Lexus LS (XF40)

Lexus LS 600h (2007-2010)

The internally Lexus USF40 designated luxury car the LS series of Lexus is available in Germany since January 2007. It has the world's first automatic transmission with eight speed steps. With the LS 600h is available since June 2007, the most powerful hybrid engine.

Technical innovations

For the current Lexus LS series numerous technical innovations are:

  • The field monitor is a camera mounted on the steering column, which operates at night by infrared and monitors the symmetry of the support of the driver's face. If an irregularity is detected, because the driver looks out the side window, for example, or when falling asleep momentarily closes his eyes for too long, a message is sent to the on-board electronics.
  • Object recognition AODs uses a millimeter wave radar, a stereo camera and an infrared projectors and monitors the area in front of and behind the road vehicle.
  • The lane assistant keep LKA ( Lane Keeping Assist ) monitored by the stereo camera, the pavement marking and warns optically and acoustically if it is over, without the indicator has been set.
  • At the same time activated automatic distance control the electric power steering (EPS) supports variable ratio ( VGRS ) the driver actively by artificially generated steering forces to maintain the track.
  • The Notlenkassistent (ESA ) provides in a dangerous situation for a more direct steering response.
  • LED low beam in the LS 600h.

In summary, in the Pre- Crash Safety System ( PSC), these systems are designed to increase active safety and intervene preventively. If the system detects an unavoidable collision, including the straps are tightened, the Brake Assist is activated and the adaptive air suspension ( AVS) regulates in order to minimize the consequences of accidents.

In addition, a sensor-controlled parking assist ( IPA) ( self -directing parking aid ) is available for the LS 460. By an ultrasonic sensor in the front bumper of a parking space is measured, then captured by the rear camera and displayed after selecting reverse gear on a monitor. The driver confirmed this parking space and may enter in this, the steering operates independently.

Cockpit

Facelift

In the spring of 2010 was a subtle facelift. It included slightly modified sills and rear lights. In addition, the radiator grille of the air intake underneath has been changed as well.

Early 2013 was made a great facelift in the LS. Here, tail lights, headlights, grille and sill of the current Lexus design line has been aligned. In addition, new LED headlights and taillights to be used.

Rear view

Motors

For the Lexus LS series motors are available in two wheelbases 2. With both engines are V8 gasoline engines. In the LS 600h L 600h/LS the gasoline engine is assisted by an electric motor and a high-capacity battery - a so-called full hybrid system. However, the battery pack reduces the luggage compartment volume of 505 liters in the LS 460 to 325 liters in the LS 600h L. 600h/LS In addition, the payload of 365-475 kg 225-385 kg reduced to - depending on the equipment.

Hybrid

For the Lexus LS 600h, a hybrid drive is available. This is a combination of a 5.0 -liter V8 gasoline engine and an electric motor. He has relatively low fuel consumption and emission values ​​. Its output is 327 kW ( 445 hp ), with an acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.3 s at low speed it is driven exclusively by the electric motor. The LS 600h achieved in pure electric drive mode speeds up to 50 km / h At higher speeds and dynamic acceleration, the gas engine is automatically joined. The hybrid system has an intelligent control that automatically chooses the most effective and efficient combination of power sources. During braking and coasting, the electric motor converts kinetic energy into electrical energy and stores it in the high performance battery.

As an additional innovation Lexus offered the world's first manufacturer for the LS 600h first time LED low-beam headlamps fitted as standard. This consists of three LED lens for the low beam and two additional LEDs for close-range illumination. The beam function is taken over by a xenon light, indicator and side light from incandescent lamps.

Car classification Luxury vehicle Curb weight Autonomous cruise control system Engine displacement
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