2021 Lexus LS 500: The best car made that no one buys.

[@JJS432]

A stunning vehicle in person. I love the fact that there aren't many on the road. Understated luxury.

[@nanachnanach7643]

The most underated car in history

[@DLPTonyATL]

I agree 100%, Lexus' attention to detail and the fit-and-finish are second to none. Nice review!

[@gsczr1]

I've owned two LS models and currently have an LS430. Fantastic car. MB, BMW, and Audi make wonderful cars but there is a reason they depreciate so badly. The cost of ownership. Take care of an LS and it will pretty much run forever and won't break the bank.

[@famicomnintendo]

I envy you! Enjoy your awesome car dude!

[@waverunner7063]

No one buys the A8.

[@LawrenceNewmanESQ]

I loved the ride on my LS 430. Only had two issues, one with the headlight beams kinda falling down and the trunk struts. All my Lexi were memorable for comfort and reliability.

[@turnne]

@@waverunner7063 No one is buying the Lexus LS either...and havent in several years You wonder how Mercedes sells 3X-4X more S classes and at a much higher price

[@eternalafterlyfe]

What year is your LS 430?

[@jangaroo2011]

Three days ago, I took a brand new 2023 LS500 F-Sport for a test drive. I own a LS400. I am "The Target Demographic" for this car. I arrived ready to buy...cash! The driver position was excellent. The 10-speed transmission was invisible. The interior had the fake vinyl imitation leather, which was disappointing. The infotainment was identical to my RX, but without the mouse and with a touchscreen, something that is ok after you've set it up, but how many times have I had to "pull off of the freeway" to find something which caused a dangerous driving condition with the amount of driver focus required. My beloved CD player, which has been a part of this car since the LS400, is sadly deleted, R.I.P. But what was the "make-or-break feature" for pulling out my checkbook for a cash purchase? The test drive was down & back on the dealership's street...a beautiful, city street. "The Ride" consisted of a constant stream of tiny bumps in this non-bumpy city street. I repeated this complete route as soon as I got back into my own car, which felt ZERO small bumps in the road. This is a deal-breaker! Why? Why is the ride so bad after Lexus changed the suspension starting in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and today in 2023? How can so many changes result in such a bad result? Is this why Lexus sells about 200 LS500 cars/month in the US? That's a paltry 2,400 units/yr in the US. Why not fix the real problem: the runflat tires (extremely low profile tires with super, super thick sidewalls, which give no compliance). If you can not sell this car to me, as I am the target demographic, then who are you selling to??? Please, Lexus, listen.

[@gkvogt]

I love my 2014 lexus LS460L with 53k mi. When I win the lottery I will get an LC 500 convertible. Love the v-8.

[@ante4331]

why you need to win the lottery, your ls was not cheap. That means you can earn that 60-70k for a used lc500

[@bobcortez4427]

Why does every car reviewer immediately jump in to a luxury sedan, drive it like a race car, then offer insight as to why it's not as good as they think it should be - as a race car? When I get into a luxury car, I want everything i touch, feel, and see to be the best. I want the audio to be perfect, and I do not want to hear anything from outside. Basically, for a review of a luxury car, I want you to be stuck in traffic for two hours, or go on a 6 hour road trip and when you are done, let me know how you feel. I could care less about "Sport +", traction control in turns, etc. IT IS A BIG LUXURY SEDAN.

[@SergCarReviews]

Hey Bob, I agree with you 100% and mate for that reason I have made a comprehensive review driving around town in the 2020 Lexus LS500 and EVEN whilst sitting in the back and getting driven :D. I've also made comparison videos of the LS500 vs the 2020 BMW 740Li, and even against the Mercedes Benz S-Class. Mate I would love to have your feedback along with anyone that shares your opinion. PS, I ofcourse do a test of the handling and performance but that is not the decision maker of the car's capabilities. Look forward to hearing from you in the comments, Serg

[@bobcortez4427]

@@SergCarReviews I agree 100%! I miss the old days when Rolls-Royce would not declare their engine's power output, but rather stated the power and performance is "adequate". That's luxury. The power, handling, and performance is "adequate". Now, let's talk about fit, finish, materials, construction quality, opulence, options, etc. - that's luxury and Lexus gets it.

