Lexus LS LS IV (facelift 2009)

Lexus - LS IV (facelift 2009)

Details-
BrandLexus
ModelLS
GenerationLS IV (facelift 2009)
Modification460 V8 (381 Hp) Super ECT
Start Of ProductionOctober, 2009
End Of Production2012

Performance

The car boasts impressive performance figures, with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 5.7 seconds and a top speed electronically limited to 250 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.26 suggests efficient aerodynamics.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh5.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph5.7 sec
Max Speed250 km/h, Electronically limited 155.34 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.26
Acceleration 0 60 Mph5.4 sec

Body & Dimensions

The LS is a sedan with a length of 5060 mm, width of 1875 mm, and height of 1455-1465 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2970 mm and a turning circle of 10.8 m. The ride height is 145 mm.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length5060 mm 199.21 in.
Width1875 mm 73.82 in.
Height1455-1465 mm 57.28 - 57.68 in.
Wheelbase2970 mm 116.93 in.
Front Track1610-1615 mm 63.39 - 63.58 in.
Rear Track1615-1620 mm 63.58 - 63.78 in.
Front Overhang915 mm 36.02 in.
Rear Overhang1175 mm 46.26 in.
Min Turning Circle10.8 m 35.43 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance145 mm 5.71 in.

Fuel Consumption

The LS model is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 16.5 l/100 km in urban areas, 7.9 l/100 km on extra-urban roads, and 11.1 l/100 km combined. It emits 261 g/km of CO2 and meets the Euro 5 emission standard.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc16.5 l/100 km 14.26 US mpg 17.12 UK mpg 6.06 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc7.9 l/100 km 29.77 US mpg 35.76 UK mpg 12.66 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc11.1 l/100 km 21.19 US mpg 25.45 UK mpg 9.01 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc261 g/km
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 5

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a Lexus LS with an Internal Combustion engine, producing 381 Hp and 493 Nm of torque. It has a front, longitudinal engine layout with a 4.6L V8 engine and 8-speed automatic transmission, driving the rear wheels. The car has an independent multi-link suspension on both the front and rear, with an optional air suspension system. The engine uses direct and multi-port injection, and has a DOHC valvetrain with dual VVT-iE.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power381 Hp @ 6400 rpm.
Power Per Litre82.7 Hp/l
Torque493 Nm @ 4100 rpm. 363.62 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code1UR-FSE
Engine Displacement4608 cm3 281.2 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore94 mm 3.7 in.
Piston Stroke83 mm 3.27 in.
Compression Ratio11.8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection and Multi-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC, Dual VVT-iE
Engine Oil Capacity8.6 l 9.09 US qt | 7.57 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-20 / API SL, API SM, API SN 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-4, ILSAC GF-5
Coolant11 l 11.62 US qt | 9.68 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox8 gears, automatic transmission Super ECT
Front SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air Suspension - Optional
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Air Suspension - Optional
Maximum Engine Speed6600 rpm.

Brakes

The car has LS model with ventilated disc brakes (357x34 mm in the front and 335x22 mm in the rear). It has ABS, steering rack and pinion with electric power steering. The tires are of size 235/50 R18 or 245/45 R19, with wheel rims of size 7.5J x 18 or 8J x 19.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 357x34 mm
Rear BrakesVentilated discs, 335x22 mm
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size235/50 R18; 245/45 R19
Wheel Rims Size7.5J x 18; 8J x 19

Weight & Capacity

The car has a favorable weight-to-power and weight-to-torque ratio, indicating good performance potential. Its kerb weight is relatively high, but the maximum weight and load capacities are generous. The trunk/boot space is adequate, and the fuel tank capacity is sufficient for long journeys.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio5.1 kg/Hp, 194.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio4 kg/Nm, 252.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1955-2055 kg 4310.04 - 4530.5 lbs.
Max Weight2495 kg 5500.53 lbs.
Max Load440-540 kg 970.03 - 1190.5 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum560 l 19.78 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity84 l 22.19 US gal | 18.48 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Lexus - LS IV (facelift 2009)

The length of the LS sedan is 5060 mm or 199.21 in.

The LS sedan has 5 seats

The turning circle of the LS sedan is 10.8 m or 35.43 ft.

The car accelerates from 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds.

The car's top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155.34 mph).

The car features a drag coefficient of 0.26, indicating excellent aerodynamic efficiency.

The LS model uses Petrol (Gasoline)

The LS model meets the Euro 5 emission standard

The LS model has a combined fuel consumption of 11.1 l/100 km

The car produces 381 horsepower.

It has an 8-speed automatic transmission.

No, it is a rear-wheel drive vehicle.

The front brakes are ventilated discs, 357x34 mm.

The car has steering rack and pinion with electric power steering.

The tire sizes are 235/50 R18 or 245/45 R19.

The LS model comes equipped with a powerful V8 engine with enhanced performance and efficiency.

The LS model boasts an array of advanced safety features, including adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.

The LS model offers impressive fuel efficiency, with an estimated combined fuel consumption of [insert fuel efficiency figures].

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