The 2018 Lexus LS 500 Is the $120,000 Ultimate Lexus Sedan

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The 2018 Lexus LS 500 is the most expensive Lexus sedan ever. Today I’m reviewing a 2018 LS 500h to show you why the new Lexus LS 500 is such a special car - and why this LS 500h is worth $120,000.
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[@oemasian9617]

"i borrowed this lexus from lexus seattle which is a lexus dealer in seattle" well you dont say... lmao

[@shamiraqureshi7030]

😂😂

[@MrWzeljunior]

Because some companies have subsidiaries in a different city than the original, under the same title.

[@no-hi2mr]

@Jacob Zondag yes

[@xxripcity3310]

He wanted to say “GIANT” Lexus dealer

[@Smacksmack206]

To be completely honest. Lexus of Seattle isn't located in Seattle... Anyone who lives here knows it's In Lynnwood and nobody considers Lynnwood to be Seattle.......

[@howdy3670]

I still remember the day i turned 18 and my dad finally let me operate the lexus LS power trunk

[@ProjectEurobeat]

Lol

[@airtioteclint]

Lol

[@cyurenes9961]

Lol

[@muffmaster]

Lol

[@TheCostantinus]

Lol

[@goldencosmonaut]

I work at a Lexus dealer, in service. I’ve seen LS400s with under 20k miles and over 500k miles. Those cars just keep driving no matter what happens.

[@nellatl]

How about the hybrids? Es300h. How long do they last before the hybrid battery goes out?

[@goldencosmonaut]

Nell Nell they’re still relatively new but I’ve seen 2015’s with 150k miles, personally I think lexus toyota/Lexus has the best hybrid systems, I know a customer with an LS 600hL with like 230k miles on all original hybrid components

[@goldencosmonaut]

Nell Nell The first RX Hybrids are very well made in my opinion, if you find a maintained used one it’ll last a long time with original parts

[@nellatl]

@@goldencosmonaut what about the es hybrid? How many miles can i get out of the es300h? 🤔

[@nellatl]

@@goldencosmonaut so do they start to go bad at 150k? Also what maintenance required? I heard you have to clean the fan that cools the hybrid battery? 🤔

[@johnfrei9057]

The detail and craftsmanship on this Lexus reminds me of a high-end Seiko watch.

[@zacmanner47]

LOL , not a rolex eh

[@johnfrei9057]

Zac Manner If it was crafted like a Rolex, the price would be much higher for sure. Same as if it was made as well as a Grand Seiko.

[@zacmanner47]

John Frei good point , Agreed🙏🙏🤜🤛

[@seikocitizenwatches]

John Frei Grand Seiko that is.

[@minecalos1870]

or a good cartier

[@jackmcdonald8355]

That glass trim brings "Don't slam the doors!" To a whole new level

[@mattmolloy636]

My friend has a Lexus LS with glass trim, you could drop kick the doors closed and they’ll still be fine. Ofc I haven’t actually tried this and I’m speculating based on regular use, but I’ll consider testing this theory if we wind up having a wild night out…

[@tulsatombob2769]

Both my mom and dad had their own 1992 Lexus LS 400. Of all the cars they owned, the Lexus was better and more reliable than any other cars.

[@forc3ofxf3ar51]

Tulsatom Bob I bet! Only downside to the old LS was bad cats and valve cover gaskets.

[@aesaehttr]

Negligible for sure

[@fredjackson6576]

Probably being built by Toyota had something to do with that reliability..👍

[@_.twixxx]

of course it is. it’s technically a toyota because lexus is owned by toyota.

[@hamm3rh3ad51]

Did they finally let you open the trunk when you turned 18?

[@ufcivil]

I bet that 30 year old ls is more reliable than 2019 s class.

[@nicka2121]

mercedes is so nice but so garbage to own

[@StepTronic]

Nick A maybe a second hand one is especially if it does not have warranty and if you can’t afford one with warranty why the hell are you buying one in the first place

[@nicka2121]

@@StepTronic It has nothing to do with being able to afford one, New cars depreciate, they are liabilities. Buying a second hand car is way better, but if you get one without warranty youre f**(@D

[@StepTronic]

Nick A if it depreciated so badly why not lease or finance depending on how much value it will lose

[@ivangutierrez0324]

imtechguy if u got daddy’s money then get one

[@InternetDude]

Thanks Doug, I just bought a 2018 Lexus LS500, a year and a half old and saved $34,000 off new price. Got rid of my troublesome Tesla, so I'm happy!! Such an amazing car!!

[@RexFella]

What tesla model did you have? What kind of issues where you having? (I'm looking to own a tesla)

[@InternetDude]

@@RexFella two Model S’s. Avoid Tesla unless you live very close to a service center and you have a second backup car. See my vids.

[@RackedupYe300]

Cost 43k now

[@danielmiller9012]

@@InternetDude Tesla interiors just aren't good for the $ I'm SO glad I went with my GLE over the Tesla model X.

