicle's speed by using the brake to ease into the parking spot.   At the touch of a button, the available Advanced Parking Guidance System has the ability to parallel park the LS Hybrid or back into a parking space (not shown) with just a little brake work by the driver. First, position the LS Hybrid parallel and in front of the parking space, then use the navigation screen to select the parallel park icon. The Advanced Parking Guidance System requires driver brake control. Always look around outside the vehicle and use mirrors to confirm clearance. Demonstration Dynamic Radar Cruise Control To help maintain a pre-set following distance, the available Dynamic Radar Cruise Control [1] sensor uses radar technology. Should the LS 600h L get too close to the vehicle ahead, the throttle is automatically reduced and the brakes are applied. As soon as the road ahead clears, the LS 600h L returns to its pre-set speed.  A cruise-control system that can automatically adjust vehicle speed in order to help maintain a pre-set distance between your vehicle and the vehicle traveling in front. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control uses millimeter-wave radar to help maintain this distance. Designed to assist the driver and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving practices. Please see your Owner's Manual for important cautions and instructions. Demonstration Exterior Lighting The LS 600h L is the world's first vehicle to be equipped with Light-Emitting Diode (LED) headlamps for low-beam use. Not only are these headlamps more efficient, they last longer than conventional bulbs. Each headlamp is fitted with five LED lights, which have a subtle blue tint, giving this LS a more modern appearance. When driving through curves, the Dual-swivel Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) allows the headlamps to turn and illuminate the road. If turning speed exceeds 19 mph, both headlamps will swivel. At lower speeds, a single headlamp rotates up to 10 degrees for right turns, and 20 degrees when turning left. LEDs can also be found in the taillamps and center stoplight. One notable benefit of this: Since LED bulbs tend to illuminate faster than conventional bulbs, drivers behind you may have more time to react after you've stepped on the brake pedal. In addition, the outside mirrors feature puddle lamps to light your way. LED Headlamps Light-emitting diode (LED) headlamps illuminate faster, last longer and use less energy than conventional halogen or High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps. Dual-swivel Adaptive Front Lighting System With the Dual-swivel Adaptive Front Lighting System either both or individual headlamps, depending on vehicle speed, rotate to help illuminate curves in the road. Exterior Styling The LS 600h L features unique exterior styling, most notably, the Lexus logo on the front grille, rear decklid and Hybrid badge on the lower door that features an exclusive new design. In addition, you'll find an LS 600h L badge on the rear of the vehicle. Of course, the LS 600h L also boasts a stunning exterior as well as extraordinary attention to detail, such as the subtle blue tint of the headlamps and taillamps, which gives the vehicle a more sophisticated look. Even the moldings framing the side windows are hand-polished before being chrome-plated. Electrochromic Outside Mirrors The outside mirrors of the LS 600h L have built-in sensors that can detect excessive light. When light levels get too high, the electrochromic technology automatically dims the mirrors' reflectivity to help reduce glare. These mirrors are also heated to dissipate condensation, and tilt down when the LS 600h L is placed in reverse, for enhanced viewing during parking. Sensors in the rearview mirror detect glare, which is then reduced automatically by adjusting the mirror's reflectivity.  Intuitive Parking Assist Six ultrasonic sensors on the front and four on the rear of the vehicle help Intuitive Parking Assist detect the distance between the LS 600h L and surrounding objects. When another vehicle or object is in close proximity, the system alerts the driver. Distance is indicated on the navigation screen, accompanied by audible beeps. As the vehicle gets closer to the object, the beeping becomes more frequent, and the distance markers on the display slowly disappear.  Wet-Sanded Paint Finish  Bluetooth® Technology Once a Bluetooth® [1]-compatible cell phone makes a connection with the LS 600h L, the user can converse hands-free through the vehicle's speaker system. In addition, the Bluetooth® [1] system makes it possible to call a restaurant or any other point of interest that appears on the voice-activated HDD Navigation System [2]. To dial, simply speak the name of a location or person in your address book or just say the phone number you'd like to call. The system even registers the numbers you call in the address book for later reference. More about handsets and service plans.  [1] The Bluetooth® technology phones listed on lexus.com have been tested for compatibility with Lexus vehicles. Performance will vary based on phone software version, coverage and your wireless carrier. Phones are warranted by their manufacturer, not Lexus. [2] The voice-activated HDD Navigation System is designed to assist in locating an address or point of interest. XM NavTraffic® requires a monthly service fee and is designed to provide real-time traffic or alternative routes of travel. Discrepancies may be encountered between the system and your actual location. Road system changes may affect the accuracy of the information provided. Rely on your common sense to decide whether to follow a specified route. Detailed coverage not available in every city or roadway. Periodic Navigation updates available at an additional cost. Please see your Navigation System Owner's Manual for further details. More about Bluetooth PDF. Using Bluetooth® technology [1], your compatible mobile phone can communicate wirelessly with your vehicle's navigation or audio systems, depending on which corresponds to your Lexus. For feature availability, see individual model sections. Learn about Bluetooth®'s benefits by clicking on any of the links below. Bluetooth FAQs Text Climate & Comfort The available rear climate-comfort seats mean the passengers can stay comfortable no matter what the conditions are outside. These seats feature several levels of radiant heat for cold weather and can switch to air-conditioned ventilation for warmer days. A heated steering wheel warms your hands, while the available thermostat-controlled rear-seat heaters help to keep your passengers content. Another feature, the four-zone automatic climate control with smog sensor and automatic recirculation, allows individual temperature settings for all passengers. An infrared sensor constantly monitors the rear-seat passengers' body surface temperatures to maintain the desired settings. If not, diffusers overhead can automatically cool or heat the rear zones as required. This system also includes an Air Purifier, which uses ultraviolet light to help keep the cabin free of dust, pollen and odors. Four-zone climate control incorporates the features of front dual-zone climate control and adds two additional rear zones. The rear system allows the right and left rear passengers to select their preferred cabin temperatures. Also available with the four-zone climate control in the LS and LS Hybrid is a rear-seat infrared sensor that measures the rear-seat occupants' body-surface temperature. Please see Body Temperature-Sensing Climate Control. Smog sensor and automatic recirculation automatically switches the ventilation system to recirculate whenever a high level of outside pollutants is detected in the cabin. The system will revert back to fresh-air intake once detectable levels of dust, pollen, smoke and carbon dioxide have been reduced. Communications  At the touch of a button, the available Lexus Link® [1] Call Center is at your service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If an airbag inflates in your Lexus, the system automatically sends an emergency alert to the Call Center. The Lexus Link Advisor can dispatch emergency personnel, Roadside Assistance or support if your vehicle is lost or stolen. For added convenience, the service can also be upgraded to have your Lexus Link Advisor provide driving directions and points of interest. To learn more about Lexus Link, click here. Lexus Personalized Settings [2] (LPS) can customize your LS 600h L to suit your preferences. From changing the sensitivity of your automatic headlamps to reprogramming your keyless remote, your Lexus dealer can tailor your LS 600h L to your needs. For added convenience, HomeLink® is a universal transceiver operated by three buttons located in the front console. They can be programmed to activate almost anything that uses a remote, from garage doors to electronic gates, even the living room lights. Lexus Link [1] is an onboard 24-hour security and information service. A Lexus Link Advisor is accessible at the touch of a button to dispatch emergency personnel, roadside assistance or to provide support if your vehicle is lost or stolen. Plus, if an airbag deploys in your Lexus, your vehicle automatically sends an emergency alert to the Call Center. You can also upgrade the service to have your Advisor provide driving directions or even concierge services. Overview Owners of vehicles equipped with Lexus Link [1], a factory-installed option, can look forward to assistance at the touch of a button. This latest Lexus Link system utilizes a dedicated cellular phone, Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) technology and 24-hour live support to provide you with the fastest and most accurate service. Choose From Two Plan Levels While safety and security are the main purpose of the Lexus Link system, the technology has many other benefits. Owners can enhance their service with things like Driving Directions, Information Assistance or Personal Calling. First Generation Lexis Link Service Packages and TermsYou can equip your Lexus vehicle [1] with the Lexus Link system for $900 MSRP [6]. Your initial purchase includes a one-year Safety Plan subscription. The cost of other plans is listed in the chart below.
[1] Lexus Link® is a factory-installed option and is available for LS 600h L and LX 570 (2008 model year and later), LS 460, GS 430/350, GS 450h (2007 model year and later) and LX 470 and GX 470 (2006 model year and later). [2] This system is only operational in GPS (Global Positioning System) and cellular coverage areas. Services may not be available in an area where the GPS and/or cellular phone signals cannot be received. Operating the Lexus Link® System during the use of Bluetooth® phone call will terminate the Bluetooth® phone call. [3] You'll need your PIN to access some of the Lexus Link® services. If, for example, you're locked out of your vehicle or it has been stolen, an Advisor will ask for your PIN in order to provide assistance. Lexus Link is powered by your vehicle's battery. In order to preserve the battery for starting the vehicle, Lexus Link cannot perform door unlocks, alerts or vehicle theft location after the