2008 Lexus LS 600h L
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The 2008 Lexus LS 600h L is a 439-hp 5.0-liter V8 sedan with a l110f two-stage planetary-gear continuously variable transmission and all-wheel drive. It starts at $104,900 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 439 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 385 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The LS measures 202.8 inches long on a 121.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,049 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $104,900 ($158,349 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2UR-FSE 5.0L V8 + Lexus Hybrid Drive (Hybrid Synergy Drive); series-parallel full hybrid, Ni-MH battery |
| Displacement | 5 L |
| Horsepower | 439 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 385 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Injection Type | SFI/DI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | L110F two-stage planetary-gear continuously variable transmission (Lexus Hybrid Drive) |
| Final Drive | 3.916 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium 91 AKI |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link, dual-joint design |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link, dual-joint design |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19 x 8.0 in. aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 19 x 8.0 in. aluminum alloy |
| Tires Front | 245/45R19 |
| Tires Rear | 245/45R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 202.8 in |
| Width | 73.8 in |
| Height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.7 in |
| Front Track | 63.5 in |
| Rear Track | 63.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.7 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 5,049 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 44 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Lexus LS. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jan 16, 2009 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TOYOTA IS RECALLING 214,570 MY 2006-2008 LEXUS IS, MY 2006-2007 GS AND MY 2007-2008 LS PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ALUMINUM FUEL DELIVERY PIPES (FUEL RAILS). ETHANOL FUELS WITH A LOW MOISTURE CONTENT WILL CORRODE THE INTERNAL SURFACE OF THE FUEL RAILS. AS THIS CONDITION PROGRESSES, THE ENGINE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT MAY ILLUMINATE.
Consequence: OVER TIME, THE CORROSION MAY CREATE A PINHOLE RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL DELIVERY PIPES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA/LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
NHTSA campaign 09V020000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2008 LEXUS LS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.