2010 Lexus LS
2010 Lexus LS comes with its fabulous design elements, its latest features along with the Sporty package for a boastful performance. Three editions are launched in the market namely: standard-sized 460, 460-L and hybrid 600h-L which has added 5 inches to the car’s length and wheelbase. It has a superb acceleration power coupled with the attractive interior equipments. This car gives a calm ride with massive speed. But it lacks the ample space for baggage to be carried and there is no air cooling facility at the rear seats as well.
The 460-L and 460 models of 2010 Lexus LS are available in AWD but rear-wheel drive is a standard in them. The hybrid 600h-L has a standard AWD with 5 liter capacity having gas V8 engine producing 438hp by an electric motor. Every 460 edition has a 4.6 liter capacity with V8 engine having automatic transmission of 8-speed. The editions with rear-wheel drive have 380hp, where as the AWD versions have 357hp. The hybrid models utilize CVT- continuously variable transmission that act similar to the automatic.
The safety features incorporated are: antiskid system, ABS, traction control, airbags for front-knees; front-side; rear-side and curtain-side. The Latest lane-exit alert system is installed in these cars that assist the driver to return to the correct lane in case of drifting. They include Enform with Safety Connect system as a new feature that helps regarding security, expediency, emergency and other safety controls efficiently. Air suspension feature is a standard on every LS AWD version along with the 460-L rear-wheel drive models. Wireless radio, steering-connected headlights, engine-initiation remote system are standard features on all editions.
The sports package in 2010 Lexus LS is only offered in 460 rear-wheel-drive model that includes, sporty air suspension, propel shifters for steering wheel, Brembo brakes, exclusive spruce and wheels of 19-inch. The Comfort Package in 460 models comprise of powered rare-sunshade, front seats with heat and ventilation option, heated steering and rear seats. The Comfort Plus Package includes airbags for the rear-side and powered rear-seat. The 460-L model has a 4-zone climate system and ventilated rear seats. Along with 460-L, 600h has a Executive Class Seating Package which converts the arrangement to a dragging table with seats for 4 passengers, a sprawl, Entertainment system and a rear-right seat wit massaging feature.
In 600h model the navigation system is a standard and is an optional one in 460-L and 460. All LS models have a rearview camera coupled with Pre-Collision Safety System as a standard. The adjustable cruise control by design detects any possible accident and thus firms the seatbelts and sets the brakes. A Parking system is also incorporated that directs the corresponding parking without using steering wheel.
The vehicles are rated into 18 groups by Consumer Guide Automotive based on their market grade, cost and size. The premium versions in lavish sedans rank at the top in the auto industry that depicts modern technology in their craft. They are quite expensive having 6-digit price tag.
The top ranked coupes in the market are Lexus LS, Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Hyundai Genesis. The recommended coupes are Cadillac DTS and Audi A4-S4. The newest or the extensively reshaped models for this category are Lexus LS, Fisker Karma, Porsche Panamera and Jaguar XJ Series. The 2010 hybrid models are Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7-Series.