vehicle has been off continuously for 48 hours. Ability to locate stolen vehicles and lock/unlock doors and activate horn/lights will vary with conditions. Lexus Link is unable to remotely lock doors when the vehicle's key is in the ignition and is unable to remotely unlock doors when the vehicle's ignition is in the "ON" position. [4] An active Lexus Link® subscription (including a signed Lexus Link Service Subscription Agreement) is required in order to receive Lexus Link services. Lexus Link services require vehicle electrical system and wireless service to be available and operating for features to function properly. Lexus Link uses existing emergency service providers as well as wireless and satellite technologies. A one-year subscription to the Safety Plan is included with the purchase of a new vehicle. Other plans are available at an additional cost. [5] Personal Calling and Advanced Services require an enabled vehicle, existing Lexus Link® service contract and prepaid calling minutes. Personal Calling and Advanced Services not available in some markets. Calls may be made to the U.S. and Canada only. The Lexus Link voice-recognition system may not work with some voices. Traffic service available in most major markets. Any unused time from the first year of service included in the price of a Lexus Link-equipped vehicle is not transferable. When you sell your current vehicle, you may transfer any remaining customer-paid months to your new equipped vehicle. Please see your dealer or call 800-25-LEXUS for complete terms and conditions. [6] Prices for options/accessories/packages are Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) as of posting date. Actual dealer prices may vary. Installation fee not included. Lexus strives to build vehicles to match customer interest and thus they are typically built with popular options and option packages. Not all options/accessories/packages are available separately and some may not be available in all regions of the country. If you would prefer a vehicle with no or different options, contact your dealer to check for current availability or the possibility of placing a special order. Not all available accessories are shown. Executive-Class Seating The available Executive-Class Seating comes with a select group of luxurious amenities. A Lexus DVD Rear-Seat Entertainment System (RSES) includes a DVD player with remote control, wireless headphones [1] and an integrated power nine-inch LCD screen that descends automatically from the ceiling. The rear seats are power-adjustable and feature heating/cooling settings. The right rear-seat can also recline and includes a built-in legrest [2] [3] and a massager for even more indulgence. A beautifully designed wood-trimmed table swivels into place between the rear seats. Additionally, the cabin's climate is maintained by an infrared temperature sensor which assesses each rear-seat passenger's body temperature, then adjusts the climate-control air conditioning. A DVD player that features an LCD screen which drops down from the roof just behind the front seats and includes two wireless headphones [1] and a remote control. Other amenities include available power-operated rear-door sunshades that shield rear passengers from the sun and cool the entire cabin, and an available cool box which keeps beverages cold. DEMO [1] Headphones are for passenger use only. Do not use while operating vehicle. [2] Legrest may not fully recline based on height of rear-seat passenger. [3] If legrest is in use, seating capacity could be reduced from four to three passengers. Energy Monitor   The energy monitor in the LS 600h L allows the driver to observe the way the hybrid system operates. All the major components are represented, from the gasoline engine and electric-drive motor to the batteries and wheels. As the vehicle accelerates, brakes or coasts, animated arrows on the screen show which way the power is being supplied, letting the driver see just how efficiently the vehicle is running. DEMO Gauges   The moment the engine of the LS 600h L is engaged, the electroluminescent gauges come to life, with their glowing white needles sweeping around to come to a rest at their starting positions. To the left of the tachometer, you'll find a power meter displaying total engine and motor output for the vehicle. And at the center, a color TFT multi-information display provides a visual representation of how the gasoline engine and electric motor are currently being used. The display also includes separate odometer and trip meters, outside temperature, remaining fuel in tank and fuel consumption information. Rather than relying on ambient light during the daytime, this backlighting technology uses electroluminescent gauge panels to provide a sharp, luminous display regardless of lighting conditions. An LED readout on the instrument panel that can communicate a wide range of messages. It shows data from the drive computer, such as average vehicle speed, fuel consumption and cruising range. It can also flash many warning messages, such as low oil pressure, excessive brake wear or an unlatched door. Luxurious Appointments The LS 600h L interior includes such features as a buffed leather-trimmed steering wheel and Yamaha-crafted wood trim on the dashboard, door panels, steering wheel and passenger-assist grips. In addition, the rear-seat area can be fitted with an available cool box. Accessible to rear passengers, the cool box is a convenient place to store beverages while keeping them nicely chilled. The power rear sunshade raises at the touch of a button and automatically lowers when