Used 2021 Lexus LS 500 Base for sale 

The LS receives new headlamps and trim surrounds on the exterior, and Lexus says it's quieter inside thanks to a tweaked active-noise-cancellation system. - Caranddriver

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 is offered in a single trim configuration and comes at a base MSRP of  $76,000 for the RWD variant and an MSRP of $79,250 for the AWD variant. Even though the car sees a few changes to the exterior and interior features, the powertrain sees no changes, retaining the same 3.5L twin-turbo V6 mated to the 10-speed automatic, putting out 412 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque. The only change to the exterior is the updated headlights and the surrounding design. The 8 exterior colors, automatic LED headlights with LED DRLs, 19" 10-split spoke alloy wheels wrapped in 245/50RF19 all-season tires, etc are offered as standard, similar to the outgoing model.

The interior also sees minor updates to the features and the biggest of it is the addition of the new 12.3" touchscreen infotainment system. The active noise cancellation has also been tweaked, making it supremely quiet and comfortable for the passengers. Apart from that, the features like 12-speaker Lexus Premium Audio System, leather upholstery, heated and powered seats, 3 standard interior colors and 7 optional interior colors, automatic climate control, etc are offered too. The safety and driver-assistance features like automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, etc are standard as well.

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Even though the 2021 Lexus LS 500 comes in a single trim configuration, it manages to come with the LS 500h and the LS 500 F Sport. In comparison to both the variants, we found the 2021 LS 500 to be the most value for money offering of the lot, as it comes with all the bells and whistles like a 12.3" touchscreen infotainment system, 12-speaker Lexus Premium Audio System, leather upholstery, heated and powered seats, and many more as standard. Along with that, we would also recommend you to opt for the Luxury package, which manages to give out, even more, interior and infotainment features.

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The 2021 Lexus LS delivers great acceleration paired with a ride that can be too land yacht-like for some drivers. - Thecarconnection

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 comes with the same 3.5L twin-turbo V6 motor that is capable of putting out 416 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque. This motor is mated to a 10-speed torque converter automatic transmission, which offers multiple transmission modes and manual shifting with steering-mounted paddle shifters. The RWD drivetrain is offered for a base MSRP of $76,000 and the AWD drivetrain is offered for an MSRP of $79,250.

With an adaptive suspension setup as standard with coil springs on all four corners, the 2021 LS 500 offers impressive ride quality, ironing out all the bumps and potholes with ease, during both city riding and highway riding. But, it is not the most fun to drive offering of the segment, due to the soft suspension setup, which leads to higher than average body roll and understeer. However, you can solve this to an extend by opting for the optional air suspension system.

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 managed to give out a 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 13.7 seconds. The car can also achieve a top speed of 136 MPH when going flat out. With 14" front rotors and 13.1" rear rotors, the 2021 Lexus LS 500 managed to give out an impressive braking performance as well. However, the 60-0 mph braking distance hasn't been revealed yet. In comparison, the 2021 LS 500 F Sport also turned out to be identical, both in terms of acceleration and braking.

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 turned out to be the second most powerful offering of the segment, which is led by the 2021 Mercedes Benz S Class, which gave out 429 hp. Both the 2021 BMW 7 Series and the 2021 Audi A8 L gave out an identical 335 hp. When it comes to the acceleration, the 2021 LS 500, 2021 7 Series, and the 2021 S Class gave out an identical 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds, which is quite impressive. However, the 2021 Audi A8 L did the same 0-60 mph test in a slightly higher time of 5.3 seconds.

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The rear-wheel-drive LS500 claims 30/19 mpg highway/city, the rear-wheel-drive LS500h earns 33/25 mpg ratings from the EPA. - Caranddriver

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 sees no changes to the fuel efficiency front, as it comes with the same powertrain as the outgoing 2020 model. As a result, this luxury full-size sedan managed to give out a city gas mileage of 18 MPG, a highway gas mileage of 29 MPG, and combined gas mileage of 22 MPG.