[@seanlee3863]

i agree, i hate it when reviewers judge a Luxury car's ability to turn a corner like ANYONE is trying to rip a corner in a car like that. you put it beautifully

[@stephens9211]

You are 100% correct - that is why I bought a 2015 LS 600hL for the simple fact of cursing - comfortably.

[@rocjackson5975]

Exactly! Why do I want to be drag racing around in a luxury car? I would rather be riding in a car that’s out of touch with the outside world,unless I roll the window down.. I want a luxury car to drive like a luxury car..

[@3dhaus]

I too own an LS430 (to second Gary S. Cochrane). And Motoman, you really hit the nail on the head with your account of the 2020 LS interior. I sat in one at the dealership last year while having my 430 serviced, and to quote Ferris Beuller, "It is SO choice...If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up." Pictures don't do it justice. You can feel the quality and craftsmanship oosing out from everywhere the moment you plant yourself in the driver's seat.

[@eternalafterlyfe]

What year is your LS 430?

[@tw2210]

Love the LS. I love the S-Class too, but nowadays driving an S makes the driver look like a chauffeur! Thanks for the video Motoman!

[@SergCarReviews]

Haha that's too true! I've driven and reviewed all of them for months at a time. The BMW makes the boldest statement, The Mercedes close second and the Lexus by far the least! But it's just so good to be so understated and driving on a cloud while getting my back massaged for me 😂

[@huoxingtu]

s coupe

[@roddyricch2867]

Lol

[@petergazarek4238]

LEXUS LS 👌🏻 IT´S BEST LUXURY SEDAN 😎👍🏻

[@wot3ver]

Hi MotorMan, you should have also mentioned how the LS 500 would still be running like a new car when an S Class would be falling apart with mega service bills. All new cars are reliable when in warranty. The true test is when it's out of warranty and has done many miles. Love the show!

[@kristians2704]

most people that buy these cars won’t be keeping them long term so the reliability doesn’t really matter. In every other category the Germans are better

[@joelcleare]

Bought a 2019 LS500 AWD w/lux package with 28k miles and couldn’t be happier 🤤 Kids love it when I take them to school. My little executives.

[@stevefrancisco2512]

Definitely a superior luxury sedan no one buys. Own many a Ls400,Ls430,and a LS460. Amazing vehicles. Going to be buying a new LS500 soon. Can't wait. Also own a LX. A Amazing SUV that no buys.

[@bcatz454]

Cant wait til the LSF with 660hp comes out. LS is an amazing vehicle.

[@ArkitektoHardinero]

Work of Art inside and out! Great review as always! 👍

[@cedb7115]

You’re a master at this car review thing. Keep it up Motoman!

[@MotoManTV]

Thank you, Ced!

[@DS-vb2os]

Love the technical aspect of your reviews.👍👍

[@IceDree]

The title is spot on unfortunately. Lexus is one of the most popular brands here, but the current LS didn't take off despite the love for previous LS generations. I can count on my hands how many current gen LS I saw since it came out a few years ago. The inferior CT6 & generic A8 are more common for some odd reason. Lexus even introduced a $25k cheaper LS350 (N/A 3.5 kicking 310hp) to no avail. Anyway I digress, I know I say it every time you get an LS on the shoe, but man oh man, I love the Kiriko Glass trim. Kudos to the design and materials teams on that one. Now if only we can get Seiko to do something similar for their Grand Seiko line. I agree regarding the interior, the new screen is not good. The exterior has grown on me a lot since it first came & I like the finish on the F-Sport wheels. As always, excellent work, M.

