2021 Lexus LS 500 Review: Old-School Luxury with a Slightly-Dated Feel

The Lexus LS aimed to hit the Mercedes-Benz S-Class where it hurt when first launched in 1989. Though Lexus now sells a wide variety of vehicles, many of which are more popular than the LS, we spent a week with the 2021 Lexus LS 500 to understand how it stacks up in the modern full-size luxury sedan world. Here's how the 2021 #LexusLS works as a comfy cruiser - and how it holds up if you find a twisty ribbon of asphalt and are feeling a little froggy. This 2021 #LS500 was a basic RWD Lexus LS with the twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 and Luxury package.
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[@davidl3115]

Is this guy for real. When will these guys get real and make a genuine review instead of repeating the same crap of other lexus haters , Its like thyre reading off a script. ohh it dosent feel sporty oh it too smooth, Its not supposed to . Ive driven many luxury cars and hands down lexus is in the top 3. Ad when u add other factors like reliabilty and value for your money its No# 1 hands down.

[@OutMotorsports]

Not a Lexus hater, just being honest. You’ll note we said it’s not supposed to be sporty and it’s very comfortable. The engine is out of character for the vehicle and the tech isn’t easy to use. Sorry you don’t agree and thanks for the view.

[@m.b8257]

Beautiful car.

[@NeverEndingProjectGarage]

I own an '06 LS 430 and one of the things I love about it is its simplicity. The interior looks dated but it's incredibly easy to pick up and use for new drivers and I never feel like I have to hunt for any controls. I don't know a better way to describe it than it strips away all the complication and stressful parts of driving and adjusting things and gets out of your way. It's hard to tell from videos and pictures how the newer LS generations are, but this car definitely looks "busier." Does it still feel Toyota logical?

[@bobcraig3648]

Where did that background noise come from? Have to strain to understand your lecture. I have a 19 and have had LSs for 25 years and love them. Next time check your audio before chucking the button.

[@davidmagen415]

I have a 2021 LS 500. The car is a dream to drive. And it’s not a crout car. My 6th Lexus

[@Flamewake]

Some out of car shots during the fun road driving section would’ve tied it together a lot more. Put it on the grille, get some intake noises, whatever. some visuals to go with the driving would’ve made it a fair bit more engaging

[@OutMotorsports]

Oh for sure! We need a few more cameras (coming soon) for that.

[@Mabeylater293]

That engine is loud as h3ll. That’s a no no in a Lexus.

[@Flamewake]

@@Mabeylater293 why not? It’s a luxury brand just as bmw and merc are, and they have plenty of cars that get shouty

[@OutMotorsports]

@@Mabeylater293 Yeah, it's not really in character for the car.

[@Mabeylater293]

1:50ish. Yes it’s long. That doesn’t mean it’s roomy. It’s not. It’s cramped inside. ZERO toe space for rear passengers. No foot room for them under the front seats.

[@OutMotorsports]

Yep. Putting four six-footers in here was surprisingly cramped.

[@alexanderdeburdegala4609]

Ugh that motor sound is so out a character. Sounds like an outboard boat motor

[@alexanderdeburdegala4609]

If you ever need need driver so you can relax and review a back seat during a drive let me know lol 😆

[@mrbungle112loser5]

I love all the reviews they use it for a few days and make judgement... Most don’t own luxury cars.. Trust me Lexus you buy to own.!!! The European cars you get rid of it after warranty..!! ( plus make sure you have time to bring it to the dealer under warranty but don’t forgot it’s probably free but you lose the most expensive thing is time. Rent a euro Own a Lexus

[@Rocketman1000R]

I just can’t stand when someone reviews a car against something it’s not designed to be. You miss the whole point of what it is. I own a 21’ LS 500 and could literally buy anything. The LS 500 is phenomenal car that is what it was designed to be. Mercedes and BMW are cheap gadgety high maintenance, poor build material garbage. I’ve owned Mercedes and will never own another one.

[@OutMotorsports]

Curious where you think we lost the plot. The LS 500 is a very nice car with a fantastic ride, better than expected handling for its size (though it’s very much a cruiser and not a corner carver) and dated/hard to use tech. That’s what we said.

[@Flamewake]

Completely wasted the opportunity to call the f-sport ostentatious and ghastly