SEVERAL LIGHTS CAME ON AFTER MY BRAKE JOB. WHY?
AFTER THE FRONT ROTORS AND ALL FOUR PADS WERE REPLACED, SEVERAL DAYS LATER THE THREE LIGHTS LISTED CAME ON. WHAT WAS WRONG? the three lights were VSC SYSTEM, BRAKE LIGHT, AND CHECK ABS
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2008 Lexus LS Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Write a reviewFor the 2008 model year, Toyota underscores its commitment to the environment by making its flagship the Lexus LS 600h L - maybe. Most reviewers have been skeptical. The Lexus LS 600h L is the hybrid version of the LS 460L, but the contrasts between the two cars raise questions regarding Toyota's perception of environmentally friendly automobiles.
Consider the LS 600h L's powerplant, a 5.0-liter V8 that produces 389 hp. Add in the electric motors, and total horsepower equals 438 hp; that's 58 hp more than the LS 460L's smaller V8. Yet the smaller V8 reaches 60 mph in 5.4 seconds, compared to the hybrid's 5.5 seconds. The kicker, however, comes when we compare gas mileage. Several reviewers reported that the hybrid got an average of 21 mpg - 1 mpg less than the nonhybrid LS 460L! If driven gently, the LS 600h L beats the mileage of its V8 rivals, but only by 1 to 3 mpg.
For an "environmentally friendly" automobile that crushes the scales at 5,049 pounds - that's 700 pounds more than its nonhybrid sibling - the LS 600h L has a serious weight problem. Ironically, that extra weight comes from the hybrid's heavy batteries, an all-wheel-drive system that includes two electric motors, and a lot of cabling and wiring. The extra weight slows the car and lowers gas mileage. Toyota's solution was to equip the LS 600h L with a bigger engine and more horsepower - an interesting solution for a hybrid, "environmentally friendly" automobile.
As the Toyota flagship, the LS 600h L comes with every technological advance known to Toyota. The interior ranks with the most comfortable, plush cabins known to the automotive world - generous applications of soft hand-sewn leather, wood inlays, and power everything. Every known safety system, and some you never thought of, is included.
Yet when the bottom line - $104,715 - rang up, most reviewers were not impressed. The alternative offered was the nonhybrid LS 460L, saving $30,000, and a Prius - the nonhybrid Lexus for long trips and the true hybrid for round town - two for the price of one LS 600h L.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2008 Lexus LS
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by Mitchell H
Aug 29, 2024
Very classy vehicle that anyone should be proud to own. Also, extremely dependable, etc.Aug 29, 2024
by Patrick R
Jul 22, 2024
This is a precision instrument that demands attention but rewards care. Amazing in every respect. One of the best cars ever manufactured. Jul 22, 2024
by Frank V
May 12, 2024
Car needs some body work and paint runs good May 12, 2024
User rating:
by Mitchell H
Aug 29, 2024
Very classy vehicle that anyone should be proud to own. Also, extremely dependable, etc.Aug 29, 2024
by Patrick R
Jul 22, 2024
This is a precision instrument that demands attention but rewards care. Amazing in every respect. One of the best cars ever manufactured. Jul 22, 2024
by Frank V
May 12, 2024
Car needs some body work and paint runs good May 12, 2024
by William L
Dec 30, 2023
This car has been well maintained and taken care of, it looks to be a great bargain for a great vehicle.Dec 30, 2023
by jerry g
Sep 30, 2023
Great!!!!!!!!!!!!!car will buy Toyota every time in the future Sep 30, 2023
by Michael L
Sep 04, 2023
This is a luxury car with beautiful amenities and powerSep 04, 2023
by Evan O
Apr 27, 2023
love it! smooth ride. choose this car over any is350Apr 27, 2023
by Alphonse B
Jan 31, 2023
These are one of my favorite vehicles on earth. Love the styles look size and reliability of these Lexus.Jan 31, 2023
by Pedro M
Jan 28, 2023
It’s a nice elegant vehicle. With a smooth ride. Everything in the vehicle has automatic doors window, parking, and ect.Jan 28, 2023
by Dom C
Jan 02, 2023
Love everything about the car, cant believe the quality of the car even though is close to be 15 years old.Jan 02, 2023
by Kirk R
Sep 01, 2022
its a great car, loved the keyless feature , would definitely purchase another one. Sep 01, 2022
by bernard j
Jul 03, 2022
I did researched this year 2008 LS not a very good Report Card:Jul 03, 2022
by Robert R
Apr 22, 2022
I think the 2008 Lexus L S 460 is a beautiful car.Apr 22, 2022
by Denis D
Mar 20, 2022
So far I am very pleased with the vehicle. Drives great, plenty of power and fully loaded. AWD is a plus also Mar 20, 2022
by Lance H
Feb 05, 2022
Throttle response was a combination of sluggish under 4k rpm (a full 2 seconds between throttle input and throttle response), and responsive over 4k rpm (snappy throttle response like I expected in the low rpms). My other complaint about the car, is that it sat in the sun for so long that the passenger corner of the rear bumper has warped. While all the creature comforts inside the car worked like theyre supposed too, driving this car gave me a feeling in my gut that there were problems with the car that were waiting to reveal themselves. This particular LS460 shouldnt cost more than $12,000.Feb 05, 2022
by Dan W
Nov 20, 2021
This car is FANTASTIC, cant believe its 13 years old. The technology is very up-to date. It does everything for you. The ride is so smooth, its ina class by itself. Handling is good enough, its a big car. The automatic has won me over, I never liked one until now, step down to go faster, it responds with a smooth, seamless push.Nov 20, 2021
by Joe K
Aug 07, 2021
Sophisticated, well made excellent quality control, wonderful driving experience, more comfortable than BMW, more powerful than Mercedes BenzAug 07, 2021
by Pat B
Mar 09, 2021
Maybe not as showy on the exterior as a Rolls or Bentley , however the quality exceeds or is equal and the reliability is off the chart. I grew tired of the outlandish service problems on our S class Mercedes after they aged 4 or 5 years. We spent as much money servicing our Mercedes as we did purchasing them. The Lexus has only required nothing.Mar 09, 2021
by Victor V
Oct 11, 2020
