Lexus celebrates 35 years of LS sedan

Sitting atop the hierarchy as Lexus' flagship sedan and celebrating 35 years since its debut, the brand is continuing the Lexus LS' legacy with the release of a 2025 model year variant in the U.S.A. - although it's worth noting that this remains unchanged from the previous iteration. 

Offering five wheel designs and colours depending on grade, the 2025 LS models continue to come with the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, Digital Key capability, a Head-up Display, and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen as standard. And just as before, the sedan is also going on sale with both hybrid and pure combustion-powered variants on offer.

The LS 500 allows its driver to tailor its powertrain response and feel by choosing between six modes (Eco, Comfort, Normal, Custom, Sport S, Sport S+)

The LS 500 sports a 3.4-litre, twin-turbo V6 engine delivering 410bhp and 600Nm of torque, allowing it to go from 0-100km/h in as quick as 4.6 seconds. All-wheel drive is optional, and the car is adorned with 19-inch alloy wheels.

The LS 500h AWD, on the other hand, is powered by a twin-turbo V6 paired with an electric motor, with a system output of 349bhp, and is adorned with 20-inch alloy noise-reduction wheels. It is also equipped with Lexus Teammate, which provides both Advanced Drive and Advanced Park.

A lip shape on the piston top helps with low emissions when the engine is cold, and a wastegate control on the twin-turbo engine enhances performance efficiency

At the front, the LS models sport a stylish front fascia with squared lower radiator air intakes, with the 3-projector LED headlamps featuring a vertically stacked layout.

Luxury and Executive packages offer Haku interior ornamentation as an option, including wood and leather-trimmed heated steering wheels and seats offering heating and massages.