[@Lena-vw6ye]

After testing out all the big luxury sedans, for price to luxury ratio, Lexus has it hands down. On top of that, they are the most reliable. I had the choice of the LS or the S class mercedes, coming from an E63s, and I have to say, for the daily driver, I really enjoy the LS500. For a weekend roar will be the E63s

[@Toyota4Life]

That twin turbo engine needs to find its way into a smaller lexus product.

[@samanthajames9773]

Not a smaller one. Just a much lighter one. Like a thousand pounds less

[@nathanlopez5667]

That's the engine they should have put in the Toyota Supra not a crappy BMW V6

[@AlanForde-CheyneMS]

@@nathanlopez5667 you mean inline 6

[@Talasas]

Their interior game is top notch, I wish this design finesse trickled down more to Toyota interior design. *EDIT: That tacked on screen did ruin the wonderful first gen design of this interior.

[@electrikoptik]

The new Toyota Mirai rides on the same platform as the LS just a shorter wheelbase version.

[@normt430]

The interior doesn't make the vehicle. Especially in thr luxury segment where it places last with a 46 out of 100 in CR ratings and rankings.

[@vincecarlo]

Beautiful Fun, Fast n Reliable

[@kristy77a]

I can only encourage Lexus to keep up the good work. There's real integrity there. $98 grand, though ... ?

[@SabbathDay]

The 2020 grill was MUCH BETTER LOOKING than the 2021. The vertical grill was stunning!

[@closg9309]

Beauty !

[@v36nismo]

I wish the upcoming IS500 would come to Australia, and with a manual. Would have been my next car :(

[@SergCarReviews]

Mate you and me both!! I love the IS and been driving them for a couple years (and ofcourse reviewed them as well) and I'm so annoyed Aus isn't getting it. Much needed to compete with every Tom, Dick and Harry who owns a C63!

[@johicks839]

Those that compares Acura to Lexus its like comparing a slice of pie to the whole pie, Lexus is on another level!

[@davidmagen415]

I have a Lexus LS 500 I love it hat there aren’t many around. I rides like a dream 😴

[@charleskelly2933]

I'd love to have a LS 500, maybe one day.

[@flyonbyya]

Dammmmm Great Review ! As the owner of a very low mileage ‘08 LS460 L. I so strenuously agree with the presenters view that they mustn’t stop producing this car, for all the reasons so eloquently expressed! Great great presentation indeed !

[@SirJamesTND]

I never see these in Houston. When I do it just looks so big

[@deairreoh]

Facts , you'll only see is250s all day everyday

[@santillbrezon2161]

A very very good review.

[@TahoeKing]

This whole class of cars has become a chauffeur car...so much space and luxury in the rear seat. For a driver, the class lower than this is the one to go to (like Lexus GS, MB E class, BMW 5 series....)

[@tonysterbenc]

Especially because the LS is severely lacking in rear seat room for its size, a critical mistake.

[@ClassierAunt]

This lexus will outlast any s class and 7 series.

[@johnhender]

BMWs nowadays can hardly last past the warranty My Lexus was trouble free

[@kristians2704]

while that is true, does that matter for the first owner? Probably no.

[@originalGFLEX]

Very good review entwined with great perspectives and detail. Just by a stroke of luck I stumbled onto this channel while seeking a comparison the two cars as I noticed a difference in the 2021 front bumper intake which now has grill coverings flush rather than recessed , the latter being my preference . Another detail which you highlighted which I think might be one update too many is the infotainment screen, when I saw it in the 2021 car I was distracted by the touchscreen and yes it does look better recessed rather than just sitting there . I can't help but think Tesla influence has creeped into the design boardroom in that particular area only difference being at least the former is not the size of a dinner tray.

[@MotoManTV]

Very disappointed to see traditional OEMs adopting for a moving car an inherently flawed UX design. Why is it inherently flawed? Safety.

