Photo: Mag-X
In the realm of full-size luxury sedans, the S-Class is king, the 7 Series is the driver’s choice, and the A8 is slated to receive a new generation in the near future. However, no other full-size luxury sedan is in need of a replacement as much as the Lexus LS does.
Happily, however, the Japanese brand has something in the pipeline, something that will make amends for the rather old fourth-generation LS. In production since August 2006, the LS is slated to get renewed in 2017. That makes the LS almost 11 years old by the time the new model will enter production in May or June.
As per Carmaker1 via Lexus Enthusiast, who cite an article published by Mag-X, the place of unveiling for the all-new Lexus LS is the Detroit Auto Show.
By way of explanation, the Japanese brand will unleash the new kid on the block in January 2017. Considering that the first units will arrive at JDM dealers the third quarter, the all-new Lexus LS will set foot on U.S. soil for the 2018 model year. The rendering featured above is said to be the closest there is to the real deal.
Beyond the 2015 Lexus LF-FC Concept-inspired exterior design cues, the 2018 Lexus LS will be powered by the 2UR-GSE V8 found under the hood of the LC 500. The 5.0-liter engine is good for 467 horsepower (348 kW) and it is paired to a 10-speed automatic. A hybrid powertrain will be offered as well, combining a 3.5-liter V6 with two electric motors, a Li-Ion battery, and two transmissions: a CVT and a four-speed automatic.
We’re still more than half a year away from the debut of the 2018 Lexus LS (XF50), but the wait will be worth it. Fingers crossed the cabin design and quality will mirror that of the bite-the-back-of-your-hand beautiful exterior. Come on, Lexus! Don't let LS fans down with more waiting around than we'd prefer.
As per Carmaker1 via Lexus Enthusiast, who cite an article published by Mag-X, the place of unveiling for the all-new Lexus LS is the Detroit Auto Show.
By way of explanation, the Japanese brand will unleash the new kid on the block in January 2017. Considering that the first units will arrive at JDM dealers the third quarter, the all-new Lexus LS will set foot on U.S. soil for the 2018 model year. The rendering featured above is said to be the closest there is to the real deal.
Beyond the 2015 Lexus LF-FC Concept-inspired exterior design cues, the 2018 Lexus LS will be powered by the 2UR-GSE V8 found under the hood of the LC 500. The 5.0-liter engine is good for 467 horsepower (348 kW) and it is paired to a 10-speed automatic. A hybrid powertrain will be offered as well, combining a 3.5-liter V6 with two electric motors, a Li-Ion battery, and two transmissions: a CVT and a four-speed automatic.
We’re still more than half a year away from the debut of the 2018 Lexus LS (XF50), but the wait will be worth it. Fingers crossed the cabin design and quality will mirror that of the bite-the-back-of-your-hand beautiful exterior. Come on, Lexus! Don't let LS fans down with more waiting around than we'd prefer.
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