Our Review 2008 Lexus LS 600h
Introduction
The 2008 LS 600h is manufactured in JAPAN for Lexus. It is Lexus's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $104,000 USD in 2008.
LS 600h Dimensions
In 2008 the LS 600h has an overall length of 202.80 inches and a width of 73.80 inches. It sits a total of 58.30 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 5.30 inches. Front headroom is 38.00 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the LS 600h a turning radius of 39.40 inches. It uses 245/45R19 tires with a wheelbase of 121.70 inches.
Drivetrain
The LS 600h comes standard with a CVT transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 5049 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 5.0L V8 DOHC 40V HYBRID engine gets 20 miles/gallon city and 22 miles/gallon highway off a 22.20 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the LS 600h are also available.
Pricing
The LS 600h retails for $104,000 USD with a invoice price of $90,480 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $765 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Second Row Side Airbag, Second Row Sound Controls, Telematics System, Cargo Net, Second Row Multi-Adjustable Power Seat.
Exterior color choices include Black Opal, Golden Almond Metallic, Mercury Metallic, Nobel Spinel Mica, Obsidian, Opaline Pearl, Smoky Granite Mica, Starfire Pearl, Verdigris Mica with interior choices of Alabaster Semi-Aniline Leather, Black Semi-Aniline Leather, Cashmere Semi-Aniline Leather, Light Gray Semi-Aniline Leather. The LS 600h seats 5 people with inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 72 month/70,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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