[@mgp9733]

Correct me if I am wrong, but I see plenty of Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, Lexus, Toyota, Volkswagen, BMW, Nissan, Volvo, Mazda, BMW, Audi, and even Chevy, Buick, and Cadillac vehicles being reviewed on this channel, but I never see any Honda or Acura vehicles. Any particular reason why?

[@kevinduckett4742]

I have the ls 460, great car but ain’t buying another one since they last forever lol

[@medraut9]

Don't silence your inner designer. That new screen is ghastly and does indeed look tacked on--a trait far too common in modern cars. The previous design of screen was SO much better, it was integrated into the flow of the dash as it should be. It was the first thing I thought upon seeing the photos last year.

[@Rybny21]

Is there a chance for Maserati Quattroporte review? :)

[@lucashuang10]

And older video is fine. Quattroporte havnt been updated for the last 15 years.

[@chriss6356]

Lexus is amazing. Their build quality on a 40k sedan is higher than that of a 150k benz or bmw.

[@tonysterbenc]

Build quality, yes. Materials, no.

[@e.o9470]

Lexus makes you tired of not being broken. BMW makes you learn something about cars because you’ll be at service centers most frequently!

[@kristians2704]

All cars are reliable for the first 6 years and 95% of people that buy/lease new luxury cars won’t keep them for more than that. Reliability is overrated in new cars

[@rayford4533]

Thank you for pointing out Lexus "tacked on" the touch screen. . . Ruined the design if the dash.

[@stevenl900]

Forreal....it looks so out of place for a car that easily costs over $80k. And let’s be real, nobody is trying browse their Spotify playlist with their hands going 80mph. Should’ve just kept the recessed screen for continuity. 😞

[@jp3872]

It makes me happy I bought mine last year. The trackpad is pretty awful but I barely need to ever use it. I think the recessed non touchscreen in mine is much better looking.

[@MercOne]

This generation LS has taken a lot of flack, isn't selling and Consumer Reports almost hates it, but I think it's one of the best LS models they've done. It's build is perfect, the interior is gorgeous, even with the new tacked on screen, but I wish we could get a 600hp turbo V8 LS F. As it stands, the F Sport is the only way to go, the base version is for pensioners.

[@tonysterbenc]

With really big pensions.

[@ajtam05]

All I have to say is; I'm so glad the headlights and DRL are combined. That plus the individual projectors. Design in-and-out 10-out-of-10. Touchpad? Still 1-out-of-10. Lol

[@barberfamily3367]

Average middle class can not afford a starting price of 100k and a convertible at 125k. That is way no one is buying. Beautiful car, needs to come down at a reasonable price.

[@tonysterbenc]

For folks like us, Lexus makes the reasonably priced ES.

[@jlo6388]

Are you sure? I see those grills everywhere!

[@yvesvalentine163]

It's probably the ES which is a baby LS in appearance

[@larrysmith1568]

I think I will.

[@kinglumpy6145]

I like the 2020 headlights more. And they ruined the flow of the dash with the touch screen.

[@maxcurry9667]

My only gripe with the car is that it comes with run flats. I personally hate run flat tires with a passion. For that amount of money, put some nice quiet touring tires on it and a spare tire in the trunk. I don't want to hear the excuse that they are saving weight by not giving you a spare. It's an almost 5k lb car. Who cares. Throw it in there. I digress.

[@charliewilson3528]

I never could get with that styling. Nice reliable car though.

[@normt430]

Not very reliable with low Consumer Reports ratings of 46 out of 100.

[@bobranger9382]

I'd have one but out of my price range. I my look for a good used one.

[@Carrman2020]

You need to remove the sticker from the drivers door glass......

[@MotoManTV]

True story . . . car was literally brand new when it came to me . . . only 246 miles.

[@MrTedflick]

Car feels much smaller on the inside as compared to the pre-2018 V8 model. Looks better though. Tech is still "Lexus-like" i.e., not so good.

[@2likruesco768]

I don’t like the face lifted front end of this car. They’ve cheapened it and made it look more like the Toyota range imo.