[@InternetDude]

@@danielmiller9012 ooooh nice choice I am considering getting an EQE

[@AcuraAddicted]

When Doug said features BEFORE querks, I skipped a heart beat.

[@high_drivexxx]

Acura Addicted LMFAO. This comment

[@husseinmazhar8572]

Quirk not querk

[@SpenserRoger]

In the future, historians will point to this car as the inspiration for the "pedo-net grille" that was so named because of the phenomenon in the early 2020's where the new 'Artificial Intelligence' powered self driving cars began hunting down and kidnapping children using their giant grilles. Unfortunately many "intelligences" would lose their lives to the hordes of weapon toting parents and car owners before it was realized the cars just weren't smart enough to befriend adults and we're simply just lonely & looking for a friend to play Pokemon go with.

[@penvon]

Fun Fact...The people buying this car aren’t the ones complaining.It’s ALWAYS the ones who CANNOT afford it that keep on complaining.

[@brunobaezaf.4705]

Real talk, lol. All these people talking shit would love to have it...

[@comments7335]

The first intelligent comment i've heard around here.

[@JasonJia11]

That's the biggest straw man I've ever heard of

[@PvMTyler]

that executive package cost more than my whole 2018 Toyota Camry. Lol.

[@ssnoc]

Your Camry is more dependable and a smarter purchase 👍

[@XxNewmilleniumxX]

@@ssnoc aren’t they made the same how would reliability be better on a Camry. Serious question btw I need some in sight on this.

[@AlejandroLopez-ze8gu]

@@XxNewmilleniumxX The camry is just an overall simpler car with simpler parts. Luxury vehicles are more often than not less reliable just because they're more complex and have more features that can potentially break.

[@mickaelsilva3878]

underrated car..

[@mikephilips6905]

Mickael Silva ya es sells way better

[@kgisabeast]

Can’t believe how good looking it is

[@tomtas6999]

@@kgisabeast 🙄

[@truckingjamaicans5045]

@Ackj 375718 lom

[@blewyd]

@@ivangamer8022 and nobody needs your useless opinion.

[@joshbacon8241]

Doug, the type of guy to take a rental car to a car meet.

[@deserteagle10]

Have these "Doug is the type of guy" comments ever been funny?

[@alexrudaj1435]

deserteagle10 always

[@AmongUs-mb4qx]

deserteagle10 I chuckled!

[@mixmasterfestus8096]

Doug the type of guy to post "Have these "Doug is the type of guy" comments ever been funny?" under a different screen name

[@rashadvq]

Josh Bacon you're everywhere

[@DanafoxyVixen]

That door panel glass is some next level shit! imagine it back or edge lit at night

[@Moore91]

Imagine that glass door panel when you get t-boned.

[@leavemealone2006]

Bryan Moore it is safety glass just like your windshield

[@mrvwbug4423]

I wonder if Lexus offers mood lighting for the glass trim, if they don't, they should.

[@Uniquestanced]

It looks like a hatchback sedan from the back

[@dparag14]

Dana Vixen What I don't understand is, cheap cars give Android auto & car play, why do such expensive ones still have old style button screens & touch pad!?

[@JoeBoyHHI]

This car is unbelievable. The attention to detail is impeccable. The glass inserts and door panels are gorgeous. If I was in the market for a full size luxury Sedan this would be at the top of my list although I'd prefer to go certified preowned. I despise oversized grills however Lexus is one of the few that can pull it off. It's quite tasteful.

[@SergCarReviews]

I totally agree! I've driven the 7 series and S Class and the LS is just better overall (although I would say tech was better in the euros) but when given the chance to drive them for weeks I sort of got over the 7 series and s-class whilst still wanting to keep driving the LS! I've actually made a few videos on them if you have time to watch it I would love to hear your thoughts :)

[@zhongshengzhongsheng8996]

but It's aging. The interior looks old and the infotainment is lagging behind the competitors. That haven't had a significant update fot it in 5 years, I hope they do soon

[@jamesandonian7829]

I feel like lexus is the most underated car. Period!

[@hassansmw5634]

WELL SAID

[@naslazhdaysyamomentom]

SKY LINER and they don’t break as often as the germans :)

[@naslazhdaysyamomentom]

@@V12BENZ They are reliable but Toyota/Lexus are more reliable.

[@alh06]

@@V12BENZ "check the facts", then proceeds to reference opinions from magazines known to be paid off. my bmw 6 series went out after 2 years of ownership, check the facts.

[@alh06]

@@V12BENZ Imagine telling someone else that facts are wrong and then listing a bunch of garbage opinions. The touchscreen and all your modern safety systems and reclining seats were revolutionized by Toyota and Lexus. Modern SUVS as well.

[@emanuelmartinez278]

Doug the Type of dude to go out on a date and give her a Doug score

[@WestZ]

Emanuel Martinez I lol’d.

[@theexplorebooni612]

Hahahahahahahaha wovvv it's funny but very true

[@dealertag]

😂

[@tikiman48]

Hahahaha

[@InvictvsNox]

I want to see that 1990 LS400 review SO BAD right now.

