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Lexus LS II 400 V8 (264 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Lexus LS:
The Lexus LS is a series of full-size luxury sedans that have served as the flagship model of Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota, since 1989. For the first four generations, all LS models featured V8 engines and were predominantly rear-wheel-drive. In the fourth generation, Lexus offered all-wheel-drive, hybrid, and long-wheelbase variants. The fifth generation changed to using a V6 engine with no V8 option, and only one length was offered.
As the first model developed by Lexus, the LS 400 debuted in January 1989 with the second generation debuting in November 1994. The LS 430 debuted in January 2000 and the LS 460/LS 460 L series in 2006. A domestic-market version of the LS 400 and LS 430, badged as the Toyota Celsior , was sold in Japan until the Lexus marque was introduced there in 2006. In 2006 , the fourth generation LS 460 debuted the first production eight-speed automatic transmission and an automatic parking system. In 2007, V8 hybrid powertrains were introduced on the LS 600h/LS 600h L sedans....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Lexus LS (II). With 366 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1690 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.7 s). The top speed reaches 241 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lexus LS II generation predates the widespread implementation of Euro NCAP testing for this specific model. While it featured advanced safety for its era, no official Euro NCAP rating is available.
400 V8 (264 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1UZ-FE V8 delivers smooth, effortless acceleration, making it well-suited for highway cruising and confident overtakes. While not a sports sedan, its power is more than adequate for its luxury mission.
Fuel Economy
For a large V8 luxury sedan of its era, the fuel economy is respectable, though modern standards would find it thirsty. It's designed for comfort and power, not outright efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • Legendary Lexus reliability and build quality
- • Smooth and powerful V8 engine
- • Spacious and luxurious interior
- • Excellent long-distance cruiser
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high by modern standards
- • Styling might be considered conservative
- • Limited driver engagement compared to some European rivals
- • Older technology in infotainment (for its era)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 1993): 1992 - 1994).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lexus |
| Model: | LS |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 400 V8 (264 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 264 Hp @ 5300 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 366 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1UZ-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 1UZ-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 3969 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.1 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 241 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 156.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 216.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1690 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 463 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4995 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1830 mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1440 mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm [35mm more] |
| Front track: | 1575 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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