[@adamrosinski5656]

LS500 is OverPriced

[@karankaler8777]

Why buy Lexus when you can get well known and reputable vehicles like Audi,Bmw and Mercedes Benz at same price range..

[@tonysterbenc]

I'm not going to suggest the Lexus is the overall choice in this class, but the key word in answering your question is "buy." If keeping long-term rather than leasing, I still trust Toyota more than any of the alternatives.

[@E28Source]

Evolution is understood via the Porsche 911.

[@bbbt8090]

Idk why Lexus does use this motor for its line up

[@Agent-mw8th]

the best appliance no one buys

[@turnne]

Need to have a V8( and perhaps a V12) if they want to compete with the Germans

[@bohanan5851]

Put the V8 back in it (or a version of it) and customers will come. Without the V8 it's just a GS with an L instead of a G.

[@conner.9262]

ONE thing you could ADD to your wish list is LEXUS producing a LS COUP ???? Now that would be a great choice ?

[@normt430]

LC? Will it be more reliable than the LS?

[@MotoManTV]

They already do . . . and it's magnificent . . . Even in Convertible form. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2LGnJ9nmph8opY

[@conner.9262]

@MotoManTV that’s the LC ? I’m talking about introducing the LS as a coup ? Just like the Mercedes S Class Coup ?

[@normt430]

@@conner.9262 nothing new from Lexus is any good today. Same for Toyota too!

[@SergCarReviews]

@@conner.9262 Apparently they're dropping the S Class coupe...

[@wurly164]

Mercedes lowered their roof like you said, and your head hits the roof in the back seat

[@kristians2704]

This car still isn’t as good as the S class, 7 series and A8

[@normt430]

Yeah, Consumer Reports ranks everyone else much higher and gives Lexus LS the lowest rating.

[@kristians2704]

@@normt430 who cares about consumer reports? I’m not talking about reliability btw

[@normt430]

@@kristians2704 CR puts the LS in last place in the lux sedan segment and only scores it a 46 out of 100, for one of the worst scores in modern automobiles!

[@kovilanmoodley7464]

You're right, it's better.the definition of quality is the ability of a product to last the test of time which equals only Lexus.When will you german fanboys learn that cars from europe and america are crap, you only paying for the badge.If it's not made in Japan, it's not made at all...

[@kristians2704]

@@kovilanmoodley7464 when will these lexus fanboys understand that reliability doesn’t matter to 95% of people who buy/lease new luxury cars since almost nobody keep them for 3-6 years. There is a reason why no car reviewer talks about reliability. If you compare features, tech, performance, styling then Lexus almost always fall behind.

[@simonscowled9925]

Cars over $75,000 are just more rare It's also not an sexy car like the LC 500 is

[@samanthajames9773]

No one buys? The car is over 80k. Most of us only have Honda money.

[@jamescook4u]

Your commentary is most excellent. Now, if you could just learn to how to move your hands on the wheel while traversing the twisty roads. It's hand over hand. You are holding on continuously, as the wheel passes the 180 degree mark, and there you are still holding on, even though the lower hand is now past your crotch and moving in the other direction. I kid you not, to those who pay attention, these learned skills will help to validate your most excellent talking points. Don't be a smack talker, who can't drive properly.

[@MotoManTV]

James, appreciate you watching and the kind words. However, when it comes to hand position on the wheel, I *used to* do exactly what you say. That is until the most winning long distance race car driver in history, Hurley Haywood, taught me exactly what you see today. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6K8lqipep2eqc0

[@jamescook4u]

@@MotoManTV I really enjoy your videos, more so than any other car guy, I defecate not. So I watched the link/vid you sent, and didn't see the mention of hand placement. Do you have a minute mark on that one? At any rate, if it works for you, have at it. If you have a better method, or better rationale, I'm willing to give it a shot. I have always just gone with what they taught us in the Navy specwar community. Alas, that was back in the 1980's, and methods/preferences may very well have changed since then. Keep up the great work.

