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Lexus unveiled its new flagship sedan at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, showing the long-wheelbase version, the LS 460L.
The LS 460 will feature the first 8-speed automatic transmission, coupled with a 4.6-liter V8 engine with a dual fuel-induction system that delivers 380 horsepower and 370 pound-feet of torque. According to Lexus, that is enough to power to launch the LS 460 from zero to 60 mph in less than 5.5 seconds, yet can still provide economy in the mid-20s—impressive figures for a car of this size.
The rear of the car has two sculpted seats and there's an optional ottoman package in which, rather like in a private jet, the right-hand seat reclines by up to 45 degrees with an adjustable footrest and built-in massager. For barons of industry who need to work in transit, there’s a foldaway table matched to the interior wood grain.
If you want to be entertained, the LS 460’s Mark Levinson audio system promises theater-level quality from 19 speakers, while a hard drive can store as many as 4,000 music files.
The LS 460 climate control system measures not only the interior air temperature, but through sensors in the seats, the body temperature for the occupants to create the optimum environment.
The LS was the first car Lexus produced and from the time it was unveiled at 1989’s Detroit Auto Show, it's been a benchmark for excellence. So while some other Lexus models may now sell in higher numbers, none is more important.
More details about the LS 460 will be released later in the year.
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