Lexus LS 600h L Landaulet by Carat Duchatelet

V8 / 4.969 cc / 395 PS + 225 PS, maximum system output 445 PS / 384 lb/ft (520 Nm) @ 4.000 + 220 lb/ft (300 Nm) / AWD / 0 - 62 mph (100 km/h): 6,3 s / Vmax: 155 mph (250 km/h) / will be serving as the official car at the royal wedding of Albert II, Prince of Monaco, taking place on July 2, 2011.

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Lexus ES 350, 2010

Lexus ES 350, 2010

 

In its fifth generation, the Lexus ES 350 continues to blur the line between "entry luxury" and "prestige luxury." Revised headlamps, a new grille, new grille surround, chrome body side molding and new front bumper with revised lower intake and integrated fog lamps underscore the car's refined character. Side mirrors now feature integrated turn signals, and the tail lamps are redesigned. Elegant new exterior colors accentuate the distinctive design in the 2010 ES 350.

For 2010, renowned Lexus luxury is enhanced by revised steering wheel controls, as well as new wood trim choices. A revised center console offers more storage than before. An array of new user technologies expands navigation capability and music playing options. The updated optional navigation system features improved Voice Command casual-language voice recognition to enhance owner convenience.

The new standard Lexus Memory System controls and stores settings for the driver's seat (except lumbar), outside mirrors and steering wheel. Rain-sensing windshield wipers, previously optional, are now standard.

Two all-new telematics products are available with a complimentary one-year trial subscription. Safety Connect is standard on non-navigation equipped vehicles. Lexus Enform, which automatically comes with Safety Connect, is only available with navigation-equipped vehicles.

Engine/Transmission/Drivetrain/Performance
The Lexus ES 350's aluminum 3.5-liter V6 produces 272 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 254 lb.-ft. peak torque at 4,700 rpm. The chain-driven camshafts employ Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual VVT-i) for optimal performance and efficiency at all engine speeds.

The six-speed automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i) provides a sequential manual shift feature for a more involved driving experience when desired. Shifting strategy adapts to driver input, with rapid kick-down response.

Chassis/Body/Suspension/Tires/Brakes
The Lexus ES 350 owes its smooth, quiet ride in large part to a rigid unibody structure that allows the four-wheel independent suspension to be tuned to provide responsive handling agility and ultra-smooth ride quality. The low 0.28 coefficient of drag (Cd) helps minimize wind noise while also helping to maximize highway fuel efficiency. Standard 17 x 7-inch aluminum alloy wheels with a new split five-spoke design carry 215/55R17 all-season tires. A full-size spare wheel/tire is available.

Standard Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with traction control system integrates the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and the Brake Assist (BA) safety feature. A new VSC cut-off switch for 2010 is useful if it becomes necessary to extricate the car from deep snow or other difficult conditions, such as mud or sand.

Safety/Security Features
A reinforced front- and rear-structure passenger compartment forms the foundation for passive safety in the Lexus ES 350. In addition to advanced dual-stage front airbags and front seat-mounted side airbags, the Lexus Supplemental Restraint System includes rear seat-mounted side air bags (previously optional, now standard), side-curtain airbags that extend from the A-pillar to C-pillar and a knee airbag for both the driver and front passenger, for a total of 10 airbags throughout the cabin.

The optional Pre-Collision System (PCS) can help reduce collision damage. The package includes Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, which uses millimeter-wave radar to measure and help maintain a pre-set distance from a vehicle traveling ahead. The multi-information display within the combination meter will show a car icon with the selected following distance.

If, based on a variety of inputs, PCS determines that a collision is unavoidable, the system preemptively retracts the front seat belts and pre-initializes BA so that increased braking will be applied the instant the driver depresses the pedal. Active Braking can automatically apply the brakes up to a deceleration rate of 0.3 g if the driver fails to react to system warnings.

The optional dual-swivel Lexus Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) helps illuminate a turn or curve as the driver steers into it. A medium-to-high speed mode (over 19 mph) allows both the right and left front headlamp bulbs to swivel toward the direction of the turn at the same time.