the car is placed in reverse. Side sunshades are also available, which help keep the cabin cool on sunnier days and can be raised or lowered with the touch of a button. Interior LED lights illuminate the cabin as soon as the doors are unlocked, remaining lit for 15 seconds or until the door is opened. The cabin's ceiling also features a plush headliner made from Alcantara®, a synthetic material that has the look and feel of suede, but is much more durable and easier to care for. Luxury Seating The power-adjustable, 16-way driver's seat in the LS 600h L features lumbar support for both the upper and lower back. The front passenger has a 12-way power-adjustable seat, including lumbar support. Available rear power seats allow passengers to recline and adjust their headrest height for maximum comfort. The seating and armrests of the LS 600h L are trimmed with superior quality semi-aniline leather. This extremely soft leather is dyed all the way through, unlike the conventional surface dyeing process. In addition, a higher grade of leather is used, since imperfections cannot be hidden. The Lexus Memory System will save settings for two different drivers and front-seat passengers. The positioning of both the driver's and front passenger's side exterior mirrors are also retained. Mark Levinson® Surround Sound The Mark Levinson® Reference Surround Sound Audio System [1] features 19 custom-made speakers many with metal cones for superior sound quality strategically placed throughout the cabin. Powered by a 15-channel, 450-watt amplifier rated at less than 0.1% THD, 20-20,000 Hz [2], the system includes 7.1-channel speaker architecture, ensuring an ideal experience for even the most discerning listener. In addition to playing a wide range of formats, the system decodes MP3 and Windows Media® Audio (WMA) files. The built-in Hard Disc Drive has a 2,000-song capacity, meaning once your CDs are downloaded, you can sort and listen to your favorite songs without requiring the original discs. Another standard feature, an MP3/WMA port, can be found just inside the center armrest. This auxiliary jack can accept a standard stereo miniplug used by many portable audio devices, including MP3 or WMA players. Just plug in to enjoy your favorite music through the remarkable LS 600h L audio system. [1] Continuous average power, all channels driven, at less than 0.1% THD; 20-20,000 Hz. [2] Mark Levinson is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. Navigation System The voice-activated Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Navigation System [1] is designed to direct you to your destination with ease, whether you have an entire address or just a business phone number. It features real-time traffic updates and can immediately suggest new routes when traffic congestion is detected. While the system understands over 100 spoken English commands, the navigation screen can easily be prompted to display instructions in either French or Spanish. The higher-resolution screen means sharper graphics and clearer text for effortless reading. And with Bluetooth® technology [2], the system can also interact with compatible cell phones. The navigation screen works in conjunction with the backup camera [3], which allows the driver to view objects in the path of the LS 600h L when the vehicle is placed in reverse. This HDD Navigation System also comes equipped with XM® NavTraffic® [4] [5] which provides real-time traffic information, including traffic speed, road closure, construction and accident data. This system can also offer the driver a voice-delivered traffic update on a specific highway or route. Thanks to this Navigation System, the driver can plan an alternate route in advance to help avoid any traffic congestion. [1] The voice-activated HDD Navigation System is designed to assist in locating an address or point of interest. XM NavTraffic® requires a monthly service fee and is designed to provide real-time traffic or alternative routes of travel. Discrepancies may be encountered between the system and your actual location. Road system changes may affect the accuracy of the information provided. Rely on your common sense to decide whether to follow a specified route. Detailed coverage not available in every city or roadway. Periodic Navigation updates available at an additional cost. Please see your Navigation System Owner's Manual for further details. [2] The Bluetooth® technology phones listed on lexus.com have been tested for compatibility with Lexus vehicles. Performance will vary based on phone software version, coverage and your wireless carrier. Phones are warranted by their manufacturer, not Lexus. [3] The backup camera does not provide a comprehensive view of the rear area of the vehicle. You should also look around outside your vehicle and use your mirrors to confirm rearward clearance. Cold weather will limit effectiveness and view may become cloudy. The LS Hybrid features XM® NavTraffic® [1] [2], which provides real-time traffic data capability by collecting information from various sources. Traffic speed, road closure, construction and accident data are processed and beamed by satellite to the XM NavTraffic service, which is complimentary for the first three months. Voice-delivered traffic updates are also available. [1] XM® Satellite Radio and XM NavTraffic® subscriptions sold separately. XM NavTraffic only available in select markets. Visit www.xmradio.com for details. [2] XM NavTraffic® includes a 90-day trial subscription. The backup camera [1] automatically allows you to view objects in the vehicle's path when the vehicle is placed in