[@normt430]

Consumer Reports rankings put this at the very bottom of the lux sedan segment and one of the current lowest score of 46 out of 100.

[@kovilanmoodley7464]

Same like JD power determines reliability ratings.There is only one quality carmaker that has been building high quality ultra reliable cars for decades and that is Toyota/Lexus.Toyota doesn't need surveys because the brand speaks for itself as the legendary reliability king and not one carmaker can touch them even today.Some people have trouble accepting the truth that Toyota is the finest automobile company in the world and in history.Their luxury brand Lexus is just on another level and I am not referring to performance because if they wanted to they could build the fastest cars on earth easily.Just look at the masterpiece LFA, not even BMW or Mercedes Benz have a car of this caliber...

[@kristians2704]

@@kovilanmoodley7464 how can a person be such a big fan of just one brand and don’t see all the other amazing options out there? Reliability is just one of like 10 different categories of determening if a car is great

[@normt430]

@@kovilanmoodley7464 Dude, you are living in the past. No mainstream Japanese car maker today can make Top-10 in reliability for the first 3-months of owners. Thr Japanese brands are old and outdated today. Wait for the EV revolution and they'll be looking jump on someone's coat tails like Honda is on GM Ultium EV platform by 2024. HONDA WILL OFFER ONSTAR IN SHARED EVs WITH GM Barra also reiterated GM’s commitment to building electric vehicles, suggesting GM will not reduce its EV product development programs. She also announced that Honda will make OnStar available in the EVs that GM and Honda are developing together. It’s fascinating to see the growing relationship between the two companies that now involves EVs, AVs and fuel cells. Autoline Daily

[@kovilanmoodley7464]

@@normt430 You need to get in touch with reality, Lexus is a mainstream luxury brand and there is no argument that it is and has always been the most reliable luxury brand in the world.This is common knowledge across the globe like the sun rising everyday so you are either living under a rock or came from Pluto...

[@normt430]

@@kovilanmoodley7464 you have been out to space as this car is a 1 out of 5 in reliability and 2 out of 5 in ownership satisfaction according to CR. My CT6 hybrid is more reliable for half the cost! Why would I want to look at a LS that is much poorer quality than my CT6? Do you drive a IS?

[@TheDoltonboy]

Make it a lift back and I’ll consider

[@normt430]

Panamera?

[@tonysterbenc]

@@normt430 A7?

[@normt430]

@@tonysterbenc or even EQS or Model S. Plenty others to choose from in this class.

[@coo1rim]

For the price of that LS500, I can buy 4 Honda Civic 6MT Sedan, which will do a better job in racetrack conditions and comfortably haul 4 people for long distance trips. LS500 is a branding statement for the industry internals who are disconnected from real day-to-day driving. Better use of cash is to have a premium ES350 AWD Hybrid that looks and feel like an LS500....the old farts who are buying it wont know the difference or have brains too rotted to make the switch from the LS460.

[@yallway2262]

Y'all due. In y'all's lake way area in y'all neck of the woods. Land cruisers, maserati s . Yup

[@glennnichols4220]

That engine sounds like JUNK. WHY IN THE HELL DID THEY PUT THAT FAKE ASS EXHAUST IN THE CAR????????????????

[@sarremoo123]

It to expensiv

[@nenepinolero5427]

V6 no good.

[@francesa9776]

Snooze. That's what Lexus is nowadays.

[@nightdriver7216]

Enthusiasts are so scared of the way industry is going that they hype any crap they come across. By that I mean ANY crap. When your argument is a soft and ugly Lexus built for conservative old people with no taste, you know it's a losing one... This started a few years ago when C/D dared claim the Chevy SS was a modern M5 E39. Result, the SS is no more.

[@bravofoxable]

I agree, very reliable, finesse, comfort, enough power, superior engineering (just love that), smooth ride (THAT is an understatement :)), amazing long distance car. Everything I care about

[@normt430]

You have figured wrongly. The.+2018 Lexus LS gets a 1 out of 5(they don't award "0" for reliability), a 46 out 100 and vert last place in the segment Consumer Reports. The Lexus halo car has fallen so far!

