What enhancements the 2022 Lexus LS 500 enjoys are easily overlooked. They are either subtle and under the skin or reserved for specific trims or packages.
Generally, Lexus fidgeted with the suspension to achieve a more comfortable ride. It already felt as if you were gliding around on a marshmallow. We think those changes will be lost on most of us.
Moreover, Lexus says the twin-turbo V6 is even quieter. Again, it was already so quiet you could hear a gnat gasp.
Lexus also updated a few of the driver aids in its Safety System+ 2.5 bundle. Impressive is its pedestrian-detection function that, in certain cases, can detect pedestrians or cyclists in the crosswalk as you are making an intersection turn.
From its launch more than 30 years ago, the LS has always represented smooth, quiet, powerful luxury. Ultimately, it changed the face of large luxury sedans. It has continued to evolve along that trajectory.
Any gripes we do hear about it are that maybe it’s too quiet and plush.
The LS 500 competes with the likes of Audi A8 and Genesis G90.
We like the LS 500 for, well, just about everything. Notable is its well-crafted cabin, library-quiet operation, bullet-proof reliability, and relatively affordable price.
We think it would benefit from a V8 option, but the two current powertrains are efficient and perform well enough.
Lexus offers the LS as the LS 500, LS 500 F Sport, the LS 500h gas-electric hybrid (HEV).
Power & Fuel Economy
Providing go for the LS 500 and F Sport is a 416-horsepower 3.4-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine. A 10-speed automatic transmission ushers engine output to the rear wheels (RWD) or all the wheels (AWD).
Driver-selectable drive modes include Sport S+ and Custom.
With either powertrain, opting for AWD will set you back $3,250.
According to government estimates, fuel economy with RWD is 18 miles per gallon in the city, 29 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg in combined driving. Opting for AWD reduces the numbers by 1 mpg across the board.
A 3.5-liter V6 combines with two electric motors to propel the LS 500h. The engine and motors collaborate to generate 354 hp.
With RWD, the estimated mileage is 25 mpg city/33 mpg highway/28 mpg combined. Opting for AWD drops the numbers to 23 mpg city/29 mpg highway/26 mpg combined.
2022 Lexus LS 500 (starting at $76,000)
The 2022 Lexus LS 500 starts at $76,000.
Standard are 19-inch alloy wheels, triple-projector LED headlights with cornering lamps, LED taillights, and a power moonroof.
Also included are auto-dimming outboard mirrors, an auto-dimming review mirror, a hands-free power trunk lid, and 16-way power-adjustable front seats.
Heated-ventilated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power rear sunshade, keyless entry with push-button start, and active noise cancellation are also standard.
The infotainment system has a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 12-speaker audio system, navigation, Bluetooth, HD Radio, Alexa, and satellite-radio capability.
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Wi-Fi capability are also included.
The standard Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 adds a wide range of driver aids. Among them are forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, intersection assist, and lane-departure warning with steering assist.
Lane-tracing assist, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, road-sign assist, high-beam assist, and adaptive cruise control are also standard.
Lexus offers several option packages. A few, of which, can be a bit pricey.
For example, the Luxury Package is $12,710. It gains you 28-way power-adjustable front seats with massage, quad-zone automatic climate control, 18-way power-adjustable outboard rear seats, and more.
The Interior Upgrade Package ($3,730) adds a quilted-stitch perforated semi-aniline leather interior, 28-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with massage, and much more.
There’s also a $17,630 Executive Package and a $23,630 Executive Package with Kiriko Glass. Cha-ching.
Adding the $1,075 destination fee to the LS 500 base price brings the total to $77,075. With no money down, financing for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $1,385 per month. See 2022 Lexus LS 500 models for sale
2022 Lexus LS 500 includes:
- Auto-dimming mirrors – Using photosensors, they recognize bright headlights closing from behind. They then automatically dim the reflection of those lights. The mirrors include the inside rearview and both outboard mirrors.
- Power-adjustable front seats – Heated and ventilated, buyers can adjust these seats in 16 ways.
- Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 – This bundle of driver aids includes everything from forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking to adaptive cruise control.
2022 Lexus LS 500 F Sport (starting at $79,600)
The 2022 Lexus LS 500 F Sport starts at $79,600.
F Sport is primarily sporty appearance elements. For example, F Sport 20-inch alloy wheels, aluminum pedals, and aluminum interior accents.
However, it does also include an adaptive variable suspension and 28-way power-adjustable front sport seats.
Otherwise, Lexus outfits it as it does the LS 500.
Adding the $1,075 destination fee to the F Sport base price equals $80,675. Financing with no money down for 60 months at 3% interest costs $1,450 per month. See 2022 Lexus 500 F Sport models for sale
2022 Lexus LS 500 F Sport includes:
- Upgraded front seats – 28-way power-adjustable, these seats also offer a massage function.
- Aluminum accents – In addition to aluminum pedals, aluminum accents are sprinkled around the cabin.
- Adaptive Variable Suspension – Working with the multiple drive modes, AVS monitors G-force, yaw rate, vehicle speed, and more, adjusting the damping to deliver a smooth ride and crisp handling.
2022 Lexus LS 500h (starting at $90,500)
2022 Lexus LS 500h starts at $90,500.
Other than the HEV powertrain, Lexus equips the LS 500h like the LS 500.
Adding the $1,075 destination fee to the LS 500h base price brings the total to $91,575. If you put no money down and financed for 60 months at 3% interest, the monthly payment would be $1,645. See 2022 Lexus LS 500h models for sale