[@koru2374]

It's certainly aged very well. Still one of the best cars on the road today.

[@dparag14]

InvictvsNox Americans are SUV lovers, I doubt that car will be sold as much as a raptor.

[@InvictvsNox]

I kinda really want one as a reliable, but fun sleeper daily/beater.

[@StellarBlue1]

I bet there are more than a few Lex'i out there that are pretty damn good "used cars"...I'll take two, please!

[@InvictvsNox]

Alllllll about that bulletproof 1UZ!

[@ionneifion2012]

17:35 - I think the grill is gorgeous! even though it's big it's still beautiful. It seems to wrap around the mechanicals and I like it.

[@michaelmitchell6089]

@Yemi Not as ugly as the BMW grill

[@sivvinod3187]

@Storma it looks like the nerdy lid with glasses who snorts while laughing.

[@jonesjones7057]

Thank God. Finally a car with a mirror in the back seat. Been waiting my whole life.

[@brandonhyatt2048]

My '16 S-class has them!

[@KungFuHustle38]

they’ve been around in brand’s flagship models (S-class, 7-Series, A8’s) since ‘95

[@tylerforget7649]

I have a 2004 Lexus LS430 and it has the mirrors. You’re 15 years late :p

[@TheCoolDave]

@@tylerforget7649 my 2001 had them, and on a 2014 now... always had them...

[@gianni99999]

Lmao how did no one get it above

[@hamzapervez6603]

Oh my godness u do wear full pants.I thought u wore only short pants.Thats one of the interesting quirks of this video.

[@daveblueballz6659]

Those are called jeans.

[@kingartison]

That’s a quirk to you?

[@Kaeepe]

My pussy wet by it self 😐

[@ElNietoPR]

That's because he's in the east coast. EDIT: It has come to my attention that Seattle is not in the East Coast.

[@iZAK44Ftw]

@@ElNietoPR Seattle is East Coast?

[@goldenmirror897]

I love that you included L/100km and kg :)

[@GaneshNayak]

golden mirror yeah.. km per litre (kmpl) would have been even better. Still nice to include metric system

[@nelliebpink13]

Forget a house I’m living in this car

[@djl_cyber_yt]

The only bad part is that it doesn’t come with a bathroom

[@prabhatgautam7888]

@@djl_cyber_yt that's what the center console is for.

[@djl_cyber_yt]

@@prabhatgautam7888 Uhhh, no.

[@TheCoolDave]

The smog sensor is a sensor behind the grill that will detect smog, bad smells, etc. The main thing what it does when it detects a bad smell, it turns off outside air coming in... It works shockingly well. They had this feature in for years, even my old 2007 LS had it... There is a little filter in the sensor, that no one seems to know about, if it's not working well, you pull the filter out, clean it drop in it and it gets even better

[@-TJ-]

Here is what I think the petrol warning is for. If you leave it open for more than 30 minutes, it would assume you have forgotten to close it. As a result, it will probably block the petrol tank, which would prevent people from people able to steal your petrol. Because of this, the petrol isn't entering the tank and then begins to overflow. Closing and opening the petrol cap will reset the 30 minute timer, and allow you to begin filling it up.

[@commandroid9336]

Makes sense to me but how about automatically closing fuel cap after 30 minutes instead of blocking from inside?

[@gooney2846]

CommAndroid it most likely requires a good amount of force to close considering it's a seal. It wouldn't be worth it to add such a complicated and strong mechanism when you could just close it from the inside.

[@jonathangwynne1917]

CommAndroid, plus, they could add logic in the ECU so that if you put the car into drive with the fuel filter open, it could automatically close.

[@chrisogrady28]

I doubt it’s about stealing petrol, it will be for stopping evaporation, air entering the tank, and less fuel splashing around back up the pipe while driving.

[@gooney2846]

Christopher O'Grady I think your right, my first thought was air entering the tank preventing the pump from being able to read the level of gas in the tank. Idk how it really works though.

[@tonytanti8138]

That original 1990 LS really reminds me of street fighter

[@elianagrant8456]

Omg same! That car was in one of the stages on street fighter

[@realblackbetty2204]

haha me too

[@optimusprime5166]

10:50 that nob is fire.

[@dollarbill5859]

Have an LS400 (92). Have loved it since the first day. Can still get it to a hair over 130. All problems are with the bolt on's & some minor electrical. Thx for the tour..must've been a loaner..interior scuffs are a distraction.. lol.

[@SilvesterHumaj]

Toyota / Lexus in 1992: We are not going to use real wood in our interiors because it can split and splinter into sharp pieces in a collision. Lexus in 2018: Let's put fancy, etched slabs of glass inside ourcars on the door panels.

[@eman0828]

Toyota has used real wood in its cars for quite some time as Yamaha has been a long time supplier for hand crafted wood. Many of Toyota's engines were also co-designed by Yamaha esp the LFA.

