Lexus LS (XF40)

Lexus LS (XF40)
Lexus LS 460 (USF40; first facelift)
Overview
Manufacturer	Toyota
Production	August 2006 – October 2017
Model years	2007–2017
Assembly	Japan: Tahara, Aichi (Tahara plant)
Designer	Yo Hiruta (2003, 2004)
Body and chassis
Class	Full-size luxury car
Body style	4-door sedan
Layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
Platform	Toyota N platform
Related	Toyota Century (G60) (for LS 600h L)
Powertrain
Engine	4.6 L 1UR-FE V8 4.6 L 1UR-FSE V8 5.0 L 2UR-FSE V8 (hybrid)
Electric motor	1KM AC synchronous
Transmission	8-speed AA80E RWD automatic 8-speed AA80F AWD automatic Hybrid Synergy Drive L110F AWD automatic
Hybrid drivetrain	Hybrid Synergy Drive L110F
Dimensions
Wheelbase	SWB: 2,969 mm (116.9 in) LWB: 3,091 mm (121.7 in)
Length	2006–09: SWB: 5,029 mm (198.0 in) LWB: 5,151 mm (202.8 in) 2009–2017: SWB: 5,060 mm (199.2 in) LWB: 5,179 mm (203.9 in)
Width	1,875 mm (73.8 in)
Height	1,476 mm (58.1 in) 1,481 mm (58.3 in) (hybrid) 1,466 mm (57.7 in) (air suspension)
Curb weight	SWB: 1,950–2,320 kg (4,300–5,110 lb) LWB: 2,040–2,380 kg (4,500–5,250 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	Lexus LS (XF30)
Successor	Lexus LS (XF50)

The Lexus LS (XF40) is the fourth generation of the Lexus LS—a series of full-size luxury cars. Produced by Lexus, the luxury division of the Japanese automaker Toyota, the XF40 served as the flagship vehicle of the former's lineup from 2006 until production ended in 2017.

The successor to the XF30 LS, the development of the XF40 began under the direction of Moritaka Yoshida. Focusing on simplicity, the XF40 was designed by Yo Hiruta, incorporating the L-finesse design philosophy—first introduced in 2001 with the GS. The LS 460 debuted at the North American International Auto Show in January 2006, while the hybrid–electric version, the LS 600h, was unveiled at the New York International Auto Show in April 2006. Official series manufacture began at the facility in Tahara, Aichi, in August 2006. Each XF40 model was produced in two wheelbase variants: a short-wheelbase version and a long-wheelbase version, the latter designated by an "L" at the end of the model name.^[a]

The XF40 was the subject of two updates, the first of which occurred in 2009. This involved minor updates to its front and rear fascia, engine power, and interior. The second—and most significant—occurred in 2013, including noteworthy upgrades to incorporate the company's corporate fascia, comprising the implementation of the "spindle" grille and prominently redesigned headlamps. Production of the XF40 ended in October 2017, and it was replaced by the XF50 LS. The XF40 is the recipient of numerous accolades, including the Wheels Car of the Year and the World Car of the Year award in 2006 and 2007, respectively.
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