2007 Lexus LS 460 First Drive

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TO THE POINT What’s New? This all-new fourth-generation luxury sedan is powered by the first new V8 engine Lexus has developed in 17 years, gets the world’s first eight-speed automatic transmission, and comes in a new extended wheelbase LS 460 L model to better battle the best from Europe.
Selling Points: Powerful and smooth new engine/transmission combo; drop-dead gorgeous interior; LS 460 L’s NBA star-sized rear seat; user-friendly technology; slick self-parking feature
Deal Breakers: Lacks some of the sporty driving character of competing models; toe room in short supply in LS 460’s rear seat; large floor hump makes sitting in center of rear seat a bit awkward
Our Advice: If you’re in the market for a full-on luxury sedan and share our love/hate relationship with technology, look no further than the Lexus LS 460.

MEET THE COMPETITION Audi A8/A8L
BMW 750i/750Li
Jaguar XJ8/XJ8L
Mercedes-Benz S550

RELATED LINKS Lexus LS 460 Photo Gallery
Lexus LS 460 Preview
Lexus LS 600h L Preview

Specifications The 2007 Lexus LS 460’s primary competitors include the Audi A8, BMW 7 Series, Jaguar XJ, and Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Test Vehicle: 2007 Lexus LS 460/LS 460 L
Base Price Range: $57,000 – $75,000 (estimated)
Engine Size and Type: 4.6-liter V8
Engine Horsepower: 380 at 6,400 rpm
Engine Torque: 367 lb.-ft. at 4,100 rpm
Transmission: Eight-speed automatic with manual shift feature
Curb Weight, lbs.: 4,244/4,332
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 19/27 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 21.2 mpg
Length: 198.0/202.8 inches
Width: 73.8 inches
Wheelbase: 116.9/121.7 inches
Height: 58.1/57.7 inches
Legroom (front/rear): N/A
Headroom (front/rear): 38.0/38.0 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Five
Max. Cargo Volume: 18.0 cu.-ft. (12.0 cu.-ft. with rear A/C)
Competitors: Audi A8, BMW 7 Series, Jaguar XJ, Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Photos courtesy of Lexus

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