Absolutely stunning vehicle! I've seen a couple driving around and you can't stop looking once you see it, just like the LC. The LS is my dream car I'd take it over Mercedes S class and BMW 7 series anyday because it's way better, way more reliable, and way better resale. Lexus makes the best quality vehicles by far!
My wife picked up a 15 IS250 F sport. I then bought a used GX 460 after realizing what Lexus “is”. Just amazing. I really cannot see myself buying any other brand. Also, the LS500...good lord what a work of art.
Man I have to give it to you! Out in the brisk chilly air delivering premium content to your subscribers 😎 You really know your stuff with Lexus and I appreciate the details man! This is awesome👌
Was doing some reviews today on this and it all points to run flat tires. A customer changed them out 2 months after buying a new one and it was a buttery smooth ride once again!!
I'd like to see you review the Genesis G90- a lot of other reviewers are saying that is the true "successor" to the old LS in the sense that it carries over the same buttery smooth ride instead of pursuing a sporty feel like the current LS and European rivals.
11:18 Try the Concierge option. It's pretty spot oo, on switching to the right settings between heated steering wheel, seat ventilation and foot well ventilation depending on the inside temperatures. I have a LC500. I barely mess with any of the HVAC functions. it's more of a set and forget thing with the Concierge system. 12:40 the arm rest console can be opened from both driver and passenger sides :D
stunning from out side especially the front grill better than german car ..some ideas wish to have in this car ( interior ambient light as german , option in 360 camera with different angles,google maps, full digital display as audi cockpit) exterior rear light connected . it will be the ultimate car
I sincerely hope to buy a hugely depreciated LS 500h within 6 years! This car is as underrated as clever, given that it's the finest example of luxury sedan which enables you to save money in the long run as far as running costs! Also, I hope you're feeling good during these quite tiresome times! Peace
@25:40-@29:21 it's a shame that Lexus LS is following the auto industry standards but I don't blame Lexus. The ride in the LS was always butter soft but they have to keep pace with their compettion. I once drove a BMW 7 series and the seat was hard and the ride was stiff. My back was killing me.
I am a moderator on the Lexus Enthusiast website, so I see a lot of stuff. Just want to say I enjoy your reviews! I like your style with a friendly yet knowledgeable professionalism . Keep on keeping on. Look out Doug DeMuro, here you come!
Usually Lexus names the numbers after the size of the engine . It’s 500 but not 5.0 like ls430 is 4.3. This is a v6 twin turbo and I have no issue with that
Did you drive this in the snow at all? I have a 2015 IS350 f sport RWD that goes to the mountains for ski trips (snow tires of course) and it does alright. I wonder how the LS500 handles snow in RWD form as I'm considering one.
Excellent video as always. Would you please demo/elaborate how the climate concierge works? I really am intrigued as many reviewers found the HVAC/climate seats not easy to use. Thanking you in advance! F.C.
Don't let that scare you though. This car has so much to offer, that is the big only defect imo is the climate concierge and it's confusing implementation.
Hello Kirk, thanks for your notes! I briefly read the owner’s manual, and watched a few other videos trying to fathom the C.C. So to my understanding; when activated; the C.C. will use everything (e.g. HVAC, climate seats, and heated steering wheel) to maintain a “real-feel” - similar to winter temp with wind chill factor - of the temperature set in the HVAC; the operation doesn’t seem too big of a hassle either. However, I will most definitely check the car out at my local dealer. Thanks again!
6:01 very useful if you have an elderly friend/parent who is not tech savy in the passengers seat, or even if you are the driver and want to move the passenger seat out of the way for a rear passenger ;)
geo745don Talking crazy is putting a Euro engine in a japanese legend. I’d personally rather them make the car NA v6 than i6t. The v6 outputs similar power with no turbo lag.
Jimmy Peña putting a V6 N/A engine in a.Supra. Do you realize the supra became famous because of its easy tuning potential. That V6 engines will need at least 10K just to increase 100hp. You know how much on the BMW engine because there's tunes already for that engine tops $1500 for the same HP. Why you think there turbo Lag on that bmw engine plus the high Torque is addictive
Do you know if you can open the spare tire compartment? I was looking at an LS the other day and there did not appear to be a way to get into the area under the trunk floor.
@@craigsmith4518 yes they are in USA. Canada requires a spare tire on every new car however. Just depends on the market but I'd assume most markets don't have a spare and are equipped with run flat tires
Waiting for a V8 and no it does not drive like a 750i with a twin turbo 8. LS is not bad just not what I can get with other luxury cruisers. I am looking at a LC and it’s great naturally aspirated V8.
