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My 3rd LS
Jim L., 02/06/2016
updated 02/09/2018
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
35 of 35 people found this review helpful
We bought it used with 66k miles on it in Aug 2013. Now has 72k and nothing has went wrong. We also have an 02 LS430 with 112 on it and the only thing that broke was the driver window regulator. Way way more reliable than the 7 BMW and one MB S class we have previously owned. The car is super quiet and gets great mileage on the highway. The Mark Levinson in my 08 is much better than the ML sound in the 02. The stereo is absolutely fantastic! The other thing I like is it has a chain driven timing belt so no more expense of replacing the timing belt in the previous generation. I highly recommend this car. UPDATE FEB 2018: Still totally reliable at 82000 miles. The only complaint is the vinyl used on dash and doors. The driver door armrest has cracks in it. All the vinyl gets super sticky when in the sun. The 2007 models had a recall for it but not the 08 models for some unknown reason. I wish Lexus would add the 08's to this fix as it obviously a poor choice in material by Lexus. Check online for complaints about this.
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I'm truly amazed
Jim Howard, 02/06/2010
2009 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
33 of 33 people found this review helpful
Previously, I drove Lincolns for 16 years, then had two LS430s, but this LS460 is the most amazing car I've ever owned. The improvements over the LS430 are many, and the state of the art in this car is nearly perfect. I can find no faults with it, it performs flawlessly, the power is awesome, it's quiet like a tomb, comfortable to a nearly dangerous level, the features are extraordinary and everything works to perfection. I'm particularly pleased with the Hard Drive for storing your music that is on board, and the ability to play DVDs through the navigation screen with the car in park. Nothing like it when you're waiting to pick up the grand kids. I give the car 2 resounding thumbs up.
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2009 LS 460 AWD!!! Best decision!
jasver, 06/12/2012
2009 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan AWD (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
30 of 30 people found this review helpful
You work hard all of your life, you deserve this car. If you are considering it, you will never regret the decision. The car handles very well, and gives you the choice on the type of suspension you prefer. It is very responsive. You will feel safe and wrapped up in this vehicle. If you are looking for screaming performance, then you may want to look elsewhere, this ride is for those who just want a comfortable "couch on wheels" feel.
'09 Lexus LS 460L Love it
lj, 03/02/2010
2009 Lexus LS 460 L 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
45 of 46 people found this review helpful
Second LS for us. previous 2003 LS w/ 185,000 miles and did have some issues w/ suspension reliability, but otherwise bullet proof. 2009 LS Luxury package, longwheel base, is a real cruiser, loads of power, owned now for 6mos. w/o any complaints. Mark Lev.stereo is a dream. recent cross country trip, was shocked to look down to notice speedo @ 100mph by mistake on open road and ride was effortless and under total control, scary quiet. best mileage at 65, was 28mpg figured by hand. still discovering buttons and features.
Feedback on LS460
Ranganatha Hemmige, 04/02/2009
2009 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan AWD (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
25 of 25 people found this review helpful
The LS460 is a superb automobile that cruises beautifully on the road. The ride is very smooth, quite, and the powerful V8 engine just cruises without any drag or hesitation. A feature that is worthy to mention are its safety attributes. We happen to live in Chicago whereby we get our driving challenges due to bad weather. Last week, we were driving in the evening during hazardous driving conditions caused by heavy down pours of rain in certain sections of the driving path, and freezing rain in other parts. The car leveraged the all wheel drive feature, and the handling was just superb.
Finally luxury at it's finest!
Q, 04/06/2019
2008 Lexus LS 460 L 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
23 of 23 people found this review helpful
My wife did extensive research on this car & convinced me that I would love this car, she was right! Going from owning Cadillac cars there is NO comparison. This is luxury at it finest. I couldn't own this car brand new at $90,000 but 10 years later at $9,000 it beats ANY Cadillac that I've owned in the past!
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2008 LS 460
ken, 11/15/2009
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
22 of 22 people found this review helpful
We went with the Black, with Tan Interior. Great car, I get total strangers coming up to me and telling me what a great looking car I have. That never gets old. Rides great, very comfortable, easy to use nav, love the back up camera and sensors, door auto close and trunk auto open and close, heated and cooled front seats and heated rear. Fair gas mileage, about 17 in town and 19 on Highway. This is well worth the money, will never own anything else.
Great ride for the money
Mike, 09/03/2016
2009 Lexus LS 460 L 4dr Sedan AWD (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
28 of 29 people found this review helpful
I wanted a dependable used car with style, comfort, awd, and power. I did a lot of online research and narrowed it down to Lexus for overall ride and dependability. I purchased it with 103k on it and haven't had any issues in 10k miles. Engine sounds smooth, and runs strong, like new. Its at home on the highway with plenty of passing power. The LS 460 isn't flashy but turns heads, exactly what i wanted.
