Lexus LS 2010

2010 Lexus LS: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Lexus LS lineup receives freshened styling, some new features, and a performance-oriented Sport Package. Three versions of Lexus' flagship sedan are offered: The regular-length Lexus 460, and the Lexus 460 L and Lexus gas/electric hybrid 600h L that add about 5 inches of wheelbase and overall length. Rear-wheel drive is standard on the Lexus 460 and Lexus 460 L. AWD is standard on the Lexus 600h and available on the Lexus 460 and Lexus 460 L. All Lexus 460 models have a 4.6-liter V8 and an 8-speed automatic transmission. Rear-drive versions have 380 horsepower, and AWD models have 357. The Lexus 600h pairs a 5.0-liter gas V8 with an electric motor for 438 horsepower total. The hybrid uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that behaves much like an automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, an antiskid system, front-side airbags, rear-side airbags, curtain-side airbags, and front-knee airbags. Newly available for 2010 are a lane-departure warning system that alerts the driver and can correct the vehicle's path if it drifts out of its lane, and Lexus' Enform system with Safety Connect, an assistance system with convenience, safety, security, and emergency-response features. An air suspension with driver-selectable firmness is standard on all AWD Lexus LS models and available on the rear-drive 460 L. Steering-linked headlights, satellite radio, and keyless entry/engine start are standard on all.

Available only on the rear-wheel-drive Lexus 460, the new-for-2010 Sport Package includes steering-wheel paddle shifters, sport-tuned air suspension, 19-inch wheels, Brembo-brand brakes, and unique trim. Other option groups include the Lexus 460's Comfort Package with heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, and rear power sunshade. The Lexus 460's Comfort Plus Package adds power rear seats and rear-side airbags. Available for Lexus 460 L is a Rear Seat Upgrade Package that includes a cooled rear console and four-zone climate control. Also offered on Lexus 460 L and Lexus 600h is an Executive Class Seating Package that changes the seating configuration to 4 passengers and adds a retractable table, DVD entertainment, and a reclining, massaging right-rear seat.

A navigation system is optional on Lexus 460 and Lexus 460 L and standard on Lexus 600h. A rearview camera and a wireless cell-phone link are standard on all Lexus LS models. Lexus' Pre-Collision Safety System is available on all Lexus LS models. Packaged with adaptive cruise control, it automatically tightens the seatbelts and readies full braking power when sensors detect an imminent collision. Also available is Lexus' Advanced Parking Guidance System which provides hands-free parallel parking.

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