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2008 Lexus LS 600h L
After the introduction of the new Lexus flagship sedan last year, Toyota’s luxury brand has taken the LS one step further with the all-new LS600h L. Retailing for more than $100,000,this luxury sedan—the most expensive model ever offered from Lexus—is also the most expensive production hybrid vehicle. Power comes from the latest version of Lexus Hybrid Drive featuring a 389-horsepower 5.0-liter V8 engine teamed with two powerful electric motors for a combined output of 438 horsepower. This massive vehicle reaches 60 mph in just 5.5 seconds and comes with full-time all-wheel drive. Fuel economy is rated at 20 mpg city. While this does not sound all that impressive, V12 engines with similar power from BMW and Mercedes-Benz are rated at 14 and 13 mpg respectively. Of course the LS 600h L is equipped with seemingly every luxury amenity under the sun, including the ability to parallel park itself. Joining the LS600h L is the next-generation LX luxury SUV. Renamed LX 570 to reflect its new engine size—a 381-horsepower 5.7-liter V8—the full-size sport ute grows larger in every dimension. The LX570 features a number of advancements in technology, luxury, safety and off-road capability.
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