PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE

The smoothness and refinement of the LS 460 belies its sheer power. As 4.6 litres of Quad Cam V8 power is unleashed, a suite of advanced technologies come into play.

Optimal engine power, improved fuel economy

The all alloy Quad Cam V8 engine combines port and direct injection, optimising power output. Accelerate and you'll feel the engine effortlessly develop 280kW of power at 6,400rpm with 493Nm of torque at 4,100rpm. Conversely, the LS 460 sets an impressive standard in fuel efficiency for luxury vehicles over 4.0 litres at just 11.1 litres per 100km1.

 

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Dual Variable Valve Timing

To ensure crisp response at all engine speeds, Lexus created the world's first Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence and Electric inlet valve timing system. The system continually monitors the engine's speed and load, and optimises its breathing to suit the driving conditions. This ensures you get maximum power and improved fuel economy1.

World's first eight speed automatic transmission

The lightweight eight speed automatic transmission is designed to improve performance and fuel efficiency. Artificial Intelligence Shift Control selects the optimum shift pattern to suit your driving style and road conditions. Alternatively, you can take control by switching to sequential shifting mode.

Intelligent suspension systems

The LS 460 has air suspension rather than conventional coil springs, with a button on the centre console that can raise the height of the vehicle as required. You can fine tune the suspension settings to suit your preferred level of ride comfort and handling with Adaptive Variable Suspension - 'Sport' for tight responsive handling, 'Normal' for everyday driving, or 'Comfort' for a luxuriously smooth ride.

Variable Gear Ratio Steering

Excellent directional stability is provided by the combination of Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) and Electric Power Steering. VGRS tailors the rate of steering response according to the vehicle's speed. Slow down to park and the steering becomes more sensitive for easier manoeuvring.

LS 460 Sport model


The LS 460 Sport model adds a sporting performance kick to the exceptionally smooth and confident LS driving experience. Touch the start button in the LS 460 Sport and grip the premium steering wheel. In Drive and sequential shifting modes, gear selection is right at your fingertips via the race-inspired paddle shifters.

The highly responsive eight speed automatic transmission upshifts in just 0.3 seconds. Sequential shifting mode allows you to maximise the power reserves of the LS 460 Sport engine. Decelerate and Blipping Downshift Control Logic briefly blips the throttle between gears to prepare the transmission for gearshifts, executed in a lightning fifth of a second. Artificial Intelligence Shift Control optimises the transmission during cornering and hill climbs.

On the LS 460 Sport, the spring constant of the front and rear pneumatic springs is increased to reduce body roll on tight turns. Thicker stabiliser bars on the front and rear help ensure flatter, more stable cornering.

Lexus teamed with leading supplier BremboTM to jointly develop an advanced braking system for the LS 460 Sport. Large 380mm ventilated front discs with six -piston callipers and 334mm rear discs provide superior stopping performance. High friction brake pads further enhance brake feel and anti-brake fade.

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Footnotes

1. Fuel consumption will vary depending on driving conditions/style, vehicle conditions and options/accessories. Source of fuel consumption data: ADR 81/02 combined (L/100km).