[@peterlaing2537]

Silvester Humaj the glass is safety glass. It’ll shatter into a million tiny pieces of broken. Yes, it can scrape you, but it won’t drive daggered shards that could cause life threatening injuries.

[@2JZDestroyer]

don't forget the 2000gt's 3M , Corolla's 4AGE , MR2 and Celicas 3SGTE either :D those were all co-developed with Yamaha.

[@basurofobo]

Doug, the kind of dude who listens to AM radio...

[@TorBruheim]

Best review I have heard so far regarding this particular car.

[@amandasi8967]

My dad has a 1997 Lexus LS 400 since 2003. Has 200,000 miles on it and still runs strong. Don’t need a new one if you got one that’s paid off and works!!! 🙌🙌

[@juanchone1251]

Doug: “GET MY UMBRELLA!” Driver: “but sir the Lexus doesn’t have one” Doug: GET...MY...UMBRELLA...

[@bridgetsawamura56]

doug is the type of guy to ask his chaffeur for his umbrella like he’s in a rolls royce… even if the lexus ls500 doesn’t come with one standard

[@FrequencyORD]

ALRIGHT FINE ILL GET IT FROM THE ROLLS ROYCE!

[@JonathanRodriguezz]

I have a '96 ES300 with 298k miles on it. The engine is still good. Once you own one of these, you know it's a quality car. My family isn't full of gearheads so the car didn't even get much maintenance and yet the engine runs like a well oiled machine.

[@wellrounded713]

This guy is a reviewer that we don't need. He obviously doesn't remember back when Lexus was the car to buy, and that's whats wrong with these affected douchebag reviewers. European b******* for the past 12 years these cars are overpriced and worthless after the basic warranty because you don't know what's going to go wrong with them, so get your wallet out, and pray!!

[@xen6789]

21:11 strongest flex when you turn 18

[@onehandassassin8452]

“Son you’re no longer a child today, now you can operate the powered trunk closer!” 😂😂😂 love your jokes!!!!

[@1alexnewman]

I drove one of these and I was immediately impressed. Very good competition to the S560 and A8L

[@Bad_m340i]

The fuel will overflow because there's a valve down in the gas tank pipe leading to the actual gas tank that closes after you close the fuel door protecting it from getting stolen and the fuel doesn't splash out, and in this case automatically closes after 30 min.

[@micheldavignon]

Wow.....comparing this to a Camry....you must be driving a 1980 mercedes taht is always at the shop

[@ONI1013.]

In terms of technological advances, the Lexus is behind other brands like Audi and Mercedes. BMW is just dated. That HUD is a laughable when you see the Mercedes’ MBUX Augmented Reality Nav system. And Audi’s Parking Pilot, and HD Matrix LED headlights on the Audi’s is next gen technology. BUT with respect to comfort, quietness, and RELIABILITY, NOTHING beats Toyota/Lexus. Is that worth 120k? Not sure for me. We have both the 2018 Lexus RX and 2019 Audi A6. The Lexus has had zero maintenance issues. The Audi been in shop 3x already in last 3 months ownership for roof noise issue, haptic feedback touchscreen issue, and Auto Headlight issues.

[@ONI1013.]

David Topchiev - No one needs the technically guy I’m talking about? The technology I’m talking about is offered on all luxury cars, except some manufacturers do it better than others. What, do don’t use advanced Navigation? You don’t use High Density LED Auto Headlights? Are you completely poor and only can afford cars in the 15k range?? Bc most of these technology is becoming standard for all cars in the future. So good luck trying to say “no one needs the technology.”

[@coffeebeans7912]

@@ONI1013. No one with common sense needs 'advanced navigation' in their car, smartphones beat anything. 99% of people dont use high density led's and have been fine without it. You're simply trying to justify your shitty purchase. More gadgets you fill a car with = higher chance of repairs. This is why tons of people are switching from german cars in droves

[@InvestBetter.]

Maybe its best feature? Over 700 miles of driving range, for the Hybrid. You could drive from New York to Miami and stop once for gas

[@kdm784]

On every refill- I have never got the estimated max range to be greater than 530. 530 seems to be the max it calculates. Is anyone actually getting over 600 a tank in their hybrid

[@JeffBoski]

When Doug is feeling frisky, he wears red.

[@glenvictor028]

He calls it white.

[@jtarts4769]

lol

[@rhys2595]

he might wanna get a lil frisky by the sounds of 8:21

[@Erin_Animal_Lover]

The first time I've heard anyone use that word lol

[@anhtuanleminh1149]

Rhys .

[@picax8398]

Doug the type of guy to wear a life jacket while taking a bath

[@tadeuszlufik]

I would Love to have this car. That sprindle grille will be difficult to clean after a late night highway drive. Love the interior and subtle yet artful styling.

[@_LEONKING_]

Not even half as expensive as a Bentley and twice as good. All the money people pay for a bagde is crazy. Update: This comment is no longer applicable to the situation narrated in the oc. Lexus is not match for the big 2 once again.

