The Lexus LS600h L for 2009: Improving on 2008
Standard equipment in the LS600h for 2008 and 2009 includes the 5.0 liter engine by Toyota, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two valves. A 4-speed Automatic CVT Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sedan arena.
The LS600h uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses air and air springs front and rear respectively.
Vehicle Statistics
The LS600h is 186.20 inches long, 72.60 inches wide, and 66.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 106.90 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the LS600h is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.
The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was $37,500, with a dealer invoice cost of $33,188. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2009 LS600h is a SFI design, using ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 19.20 gallons.
The 2009 LS600h gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is subpar for a sedan car.
What We Think of the Lexus LS600h
The 2008 model began the promise of the Lexus LS600h. The 2009 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the LS600h L will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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