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Truly amazing car!
LSfan, 09/29/2009
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
My wife and I originally went into the Lexus dealer looking for a new GS. The salesman took us for a ride but said upfront that the car may be a little small for me. I am 6'5 and broad shouldered. He was right and the car was a bit cramped. While we were waiting for him to return with the keys my wife saw the LS460 and said she loved how that one looked. I of course responded that it was also the most expensive! When our salesman returned we said we would also like to drive the LS. Of course there was no comparison and we bought the LS. It is just the perfect car. So fast and incredibly comfortable. The interior is the nicest we have ever seen baring none. Highly recommend it!
"The Best Luxury Car"
Murphy S., 01/02/2016
2008 Lexus LS 460 L 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
34 of 36 people found this review helpful
I have owned or driven various cars such as Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Acura, Lincoln, Cadillac etc. and Lexus is the most luxurious, smooth riding and reliable car not to mention a great value. Lexus vehicles are not flashy but they have a conservative, luxurious presence that says quality.
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Another Home Run
Mike Chadwick, 05/06/2010
2008 Lexus LS 460 L 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
34 of 36 people found this review helpful
This is my second LS, the first was a 1995 LS 400, I ran it for 15 years. This car is very much the same, just much more advanced, smooth and powerful. Lexus is getting pricey is the only bad thing, but once you're used to this car no other even comes close. I tried to find a more economical replacement but there are none on the market. The German cars that are in the same league are unreliable and even more overpriced than this one, and because I keep my cars forever they're not an option for me. If I leased it wouldn't matter, outside of how much time you care to waste in a car dealership.
Overall great, needs a few improvements
Lexus Lover, 03/28/2009
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
First off this is my fourth Lexus. The car is great as far as comfort, handling, and performance. My major complaint is the difficulty of modifying the navigation system while the auto is in motion. I understand the safety ramifications, but when you have a passenger in the front seat this should be disarmed. I was pleasantly surprised with the gas mileage...I've actually hit 33 miles per gallon with this car, which to me is unheard of with this large of an engine (and considering how fast I drive). The navigation system is not logical. The Acura RL I recently traded in was very intuitive, this one, the driver actually has to arrange his thoughts before hitting the "talk" switch.
Noname
owleyes11, 09/29/2016
updated 10/05/2020
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
My 2008 Lexus LS460 is still going strong with all scheduled maintenance performed.
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Head turner and for a good reason
Mr. Anderson, 08/05/2019
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
My 2008 LS460 is my 3rd Lexus. once you have one of these its hard to drive anything else. The ride. The power. The Premium sound system. The gas Mileage is amazing. the 22 gallon tank will last me about 523 miles on a road trip. I love that they have gone to a timing chain instead of a belt. My only two complaints are the sealed transmission that keep you from being able to check it yourself and they quality of Vinyl that they used on the dash consoles and door panels. it got sticky and craked prematurely. My 2001 LS430 has no cracks and they park right next to each other.
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Bimmerman blown away by LS
mkgupta, 02/05/2009
2008 Lexus LS 460 L 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have owned a BMW 3 series, 540i, MB SL 500 and a Porsche 911 C4S. The LS is no Porsche of course but it is the "Porsche" of luxury sedans in my opinion. The ride, power, and luxury are at the top and the reliability is a good feeling to have. The performance is very good for a large sedan, not as good as the 750, but pretty close. For the money, the LS 460 L is by far the best purchase I could have made in this segment. unbelievable car, go and get your own yow won't regret it.
My Lexus LS 460L
Michael O'Brien, 11/14/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 L 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is my 6th Lexus and like all the others it is performing well and is totally reliable. Although a big car the fuel economy is very good. On my regular highway journeys I get 28-29 mpg. Average mixed around town and highway this only drops to about 24mpg. The park assist steering is too complicated to set up and responds too slowly for it to be useful, but it is a fun feature. This is truly a luxury car which is quiet and a pleasure to ride in. The extra rear legroom is always appreciated when I carry passengers.
