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Max Power:299 PS @ 6600 rpm (engine only) / 359 PS (total output)
Max Torque:350 Nm @ 5100 rpm (engine) / 300 Nm (motor)
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AUTO NEWS October 05, 2020
Over thirty years ago, the thought of a Japanese automaker taking on the European luxury crowd seemed improbable. But along came Lexus, and it reshaped the luxury car market. When they arrived on the scene in 1989, it caused such a stir that the competition lost a chunk of their sales in North America. The car that gave the Germans, the British, and the Americans a scare was none other than the first-generation LS.
Since then, the LS set the foundation of every Lexus model that followed. Be it the IS or the LX, every Lexus model has a bit of LS DNA in them, especially when it comes to comfort, quality, and refinement. Over the years, the LS has established itself as a threat to the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class. That said, it was viewed as a rather conservative choice in i
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Cars Direct reports an MSRP of $91,525 for the fuel-efficient powertrain, which is $10,490 more than the suggested retail price of the 2020 model. All-wheel drive adds $3,250 to the tally, bringing the price to $94,775 before options. But still, how does Lexus explain this ginormous increase?
Speaking to Cars Direct, spokesperson Ryan Matsumoto states that
“a new simplified package strategy” is responsible for the considerable difference. As opposed to 2020, the 2021 model includes air suspension, Mark Levinson audio, the Interior Upgrade Package, Panoramic View Monitor, 20-inch alloy wheels, premium wood trim, and a wood steering wheel as standard.
Japanese luxury car brand Lexus is world-renowned for its ‘takumi’ masters and their hand craftsmanship. The cars often feature iconic pieces of work and examples of Japanese heritage in traditional s
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The new range-topping Lexus LS 500h Nishijin will be sold alongside the standard version of the sedan
Highlights
The LS 500h Nishijin trim gets the Gin-ei Luster silver colour scheme
The Lexus LS 500h offers exclusivity against the S-Class, A8 L, 7 Series
Japanese luxury carmaker Lexus has introduced the new LS 500h Nishijin variant in India, priced at ₹ 2.22 crore. The new variant brings a new colour scheme and a host of new features to the brand s flagship sedan. The LS 500h has been on sale since 2018 and the new variant brings timely upgrades to the model that competes against the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8 L, BMW 7 Series, and the likes. Meanwhile, the standard LS 500h continues to be on sale and is priced at ₹ 1.91 crore (all prices, ex-showroom Delhi).
The new flagship variant has been introduced in India at Rs 2.22 crore (ex-showroom)
Lexus India has launched a new variant of the LS 500h, dubbed the Nishijin. Priced at Rs 2.22 crore (ex-showroom, Delhi), the all-new luxury sedan costs a whopping Rs 31 lakh more than the entry-level variant (Rs 1.91 crore). The brand has given the LS 500h a few crucial updates across the range.
Lexus LS 500h Nishijin
The Nishijn gets some cosmetic additions based on traditional Japanese handicrafts like the ‘Nishijin & Haku’ ornament in its interior.
It’s inspired by the path of the moonlight on the sea, a rare phenomenon witnessed for a few days before and after a full moon. While the intricately woven silver threads of brocade depict the shimmering waves, the ‘Haku’ platinum foil introduces the essence of the moonlight shining down on the sea.