Instead, it’s in a Lexus LS430 dating back to 2005, which you can probably buy for around $20,000, and it’s worth buying one of these cars simply for the sound.

Contemporary testing credited the LS430 with a remarkably low co‑efficient of drag of just 0.26, a figure that put it in rare company and helped it slip through the air with minimal wind roar at...

By comparison, the Lexus LS takes a more conservative path, focusing on comfort, clarity, and long-term usability rather than chasing visual drama or performance credentials at any cost.

This list covers Lexus models built with performance as the main intention since the brand started back in 1989.

The SC was sporty for a Lexus, but prioritized smoothness over outright performance. The suspension is on the soft side, absorbing bumps well but not limiting body roll.

For many drivers, Lexus isn’t just a car; it’s an experience. But what’s even better? Lexus cars are known for their amazing V8 engines, which have become legends in their own right.

Engineers at Lexus went to great lengths to insulate and dampen noises, and every component went through an accelerated aging process to ensure the car met Lexus's high durability standards.

The LS adapted by innovating further - outing previous V8 engines in favor of a new twin-turbo V6 that slashed a second from its predecessor's 0-60 time and turning up the dial on everything that...

A distinctive paint job, bespoke interior trimmings, and loads of top-spec standard technology and safety features round up the previous Lexus LS.

That first LS arrived with a smooth V8, remarkable quietness, and a level of build quality that surprised even the most skeptical critics. German manufacturers didn’t dismiss it for long.

Two different V6 engines could be had in the regular, non-F models, and while the base V6 didn't really offer any sort of performance, the upgraded unit improved things significantly.

Infiniti and Lexus' parent companies, Nissan and Toyota, whipped up some premium luxury models for the Japanese market that the rest of the world largely didn't see unless they were imported.

Whether Lexus plans a direct replacement for the LS remains an open question. When asked, the company fell back on its familiar refrain, saying only that it “doesn’t comment on future plans.”

Two of which, we think, signal a bit of a shift for Toyota's upscale label. One's a sports car—the Lexus Sport Concept, which has been making its rounds since this past summer.

Performance-focused upgrades such as front bumper canards, a carbon-fiber rear spoiler, active rear steering, and red brake calipers enhance both appearance and dynamics.

The LS might no longer be the quiet sedan that started it all—but if Lexus gets this right, it could once again set the benchmark for the future of premium design.

[Lexus] Lexus has revealed the 2026 LS in Japan with modest but notable updates. Though subtle, these changes have fueled speculation about the sedan’s future as it faces intensifying ...

The special additions include forged multi-spoke lightweight BBS alloy wheels, red-painted performance brake calipers, and the inclusion of some of TRD’s accessories.

(left) Wheels tucked under the fenders of a luxury car isn’t the only thing that makes a VIP, but it’s key. (right) Decorative knotted ropes and tassels are a VIP staple inspired by Japanese ...