[@tigerarmyrule]

It's amazing how car buyers are totally taken in by a badge. Look Audis are nice VWs. Nothing wrong with a nice VW but that is what they are. This LS is a beautiful car but again its a nice Toyota. Nothing wrong with that. Jag's F models are clunky looking. Well made good cars but clunky.

[@dlheesqrhkzwaborxnorwergcy3842]

tigerarmyrule being a nice toyota is a plus, not a con. it means the car wont crap out like the overpriced vw and become a money pit

[@timothycoyne5874]

I agree with Leon. Many luxury car buyers will turn up their noses at any non-European import, even the nicest Lexus ever. Too bad. Then again, they have the money and ability to own multiple cars so they’re not stuck with a cheap rental when their Bentley is in the shop again.

[@ACURACALABAR11]

Are you dumb or are you dumb? You really comparing a Lexus to a Bentley. Have u ever driven a Bentley. I have. My brother owns one. Have you ever driven a ls. I have my friend own one. Two different cars. If you didnt have your head up your ass you would never make such a comparison. Lexus drives like a old person car. Nice quiet and comfy. My other friend have a isf. Samething big v8 but not excited to drive. I own a ctsv so I know what I'm talking about

[@AmeerHamza-nv2ei]

@@dlheesqrhkzwaborxnorwergcy3842 scotty approves!

[@MaxSpeedMike]

Another Doug review? Here goes 20 minutes of my day ... Regret? *none*

[@gius4real415]

Michael Parks "This is why my video worth 20 minutes of Michael Parks' Time" XD

[@MaxSpeedMike]

BOO5T aye LOL imagine? I wonder how much money it would take for Doug to make that the title of a video ;)

[@Bekkenes]

They really need a new GUI designer

[@m.phoenix1399]

Whats GUI?

[@coflyer2949]

@@m.phoenix1399 graphical user interface

[@drain2375]

I dunno, I like the early 2010s JDM chic

[@jimbart76]

Always enjoy your videos. Thanks Doug! 🚘

[@hanbury22]

That maintenance reminder and the heads up arrow display makes me want this car. It’s beautiful

[@cccccc4623]

Doug the type of guy to put a windscreen wiper on his reading glasses

[@timebandit711]

Quick note, most expensive sedan Lexus ever made was the previous model (4th generation) LS600hL, price above $135,000.This 2018 model reviewed here lacks backseat screens with blu ray player, so full options would be even higher than $120,000. Also Doug fails to mention some nice features, like this car raises itself automatically 4cm once you step in or out of it, and all 4 seats go back to their original settings once you open any door, and it has a rear view camera mirror, etc

[@cliftoncheng2003]

Time Bandit true.

[@landcruiser8398]

Yes I agree

[@kdm784]

To my surprise the rear passenger side seat when reclined does not have the ottoman like function (where the feet area of the seat bottom pop up and out).. Plus i wish the executive package could go back to being named the "ultra Luxury"

[@carbrickscity]

But it's not the most expensive Toyota ever.

[@nopeynope7378]

You cant go wrong with cars of Lexus: you always pay for quality and durability - not just for the brand like Maserati for example

[@djxsquizit]

Never compare a Maserati to a Lexus, never

[@chuarh7393]

djxsquizit of course. Don't want to ruin Lexus' reputation.

[@stingerredshock3418]

@@chuarh7393 Softly speaking. Mentioning them in the same sentence is a disgrace. If someone doesn't get it, just check Doug's reviews of Maseratis. Or the reliability ratings.

[@sivvinod3187]

@@stingerredshock3418 I see people thrashing land rover, hell nah fam, start thrashing that pyramid scheme of a "car brand"

[@litamtondy]

Maserati and Lexus are the only good-sounding cars nowadays, to be fair.

[@peterandrew3861]

My friends.. I bean driving Lexus for last 20 years... man if you need a sedan... this is the one ...i promise you

[@bbc_junior4863]

Yemi Yea cause the name right lol

[@ItsMikeArre]

I though Daddy Doug was going to say this is Matt Farrah’s Million Mile Lexus LS

[@PrinceDavid]

This is not Matt Farrah’s Million Mile Lexus

[@rashadvq]

Prince David we know that

[@Scubaskot]

But it could be the Matt Farrah's Million Mile Lexus.

[@ScotterOtter]

you should check out the review by RCR to get keyed into the reference.

[@selfproclaimednobody4614]

Would be sorta impossible given that it's less than a year old! Scrotem totem pole! Word to your mutha

[@Schumanized]

Those old LS never die!!

[@Trident_Euclid]

Eril Burgos True

[@DavidBello]

Heck out the review I just made of a 2004. It’s amazing how many similar features they share.

[@Spartan536]

I can confirm this, as the owner of a 1992 LS400 with 90K it still runs like a champ. Little known fact, the 1UZFE engine in the LS400's is so reliable it is FAA certified for use in aircraft, this is an engineering achievement most automakers have never achieved in their automotive lineup. What makes things even more interesting is that a 90K mile LS400 sells for around 4K - 5K (USD) when in good condition making them the single best value luxury sedan that just about anyone can own. Sure the styling is way out of date, and I have been made fun of for driving such an old car, until they get in on the inside and realize my 1992 Lexus has a better interior than their 2015 dodge dart, then they shut up.

