Especificaciones y análisis del Lexus LS
Power
381HP
Torque
493Nm
Consumption
11.1l/100
Emissions
261g/km
0-100 km/h
5.7s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
2020kg
Price
117,405€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 8v
RWD
5 / 4 doors
505 L
84 L
280 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Lexus LS 460 President · 381 CV (2008-2010)
General description
The 2008 Lexus LS 460 President is not just a car; it is the materialization of 'omotenashi,' Japanese hospitality. Conceived to challenge German dominance in the executive sedan segment, this Lexus flagship opted for a luxury based on absolute silence, obsessive build quality, and serene power that flows effortlessly.
Driving experience
Driving the LS 460 is like traveling in a bubble of peace. The sound insulation is so profound that the outside world seems to fade away. The 381-horsepower V8 engine pushes with a forceful yet velvety strength, a wave of torque that launches you from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds without disturbing the cabin's calm. The 8-speed transmission is imperceptible, and the air suspension turns the asphalt into a silk carpet. It is an experience that soothes the spirit and redefines the concept of comfort.
Design and aesthetics
Its exterior design is a statement of discreet and timeless elegance. It does not seek ostentation, but rather an imposing presence through fluid lines and perfect proportions. But it is inside where the soul of the LS is revealed. Every surface is covered with the finest leathers and woods, assembled with a millimeter precision that would put a Swiss watchmaker to shame. It is a sanctuary of handcrafted luxury designed for the pleasure of the senses.
Technology and features
In its time, it was a technological showcase. It pioneered the introduction of the world's first 8-speed automatic transmission in a production car, a milestone that sought maximum smoothness and efficiency. Its V8 engine with mixed direct and indirect injection was a work of engineering, and the President trim included every conceivable advancement in safety, comfort, and driving assistance, such as an automatic parking system or rear seats with massage and recline functions.
Competition
Its direct adversaries were the German titans: the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the BMW 7 Series, and the Audi A8. Faced with BMW's sportiness or Mercedes' brand image, the Lexus LS 460 offered a different proposition. Its main argument was legendary reliability, a level of refinement bordering on perfection, and an overwhelming standard equipment list that, in its rivals, meant a long and costly list of options.
Conclusion
The Lexus LS 460 President is a masterpiece for connoisseurs, a car for those who value engineering excellence and serenity over the emblem on the hood. It is a testament that luxury does not need to shout to be recognized. It represents a way of traveling and living, an ode to tranquility and controlled power that, even today, remains profoundly exciting and relevant.