@@KirkKreifels I respect the fact that you always give Lexus a fair and also a unbiased review. The dealership has a tendency to put too much air in the tires, maybe that's why the ride felt firmer than the "2019" ES350.🇺🇸🇯🇲🌴☀️🌴
I haven't tried. But if you need to drive your $90k awd LS in the snow, it would be just fine UNLESS the snow was 5+" deep, then you'd be better off with something that has more ground clearance.
@@KirkKreifels You said the ride isnt quite as soft as the RX or ES. But is it softer that the ride of the S Class ? An noise insulation also better? Thank you very much
@@KirkKreifels that is so true!...i would love to see how reliable that new Supra is compared to the previous generation with the 2jzgte engine!😅😂🤣🇺🇸🇯🇲
This dude knows what he is talking about not like others who don't have words to describe hence they rant repeatedly about track pad for infotainment ... track pad, track pad and again ... trace pad :(
It would have been better for sure. Ideally Toyota would have made a new inline six themselves, but a TT V6 would have made most supra fans happier than this catastrophe.
Lexus GPS is trash. Save yourself headache, buy a cheap Garmin real time GPS from bestbuy cost only $150, instead of Lexus GPS tells you to drive into Niagrafall.
@@KirkKreifels Me too, I bought just $10 mount from ebay to mount my phone on, working perfectly fine. But you know, when you have a Lexus that cost $80k CAD and people see that you still use the phone mount on the windshield, that's ridiculous.
@@KirkKreifels regardless all my negative comment on Lexus, I just bought a Rx 350 F sport 2019 due to the name of reliable Luxury SUV compare to BMW and Audi.
Wow i honestly believe that its the best car in the luxury sedan segment.Lexus did an amazing job well done.👏
They really jumped to a new level of performance that's for sure!
one day....one day....My dream car.
Absolutely stunning vehicle! I've seen a couple driving around and you can't stop looking once you see it, just like the LC. The LS is my dream car I'd take it over Mercedes S class and BMW 7 series anyday because it's way better, way more reliable, and way better resale. Lexus makes the best quality vehicles by far!
My wife picked up a 15 IS250 F sport. I then bought a used GX 460 after realizing what Lexus “is”.
Just amazing. I really cannot see myself buying any other brand. Also, the LS500...good lord what a work of art.
It’s so amazing!! Take the LS over SClass or BMW 7 any day!!
Me too! Good to see you Markus.
LEXUriouS Kirk always my man!!
You stupid mate
@Beka Machurishvili
Lol. Tell these idiots. I would rather take a Jaguar XJ or an Audi A8 of this shit
@@bekabeka71 your European cars are trash
Man I have to give it to you! Out in the brisk chilly air delivering premium content to your subscribers 😎 You really know your stuff with Lexus and I appreciate the details man! This is awesome👌
Thanks for watching! Happy to give you good content despite the freezing temps!
Was doing some reviews today on this and it all points to run flat tires. A customer changed them out 2 months after buying a new one and it was a buttery smooth ride once again!!
If you do that, let me know how the ride is!
LEXUriouS Kirk yes they will come off soon. I will keep them and put them in my basement.
I agree about it looking great, I love the look.
Stunning!!
I agree!
Gotta love the hilly Omaha streets during ice storms! Nice review!
Thanks!
I learnt the 2021 version took care of all the issues you mentioned. It has a far buttery smooth drive than the previous years.
I would love to drive one of these.
I would purchase one tomorrow if I had the money. Thanks for the review!!!!
Thanks for watching!
More sculpture than design...a truely beautiful car... 😊
Love this car very nice, and excellent video thanks
Thanks for watching! It's a stunning vehicle!
The best-looking luxury sedan in the segment.
I'd like to see you review the Genesis G90- a lot of other reviewers are saying that is the true "successor" to the old LS in the sense that it carries over the same buttery smooth ride instead of pursuing a sporty feel like the current LS and European rivals.
My friend has owned a 1991 Lexus LS400 since new. At last count 750K miles.
11:18 Try the Concierge option. It's pretty spot oo, on switching to the right settings between heated steering wheel, seat ventilation and foot well ventilation depending on the inside temperatures. I have a LC500. I barely mess with any of the HVAC functions. it's more of a set and forget thing with the Concierge system.
12:40 the arm rest console can be opened from both driver and passenger sides :D
Congrats on the LC. One of the most beautiful cars being made.
@@KirkKreifels thank you!
stunning from out side especially the front grill better than german car ..some ideas wish to have in this car ( interior ambient light as german , option in 360 camera with different angles,google maps, full digital display as audi cockpit) exterior rear light connected . it will be the ultimate car
This car didn't have the 360 camera but it's an option you usually see on the luxury package of the LS. Good ideas to make this car even better!