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 also gets a 21.7-gallon fuel tank capacity, which helps the car to give out a city range of 390.6 miles and a highway range of 477.4 miles. The combined range of 477.4 miles is quite decent for the segment as well. However, if you want the best gas mileage, we would recommend you to get the 2021 LS 500h, which offers a combined gas mileage of 28 MPG and a combined range of 621 miles.

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 turned out to be quite fuel-efficient, however, the 2021 BMW 7 Series took the crown for being the most frugal of the lot, giving out a combined gas mileage of 25 MPG and a combined range of 542.5 miles. The 2021 Audi A8 L offers a slightly lower combined gas mileage of 21 MPG and the 2021 S Class hasn't posted the fuel efficiency figures yet.

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Lavish, spacious, and delightful in its details, the Lexus LS is a sight to behold inside. - Edmunds

Offered in 3 standard interior and upholstery colors along with 7 other optional color combinations, the 2021 Lexus LS 500 is the most opulent and luxurious offering from Lexus. The cabin comes covered with premium leather, wood, and aluminum accents, all of which help the cabin to be quite opulent. The 2021 LS 500, which is available for sale at a base MSRP of $76,000, also offers a plethora of standard features like heated and powered seats, leather upholstery, an automatic climate control system, and many more. The cabin is designed ergonomically too, making it comfortable for both driver as well as passengers.

Even though it is a 5-seater luxury full-size sedan, the 2021 Lexus LS 500 turned out to be a disappointment in terms of interior space and comfort, especially in comparison to the German rivals. The front row seat had the worst headroom, legroom, and shoulder room, making it quite claustrophobic to the passengers. Even the rear seat was also not a very comfortable place to be, since the shoulder room of 56.4" and the legroom of 38.9" made it the least spacious of the lot. Even though the cabin space is mediocre at best, the 2021 LS 500 gave out an impressive 16.9 cu ft of cargo space, which made it one of the best of the lot.

In comparison, the 2021 BMW 7 Series and the 2021 Mercedes Benz S Class topped the chart in terms of interior space on offer, both for the front and rear-seat passengers. The 2021 Audi A8 L also closely follows both the German rivals in terms of interior space. However, 2021 7 Series topped the chart in terms of cargo capacity, which is followed by the LS 500. The 2021 A8 L and the 2021 S Class had the worst cargo space of the segment. When it comes to entertainment, the 2021 LS 500 comes with the 12.3" touchscreen infotainment system and the audio duties are handled by a 12-speaker audio system.

Even though this infotainment system is quite an improvement from the old nontouchscreen unit, it still is not up there with the German rivals, as the interface is not very polished. It is also not the easiest of the infotainment systems, nor does it have the best display quality and features on offer. However, connectivity tech like Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa, Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth, and many more are standard. The 12-speaker Lexus Premium Audio System offers excellent audio output, with punchy bass and clear vocals. The optional Mark Levinson Audio System is offered too, which should be opted by the audiophiles. Some of the interior and infotainment features on offer are:

• Heated and powered seats
• Leather upholstery
• Automatic climate control system
• Leather and wooden interior inserts
• Heated steering wheel
• Sunroof
• 12.3" touchscreen infotainment system
• Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Amazon Alexa
• Wi-Fi hotspot
• Bluetooth
• 12-speaker Lexus Premium Audio System
• Navigation

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The Lexus charms with its Japanese aesthetic and standout design. - Caranddriver

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 comes with no major changes to the exterior design, other than the updated automatic LED headlights with LED DRLs and the slightly tweaked front fascia, which makes it look even more striking than the outgoing 2020 model. The front view of this luxury full-size sedan is also highlighted by the massive Lexus grille that comes wrapped in chrome along with the neatly sculpted bumper and large air dams on both sides. The 2021 LS 500 is also the shortest of the lot, with a height of just 57.1", and that adds to the sporty look of the sedan. The decent width of 74.8" adds to the road presence too.

