2017 Lexus LS 460

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Rating8.6

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Fullsize Sedan
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$72,520 - $82,305
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Finely-crafted cabin

Below-average fuel economy

Enters the 2017 models year with no changes

Graceful design that begs attention

Rivals have more spacious legroom

Strong motor and comfortable ride

Overall driving dynamics need more refinement

Specs & Features

$72,520

price

386 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

367 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

4.6L 8cyl RWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Lexus LS 460 is a fullsize sedan offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $72,520. For that price, it mainly competes with the BMW 7 Series, the Cadillac CT6, and the Genesis G90. Between 2 trims, the LS 460 offers a single powertrain with 2 different outputs. The base engine is a 4.6L V8 capable of making 386 horsepower and 387 lb-ft of torque. If all-wheel-drive is selected then the same engine puts out 359 horsepower and 347 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The LS 460 reaches 60 MPH from zero in 5.4 seconds on its base engine, which gets increased to 5.9 seconds with the lower output. Depending on the powertrain output and drivetrain, the LS 460 can manage a combined fuel economy between 18 and 19 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 9 striking colors the LS 460 comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

If you are planning to sit more behind the wheel then select the LS 460 with the standard wheelbase. However, if you like getting chauffeured more than driving then the LS 460 L which comes with a longer wheelbase is a better pick as it offers an Executive-Class Seating Package that makes the rear-row more luxurious and reduces the seating capacity to 4.

Trims

    Base
    $72,520 onwards
    • 10-Speakers premium sound system
    • 18-Inch wheels
    • 5.8-inch color touchscreen radio
    • Adaptive xenon headlights
    • Dual-Zone automatic climate control
    • Leather upholstery
    • Navigation system
    • Power Door Locks
    • Power front seats
    • Sunroof
    F Sport
    $72,520 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 386 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 367 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 160 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    L
    $78,820 onwards
    • Adaptive cruise control
    • Adaptive LED headlights
    • Blind spot monitor
    • Mark levinson premium audio system
    • Rear cross traffic alert
    • Upgraded leather upholstery

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Price

$68,100- $72,200

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.74

Horsepower

365 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

376 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

7.28

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Gasoline

8.38

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

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Gasoline

8.02

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

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Gasoline

8.52

333 hp @ 5500 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

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Gasoline

8.31

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248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

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Gasoline

8.15

250 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

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Gasoline

7.45

268 hp @ 5600 rpm

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Gasoline

8.45

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Gasoline

8.09

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332 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

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2017 Lexus LS 460 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.4 sec14.0 sec-
    4.4 sec14.7 sec143 mph
    5.2 sec13.6 sec155 mph
    2017 Audi A7

    Ranked #2

    5.2 sec14.1 sec130 mph
    5.3 sec--
    5.5 sec--

    2017 Lexus LS 460 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg22.2 gal.355.2/532.8 mi.
      2017 Audi A6

      Ranked #1

      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.8 gal.475.2/673.2 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18 gal.432/612 mi.
      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg14.5 gal.333.5/493 mi.
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/556.8 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg19 gal.418/570 mi.

      2017 Lexus LS 460 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        200 in.73.8 in.58.1 in.5.1 in.116.9 in.
        204.9 in.75.4 in.58.9 in.5.1 in.124.4 in.
        196.5 in.74.4 in.58.3 in.5.3 in.118.5 in.
        2017 Audi A7

        Ranked #4

        196.2 in.75.2 in.55.9 in.4.4 in.114.7 in.
        195.5 in.72.2 in.57.2 in.6 in.114.6 in.
        195.4 in.74 in.56.8 in.6 in.115.8 in.

        2017 Lexus LS 460 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          13.9 cu.ft.100.4 cu.ft.13.9 cu.ft.
          2017 Audi A7

          Ranked #1

          24.5 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.
          15.4 cu.ft.96.5 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.
          15.7 cu.ft.113.2 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.
          13.7 cu.ft.97 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.
          15.2 cu.ft.100.1 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.

          2017 Lexus LS 460 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            72.6 cu.ft.13.9 cu.ft.13.9 cu.ft.-
            13.1 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.-
            -13.5 cu.ft.--
            2017 Audi A6

            Ranked #4

            6.9 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.-
            14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.-
            2017 Audi A7

            Ranked #6

            234.1 cu.ft.24.5 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.-

            2017 Lexus LS 460 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -825 lbs.4233 lbs.
              2017 Audi A7

              Ranked #1

              7716 lbs.-4244 lbs.
              3700 lbs.-4012 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3739 lbs.
              -905 lbs.3571 lbs.
              --3770 lbs.

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