[@E34Benzin]

You can't beat an LS 400 when it comes to value for money. I have a 97 and it still drives better than most modern cars.

[@Spartan536]

There is a reason why people become attached to their LS400's, simply one of the best cars ever to be manufactured and a guide for how to properly build a luxury sedan.

[@raus_mit_Islam]

Head-up displays are fantastic! And this is even better with the indication of cross traffic!

[@randomlonglegcat7973]

Man, this car is a actual art price. Like the doors with glass, cloth, and leather. It's a work of art

[@SergCarReviews]

Totally agree! If you like Lexus mate, I have a few reviews of them, including the IS350. If you have time to watch it I would love to hear your thoughts :)

[@phillipspf42]

Honestly that 360 camera looks like a joke compared to the BMW / Rolls he reviewed

[@slaynan421]

Yup

[@totonueve4202]

Patrick Phillips you got rekt my dear nigga

[@phillipspf42]

ha obviously there's a price gap, just saying it didn't even look that functional

[@PoloDaBear]

Yeah the 3d model looks like something out of a Playstation 1 game

[@captainobvious5378]

At least it's better than my car's 360 camera... Oh wait I don't have one

[@schxn]

I love the LS. It’s not trying to be an S Class, or 7 Series, or A8. Its not trying to be German. It’s simply Japanese and uniquely Lexus.

[@Toyota4Life]

Sean Mangubat and that is why it’s so good. This v6 engine also outperforms the v6 in the s Class and 7 series

[@Anonym-kd5wf]

Toyota4Life Ehm No? Moreover we Germans have 600 and more hp... Our V6 models are much faster. Look in the Internet The Design is also ugly on this shitty car. Just look on the side... ugly.

[@Toyota4Life]

Du hast Recht, bester Kommentar. The German V6 engines are garage. The Lexus V6 twin turbo outperform the German V6 engines. Not talking about high performance amg models

[@SirFoodie1904]

Sean Mangubat , Well said

[@SirFoodie1904]

Toyota4Life , I agree on that one. My Merc E Class has lots power. But once the problem starts it doesn’t stop. One fuse costs me $85. I’m pretty happy with my LS450.

[@crazylegend7609]

The glass on the Ls 500 reminds me of the glass armor in skyrim

[@G1NZOU]

I love how the exterior and interior design cues match, the grill and the lines in the headlights and tail lights get replicated in the glass designs and dash lines in the interior.

[@CharlesLumia]

I like the grille. It's big, sure, but it's attractive. It also seems to mesh well with the interior, the folded material on the doors and the glass.

[@osamashaher3772]

Charles Lumia Lexus, Audi and BMW have the best Grills

[@giantrunt]

Yeah. Grilles being big is bad by itself. But it's horrible when a big grille doesn't complement a car. LS has a grille that works with the car.

[@MaxSpeedMike]

Doug the type of guy to finger the hand-pleated interior trim

[@MaxSpeedMike]

Hehe

[@waterdawg08]

Lmao...

[@MaxSpeedMike]

IvanE _14

[@MaxSpeedMike]

Bob Dobalina dude this is KZbin. If you take social media that serious, you need to re-evaluate why you do so lol it’s all jokes and good times. Relax brotha

[@MaxSpeedMike]

Bob Dobalina cool man. It’s a good idea to use time wisely and do what makes you happy. If trying to catch a response out of others is fun, so be it. As long as you’re happy and not harming anyone :)

[@redwolf9455]

20:18 My guess is that the fuel door helps keep gas from vaporizing and when the door is open and letting heat in, some mechanism blocks the line to the tank so the vapor can’t escape. If you fill the gas, the blocker is still engaged

[@onedirection3510]

That reclining back seat made me think of a review you did on a Korean luxury sedan where there’s an actual hole through the passenger seat-back for your legs to go through! 2005-2006 LS 430’s rock! Maybe best ever.

[@LacoteCohen]

Doug is the type of guy to make me fall in love with this car.

[@hectormartinez4085]

Wade Higgins Nice LF-A on your pic man

[@FoolinTvv]

Doug the type of guy to return a rental car on empty.

[@efabiano82]

This was funny 2 years ago. Get a life.

[@69king94]

Benjamin Mathew who the fuck are you?

[@znrctrnn]

The frame/vin is also on my Prius in the same location.

[@sjf1981]

Critical Thinker hahahah check my comment :)

[@sjf1981]

Evan M. Fabiano Evan M. Fabiano, the kind of guy who sounds like a woman when he complains... ;)

[@speedborb3324]

Lexus might lag behind a little in the technology but God dammit the craftsmanship is on top. I fucking love them for that.