Luxury/Comfort/Convenience
Lexus' craftsmanship and attention to detail provide true luxury by design in the Lexus ES 350. Standard leather-trimmed seating is available in three colors. For 2010, the Ultra Luxury Package adds double-contrast stitching for the seats, console and door trim, a feature seen in prestige-luxury models, and perforated, semi-aniline leather.

A one-touch tilt/slide power glass moonroof is standard, as well as a dual-zone automatic climate control system, 10-way power front seats (with standard driver memory) and a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel.
The standard multi-information display, located in the combination meter, is easy to operate. Its main feature is a trip computer that provides outside temperature, driving range, fuel consumption and average speed readouts. A new Eco Driving indicator helps encourage economical driving. The display also includes an oil maintenance reminder and system warnings.

The standard leather-trimmed steering wheel integrates easy-to-use controls for the audio system, trip computer, and multi-information display, as well as voice control for the available navigation system when so equipped. The standard auto-dimming rearview mirror features an integrated digital compass. Heated exterior mirrors help melt away morning fog or frost, and an illuminated entry system lights the interior foot wells and the exterior with puddle lamps.

The SmartAccess keyless entry and push-to-start ignition system allows the driver to enter and start the car without needing to remove the access fob from pocket or purse. The standard HomeLink® transmitter can control compatible garage-door openers and home-security devices.
Convenience details abound throughout the Lexus ES 350, including illuminated front cup holders and an interior lighting system. Using the new Lexus Memory System feature, the driver can now tailor numerous vehicle preferences, including lighting, power windows and moonroof, steering wheel, and door lock control.

The standard Lexus Premium Audio system includes an in-dash, six-disc CD changer, Automatic Sound Levelizer and an integrated satellite radio receiver (complimentary 90-day trial subscription included). New for 2010, the system adds iPod®/USB connectivity, Bluetooth® hands free phone capability and music streaming.

Luxury Options
The customer can "layer" luxury in the Lexus ES 350 by adding the Ultra-Luxury Package, or by selecting from a number of standalone options which include heated and ventilated front seats, HID with AFS, and Intuitive Park Assist (IPA). The IPA system uses ultrasonic sensors to detect objects close to the car's front and rear bumpers, alerting the driver and showing distance to objects in the multi-information display.

The available touch-screen Lexus Navigation System with rear back-up camera, revised for 2010, allows the driver to enter a destination using the updated Voice Command casual-language voice recognition. The system integrates control for the Lexus Personalized Settings feature and adds Bluetooth® phonebook download. Voice command, a casual-language-based voice recognition feature, is standard on navigation-equipped vehicles. This new technology allows the driver to give fewer and more flexible, conversational commands in a specific order for easier access to audio, climate, and navigation system functions to help drivers focus more on the road ahead.

The Ultra-Luxury Package includes a panorama glass roof; perforated semi-aniline leather-trimmed seating (new Black/Saddle color combination for 2010); power rear sunshade; passenger memory; the HID/AFS lighting system; and a wood- and leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob. Exclusive Liquid Graphite-finish 17-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels add a distinctive touch.

Interior Design
Built on a 109.3-inch wheelbase, the midsize Lexus ES 350 provides a roomy and inviting interior. The driver and passengers are treated to intelligent, elegant luxury, with touch points that convey quality and controls that respond fluidly.

The high level of Lexus craftsmanship is immediately evident in the Lexus ES 350, with bright, clear Optitron® gauges, premium wood, as well as polished metal and leather accents that echo prestige-luxury models. For 2010, Parchment leather replaces Cashmere; new Walnut trim replaces Medium Brown Walnut, and Dark Brown Bird's Eye Maple trim is added.

Chicago Preshow: Lexus CT 200h Concept Tune by Five Axis

Lexus will be showing off a wilder CT 200h prepared by parent company Toyota's tuning partner Five-Axis at the upcoming 2011 Chicago Auto Show, which runs for the public from February 11 to 20. The highly-modified Five Axis Project CT will be dressed in a custom made wide body kit with hybrid's bad-boy appearance further enhanced by the JDSU “Dark Passage” paint, the lowered ride height (thanks to a TEIN Flex coilover suspension system), and custom 19-inch FIVE:AD forged alloy wheels.

No word on any powertrain improvements, but the CT 200h concept study will get a bespoke interior treatment and a Stoptech High Performance Big Brake Kit on the front.

