2023 Lexus LS begins at $78,685, will get up to date tech

The Lexus LS enters the 2023 mannequin 12 months with a handful of updates geared toward bettering the usability of its infotainment system.

You may nonetheless discover a normal 12.3-inch infotainment display screen within the dashboard, but it surely now options the Lexus Interface system that debuted within the redesigned 2022 NX, which does away with the earlier Distant Contact Interface trackpad, whereas including wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity instead of the earlier wired variations. Twin-phone Bluetooth pairing can be included.

The 2023 LS additionally provides a voice assistant that responds to the immediate “Hey Lexus.” That includes natural-language processing much like what different automakers already supply, it makes use of twin microphones and seat detection to maximise accuracy, in keeping with Lexus.

Powertrains carry over for 2023. The LS 500 sticks with a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 making 416 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque. It is coupled to a 10-speed computerized with the selection of rear- or all-wheel drive. Lexus estimates 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds with rear-wheel drive, whereas an elective Dynamic Dealing with Bundle provides all-wheel steering and sportier suspension tuning.

The LS 500h combines a 3.5-liter V-6 with a pair of electrical motors (one serving as an engine starter and the opposite driving the rear wheels) for a mixed output of 354 hp. Just like the gasoline-only model the hybrid may be ordered with rear- or all-wheel drive.

All-wheel-drive LS 500h fashions can be geared up with the Lexus Teammate hands-free driver help system launched for the 2022 mannequin 12 months. Additionally referred to as Superior Drive, this method can management acceleration, braking, and steering throughout single-lane freeway driving, in addition to execute lane adjustments, navigate sure interchanges, and function in site visitors jams, in keeping with Lexus.

Different driver-assist tech carries over as properly. The accessible Superior Park system allows hands-free parallel and back-in parking, whereas the usual Lexus Security System+ 2.5 suite contains anticipated driver aids like ahead collision warning, computerized emergency braking, and lane departure warning.

The 2023 Lexus LS is due at dealerships in late 2022. Pricing begins at $78,685 for the bottom LS 500 with rear-wheel drive, together with a $1,150 vacation spot cost. However you will pay $114,585 for a range-topping LS 500h hybrid with Lexus Teammate.