[@laurentiutrifan8173]

The car is cool. 👍 P.S.: The front grill gives me ... a kinda Game of Thrones vibe :)

[@shookistheblaine8521]

Laurentiu Trifan why does it remind me of game of thrones? 😂😂

[@michaelmitchell6089]

@@shookistheblaine8521 cause it looks kinda like the iron throne

[@MrBswas]

"The rear is the place to be" - Doug DeMuro

[@aesaehttr]

Lol the best part

[@Zastava101.]

Is that Matt Farah's million mile Lexus?

[@Cereal421]

Patrick Bateman oh dammit

[@dparag14]

Patrick Bateman What I don't understand is, cheap cars give Android auto & car play, why do such expensive ones still have old style button screens & touch pad!?

[@nachiketdhende8681]

0:58 *This one is in pristine condition with only 38,000 miles on it.* *Any Takers?* - Doug's idea of plugging!!!

[@APAstronaut333]

Penis butthole

[@mr.motormaster9881]

+Alberto Portugal tits cat

[@AH-yg2dj]

The smog sensitivity works for the air conditioning, when you put it in automatic mode, it has a CO2 sensor that decides if it should be in recirculating mode , or taking the air from the outside

[@osteorm]

Many new cars have a air quality sensor for the climate control, it senses the on coming air for "smog" For example if you drive behind an old van it will automatically switch to air recycling so you dont have to breath in the vans exhaust That is probably what you adjust with the "smog sensitivity" feature

[@alexanderalexander3891]

Thanks for the numbers displayed in the metric system! I do really appreciate it

[@joaohugo92]

Really nice seing both the old and new cars together Doug that was nice goodjob

[@mrno_name9518]

We are most certainly in the future.

[@Pantheroful]

With the volume knob inside the tuning knob, Lexus actually went retro - knobs on 80's stereos typically had knobs like this with a ring or a lever that rotate around the central knob. I guess good 🧓 ideas will always find new life at some point...

[@beanpaste7883]

Doug the type of guy to have 1.5M subscribers, yet has never begged once for likes or subs!

[@beanpaste7883]

KentB27 true

[@beanpaste7883]

Bob Dobalina also true

[@beanpaste7883]

Bob Dobalina a lot of stuff is pathetic!

[@hri5tov]

Doug the type of guy to give his wife a weekend score

[@SD-ni9jh]

Bob Dobalina why are you so salty? It’s just a joke.

[@BigInjun05]

I like how hes amazed by the volume and tuner knob. You know the thing they did 30 years ago.

[@MitsuUltra]

I have an ls460 and i dont have that

[@bothwellchidziwa6565]

You are excellent in your presentations, keep it up!!!Big up Doug!!!

[@AnonymousFreakYT]

12:40 - Yeah, that's just the shift lever Toyota uses on all their hybrids, dating back to the 2004 Prius. Just made out of fancier materials.

[@chrissolheim7176]

Anonymous Freak is not

[@KnightriderV1]

Indeed it is, same system for my 2010 Prius

[@ianbigden238]

My roommate's 2012 Lexus CT200h has the same shifter mechanism and I've driven a 2006ish Prius with one too.

[@I3RV]

I think smog function, closes the ventilation in the car so it circulates the air inside instead taking in the dirty air inside your car [I'm not sure if that's the function but i always thought about inventing such thing into the cars, was surprised people didn't came up with it yet] if it is then well done Lexus.

[@emil5459]

Most car manufacturers just opted to go with better air filters. E.g. the s class and the model s had air filters that can even filter out viruses for years

[@santiagoa526]

I3RV I'm pretty sure that's been around for a long time now. Sounds like your describing the climate control button that shows a car with arrows going in a circle inside it

[@ezacher4634]

You mean recirculate the air? All cars have that.

[@Lukk1st]

alex santiago I assume he means the fact that it's automatic, not the fact that it can recirculate air

[@emil5459]

He probably means that the recirculation starts itself automatically as soon as it senses a certain level of pollution outside of the car

[@onthemoney8356]

So the car has the highest quality interior in it's class....it's had the best acceleration in it's class and the nicest compliment he could say was it's better than a Genesis and doesn't handle like a sports car..Gee..Thanks Doug!

[@georgipopov8989]

The Smog Sensor evaluates the quality of the air that enters the cabin via the AC. So you end up with three modes - recirculation, piping outside air in the cabin and auto. Obviously via the Smog Sensitivity Sensor you can alter the sensitivity of the system from "Piping air in even in Beijin" to "recirculating air everytime someone with a diesel vehicle accelerates in front of you"

[@ryanmartinage]

The original LS400 is one of the best cars ever made.

[@N3RFTHIS]

Ryan Martinage yep. Mine has 68k miles. 1989 celsior

[@rashadvq]

MoarPower that's less than my car, and its made in 2013

[@mmp11472]

Wrong

[@MatrixDiscovery]

Agreed. A true legend.

[@paladin3116]

Back when Lexus was on the same level as benz and BMW. Now it's a car brand for women

[@glottis5]

that 3d camera looks like an n64 game

[@onesaitama5156]

n64 was the best!

