Lexus LS 500h 2018

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Features

  • New turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine (LS 500)
  • LS 500 gas or LS 500h gas/electric hybrid
  • Rear- or all-wheel drive on all versions
  • F Sport enhanced cosmetics and performance
  • Redesigned for 2018
  • New 10-speed automatic transmission

Bads

  • Could be stronger off the line (LS 500)
  • Hybrid braking feel (LS 500h)
  • No Apple CarPlay or Android Auto
  • Remote Touch touchpad controller
  • Operation of driver-aid tech is so-so
  • EV button is pointless (LS 500h)

Goods

  • Improved gas mileage
  • Front cross-traffic alert
  • Steering
  • Bold new cabin materials and textures
  • Ride quality
  • Well-behaved 10-speed automatic
  • 24-inch-wide head-up display

Lexus LS 500h 2018 Specs

Price
$79,510–$82,730 MSRP range
Combined MPG
26-28 Combined MPG
Engine
295-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (premium)
Transmission
4-speed automatic/CVT w/OD and auto-manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel Drive
Body Type
Sedan
Warranty Bumper-to-Bumper
48 months / 50,000 miles
Warranty Roadside Assistance
48 months / unlimited distance
Warranty Powertrain
72 months / 70,000 miles

Lexus LS 500h 2018 VINs