The Five Axis Project CT will be joined by numerous Lexus models including vehicles from last year’s SEMA Show such as a customized LS600h L by VIP Auto Salon and a revamped RX 450h courtesy of tuner Paul Tolson, EST Styling, plus the full range of production models like the 2012 LFA sports car.

Lexus Issues Voluntary Recall on 245,000 GS and IS Models in the U.S.

Lexus has issued a voluntary safety recall involving some 245,000 cars in the U.S. because of a potential defect that may cause fuel leakage. The models affected by the recall include the GS300 and GS350 from the 2006-2007MY, the IS 250 from the 2006-2009MY, and the IS 350 from the 2006-2008MY.

The company said that due to insufficient tightening, the connection between the fuel pressure sensor and a certain fuel line could loosen over time, resulting in a possible fuel leak. No accidents related to the problem have been reported to date.

According to statement from Lexus' parent company Toyota, the firm's dealers will inspect the vehicles and if no leakage is found, will tighten the sensor with the proper torque. In case of a confirmed fuel leak, the gasket between the fuel sensor and the delivery pipe will be replaced and the sensor tightened. As expected, all operations will be conducted free of charge.

Lexus LS 600h L by Fox Marketing

V8 / 4.969 cc / 395 PS + 225 PS, maximum system output 445 PS / 384 lb/ft (520 Nm) @ 4.000 + 220 lb/ft (300 Nm) / AWD / 0 - 62 mph (100 km/h): 6,3 s / Vmax: 155 mph (250 km/h)

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SPESIFIKASI Lexus LS460

SPESIFIKASI Lexus LS460

Beginning last July, announces that Toyota Motor Corp. announced the withdrawal or TMC for repair of some Lexus models, between the LS460, IS, and GS. Improvements also occurred in the Crown which totals 270 000 units.

The problem is often the engine suddenly died. However, the TMC has not received any reports of casualties related to the problem. Lexus Indonesia had not yet received any instructions from the center.

Coinciding with the event for Toyota Car Tree at the Hotel Four Seasons, Johnny Darmawan, Indonesia Principal Lexus, Lexus of Indonesia asserted that the taxable withdrawals for improvement (recall). "Specifically, LS460 and LS600 types whose numbers between 50 and 60 units," continued Johnny who is also president director of PT Toyota Astra Motor.

Options alloy wheels measuring 21 inches fell on products made in the tuner with Junction Produce brand Sport Heritage. And the more stunning appearance because of the influence of model racing chrome-plated fingers.

Brake master brand logo below also shows the disc brake diameter wide enough. Looks aggressive with the model changes the offset but not excessive so that the impression of 'eye cathing' blend with the dome wheels.

Other changes were also seen in suspension clearly visible from a car that 'down to earth'. Referring to the basic idea of modifying the LS 460, which blends elegantly stylish side of the force that will be explored from the sedan, so the engine manufacturer's capacity is still a mainstay.

Thick elegant side adorn this Lexus sedan interior. Combination leather and wood on the trim panel to its advantage when entering the cabin. Do not want to half-heartedly working on the interior, the tuner also design their own designs on trimnya wood and some sectors in the dashboard of her, then at the wheel also got the same touch of nuance.

Specifications:

Base car: Lexus LS460
Engine: 4.6 L 1UR-FSE V8
Power engine: 380 hp
Wheels: 2-piece Sport Heritage Junction Produce 21-inch, Suspension: Achieved by a simple electronic device overrides the which the height adjustment on the water-suspension
Exterior: Front half-bumper spoiler, chunkier side steps, rear lower bumper inserts and a series of spoilers, one for the trunk and roof as well as one for the hood
Interior: Junction Produce 13-piece wood trim kit, suspension heigh adjuster module fitted along the transmission tunnel, Junction Produce accessory

Steps taken by Indonesia to recall this Lexus is a call or come visit the shop. Now, go Johnny, it was the way to improvement. "Components will be sent from the TMC and already on its way. So, Lexus Indonesia only carry out its workmanship at no charge," said Johnny.