I sincerely hope to buy a hugely depreciated LS 500h within 6 years! This car is as underrated as clever, given that it's the finest example of luxury sedan which enables you to save money in the long run as far as running costs! Also, I hope you're feeling good during these quite tiresome times! Peace
This is the feeling I was talking about and complaining of how all the new Lexus feel compare to their previous generations
The new ES has the buttery smooth feeling to the max in my opinion!
I love Lexus. The one thing they can improve on is their infotainment system.
It’s beast!!!!
Great review!
Nice job, keep it up!!!
Thanks!
@25:40-@29:21 it's a shame that Lexus LS is following the auto industry standards but I don't blame Lexus. The ride in the LS was always butter soft but they have to keep pace with their compettion. I once drove a BMW 7 series and the seat was hard and the ride was stiff. My back was killing me.
Your back would never hurt in the LS! It's still supremely comfortable, just not as plush of a suspension.
That Executive Package looks like scales! As in reptile scales. But its looks really cool.
I wish to review one someday!
Need to put this engine in the GX and LX.
Definitely in the GX as an option.
I have been scrolling going through if I can see the L's 600 for 2018/and 19/but I couldn't find .why
I am a moderator on the Lexus Enthusiast website, so I see a lot of stuff. Just want to say I enjoy your reviews! I like your style with a friendly yet knowledgeable professionalism . Keep on keeping on. Look out Doug DeMuro, here you come!
Thanks so much! I refer to that website fairly often. I'm just getting started and have a lot to learn! Thanks for the support 👍.
Just drove a new EX as my loaner was impressed enough to consider one would need to drive LS to compare and justify extra 28k
The new ES is incredible. I'd save the $ and get the ES unless you live in a very snowy area like the northeast.
I’m gonna work hard, to get that car one day
Get it son! Anything is possible if you work hard and don't give up.
Get a business and write off the lease price against the business. Then it's free.
I am looking at the LS 500 2023 what do you think about six-cylinder twin turbo and New suspension let me know
Usually Lexus names the numbers after the size of the engine . It’s 500 but not 5.0 like ls430 is 4.3. This is a v6 twin turbo and I have no issue with that
I think I'll do a video on the Lexus nomenclature and how it's getting out of hand lol. Thanks for watching.
Damn, I’m blessed to live in Southern California.
Thanks for watching. Send some warmth up here!
Did you drive this in the snow at all?
I have a 2015 IS350 f sport RWD that goes to the mountains for ski trips (snow tires of course) and it does alright. I wonder how the LS500 handles snow in RWD form as I'm considering one.
Excellent video as always. Would you please demo/elaborate how the climate concierge works? I really am intrigued as many reviewers found the HVAC/climate seats not easy to use. Thanking you in advance! F.C.
They are very difficult to use and not intuitive. That's why I don't cover it in my reviews 😉
Don't let that scare you though. This car has so much to offer, that is the big only defect imo is the climate concierge and it's confusing implementation.
Hello Kirk, thanks for your notes! I briefly read the owner’s manual, and watched a few other videos trying to fathom the C.C. So to my understanding; when activated; the C.C. will use everything (e.g. HVAC, climate seats, and heated steering wheel) to maintain a “real-feel” - similar to winter temp with wind chill factor - of the temperature set in the HVAC; the operation doesn’t seem too big of a hassle either. However, I will most definitely check the car out at my local dealer. Thanks again!
make a comparison with this and ct6 3.0tt and kia k900 please.
6:01 very useful if you have an elderly friend/parent who is not tech savy in the passengers seat, or even if you are the driver and want to move the passenger seat out of the way for a rear passenger ;)
Thanks for watching and those are great ways to use this feature!
If only Lexus offered that Kiriko glass and that Origami folded pattern on the door without getting the executive package.
That's the point. You can only get that trim if you're a complete boss! 😎
wish to have it in all models
Amazing drivetrain. Then I wonder why Toyota wouldn't put the effort of making their own drivetrain for the Supra. Nice review Kirk.
I don't get it either. I think fans would have been more okay with this v6 engine in the Supra than a straight 6 BMW motor
LEXUriouS Kirk supra needs to be inline 6 and turbo charge, don't talk crazy.
geo745don Talking crazy is putting a Euro engine in a japanese legend. I’d personally rather them make the car NA v6 than i6t. The v6 outputs similar power with no turbo lag.
@@jimmypena2442 It will also be far more reliable (NA vs Turbo)
Jimmy Peña putting a V6 N/A engine in a.Supra. Do you realize the supra became famous because of its easy tuning potential. That V6 engines will need at least 10K just to increase 100hp. You know how much on the BMW engine because there's tunes already for that engine tops $1500 for the same HP. Why you think there turbo Lag on that bmw engine plus the high Torque is addictive
Should have shown us the Apple Carplay since this is new on the LS and I don't think anyone has shown it.
I don't have an iPhone 😉
I want the F sport tho
It should have an standard Pameranic (don’t know got to spell it lol) sun roof!!