reverse. A tiny camera lens, located above the rear license plate, transmits a wide-angle color image to the screen on the Lexus voice-activated HDD Navigation System [2]. It activates as soon as the LS Hybrid is placed in reverse. The crisp camera image can help capture objects that a mirror could miss or obstacles not visible through the rear window. [1] The backup camera, available only with the Navigation System, does not provide a comprehensive view of the rear area of the vehicle. You should also look around outside your vehicle and use your mirrors to confirm rearward clearance. Cold weather will limit effectiveness and view may become cloudy. [2] The Navigation System is designed to assist in locating an address or point of interest. XM NavTraffic requires a monthly service fee and is designed to provide real-time traffic or alternative routes of travel. Discrepancies may be encountered between the system and your actual location. Road system changes may affect the accuracy of the information provided. Rely on your common sense to decide whether to follow a specified route. Detailed coverage not available in every city or roadway. Periodic navigation updates available at an additional cost. Please see your Navigation System Owner's Manual for further details. The LS Hybrid features XM® NavTraffic® [1] [2], which provides real-time traffic data capability by collecting information from various sources. Traffic speed, road closure, construction and accident data are processed and beamed by satellite to the XM NavTraffic service, which is complimentary for the first three months. Voice-delivered traffic updates are also available. [1] XM® Satellite Radio and XM NavTraffic® subscriptions sold separately. XM NavTraffic only available in select markets. Visit www.xmradio.com for details. [2] XM NavTraffic® includes a 90-day trial subscription. Related Links Additional XM Information HDD Navigation System Backup Camera XM® NavTraffic® Power Moonroof  Featuring simple, one-touch operation, the power tilt-and-slide moonroof can be opened or closed with ease. It also includes a sliding sunshade, which helps prevent glare, and an air deflector which pops up when the moonroof is open to help enhance aerodynamics. Satellite Radio Satellite Radio [1] offers a tremendous variety of virtually commercial-free programming across the country. With the XM® Satellite Radio service, you can control all the features through an integrated audio head unit.  XM Satellite Radio offers diverse programming through a nationwide network of over 170 digital channels, including music, news, sports, lifestyle, weather and XM® NavTraffic® [2] [3], which is real-time traffic information provided by XM Satellite Radio. To find out more about XM Satellite Radio, please visit www.lexus.com/xmradio. [1] Functioning XM® Satellite Radio requires a compatible receiver and monthly service fee. Please see your Lexus dealer for further details. Reception of the satellite signal may vary depending on location. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscriptions subject to the terms and conditions available at www.xmradio.com. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States. [2] XM® Satellite Radio and XM NavTraffic® subscriptions sold separately. XM NavTraffic only available in select markets. Visit www.xmradio.com for details. [3] XM NavTraffic® includes a 90-day trial subscription. PDF Documents Bluetooth GPS Overview Hybrid Economy Purchasing Experience Specs & Pricing Overview Lexus Link User Guide Quick Guide TTY Access Links Owner Resources My Lexus My Own Pursuit Lexus Magazine Driving Tours by Michelin You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view Knowledge Center documents. http://lexus.letstalk.com Signup for Hybrid News Build Your Own Lexus En Espanol * See dealer for accessory price This is a performance hybrid version of its new flagship sedan‚ at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. Scheduled to arrive in Spring 2007, it will be the world's first vehicle of any class or category to feature a full hybrid V8 powertrain. The LS 600h will combine an all-new five-litre V8 gas engine with combined massive, high-output electric motors and a newly designed large-capacity battery pack. It will deliver a peak, combined output of more than 430 horsepower. As a SULEV-rated (Super Low Emissions) vehicle, LS600h is estimated to produce just 20 per cent of the smog-forming emissions of a conventional five-litre V8. Power is delivered to the wheels via a 2-stange ECVT transmission. It also has the first LED front headlights of any production vehicle. To distribute this immense power, a new full-time all-wheel-drive system is utilized for superior handling control. The LS 600h L also employs a newly developed dual-stage electronically controlled, continuously variable transmission. This combination results in impressive power and seamless acceleration. The LS hybrid is expected to carry a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) rating. A SULEV rating means the LS 600h L has nearly 70-percent cleaner emissions than the "cleanest" of its competitors. "It is fair to say that there is nothing on the road, or on the drawing board, that comes close to delivering such a formerly contradictory combination of jaw-dropping engine performance, fuel efficiency and clean emissions," Carter said. Owing to the inherent noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) improvements offered by its hybrid powertrain, the LS 600h L is designed to set a new standard for silent running in the prestige-luxury sedan class. The