The side view of the 2021 LS 500 is highlighted by the chrome bezels and window lining, heated and powered side mirrors that are integrated into the doors, and the coupe-like roofline. The multiple character lines and the massive 19" 10-split spoke alloy wheels wrapped in 245/50RF19 make the 2021 LS 500 more beautiful and opulent. The rear view of the 2021 LS 500 is the most elegant of all the angles, which can be mainly associated with the LED taillights, dual exhaust, chrome embellishments, and the shark fin antenna. The 8 exterior colors are offered too.

With a curb weight of 4,740 lbs, the 2021 LS 500 turned out to be lighter than the 2021 A8 L and the 2021 S Class. However, the 2021 BMW 7 Series offered the lowest curb weight, which is about 1,000 lbs lower than the 2021 LS 500. When it comes to the exterior dimensions, the 2021 S Class and the 2021 A8 L topped the chart in terms of length, width, height, and wheelbase. The 2021 BMW 7 Series was taller than the 2021 LS 500, which helped it in getting decent headroom for the passengers. Some of the exterior features on offer with the 2021 Lexus LS 500 are:

• Heated and powered side mirrors
• 8 exterior colors
• Automatic LED headlights with LED DRLs
• LED taillights
• Chrome exterior elements
• Dual exhaust
• Shark fin antenna
• Lip spoiler

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On the driver assistance side, each LS comes with the Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 as standard. - Carbuzz

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 offers the same build quality as the outgoing 2020 model, as it is entirely constructed in high tensile steel and aluminum. This will help the passenger to be safe while in a crash. When it comes to the crash tests, both the 2021 Lexus LS 500 and the outgoing 2020 Lexus LS 500 haven't been crash-tested by the NHTSA and IIHS yet.

The latest 2021 LS 500 also comes with the fully-loaded Lexus Safety System 2.0 which packs a range of advanced safety features and driver assistance tech. Few highlighted features include automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning system with lane-keeping assist,  adaptive cruise control with the lane-centering assist, and many more. Some of the other safety features on offer are:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Lane Tracing Assist
• Road Sign Assist
• Intelligent High Beams
• Traction Control (TRAC) system
• Stability Control
• LED DRLs
• Side-Impact Beams
• Airbags

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2021 Lexus LS 500 vs Audi A8 L

The 2021 Audi A8 L is a direct competitor of the 2021 LS 500 and does manage to beat it in multiple aspects. It is more fun to drive, has a slightly better build and interior quality, and feels more luxurious too. The interior space and features on offer are better as well. However, the 2021 LS 500 offers better performance, gas mileage, acceleration, and a superior list of safety and driver-assistance features. Available for sale at a base MSRP of $76,000, the 2021 LS 500 is cheaper by more than $10,000 too.

2021 Lexus LS 500 vs 2021 Mercedes Benz S Class

The 2021 Mercedes Benz S Class, which is available for sale at a base MSRP of  $109,800, is the most expensive offering of the segment. However, it is also the most luxurious, has impressive interior features and space, and has the most performance on offer as well. Along with that, the ride quality and driving dynamics are better too. However, it is quite a bit expensive than the 2021 LS 500. It will be not as reliable as the 2021 LS 500 as well.

2021 Lexus LS 500 vs 2021 BMW 7 Series

The 2021 BMW 7 Series is a German full-size luxury sedan that ticks most of the boxes for a comfortable and opulent daily driver that is also quite fun to drive. The driving dynamics and handling is superior to all of the rivals. The performance and refinement are excellent too. The interior space and quality are a notch above the 2021 LS 500. However, the 2021 LS 500 is cheaper by about $10,000 and offers many more safety and driver-assistance features as standard. The ride quality is excellent with the optional air suspension system too.

The 2021 Lexus LS 500 is an excellent proposition from the full-size luxury sedan segment if you want a fairly comfortable and opulent daily driver that is going to last forever. Along with that, the twin-turbo V6 motor is quite frugal and punchy and the ride quality is impressive as well. However, it does have a few downfalls, especially when it comes to the driving dynamics and interior space. The opulence and luxury on offer are a notch below the rivals too. Hence, if you are alright with these issues, the 2021 Lexus LS 500, which is available for a base MSRP of $76,000, should be on top of your wishlist.

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