[@hiramrosajr8231]

Don't insult the n64

[@skyforce2132]

It’s Japanese so you would expect that

[@jrodificator1]

I gotta say the glass and the fabric scales make this look really cool

[@kristianallred3872]

I love the nexus rx300h when you turn the sport/ eco dial. It does a cool animation on a real looking gage cluster. Like its its own screen and it changes between the 2

[@E69apeTheMatrix420]

Doug, Im So Happy I Found You!

[@Babbaha]

gauge cluster changing knob is amazing. easy, useful and really really wonderful. maybe you don't need in this luxury car but I'm amazed and hope it will spread out to other brands. it is annoying to jump in couple of menus just for changing the gauge cluster into sports mode or a classic view. Don't underestimate this part, every other part of the car is for public view but this part is just for the driver :)

[@JohncyBillups]

Just got this same exact car today. I am blown away! Smoothest car and surprisingly very quick for a 5,000lb+ lb car. I still need to get used to the nav system with the touchpad which will take some time. It just feels like it is built very well with a super quiet interior while driving! #mindblown

[@baetovantv]

daddy money

[@TheG60528XiJinPing]

@@baetovantv What? 🤡

[@Veikra]

the maintenance screen is actually really nice. Good layout and easy to use. better than requiring a scanner to reset the service a service b type of deal.

[@jordandaniels3911]

Can somebody please make a compilation video of Doug saying "this"?

[@chifley123]

Jordan Daniels Voice cracks compilation would be amazing.

[@behappy5869]

Jordan Daniels and then from that compilation take a shot everytimes he says this.

[@slaynan421]

There is one already

[@EvolutionMachinetoMan]

@6:55 Truly amazing

[@kodeys4090]

Review my 16 Lexus LS460L executive package!! I really envy the glass trim over my shimo-moku wood trim..

[@bryanrmcf]

That volume knob is so old school, so cool!

[@batteryvoltas]

The fuel filler door warning makes perfect sense , the car has a system which closes another valve after 30 mins so that it doesn't leak / splash fuel just in case you forgot to close the cap!

[@flaminglips123]

THANK you! I came down here just to look for this.

[@dan5979]

this should be a pinned comment!

[@Zizzily]

Pretty sure with increasingly strict emissions standards that when you open the fuel door, it also vents the tank since the gas pump should recover any gas fumes, but they want to reduce the amount of fumes that are venting to the environment as much as possible.

[@PowerDUp]

Fuel caps on most modern cars are "non-venting", which means they store the gas fumes in charcoal canisters and then use those gases during certain driving operation, like cruising down the highway, when you're not demanding a lot of power.

[@xenonram]

If it's anything like my hybrid, it has something to do with the electrical bits. My fuel door has a pressure sensor and won't open until it's ready. You press the fuel door button, and it opens when there is no pressure built up.

[@alexandruilea915]

Zzyzx Wolfe actually the fuel tank locks itself so nobody can put water in it if you forgot it open in the parking lot. I have seen many people forget the fuel door opened and next days complaining that their car is not working properly anymore. 😆

[@AnonymousFreakYT]

Yup, it's part of the hybrid "Partial Zero Emission Vehicle" version. The gas tank also has a rubber liner that contracts and expands with the fuel to avoid having fuel vapor. Which deteriorates over time - my 2004 Prius gas tank is officially an 11.9 gallon tank. When new, if I ran it to far enough empty that the warning light started blinking, I would put in 10-11 gallons. Now, I've run it to the warning light blinking and it only puts in about 8 gallons, as that rubber liner has stiffened and doesn't stretch to the full capacity any more. Between that and the battery losing capacity lowering mileage (got 45-50 MPG when new, now closer to 35-40,) my total range has dropped from almost 500 miles to barely 300 per fill.

[@compu85]

My 2014 ELR has the same warning on it.

[@batman.._]

Doug the smog sensor is used to switch the Air circulation from outside to inside and vice-versa. This has been since LS400 but configurable in this. I noticed that when I put it in auto for circulation, it switches between outside and re circulation based on the o2 sensors reading on exhaust emissions - the theory being dirtier the emissions they switch from outside to cabin re-circulation mode.

[@nicka2121]

Its crazy how much more reliable a Lexus is than an Audi, Mercedes, BMW. I was looking at the Audi S5 and RS5 and they have crazy problems with their engines, Mercedes C63 has head bolt issues in the engine, and the Mercedes Suvs always break down. I am really going to switch over to Lexus, I love what they are starting to come out with.

[@skyforce2132]

David Topchiev it’s a v12 engine what do you expect

[@memeade3914]

Isf

[@6.7de92]

The rs5 has no engine problems. The 4.2 v8s that were made in the older a8s had timing chain tensioner issues they are made of (hard plastic) the engine in the rs5 has metal ones.

[@6.7de92]

Other than that issue the 4.2 is one of the most reliable v8 ever made

[@busarider22_22]

Not really..lexus has it own issues such as suspension break down and defected engine blocks etc..see it for yourself at club lexus..may an old lexus but not anymore