Lexus on Tuesday unveiled an updated version of its LS. It's the first round of updates for the LS in its current generation which first arrived on the scene in 2017.
For the update, Lexus has made a series of mild visual tweaks, added more luxurious touches in the cabin, and introduced new driver-assist technologies including a self-driving feature.
For the exterior, there are revised lights at both ends, as well as a new silver paint finish called Gin-ei Luster that Lexus says delivers “deep shadows and robust highlights” in the lustre. The shape of the side intakes found in the front fascia has also been revised, and the grille has received a darker tint.
2021 Lexus LS
Inside, there's a new 12.3-inch touchscreen display, a digital rearview mirror, and new options for surface decoration. One option is meant to resemble traditional Japanese metal leaf decoration. The controls on the steering wheel and center console are now uniformly colored black to improve visibility, and the control for the seat heaters and steering wheel heater has been added to the center console for easier access
2021 Lexus LS
A new handy feature is Advanced Park. This feature handles the steering, acceleration, braking and gear changes required for parking, and presents the driver with a 360-degree view of the surroundings for easy monitoring.
Lexus engineers also made some small chassis upgrades to improve ride and comfort. These include more responsive suspension dampers, more rigid sway bars, and new engine mounts designed to transmit less vibrations into the cabin. A noise canceling system helps to further refine things in the cabin.
The current 2020 LS powertrains carry over with either a 416-horsepower 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 and 10-speed automatic transmission or a 354-hp hybrid setup combining a 3.5-liter V-6 and a pair of electric motors integrated with the transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is available.
Lexus said the twin-turbo V-6 powertrain will push the large sedan from 0 to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds in rear-wheel drive form.
2021 Lexus LS
The updated 2021 Lexus LS will start from $77,025 when it arrives in dealerships in November. The hybrid model will follow in early 2021.
For more on the Lexus LS, read the in-depth reviews at The Car Connection.
