2016 Lexus LS 460: What's New
Vehicle Overview
Lexus’ flagship LS 460 full-size sedan is available in standard form and as a limousinelike long-wheelbase LS 460 L model that stretches 205 inches from bumper to bumper — 5 inches more than the standard model. The LS can seat up to five people, and both sizes are available with rear- or all-wheel drive. Competitors include the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
A hybrid version of the LS 460 L sedan, dubbed LS 600h L, is covered separately in the Cars.com Research section.
(Skip to details on the: LS 460 F Sport)
New for 2016
Lexus has added more adhesive to make the LS 460’s body stiffer, and summer run-flat tires are optional. Lexus Enform Service Connect automatically generates vehicle maintenance information that’s available through a Lexus app and online.
Significant Standard Features
- Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
- Power moonroof
- Power door-closers
- Aluminum and wood trim
- Navigation system with 12.3-inch screen
- Remote Touch console controller
- Bluetooth cellphone connectivity and streaming audio
- Subscription-based Safety Connect emergency communication system
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- LED headlights
- Air suspension with selectable modes
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated and cooled front seats
- Mark Levinson premium stereo
- Long-wheelbase model offers an Executive Class Seating Package with a reclining right-side rear seat, a rear center console with a tray table, ventilation controls, a drink cooler and a Blu-ray entertainment system
- Power rear sunshade
- Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
- Advanced Pre-Collision System, which helps detect pedestrians and apply strong braking power
LS 460 F Sport
Positioned as the engaging-to-drive LS, the F Sport model is differentiated on the outside by its unique mesh grille with a black surround, larger cooling openings, round fog lights and F Sport badges. The exterior changes are complemented on the inside with sport seats, aluminum pedals, shift paddles on the steering wheel and a black Alcantara simulated suede headliner.
What’s Special
- 19-inch forged-aluminum wheels
- Lowered air suspension
- Limited-slip differential for rear-wheel-drive versions
- Brembo-brand brakes