I always thought of Lexus as the poor mens car untill I drove a LS 460 nice the rest I cant share but nice is enough let me put it this way Very Nice.Oct 11, 2020
by Charles G
Sep 29, 2020
Its a Lexus,what else is there to say?A fantastic automobile. Sep 29, 2020
by Anonymous
Aug 24, 2020
Very nice car has everything except blind spot monitors but aside from that it’s a great carAug 24, 2020
by 2likru E
Jun 13, 2020
This car was way ahead of its time. Its the first car with radar cruze control, and many other first that have sence been copied by other, more exspisive rivals. Today its a great value in luxury if you can find one for a good price as owner end to hold on to these cars longer than the typical luxury car owner. This car with the ML sound system, air suspension, and rear seat luxury package is missing nothing but if you want more Lexus also released a Executive package that adds things like rear seat entertainment system, shiatsu massage feature, and other high end luxury items that you never would find in a luxury car south of $100k. Feature wise it compares to the Mercedes S Class, BMW 7 series, but it has the reliability of a Toyota Camry. That last part is the kicker because there is nothing on the market that offers what this car does that youd want to own outside of warrantee.Jun 13, 2020
by Ms. D
Feb 19, 2020
Interior was a little more worn than I would have liked. Previous owners were definitely smokers. Feb 19, 2020
by VLADIMIR S
May 20, 2013
I can't believe this is Lexus, you can hear engine inside the car like in cheap cars, wind noise is unacceptable at highway speeds, breaks all the time. Power steering broke at 82.000 miles, brake pads make noise, feels like there is no sound deadening material between the cockpit and the engine, rotors have to be replaced every 15-20k miles, suspension had to be fixed 3 times in 35000 ml., my other friend has the same car but 2009, many repeat computer problems, another words I really can't believe Lexus make cars like this, very disappointed. Even mechanics say that this is Lexus's worst model EVER. Try to stay away.May 20, 2013
by Anonymous
Jun 29, 2012
Quality of Lexus is well known. Safety and quiet environment! The best leather and finish other than a Bentley I looked at recently. It may not communicate wealth or ego as strongly as a MB or BMW but some of us prefer to be "under" the radar.Jun 29, 2012
by Steve D
Mar 25, 2011
Lexus is the perfect automobile. The car is trustworthy, inexpensive to maintain and has the best quality of any automobile made.I will drive and purchase Lexus brand products until a manufacturer produces a better car. The perfect car to retire with. Mar 25, 2011
by Sahil A
Mar 27, 2010
Comfortable! I love it like it were my best friend! Its so magnificent! Has 426hp, i think......great on fuel economy. Lexus has done a good job! Very fun to drive! No repairs were needed. Really safe. Love this carMar 27, 2010
by Mizanur R
Oct 20, 2009
this car has got lots of space in it........when u drive da car above 160KMH u dont recognize its too smooth......u hav got 15 airbags in it which u hardly get in any car......this car is awesomeOct 20, 2009
by Danish M
Aug 02, 2008
only thing i dislike about my cr is that theres nothing to dislike. its a masterpeice straight from heaven. it may be a little costly for some people, but i think its a bargain compared to what this car has to offer. sometimes i think that maybe god himself sent this car down on earth.Aug 02, 2008
by Ryaan M
Feb 27, 2008
Luxurious, Smart , Full of Technology, Intelligence, and the whole comfort packageFeb 27, 2008
What users have asked
Headlights 2008 Ls460
My headlights turn off maybe 10 to 15 seconds after turning on. Changed both ballast and headlight assembly. Still having the same problems. I need your help, about to pull my hair out!!!
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What’s a good price to buy this car at?
I’m looking at buying a 2008 Lexus LS 460 with 189,611 miles on it. The dealer is asking for $10,999. My only concern is the miles and I’m thinking the price is still kinda high for the amount of miles. Am I wrong or is this a good deal. No accidents and 1 owner
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2008 Lexus LS Pricing
Original MSRP
$62,000 to $72,000Price range
$9,941 to $10,544Average price on CG
$10,020YoY price change
$10,392 to $10,020Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · In-dash hard drive · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Mark Levinson · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: ready · Surround audio: 7.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 19 · 450 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.4 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · Power activated trunk/hatch: open and close · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Sunshade: power rear window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Crumple zones: front
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front and rear · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Stability and Traction
Accident Avoidence Systems: pre-collision safety system
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: DVD navigation system w/voice activation · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · MP3 auxiliary audio input · In-Dash CD: DVD · Premium Brand: Mark Levinson · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Surround audio: 7.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 19 · 450 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.4 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: wood
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power side window · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: power adjustable headrests · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Video monitor size: 9 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: self-leveling · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Safety
Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Stability and Traction
Accident Avoidence Systems: pre-collision safety system
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation