2016 Lexus LS 460

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Rating8.3

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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

Luxurious backseat thanks to the executive class package

Less power output compared to rivals

New upgrades to the remote touch interface

Quality build material used for interior

Fails to maintain fuel economy

Advanced infotainment system with added full-screen navigation

Good handling for a full-size sedan

Newly added Lexus inform service connect

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 2016 Lexus LS 460 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the fullsize sedan class. With 2 trims on offer, the Lexus LS 460 has a base MSRP of $ 72,520, with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $82,305, competing directly with the Jaguar XJ, the BMW 7 Series, and the Audi A8. Only a 4.6L V8 engine is offered, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 386 horsepower and 367 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 6.1 seconds, the Lexus LS 460 maintains a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. Lexus offers the Lexus LS 460 in 9 stunning colors, with the liquid platinum being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

2016 Lexus LS 460 has so much to offer for the price range. Added and upgraded features to the infotainment system. The interior is well designed and does not lack anything. The Lexus LS 460 is offered in 2 trims with the LS 460 covered in sufficient luxurious offers and features. Add the F Sport comfort package ($1,650) with it and the experience will be true bliss.

Trims

    Base
    $72,520 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    L
    $78,820 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 360 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 347 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$72,520- $82,305

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.35

Horsepower

386 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

367 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

Capacity

5

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$50,950- $60,450

Gasoline

8.19

310 hp @ 6500 rpm

272 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$68,300- $73,050

Gasoline

8.56

333 hp @ 5300 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

5

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$46,200- $63,700

Gasoline

8.64

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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$81,300- $97,400

Gasoline

8.75

320 hp @ 5200 rpm

330 lb.-ft. @ 1380 rpm

5

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$50,200- $68,600

Gasoline

8.29

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$45,295- $72,320

Gasoline

8.21

304 hp @ 6800 rpm

264 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$45,560- $69,955

Gasoline

7.97

268 hp @ 5600 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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$53,495- $87,465

Gasoline

8.64

265 hp @ 5500 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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$49,850- $67,050

Gasoline

7.53

330 hp @ 7000 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

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2016 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 sec12.6 sec177 mph
    2016 Audi A7

    Ranked #2

    5.2 sec14.2 sec130 mph
    5.2 sec13.6 sec155 mph
    5.3 sec13.9 sec-
    5.4 sec13.8 sec130 mph

    2016 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.
      28 mpg42 mpg33 mpg21.1 gal.-
      2016 Audi A6

      Ranked #2

      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.8 gal.475.2/693 mi.
      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/629 mi.
      22 mpg33 mpg26 mpg16.5 gal.363/544.5 mi.
      22 mpg33 mpg26 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/574.2 mi.

      2016 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.
        206.6 in.74.8 in.58.2 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.
        204 in.74 in.57.9 in.7 in.122.4 in.
        202 in.74.8 in.57.5 in.4 in.119.4 in.
        202 in.72.9 in.59.1 in.5 in.111.7 in.
        197.4 in.76 in.55.8 in.5.6 in.115 in.

        2016 Lexus LS 460 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          18 cu.ft.100.4 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.
          2016 Audi A7

          Ranked #1

          24.5 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.323.1 cu.ft.
          15.2 cu.ft.168.3 cu.ft.147.4 cu.ft.
          15.4 cu.ft.96.5 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.
          15.3 cu.ft.108.2 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.
          18.2 cu.ft.97.5 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.

          2016 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.18 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.-
            14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.-
            44.6 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.44.6 cu.ft.-
            2016 Audi A6

            Ranked #4

            6.9 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.-
            12.4 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.-
            16.2 cu.ft.16.2 cu.ft.16.2 cu.ft.-

            2016 Lexus LS 460 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -1182 lbs.4233 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3647 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1340 lbs.4006 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3655 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3719 lbs.
              -948 lbs.3814 lbs.

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