2017 Lexus LS 460 Rumors

2017 Lexus LS 460 Rumors

2017 Lexus LS 460 Rumors - Lexus working on a new platform rear-wheel-drive that will support a brand new generation LS flagship sedan and the new high-end coupe serving as the successor to the SC. We've reported a lot on the coupe, which is expected to be called LC and features styling inspired by the LF-LC concept car in 2012, but now we have some details about the new LS sedan.

LS when it was introduced for the 2007 model year and since then received a series of updates to compete with rivals Germany and deflect new arrivals from Korea, which updates the latest addition to the brand in 2013 about the spindle grille. This all-new LS will arrive on the market next year, as 2017 models.

2017 Lexus LS 460 Rumors - Design

There is no accurate information on the design of the Interior and Exterior of the car. But in the face of rival manufacturers would have to redesign the 2017 Lexus LS with perfect design and more attractive than the old model. Rumor has front and rear of the car will change and reinforced security in the system so that the driver does not need to worry.

In addition to the machines, some of the rumor also mentions that the Lexus is also provided an update on the new styling of this 2017 Lexus LS 460 is mainly for the exterior of this great medium sedan. While it will not massively changed by using the same design platform, this car is expected to have better styling. In addition, a minor update to the bodywork primarily through sleek design makes it reportedly can produce better aerodynamics.

As same with the exterior, there are no parts that have to be repaired on a large scale by the manufacturer as to the cabin interior side or a car this big. The whole styling of this new 2017 Lexus LS 460 will be retained from the current model being primarily from premium and classy designs used by these cars. But, since it comes as the latest edition, technology and features in a cabin that seems to be updated by the manufacturer.

2017 Lexus LS 460 Rumors - Engine Performance

The revolution will continue under the hood. The basic model will be equipped with a new V8 engine that will be tuned to make 465 horsepower, a considerable improvement of about 80 horses for the LS 460 (pictured), the current entry-level model. Buyers looking for more rugged will be able to choose a petrol-electric hybrid drivetrain consisting of a V8 and a compact electric motor. Two resources will be combined to produce about 535 horsepower, 100 more than the LS 600h L is currently on sale.

Surprisingly, Lexus will quickly add a range-topping models are equipped with hydrogen fuel cells. Derived from one of the strengths of Toyota Mirai, drivetrain will be built around a 295-horsepower electric motor and a pair of large hydrogen tank that will provide 4,630 pounds of sedan total driving range of 239 miles.

Full details of the next Lexus LS will appear in October. Sedan will go on sale early next year as 2017 models, but the hydrogen-powered variant is not expected to land until about a year later.

2017 Lexus LS 460 Rumors - Price

The release date of this large sedan car so far not been informed by the manufacturer. However, through some more concrete information, we can expect to see this car in the second half of 2016. As next to the price, some rumor says that this new 2017 Lexus LS 460 will be offered starting at around $ 74,000.

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