2008 Lexus LS 600h L First Drive

Test vehicle: 2008 Lexus LS 600h L
Base Price: $104,000 ($675 dest.)
Engine Size and Type: 5.0-liter V8/permanent magnet electric motor
Horsepower (combined): 438 hp
Engine Torque: 385 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission: electronically controlled continuously variable transmission

Dimensions
Curb weight, lbs.: 5,049
EPA Fuel Economy, mpg (city/hwy): 20/22
Wheelbase, inches:121.7
Length, inches: 202.8
Width, inches:73.8
Height, inches: 58.3
Seating capacity: five/four with Executive Seating package
Headroom, inches (front/rear):38/38
Legroom, inches (front/rear): 45.5
Max cargo capacity, cu.ft.: 11.7
Ground clearance, inches: 5.3

Photos courtesy of Lexus, Keith Buglewicz