Panoramic sunroof is usually found in the $105 MSRP luxury builds.
Do you know if you can open the spare tire compartment? I was looking at an LS the other day and there did not appear to be a way to get into the area under the trunk floor.
Not sure. I might look into this.
They're equipped with run flats from the factory.
@@craigsmith4518 yes they are in USA. Canada requires a spare tire on every new car however. Just depends on the market but I'd assume most markets don't have a spare and are equipped with run flat tires
they fuck up the ride in this model 2013 to 2017 best LS
There are plenty of those model years in the market 😉
The ride quality feels like you don't have gears. Also, comfort is perfect for potholes.
Its the run flat tires
Waiting for a V8 and no it does not drive like a 750i with a twin turbo 8. LS is not bad just not what I can get with other luxury cruisers. I am looking at a LC and it’s great naturally aspirated V8.
LC is the best Lexus being made right now.
So... 3 MPG?
LS500, see you in about 10 or so years :D
Lekxus ist beste Auto und zufelesiege🤩🤩🤩🤩👍👍👍🤩
My God!....this thing is a luxurious spaceship.😊👍🏽🇺🇸🇯🇲🌴☀️🌴
Good to see you again man!
@@KirkKreifels I respect the fact that you always give Lexus a fair and also a unbiased review.
The dealership has a tendency to put too much air in the tires, maybe that's why the ride felt firmer than the "2019" ES350.🇺🇸🇯🇲🌴☀️🌴
@@JuniorLexus6692 unbiased is hard when I sell these hahaha but I'm an extremely honest person so I tell it how it is.
How is the AWD in snow?
I haven't tried. But if you need to drive your $90k awd LS in the snow, it would be just fine UNLESS the snow was 5+" deep, then you'd be better off with something that has more ground clearance.
this or a Honda Accord sp 2019? any thoughts?
These are two completely different calibers of vehicles...
The LS 500 would be a better ride if it didn’t have the run flat tire and just had Michelin’s all because of not having a spare tire 😞
Good point. Even then it's still a much stiffer ride. But it would have helped
I own ls 460 for 4 years and i didnt like the new one
Good video quality with the Google pixel XL
Thanks man! This phone is incredible.
But is it more comfortable than the German Competition?
Yes. Lexus is always at the top for comfort.
@@KirkKreifels You said the ride isnt quite as soft as the RX or ES. But is it softer that the ride of the S Class ? An noise insulation also better? Thank you very much
The media/info system is junk ...otherwise great car.
It's not the easiest to use that's for sure.
Why didn't Toyota use that engine in the new supra
Because they wanted to be cheap and reskin a BMW. Only reason I can think of.
@@KirkKreifels that is so true!...i would love to see how reliable that new Supra is compared to the previous generation with the 2jzgte engine!😅😂🤣🇺🇸🇯🇲
This dude knows what he is talking about not like others who don't have words to describe hence they rant repeatedly about track pad for infotainment ... track pad, track pad and again ... trace pad :(
Thanks man!
You're freezing... it's all in your voice..
Hey Lexus LS 500 ill see you in 2025
Or is been made as the same as the L's 500
Yes the hybrid LS is now the 500h
Kk
I hope your Lexus LS500 has AWD.
Yes of course. 🙂
this looks so much like the ES 350 for some reason
The ES is designed after this LS. Many call the ES the baby LS 😊
F sport is better
F sport is awesome!
This is the motor that the mk5 supra should've came with. Not that BMW P.O.S.
It would have been better for sure. Ideally Toyota would have made a new inline six themselves, but a TT V6 would have made most supra fans happier than this catastrophe.
COLOR IS NICE
AND THE CAR IS NOT EVEN CLEAN
If I remember correctly this paint color is manganese luster.
@@KirkKreifels IT MATCHES WITH THIS WEATHER
damn, should have had it washed. Come on man.
Lexus GPS is trash. Save yourself headache, buy a cheap Garmin real time GPS from bestbuy cost only $150, instead of Lexus GPS tells you to drive into Niagrafall.
I'm not the biggest fan of them either! My phone does the trick with a good mount.
@@KirkKreifels Me too, I bought just $10 mount from ebay to mount my phone on, working perfectly fine. But you know, when you have a Lexus that cost $80k CAD and people see that you still use the phone mount on the windshield, that's ridiculous.
@@GuuiYae yup, but that's the unfortunate reality of navigation in Lexus right now. Some have apple car play and none have Android auto.
@@KirkKreifels regardless all my negative comment on Lexus, I just bought a Rx 350 F sport 2019 due to the name of reliable Luxury SUV compare to BMW and Audi.
@@GuuiYae great decision! Which color combo did you get?
Poor man's lexus 88k 🤣🤣