depth and density of cabin quietness in the LS 600h L required extensive re-engineering of accessory motors and switches. With "quiet-ride" ranking as one of the top five reasons for purchase of prestige-luxury vehicles, especially among current LS owners, the LS 600h L is well-situated in its class and poised to please the exacting luxury-car buyer. Its NVH levels are about half that found in conventional cars, making the hybrid LS one of the quietest automobiles ever built, if not the quietest. Coinciding with the launch of the hybrid model is a newly developed, Advanced Pre-Collision System (APCS) that is like nothing ever before offered by Lexus. One element of APCS is a new system designed to help detect pedestrians in the vehicle's path. Two small cameras mounted at the front of the car, in conjunction with millimeter-wave radar, are sensitive enough to detect not just large metal obstructions such as cars but also smaller nonmetallic objects, such as humans. A third camera, mounted on the steering column, monitors the orientation of the driver's face. If the camera sees that the driver is not looking directly ahead for a few seconds or more, and if an obstacle is detected ahead, then it alerts the driver first with a warning chime and a flashing light. As the car gets closer to the obstacle, the system can begin to gently apply the brakes on its own. To assist the driver in maneuvering around the obstacle, the system reprograms the steering ratio, amplifying the intensity and quickness of the steering response.While all of this is happening, the system automatically cinches up the passenger restraints and prepares the brake system to respond with full force when activated by the driver in anticipation of a possible impact. Comments LED headlights, huh - I sure wouldn't mind a pair! Comment by Mike, posted on April 12 at 10:45 am AWD cool!Comment by Casey, posted on April 12 at 11:38 am Wow!I think I know what Prime Minister Koizumi's new car will be! Comment by Heydn, posted on April 12 at 11:41 am Ok ¦ not usually a fan of Lexus but the specs on this car are very impressive. Kudos to Lexus for developing a powerful and clean car. Styling? Lexus fans will enjoy, I'm sure…. *yawn* from me. They're starting to look WAY too similar to the Toyotas' I don't like it when car companies that are owned by one another start sharing their design cues. Ruins it for me. As for the LED's, again, it sounds nice. My only major problem is the rear. When you look at it, especially from the side or 3/4 angle. I'm sure I'm not the only one who automatically thinks *7 SERIES*!!!!!!!!!Comment by Omar, posted on April 12 at 12:16 pm I don't know about the 3/4 angle, but every time I see a picture of it from the side, i think I'm about to read an article about the 7-series until I see the text.Oh well, the LS' styling has always been derivative - for the last 20 years, of the S-Class. Now, I guess they've decided to stage a mini-revolution by aping the 7-series. At least their benchmarks are high, and no one buys this car for the styling - they buy it for the reliability and the pampering. Comment by Rohit, posted on April 12 at 12:24 pm Gorgeous. What's the fuel economy?Comment by Joel A, posted on April 12 at 1:01 pm k7i6rukykujdkhfi.lkytdkydkysdsysgjsComment by vjekbvkhdbvkdbvkjbdsvkj, posted on April12 at 1:04 pm Very nice. Always been a fan of Lexus. As always, the interior is beautyful.Comment by turtle, posted on April 12 at 1:52 pm How can you not appreciate all that this car has to offer? I'd take this over the new Merc S-Class or BMW 7-Series anyday!Comment by Will, posted on April 12 at 3:49 pm I especially like this LS, it gives the look it really needed. It's long, sleek, luxurios, kind of like the earlier days of luxury cars, the 1990 S-class, and 96ish 7 series-L. Now, they all look bloated and doesn't appeal as much design-wise. (even the lastes LS looks a bit bloated).Comment by Sean, posted on April 12 at 5:35 pm damn it, i only have so many pennies to save up….Comment by gsh, posted on April 12 at 6:26 pm Lemme see…. Should I pay 80,000 dollars for a car so that it can help me save gas?If you're rich enough to pay that much for a car, I don't think saving gas is something you should worry about, instead, worry about which country club you should be a member of.. … but i have to admit, the syling is way better and appealing to a younger age group Comment by UrAPanzie, posted on April 14 at 8:13 pm Geez they put in a electric motor that gives more economy & say it's a hybrid.Lexus needs a AMG/M style division.Comment by Saud, posted on April 15 at 9:41 am I applaud the decision to go hybrid. First off hybrids are very quite. Lexus is all about that. Its all about understated luxury and doing everything without popm and splendour. Who cares about Mercedes? They break down and they have electrical faults like no one else! Lexus is being responsible. You dont need uber powerful engines; well I mean this is a 430 hp machine after all so there is plenty of power. What more do you guys want? Screw AMG.Comment by Surya, posted on April 15 at 1:22 pm This car has a look of its own. I see some features from the unreliable 7. But the side, front and inside has a look of its own. One of the most reliable and safe cars on the market. I have the 430 and I am sold oh readyComment by Dan Carey, posted on April 16 at 9:12 am After reading all the specs on this spectacular car I am ready to trade in my '98 7 Series and get the LS 600h L. The gas milage of an AWD 6 cylinder and yet the horse power of a V12? WOW!!! 430 hp and probably somewhere north of 28 