2014 Lexus LS Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$72,140 to $81,925

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Packed with posh and ready to once again take on the German auto-making juggernauts, Lexus’ 2014 LS 460 full-size luxury sedan stands pat, tweak-wise and, more importantly, price-wise. Oh, you’ll still have to come up with a ton of cash for this heady, hushed and handsome plush-mobile, but you’ll also get a slew of perks to go along with last year’s re-designed spindle grille, reworked rear fascia and added interior bling, as well as the return of the surprisingly adept F Sport package. Then there’s the unique driver-selectable Adaptive Variable Air Suspension with Variable Gear Ratio Steering that adjusts suspension damping, steering, climate control functions and throttle response with 3 (Eco, Normal and Sport) or 5 (added Comfort and Sport+) modes, depending on the trim selected. All in all, the old adage holds true: You get what you pay for.

In any case, the usual trims, the standard-size Base and the stretched-out L, both of which, as well as the available F Sport sub-trim, are offered with standard rear-wheel drive (RWD), while all remain available with full-time all-wheel drive (AWD).

The Base and L offer wheelbases of 116.9 inches and 121.7 inches, respectively, with the L trim eligible for an available Executive Class Seating Package that plunks an oversized middle console, powered ottoman, cooled storage bins, added premium leather appointments and rear-seat DVD entertainment into an already roomy and high-end rear seating area. Alas, this optional opulence means seating is reduced to 4 people, including bodyguards, but once more an impressive 18 cubic feet of trunk space is standard in all trims, while the rear seats fold down for some extra toting capability when needed.

Power for the princely 2014 LS 460 is again provided via a variable-valve-timed (VVT) 4.6-liter V8 engine that comes under the management of an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission. Power numbers remain 386 hp and 367 lb-ft of torque, while mileage is again pegged at 16 mpg city/24 highway in standard rear-wheel-drive (RWD) trims and 16/23 in the available AWD editions. Once more, the optional full-time AWD works to get the most out of cornering attributes, while standing ready to switch torque from the wheels that slip to the wheels that grip when roads get slippery.

The entry-level LS 460 Base trim, as well as its F Sport stablemate, offers such standard appearance goodies as 18-inch alloy wheels, heated, reverse-tilting power-adjustable outside mirrors and a power sunroof, while leather upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, leather and genuine wood cabin accents, and full power accessories again grace the inside. Of course cruise control and telescoping tilt-wheel steering are back, as is a remote garage door opener, not to mention front and rear parking sensors and a rear-view camera.

Lexus’ Enform infotainment system, meanwhile, again partners with Bluetooth hands-free calling and music streaming, along with Safety Connect emergency communications and alerts, while the standard single-CD player returns with 10 speakers, a video monitor, satellite radio and a USB port. Additionally, the Enform system is bolstered by Lexus’ sometimes balky (say reviewers) Remote Touch Interface with its 12.3-inch color touchscreen display.

The king-size LS 460 L, meanwhile, comes delivered with the Comfort Package that remains optional in the Base trim, and includes powered rear-window sun shades, heated and ventilated front seats, and a power-opening trunk lid.

Options are again trim-dependent and come mostly in package form, including 19-inch upgraded wheels, Brembo brakes, a sport-tuned air suspension system, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters and unique badges and graphics in the F Sport sub-trim, with the All Weather Package offering headlight washers and wiper de-icing available lineup-wide. The Ultra Luxury Package, meanwhile, sports 4-zone climate control, power-adjustable heated and ventilated massaging rear seats, and separate rear audio controls and is also available to all trims.

Various standalone options, finally, include remote engine start, the aforementioned Adaptive Variable Air Suspension system with added selectable modes, LED headlights, upgraded leather cabin accents and a Mark Levinson premium audio system with 19 speakers and 450 watts of power.

Last but not least, look for such standard safety features as 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, front (and available rear) side-mounted airbags and active front headrests to again be carried aboard the 2014 LS 460 lineup. Of course, daytime running lights and front fog/driving lights also come standard, as do high-intensity-discharge (HID) adaptive headlights, along with an Enform-bolstered post-collision safety system and a remote antitheft alarm. Optional safety equipment, meanwhile, again includes a driver awareness monitor, advanced pre-collision avoidance system with radar-interfaced adaptive cruise control and a blind-spot monitoring system with rear cross-traffic alert.

Published May 31, 2022 by Eric Tallberg

User reviews for 2014 Lexus LS

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by Robert H
Jul 08, 2024
I went to test drive the car and its an awesome driving car, but I had questions about the tires (1 good 3 not so good) Dealer said they would get me tires for a discount price, well the discount price was $100 more than the price I got from a tire store, also the headlights were different 1 older and 1 newer and you could really tell the difference, they said they would take care of that, but now they cant find the light to match. So I decided to go elsewhere Jul 08, 2024
by Kevin O
Jun 27, 2024
The best bang for the buck. Its Toyota engines. Lexus luxury inside. Best of both worlds. Jun 27, 2024
by Jim W
Mar 26, 2024
Very pleased with this LS460L, bought it in February 2023, had 60k miles. As of today, March 26, 2024 it has almost 65k miles. Excellent traveling car, quiet, secure feeling and it inspires confidence. I am 71 and this is my favorite car to own. Triple black in color, very stately and elegant. Lots of smiles per gallon.Mar 26, 2024

2014 Lexus LS Pricing

Original MSRP
$72,140 to $81,925
Price range
$19,354 to $20,454
Average price on CG
$20,121
YoY price change
$20,096 to $20,121

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · In-Dash CD: DVD · Pandora internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 3 driver · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16

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 · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Facebook · Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 12.3 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/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: one-touch open/close

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Auto height adjusting shoulder belts: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · 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

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside

Spare Wheel

Rim type: aluminum alloy

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.1

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: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · IHeartRadio internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 3 driver · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time

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 · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Facebook · Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 12.3 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: anti-trapping feature

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Auto height adjusting shoulder belts: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · 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

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.1

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: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front 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 · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · In-Dash CD: DVD · IHeartRadio internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: power rear window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16

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 · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Yelp · Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 12.3 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: anti-trapping feature

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Auto height adjusting shoulder belts: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · 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

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside

Spare Wheel

Rim type: aluminum alloy

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.1

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: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · In-Dash CD: DVD · Pandora internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 3 driver · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · 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

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 · Side door type: soft close · Window trim: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Connected in-car apps: Yelp · Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 12.3 in.

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: sliding sunshade

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash

Seatbelts

Auto height adjusting shoulder belts: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · 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

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside

Spare Wheel

Rim type: aluminum alloy

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.9 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.1

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: touch screen display · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic

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