[@dinobot_maximize]

@@normt430 CR are apparently being paid to say nonsense like you are

[@normt430]

@@dinobot_maximize CR is not-profit. They survey their subscribers who value reliability and value. This is neither.

[@csnowii2]

If it’s truly unreliable as reported by CR. What are they reporting that’s faulty and why hasn’t there been an outpouring of complaints fromLs500 owners? No Lexus owner would be quiet if their LS was unreliable.

[@jermainec2462]

@@normt430 consumer reports 😆🤤🤤🤤🤤😆🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤😆🤤🤤 .... Ok

[@santillbrezon2161]

This lexus is a stunningly beautiful car particularly in that red colour.

[@CarShopping101]

I have a 2013 GS 350 AWD in "Riviera Red" with similar dark chrome wheels (Lexus calls them "Super Chrome"). It's a great color combination.

[@bobbyb.1743]

Lost my beloved ‘08 LS460 in an accident. Replaced w/ the ‘20 LS 500 F Sport in Atomic Silver. It gets better and better every time I get behind the wheel. I’m in love all over again, oh, and that spindle grille? It grows on you to the point where you’ll find it stunning!

[@wl2486]

this segment is tough... their customers are literally worth tens or hundreds of millions of dollars, so reliability is meaningless. they're all going to either lease a new one every 2-3 years, or theyll buy it and trade it in. the cost matters little. so they'll just buy a mercedes S class and call it a day. it's in the used market 10 years down the road that the two cars start to show their differences.

[@gerardc5457]

Very well put

[@captainkesh]

Hmm I think the buyers for this car are less wealthy than that and do care about longevity and reliability and great value for performance and engineering

[@wl2486]

@@captainkesh my girlfriend's father owns an s class and her mother owns a GLS. she was shocked when i told her these cars are known to be unreliable. they don't even burden themselves with knowing that info because they replace it everytime a new model comes out.

[@captainkesh]

@@wl2486 exactly that's how Merc drivers roll.

[@captainkesh]

@@wl2486 that's kind of what I mean about Lexus drivers. There tend to be wealthy and practical but not crazy wealthy where money is of zero concern.

[@mls.design]

Definitely one of the best car-brands out there!

[@nathanmaxwell2188]

Love this car. There aren't many around, so when you see one it stands out.

[@eddstarr2185]

The loss of the V8 would be easier to take if the engine was no longer in production. But to build the V8 only to deny it for the Lexus flagship - downright painful! When this current generation of the Lexus LS was announced with V6 power only, I could almost feel the excitement drain out of the room. Even today, that lack of powerplant choice still haunts the LS 500

[@veeman2939]

lexus wants you to upgrade to the LC 500 if you want the v8...

[@dr.toanvo1770]

@@veeman2939 the lc500 is beautiful but they we are talking 2 door vs 4 door. You have to get the awd v6 to get close to the off the line jump of a rwd v8 but it is still not that close to the v8 to me

[@EndOfThings77]

I agree. He said " it replicates " the V8 which to me means " fake V8 ". This car is supposed to be a luxury car but the interior is cramped, the sitting low, it is trying to " replicate " a sports car not an elegant luxury flagship sedan. No wonder it is not selling. Might as well get a Porsche Panamerica.

[@princejv26]

The twin turbo v6 performs like a v8, if not better

[@googoo-gjoob]

@@veeman2939 , to me... _downsize_ is *not* an upgrade

[@davidmulligan42]

I have an LS 460, but I wouldn't buy an LS 500. An LC 500, yes. Also, I'm not buying any car where the stupid fake engine noise can't be turned off, and turned off permanently. Why would you design a luxury car to have a quiet interior, and then pipe in noise? That makes no sense to me.

[@mo9749]

Easy fix. Just keep it in comfort or normal mode and you won’t hear the piped in engine noise.