miles per gallon. Finally Lexus has gotten it right with this car and it looks pretty sleek too. Not crazy about the back end but overall it's looks like a winner to me. Better get your name on the waiting list now.Comment by Russell, posted on April 16 at 12:23 pm I read somewhere that 430 hp is not the final figure and in fact it was closer to 500 if that is the case WOW! Even if that is not true, it doesnt matter to me because I am in love with this car!Comment by Surya, posted on April 16 at 5:40 pm This car is too wonderful for words. Interiors are now the best in the world. Love the body however would prefer it if it looked more like the IS250/350 front end.I do hope Lexus doesnt get carried away with its prices and turn into Maybach? So people would have no chance to buy them.I know the quality is the best in the world however and I'm saving now!Comment by James, posted on April 19 at 2:01 am I havent been a fan of Lexus since 2003/2004 since my father got my mom the GX.This is one sweet car I have to say. Too bad they didnt add the massaging features too all the seats in the car. Bentley Continental GT has the massaging feature for the driving and front passenger. BMW, Mercedes, Jaguar and Audi supposably have it for all the passengers. One thing the interior reminds me of a Maybach. I have a feeling with all these features the LS600h L. Will be priced around $100k-$110k region. I saw some people post $90k on other websites. One thing I really do enjoy from this car is the 19-speaker Mark Levinson sound system, its too die for. 450-watts *drools* One competition it has is the Audi A8 (2007-model) with the 1kW Bang & Olufsen soundsystem. One thing I wouldnt mind driving around in the regular LS460. If it still comes standard with the 19-speakers and similar features or as options i wouldnt mind at all. I am guessting this model with the right side rear passenger with the massager and recliner is meant for executives who dont want to spend a fortune on a Maybach or can not stand BMW or Mercedes anymore. Comment by Jesse Payette Steinberg, posted on April22 at 10:17 am This is the car I have been waiting for. We already own a 2006 SC430 and I will be putting my order in for this one. How can you not say WOW to all the advanced features of this vehicle. It is only sad that the Lexus dealers have not received information on the fantastic vehicle. A powerful hybrid with fuel effeciency and 4 wheel drive. It seems it can't get any better.Comment by Dennis G. Bailey, posted on April 24 at 8:05 pm COME TO MAMA!!!!! But I still have'nt read what the miles per gallon would be. But I still say COME TO MAMA!!!!Comment by Perstephanie Felton, posted on May 18 at 5:27 pm pszyrkgdy gvdoucb rdqvqoihmyComment by zjdyszlos, posted on May 21 at 5:47 pm iiijluysols vltokbfdfa jbejmasglmComment by uippldwphea, posted on May 31 at 5:04 pm LED for headlight?how can that be?? Comment by prima, posted on May 31 at 11:57 pm LED for headlight?how can that possibly be?? Comment by prima, posted on June 1 at 12:02 am these pictures are just photoshopped pictures of the LS460. You can clearly see this in the image of the back of the car.Comment by timmy, posted on June 12 at 12:24 pm this is wicked sickComment by J, posted on June 12 at 2:08 pm i love this carComment by J, posted on June 12 at 2:12 pm testing, if I can post without logging in.Comment by me, posted on June 20 at 12:43 am testComment by me, posted on June 20 at 12:43 am I have been driving lexus for 16 years and they are just awesome. I am on the waiting list and can't wait to drive the new 600. They have finally added some style to there top model. The 430 is looking so old and schlumpyComment by dan, posted on July 13 at 12:12 pm this is the car that will change the game .perfect. i loveit. say goodbye to the throne bmw and benz thers a new killer in town and shes angry very very angry. 745 750 anit shit to the almighty 600h your so sexyComment by nick menezes, posted on September6 at 12:09 am I have had 5 Mercs fos S line then Porsche Cayenne and now Lexus RX 400 h . I love this car, and it works. Whe´n You sit in the car it does not matter how it looks, interior must be fine and the car silent. Its like if you buy oversize tyres, they look nice, but feeling and noise? I had made that mistake many times and then changed bag. I think new Lexus is pretty enough that I can stand it, but the car is splendid. I;m on the waiting list. What the car looks is not a big issue, if you have tens of thousands similar ones on the road. If you buy a Ferrari or Lambo then you can pay attention to that and its always guestion who is looking at. But if the car perfoms and is silent then you can enjoy it. This hybrid even sound like W 8.Comment by Zarkus, posted on March 29 at 3:31 am Innovation and efficiency. I'd expect nothing less from Lexus.Comment by bun_a_gm, posted on April 9 at 11:37 am Oh Yummy!!!!, a $100K version of the Camry.Comment by gbb, posted on April 9 at 12:25 pm feul economy will be bellow 28mpg my grandpa has the current GS450h and it gets about 25-28 with a V6+hybrid motor. A V8+plus hybrid will most likly get a lower economy however it will most likely surpass that of the 7 and S class. this car is 10-15years ahead of its time with the camera that monitors the drivers eyes and cameras that monitor pedestrians and can avoid them on its own. this is the future of the automobileComment by m6-500attouchofabutton, posted on April 9 at 1:01 pm ralph, good question, why does a full hybrid really need a v8, couldnt a 250hp v6 do the same. other than to just add a higher total hp rating it seems like