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2015 Lexus LS Hybrid Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Need a plush, potent, and green-leaning ride to work or the theatre? Check out the 2015 Lexus LS 600h L. This 5-passenger full-size luxury hybrid sedan returns with the extra-long LS 460 L chassis, and totes enough bells and whistles to satisfy the most demanding corner-office-bound commuter. However, reviewers warn that this high-end hybrid lags behind its non-hybrid LS kinfolk in a number of key areas. For instance, the apt-stowed hybrid battery pack slices trunk space by a third. It’s also a bit slower off the line, and fuel savings are marginal at best. Those contemplating this flagship gas/electric sedan might want to consider all this before shelling out almost twice the MSRP of the non-hybrid LS.
In any case, the 2015 LS 600h L comes in only a single Base trim. Said solitary selection packs standard full-time all-wheel drive (AWD), not to mention a 121.7-inch wheelbase (205 inches of overall length) leading to one of the roomier cabins in the high-end hybrid sedan market.
For 2015 the standard GPS-based navigation system gets some new software, while the Enform infotainment functions have been updated to offer Slacker Internet radio and Enform Remote smartphone apps via an improved customizable 12.5-inch touchscreen display. Also added this year are dynamic grid lines that are integrated into the standard rear-view camera to better judge, for example, rearward parking challenges.
Power-wise, look for the LS 600h L to remain packing the standard 5.0-liter hybrid V8 engine that works with a pair of electric motors to pound out 438 total hp. The standard continuously variable transmission (CVT) also returns to manage the V8’s output to the tune of an unimpressive 19 mpg city/23 highway. Boasting a 288-volt Nickel-Metal hydride battery, this latest edition of Lexus’ high-end 4-door hybrid again features regenerative braking to help juice up the battery pack. One electric motor stands as the primary generator and engine starter, and the other functions as the drive motor. Though it boasts a bit more punch than its regularly powered compatriot, the hybrid LS is clocked a bit slower in 0-60 time (about 0.3 seconds fewer) due to the added weight of the gas/electric paraphernalia.
As for appearance features, look for the 2015 LS 600h L to tote 19-inch alloy wheels, an adjustable air suspension system, variable-ratio steering, LED headlights, heated auto-dimming power-adjustable mirrors, and a power sunroof. Inside, expect standard leather upholstery, genuine wood cabin trim pieces, heated power-adjustable front and rear seats, full power accessories, a heated steering wheel, and a cooled rear storage console, as well as cruise control and power-adjustable telescoping tilt-wheel steering. Of course, front and rear parking sensors, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, and the newly grid-lined rear-view camera system also come standard, as do 4-zone auto climate control and a power-operated trunk lid.
Delivered techno-gizmos include Bluetooth-interfaced Enform infotainment features, such as the new smartphone apps and internet radio services, integrated into aforementioned upgraded 12.3-inch display. Furthermore, Siri Eyes Free voice-control remains standard, as does a 19-speaker Mark Levinson Surround Sound premium audio system that boasts a 6-CD changer, satellite radio, auxiliary audio input, and rear-seat controls.
Should the above prove inadequate for your commuting comfort expectations, an Executive Class package adds additional leather cabin accents, infrared cabin temperature sensors, rear-seat Blu-ray video entertainment, and massaging rear seats with an optional rear-seat passenger-side ottoman sporting knee airbag protection.
Standard safety equipment aboard the 2015 LS 600h L includes 4-wheel antilock brakes, front and rear head airbags, front side-mounted airbags, LED running lights and front fog/driving lights, turn-signal-integrated mirrors, Enform emergency telematics (Safety Connect), a post-collision safety system, and a remote antitheft alarm. Additionally, blind-spot monitoring also comes standard in this plush hybrid.
Optional safety stuff, finally, includes a pair of adaptive cruise control setups: one with simple pre-collision warnings and braking, and the other with pre-collision braking plus advanced collision warning, a driver attention monitor, and lane-departure alerts and intervention.
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2015 Lexus LS Hybrid Pricing
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Air Conditioning
Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · 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 · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · In-Dash CD: DVD · IHeartRadio internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Mark Levinson · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · 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: 13.1 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: wood
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power rear window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: rear seat
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.92 · Limited slip differential: center
Engine
Battery: heavy duty · Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 221 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 165 · Electric Motor Torque: 221 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 389 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 6400 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 385 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4000
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
Starter Type: motor/generator
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Facebook · Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 12.3 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: lock operation
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 7
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Power windows: with safety reverse