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Lexus LS460 (2007)
by Chris Bishop,reviewed December 2007
Galling prices, depreciation dips, sizeable thirsts and monstrous maintenance costs are mere monetary irritants for limousine owners.
Pampering, innovation and prestige are decisive. And Lexus lacks for nothing on those fronts: better equipped than its peers, full of safety aids, comfortable and hushed.
Despite its complexity the controls can be mastered in moments. Practicality is near perfect, the warranty is strong and that build is priceless.
Changes from the radical eight-speed gearbox are virtually impossible to pick, the V8 is smooth, powerful and surprisingly throaty and the brakes bear up admirably.
The centre rear spot and boot are tight, the 19-inch wheels thump and create noticeable noise and its handling, while rewarding, is not top-shelf.
Overall though, prosperity provides ample rewards.
For
Features, safety, smoothness, quality
Against
Handling, value, boot size
Car Details
| Vehicle make |
Lexus |
| Vehicle model |
LS460 |
| Vehicle type |
Large Over $60,000 |
| Year |
2007 |
| Price when new |
$184,874 MLP |
| Current price range |
$ - $
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| Insurance |
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| Approved Repairers |
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| Engine |
4.6-litre, DOHC, V8 |
| Max power |
280 kW @ 6400 rpm |
| Max torque |
493 Nm @ 4100 rpm |
| Acceleration to 100 km/h |
5 secs |
| Braking from 80 km/h |
24.5m |
| Economy ADR |
11.1 litres / 100km |
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This review is based on road testing conducted by The Road Ahead. Further vehicle reviews, in-depth comparisons and coverage of consumer motoring issues can be found in the Club's magazine. Prices listed were current at the time of review and are manufacturers list prices and do not include statutory and delivery charges. Prices can vary from time to time and dealer to dealer.