a waste, or gimmic.Comment by CTS DRIVER, posted on April 9 at 5:24 pm After reading motor trends Comments on the 2008 Lexus LS 600h L and I was convinced its a piece of fine machinery.1/4 - 14 sec, for a 5,500 pound car! compared to the audi A8's and bmw 7 series, its a awesome car. Comment by AWDturbo, posted on April 27 at 4:30 pm This car has massive presence. But 7 series is the king.Comment by jammed, posted on September 6 at 10:53 am Story URL: http://www.leftlanenews.com/lexus-debuts-20072007-lexus-ls-600h-l.html[Footnotes] Specifications, features, equipment, technical data, performance figures, options, and color and trim are based upon information available at time of posting, are subject to change without notice, are for mainland U.S.A. vehicles and may differ in the state of Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and in other regions. Some vehicles shown with optional equipment. Optional equipment listed may not be available separately or in all regions. Please see your Lexus dealer for details. Lexus reminds you to wear seatbelts, secure children in rear seat, obey all traffic laws and drive responsibly. For more information, call 800-USA-LEXUS (872-5398). To learn more about your financing options, contact your Lexus dealer or call Lexus Financial Services at 800-874-7050. [1] MSRP does not include delivery, processing and handling fee of $765. Excludes taxes, title, license and optional equipment. Dealer price may vary. [2] "Delivery, processing and handling fee" is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Lexus provides, as well as Lexus' overall pricing structure. Lexus may make a profit on the delivery, processing and handling fee. [3] Prices for options/accessories/packages are Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) as of posting date. Actual dealer prices may vary. Installation fee not included. Lexus strives to build vehicles to match customer interest and thus they are typically built with popular options and option packages. Not all options/accessories/packages are available separately and some may not be available in all regions of the country. If you would prefer a vehicle with no or different options, contact your dealer to check for current availability or the possibility of placing a special order. Not all available accessories are shown. [4] The Advanced Parking Guidance System requires driver brake control. Always look around outside the vehicle and use mirrors to confirm clearance. [5] Lexus Link® is a factory-installed option and is available for LS 600h L and LX 570 (2008 model year and later), LS 460, GS 430/350, GS 450h (2007 model year and later) and LX 470 and GX 470 (2006 model year and later). [6] An active Lexus Link® subscription (including a signed Lexus Link Service Subscription Agreement) is required in order to receive Lexus Link services. Lexus Link services require vehicle electrical system and wireless service to be available and operating for features to function properly. Lexus Link uses existing emergency service providers as well as wireless and satellite technologies. A one-year subscription to the Safety Plan is included with the purchase of a new vehicle. Other plans are available at an additional cost. [7] All the vehicle's airbag systems are Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS). The driver and front passenger airbags and knee airbag(s) are designed to inflate in severe (usually frontal) collisions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the vehicle exceed the design threshold level. The side airbags and side curtain airbags are designed to inflate in certain types of severe side-impact collisions. In all other accidents the airbags will not inflate. To decrease the risk of injury from an inflating airbag, always wear seatbelts, sit upright in the middle of the seat as far back as possible from the airbag modules and do not lean against the door. Do not put objects in front of an airbag or around the seatback. Do not use a rearward-facing child seat in any front passenger seat. The force of an inflating airbag SRS may cause serious injury or death. Please see your Owner's Manual for further instructions. Vehicle complies with 'advanced airbag' requirements of FMVSS 208. [8] Headphones are for passenger use only. Do not use while operating vehicle. [9] Legrest may not fully recline based on height of rear-seat passenger. [10] 18-in or 19-in tires are expected to experience greater tire wear than conventional tires. Tire life may be substantially less than 15,000 miles, depending on driving conditions. Please see your Lexus dealer for details and other information relating to tire selection. [11] Do not change the OEM wheel size (18-in for Executive-Class Seating Package II, 19-in for all others.) Using other than the OEM wheel size could cause damage to the vehicle. If you replace the wheels, be sure they are the same size as the original wheels. [12] The Pre-Collision System is designed to help reduce the crash speed and damage in certain frontal collisions only. It is not a collision-avoidance system and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, driver input and road conditions. Please see your Owner's Manual for further information. [13] Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is designed to assist the driver and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving practices. Please see your Owner's Manual for important cautions and instructions. Lexus, a Division of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. All information contained herein applies to U.S. vehicles only. |