Targeted, its workmanship is completed in July. "Until now, consumers in Indonesia have never experienced anything like it (the engine suddenly died). Step Lexus Indonesia this is a precaution," explained Johnny

SPESIFIKASI Lexus HS250h

SPESIFIKASI Lexus HS250h

Japanese luxury car manufacturer, Lexus was forced to withdraw (recall) of approximately 17 000 units HS250h Lexus car production in 2010 because of suspected having problems with its fuel tank.

Fuel tank HS250h Lexus hybrid car in the inspection of the quality of the annual National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is found to have problems that can result in leaks. This is of course hazardous to safety.

With a total weight of 1.696kg, HS250h Hybrid Lexus engine capable of speeds reaching 100km per hour in about 8.4 seconds, 1.4 seconds quicker than the Prius. But about the economic level, HS250h Lexus Hybrid is still far less with the Prius.

HS250h Lexus Hybrid consumes about one liter of fuel for the mileage of about 14km while the Prius can achieve efficiency levels up to 21km per liter.

Indeed, compared with most hybrid cars, Lexus Hybrid HS250h it does look very luxurious. Some features are not available on hybrid cars such as lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, remote controller touch, wide-view front monitor and surround sound system made clear Mark Levinson is mounted on this car.

Unfortunately matter of convenience are less frequent because of the noise is still audible in the cabin, unlike the Lexus luxury car line.

Indeed HS250h Lexus Hybrid can not be fully known as the perfect merger between efficiency, environmentally friendly luxury Lexus but the work done is more than most consumers expect car. With the efforts initiated by this Lexus, it could be in the near future other automotive manufacturers will soon follow with a better product.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Vehicle Type: front-engine, front-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door sedan
Engine Type: DOHC 16-valve inline-4, 147 hp, 138 lb-ft; AC permanent-magnet electric motor-assist, 141 hp, 199 lb-ft; combined power rating, 187 hp
Transmission: continuously variable automatic
Wheelbase: 106.3 in.
Length: 184.8 in.
Width: 70.3 in.
Height: 59.3 in.
Curb weight: 3740 lb
Zero to 60 mph: 8.4 sec
Fuel Economy: 35/34 mpg

Meanwhile, Toyota is the principal Lexus evasive about the matter and said that they had done the same test but did not find problems on this car. Toyota also promised to investigate the instability equal test results between it and the NHTSA.

"Although testing showed HS250h they on Lexus cars still line the federal standard we wil investigate and determine the reason behind the test results are different," said Toyota's chief quality officer for the North American region as detikOto Maddox St Angelo Leftlanenews quoted from Saturday (26 / 6 / 2010).

Lexus HS250h itself had previously been withdrawn or the recall due to suspected to have problems with their brake function.

This means that with the latest withdrawal, HS250h Lexus models have undergone recall two times in this 2010.

Mais detalhes do conceito Lexus LF-Ch

Como já foi mostrado aqui o conceito Lexus LF-Ch será mostrado por intero no Salão de Frankfurt.

Porém a Lexus liberou mais imagens do conceito Lexus LF-Ch, que apesar de ser apenas um carro conceito segundo a montadora o seu próximo compacto, previsto para 2010, herdará muito dele.

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Primeira imagem do híbrido da Lexus o LF-Ch

A foto ao lado é a primeira imagem do compacto da Lexus que deve ser lançado no próximo ano.

O LF-Ch deve fazer sua primeira aparição ou publico já este ano do Salão de Frankfurt que acontece do dia 17 a 27 de setembro.

IS C "F-Sport"

A Lexus resolveu alargar a sua linha desportiva "F-Sport" ao IS C, a variante coupé-cabrio da actual geração IS que chega a Portugal dentro de meses.

A linha "F-Sport" é composto por jantes de liga leve especificas, diversos elementos aerodinâmicos, o principal destaque vai para saias laterais, spoiler’s dianteiros e traseiros, novo sistema de travagem e novos sistemas de escape.

A linha "F-Sport" da Lexus não está disponível em Portugal. Nos países em que é disponibilizada, comercializa os componentes nos concessionários oficiail.

A variante coupé-cabrio da gama IS chega ao mercado Português no decorrer do Verão, exclusivamente associado à motorização a gasolina de 2,5 litros com 208 cavalos de potência.
Fonte Carros.pt