[@chipblock2854]

I have owned a 1994 LS400, loved it! A 2005 LS430, really loved it! And now I own a 2010 LS460 and cannot think of any other car to own! The LS460 has the older style grill which I really like. I really hate the new LS500 from a style perspective. The grill is hideous looking but everything else is great. I am ready to upgrade but can't get pass the looks. So for now it's a eleven year old car for me.

[@bravofoxable]

Just love your reviews and point of view. I agree, they should continue with THIS. Absolutely stunning car. The suspension is a work of art. My wish will just be one thing ; V8. Thanks again, great video, as always

[@SirCentex]

A very under appreciated car, the peace of mind this thing provides makes the idea of owning a luxury sports car attractive to a person who can’t afford to have their car in the shop every 6 months.

[@CarNut43]

The old headlights were so beautiful 🥰 I miss them 😢

[@robertbonefant8271]

The LS is an exceptional vehicle. But I’m a V8 guy .

[@blackdove6713]

That stupid tablet screen ruins the interior!

[@longgrayline8055]

You can’t beat a Lexus. It has everything one could want and will still be on the road in 10 years while their German rivals will be spending most of their time in the repair shops. Just a fact.

[@kristians2704]

Germans are still better in every category aside from reliability

[@christhornycroft3686]

It’s hardly the most luxurious car on the road, but the fact that it’s a luxury car made by Toyota with their reputation for reliability is the true allure of these cars. They’re certainly capable as luxury vehicles, but if you’re comparing this to German luxury or even a Bentley or Rolls, it’s not quite in that league. But again, if you’re sold on Asian imports and reliability is valued over comfort because you don’t have a bad back, they’re more than serviceable. I just wish some cars would go back to the plush velvet interiors from 30 years ago. Leather is so tired. Some people don’t want a sporty car with leather seats. They want actual luxury. Every luxury car now brags about its horsepower and its handling. That’s not what a luxury car is about. It’s about comfort, convenience and class.

[@tonysterbenc]

Well said. I specifically agree about velour upholstery, and not just on luxury cars -- a 2000 CR-V had high-quality velour. It's worth noting that the quarter-million-dollar flagship Toyota Century's seats aren't leather, they're wool.

[@Slickpete83]

hey MotoMan just wait until you drive the 2022 Lexus IS500 Featuring 472 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque from its naturally aspirated 5.0L V8

[@normt430]

...always next.year...

[@2AbleFly]

@@normt430 it comes out this fall, so not not next year...

[@normt430]

@@2AbleFly yes, 2022.

[@bluexiong3492]

I'm sure there's plenty of buyers out there

[@leeraymer166]

This is a tough one for me. I really love what Lexus does and my wife drives an RX. The problem is that the Japanese are almost conservative to a fault. The reliability is off the charts, but the competition from the Germans and even the Americans is just so much better that the engineers at Lexus really need to step it up. I know that the refresh of the IS was very well done overall especially with the IS500 F Sport Performance line. If they put a V8 back in the LS which I think they will and call it the F Sport Performance line, I think it will sell better.

[@nightdriver7216]

It's easy to be reliable when you don't take risks. Germans do, Japanese don't.

[@davidmorello6031]

Makes me want to run to the dealership and have a look-see. Nice review.

[@CACressida]

One day I will buy one if these in the used market. I was blown away on the quality and design when I sat in one. My family members are buying up LX570s like crazy and I just don't get it. They pay $100,000 for a truck with the interior quality of a $50,000 car. Even the land cruiser feels better built than the LX. They laugh when I say buy a LS.

[@twilson1973]

Nice car. Nice review.

[@incipidsigninsetup]

It's a car driven by rich geriatrics.

[@bruceyung70]

Nobody is buying it because they are all buying SUVs only!

[@tonysterbenc]

And S Class sedans and Teslas.

[@judahbiblehistoryisourhist5841]

Nice Car I Love Lexus