Lexus designed the new LS series in 2011, has been the flagship car in the Lexus line-up.The Lexus LS 600h L sedan was the first vehicle to bring fuel-efficient gasoline-electric hybrid technology to the prestige luxury segment.

The Lexus LS 600h L hybrid powertrain system uniquely combines a 5.0-liter V8 gasoline engine with two powerful electric motors and a large-capacity battery pack. The hybrid powertrain generates a peak combined output rating of 438 horsepower and can effortlessly accelerate the LS 600h L from zero-to-60 mph in just 5.5 seconds. Mid-range acceleration is even more impressive. The system’s electric motor is capable of delivering maximum torque on demand and is most beneficial during passing maneuvers. The LS 600h L can accelerate from 50-70 mph in just 3.5 seconds.

2011 updated LS 600h L features upgrades over the previous model that include a larger useable trunk space due to a reconfigured battery pack as well as new telematics, USB connectivity and updated navigation. Traction and stability control, anti-lock brakes, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist and 10 airbags are of course standard. The power steering is electrical and high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights with dynamic auto leveling are included.

Specifications

Exterior

Tires and Wheels

• Painted alloy wheels
• 19 x 8.0 in. wheels
• Alloy spare wheel
• 245/45R19 tires
• All season tires
• Inside mounted spare tire
• Fullsize matching spare tire

Roof and Glass

• Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
• Rear defogger
• Power rear sunshade
• Power sunshades for rear side windows
• Power glass sunroof
• Remote sunroof operation

Measurements

• Width: 73.8 in.
• Height: 58.3 in.
• Length: 203.9 in.
• Ground clearance: 5.3 in.
• Front track: 63.4 in.
• Rear track: 63.4 in.
• Wheel base: 121.7 in.
• Cargo capacity, all seats in place: 10.1 cu.ft.
• Maximum cargo capacity: 10.1 cu.ft.

• EPA interior volume: 112.0 cu.ft.
• Gross weight: 6185 lbs.
• Gross weight: 0.27 in.
• Curb weight: 5360 lbs.

Mechanical

Engine & Performance

• Base engine size: 5.0 L
• Cam type: Double overhead cam (DOHC)
• Cylinders: V8
• Valves: 32
• Valve timing: Variable
• Direct injection
• Torque: 385 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm
• Horsepower: 438 hp @ 6400 rpm
• Turning circle: 39.4 ft.

• Base engine type: hybrid

DriveTrain

• Drive type: all wheel drive
• Mechanical center differential
• Transmission: continuously variable-speed automatic
• Center limited slip differential
• Brake hill holder

Suspension

• Multi-link front suspension
• Multi-link rear suspension
• Four-wheel independent suspension
• Front and rear stabilizer bar

Fuel

• Fuel type: hybrid
• Fuel type: premium unleaded (required)
• Fuel tank capacity: 22.2 gal.
• Range in miles (cty/hwy): 421.8/510.6 mi.
• EPA mileage est. (cty/hwy): 19/23 mpg

Safety

Safety & Security

• 4-wheel ABS
• Front and rear head airbags
• Dual front side-mounted airbags
• Child seat anchors
• Remote anti-theft alarm system
• Emergency braking assist
• Front and rear ventilated disc brakes
• Rear door child safety locks
• Daytime running lights
• Engine immobilizer
• Front fog/driving lights
• High pressure washers headlamps
• Auto delay off headlamps
• Dusk sensing headlamps
• LED headlamp
• 2 front headrests
• 3 rear headrests
• Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
• Rear center 3-point belt
• Front and rear seatbelt pretensioners
• Turn signal mirrors
• Stability control
• Traction control
• Electronic brakeforce distribution
• Emergency interior trunk release
• Front height adjustable headrests
• Rear height adjustable headrests
• Post-collision safety system
• Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system
• Driver head restraint whiplash protection system
• Self-leveling headlights
• Tire pressure monitoring

• Emergency Service*
• Airbag Deployment Notification*
• Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Safety & Security Options

• Pre-Collision System and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Advanced Pre-Collision System

Interior

Front Seats

• Front head room: 38.0 in.
• Front hip room: 55.4 in.
• Front shoulder room: 58.5 in.
• Multi-level heating passenger seat
• 12 -way power passenger seat
• 16 -way power driver seat
• Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
• Multi-level heating driver seat
• Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
• Height adjustable driver seat
• Height adjustable passenger seat
• Leather
• Manual
• Bucket front seats

Rear Seats

• Rear hip Room: 55.5 in.
• Rear head room: 38.0 in.
• Rear shoulder room: 56.4 in.
• Folding with storage and pass-thru center armrest
• Rear ventilation ducts

Power Features

• Remote power door locks
• Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
• Power mirrors
• Heated mirrors
• 4 one-touch power windows
• Remote window operation

Convenience

• Cruise control
• Front console with storage
• Front and rear cupholders
• Front and rear door pockets
• First aid kit
• Remote trunk release
• Retained accessory power
• Front seatback storage
• Electric speed-proportional power steering
• Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
• 12V front and 12V rear power outlet(s)
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
• Rear view

• Roadside Assistance*
• Destination Download*

Comfort

• Interior active charcoal air filter
• Dual zone climate controls – driver and passenger
• Trunk light
• Leather and wood trim on center console
• Leather and wood trim on dash
• Leather and wood trim on doors
• Front and rear reading lights
• Chrome and wood trim on shift knob
• Leather and wood steering wheel
• Front and rear floor mats
• Heated steering wheel
• Turn signal in mirrors
• Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
• Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Memorized settings

• Memorized settings for 3 drivers
• Memorized settings passenger seat settings
• Memorized settings includes steering wheel

Instrumentation

• Clock
• Tachometer
• Trip computer
• External temperature display
• Low fuel level warning
• Compass

In Car Entertainment

• Diversity antenna
• Mark Levinson premium brand stereo system
• Mark Levinson premium brand speakers
• 19 total speakers
• 450 watts stereo output
• AM/FM in-dash 6 CD/DVD with CD MP3 Playback stereo
• XM w/NavTraffic satellite radio
• Speed sensitive volume control
• Auxiliary audio input and iPod integration
• 1 subwoofer(s)
• 7.1 surround audio (discrete)
• 3 Months of provided satellite radio service
• Radio data system
• USB connection

Telematics

• Hard drive based display w/voice activation and directions navigation system
• Pre-wired for phone
• Enform telecommunications service
• Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
• Real time traffic

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2011 Lexus LS 600h will be starting MSRP $110,000.