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2017 Lexus LS 460 review

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Lexus LS 460 highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • High-end cabin
  • Luxurious ride
  • Well-appointed cabin

Cons

  • Not too sporty
  • Too soft in corners
  • Distracting infotainment

Mileage (EPA estimate)

16 city, 23 highway, 18 combined

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Enjoy a luxurious ride like a boss

Lexus is no stranger to crafting fantastic luxury cars, and the 2017 Lexus LS 460 lives up to that legacy. The LS 460 is an executive sedan with smooth V8 power, a cloud-like ride, a whisper-quiet interior, incredible craftsmanship, and all the features you could ever need. Plus, it has rear seats that your colleagues, clients, and crew will be happy to ride in, especially with the optional Executive Package. 

All Lexus LS 460 years

What is new for the 2017 Lexus LS 460?

  • LS 460 trims have been upgraded with Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment this year.
  • Lane Departure Warning and Seat Massagers features are now available as options on select trims.

5 reasons to buy the 2017 Lexus LS 460

1. Plenty of luxury and then some 

With the 2017 Lexus LS 460, you’ll check off all those boxes on your must-have list and maybe even some you never knew you had. Seeking the best in comfort? The LS 460 delivers with its standard sound-deadening windshield, power door closers, wood trim, aluminum accents, 16-way power driver’s seat, leather upholstery, and much more. Are you more of a tech whiz? The 2017 LS 460 is ready for you with its standard 12.3-inch infotainment screen, auto-dimming rearview mirror, 10-speaker audio system, SiriusXM®, Bluetooth® audio streaming, navigation, and more.  

2. A comfortable ride 

The 2017 Lexus LS 460 will please you and your passengers with its remarkably comfortable ride. It all starts with the 386-hp 4.6L V8 engine that delivers smooth acceleration. It'll sprint to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds with front-wheel drive, while the optional all-wheel drive will slow it to 5.9 seconds. The LS 460 also boasts a comfort-tuned suspension that delivers a comfortable ride on almost any surface.   

3. Premium rear seats 

Rear seats aren’t always your first thought when searching for a luxury car, but the LS 460 is ready to haul your clients and colleagues in style and comfort. The 2017 Lexus LS 460 is impressively comfortable, with the back seats offering 35.8 inches of legroom in the standard model and 36.7 inches in the LS 460 L model, giving everyone ample room. If you really want to impress, opt for the Executive Package to get power ottoman rear seats with massage, rear air conditioning with a cool box, rear audio controls, rear power sunshades, a rear-seat DVD entertainment system, and more.  

4. Cavernous trunk 

When you drive an executive sedan like the 2017 LS 460, you might want to play golf with colleagues and friends. There’s no need to take separate cars; everyone can hop in your comfy sedan and head to the course together. The 18-cu-ft trunk can easily handle several sets of golf clubs and anything else you can throw its way. Even if golf isn't your style, you've got the practicality for shopping bags, sports gear, or work equipment. 

5. Optional driver-assist features 

The 2016 LS 460 has plenty of optional driver-assist tech to meet your needs. This includes blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency braking, full-speed adaptive cruise control, a driver-attention monitor, and more. With this added peace of mind out on the open road, you can go back to enjoying your commute. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

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RepairPal gave the Lexus LS 460 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Lexus LS 460 12th out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars.

RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Lexus LS 460 is $552, compared to an average of $725 for Luxury Fullsize Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

According to RepairPal, Lexus LS 460 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.1 times per year, compared to an average of 1.7 times for Luxury Fullsize Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 14% for the Lexus LS 460, compared to an average of 17% for Luxury Fullsize Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Lexus LS 460 features and specs

Base 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Mark Levinson Sound
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Rear A/C Seat(s)
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Seat Massagers

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

4.6L

Horsepower

386

Torque (ft-lbs)

367

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

22.2

Wheelbase

116.9"

Overall length

200"

Width

73.8"

Height

58.1"

Leg room

F 43.7"/R 35.8"

Head room

F 38"/R 38"

Front tires

P235/50VR18

Rear tires

P235/50VR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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