Superb car
TxDoc, 03/19/2009
2009 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is an amazing car. I test drove all the Germans and others and this is by far the best. I think this is one of the best cars ever made to date. You will wizz by cars you think must be going 20 mph while in reality they are going 70 mph - all while sipping your coffee in a luxurious setting while listening to amazing music. It has turned my daily commute into a delightful experience that I look forward to daily. I feel fortunate everyday to own this car and plan on enjoying it for a long time. I got the chrome wheels and it adds a nice look to the black car exterior. The car looks very stylish, not dull at all.
not perfect but i love it anyway
bennette, 06/19/2016
updated 01/08/2024
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
22 of 26 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2008 used with 101200 miles on it in February 0f 2016. Had prepurchase inspection done at a lexus dealership. On the way home both head lights went out. Shortly there after i noticed that whenever i was stopped the car would idle very roughly. Took the car to the lexus dearership where they kept it for four days and could not solve the problem. I have tan interior and allthough it's beautiful to look at it is hard to keep clean my drivers side door shows a lot of wear. Believe it or not I still i love my LS, the excelleration is awesome the gas mileage is awesome and i look forward to years of reliabilty. No car is perfect but this one is REAL close. Will up date has the years pass. It's now December of 2017 and I have 143,600 miles on my LS, have not had any problems at all (knock on wood). Just had a transmission flush and an oil change. The car runs great, as good as most new cars the gas mileage is great for such a big car as well. I am VERY happy with this vehicle and would buy another Lexus in a heart beat. It's now December of 2018 and i have 160000 miles on the vehicle. I have had some suspension work done and a water pump but thats it car is running great. Update sold the ls in may of 2019 with 166,000 miles after taking 2,500 mile trip. The ls was just fantastic on the trip, outstanding gas mileage for such a big car. I bought a bmw only because I think the face on the newer Lexus's is so ugly. I will happily go back lexus when and if they look better. I will probably miss the reliability, but I love the way my bimmer looks. I NO LONGER OWN THIS VEHICLE!
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Excellent Car
KJM090, 09/13/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
True luxury vehicle with no real drawbacks. Acceleration excellent at all speeds and driving conditions. Went with all the bells and whistles. No wind noise experienced at highway speeds so far. Driver feedback from steering wheel could be greater compared to a M45 or 5 series. Liked LS 460 ride and street acceleration much better than considerably more expensive 7 series. Much more luxurious and larger than 5 series or M45. Great mileage so far. Fit and finish are excellent. Only driven 1500 miles so far but includes lots of driving including highways and rough back roads. Extremely comfortable.
Love My 2008 LS460
yawsboy, 12/29/2007
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I leased a new 2008 Lexus LS460 in mid- December. I thoroughly enjoy driving this car. I owned a 2001 LS430 prior to the LS460, and I could not imagine a better made, more luxurious car in the price range. However, I believe that the LS460 handles better and has a sleeker design than the LS430. I especially love all the new amenities, such as the backup camera and 8-speed transmission sport settings.
Best Luxury Car
George, 09/08/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 L 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my sixth Lexus vehicle and the best of all with the Executive Package. It is a solidly well built and quiet vehicle with absolute comfort and interior design, especially in the rear compartment which almost resembles the cabin of a private jet. Despite its 4300 lb weight, I get about 20 mpg around town and 30 mpg highway, depending upon traffic conditions. Its power is impressive as well as its 8 speed transmission which is seamlessly smooth. One minor drawback is the roughness of downshifting at 30 mph. Handling is good for the most part, except for some slight pitching on turns which is to be expected due to its size. Overall this car has everything one could ever want.
Quiet, supple, luxury...
Jason from MN , 08/16/2019
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The impeccable fit and finish is immediately apparent when first driving the LS460. The quiet, smooth, butter-like shifting is addicting. Acceleration is wonderful. Add to that the second to absolutely no one reliability and you have "The" winner in flagship sedans. BMW's are not even close. They may be able to turn on a dime, but I'd rather bask in quiet luxury than fly around an on ramp. I'm not 18 anymore. Besides, I get to actually drive mine 365 days of the year rather than drive a loaner for being in the shop 5 times per year (BMW again). The Jaguar XJL is the only other vehicle that I've enjoyed as much, but again, reliability matters to me,so the LS460 is my pick.
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Third LS
Herb Hood, 10/12/2018
updated 10/22/2019
2009 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan AWD (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my third LS. Having had 97 (still going strong with 235,000), 05 that I'd probably still be driving if it hadn't been totalled. The 09 performs great, highway mileage of 25mpg. Great in the snow. Shocks are a bit pricey at $1100 each with the air ride and sport suspension package. At 145000 had to replace the radiator and thermostat and a CV Boot. I have a 97 LS400 and didn't have to do the radiator until 240,000 miles. The 460's cabin is a bit noisy and there's a whine that's apparent. Dealer said it's not the transmission. Did have an issue with the interior but Lexus paid for the fix, eventually.
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Dream car
Tifany, 03/31/2019
2009 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan AWD (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I didnt know what all the fuss was about. I said I'd never spend this much money on a car. After test driving this I fell in love but after owning this car for 2 weeks I think its safe to say I'll never own anything else.
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Broke
Fred, 08/31/2010
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
Car has been in the repair shop three times in less than 2 years. Brake problems. What a pain for a $75,000 Car.
My first and last LS
Krish8395, 05/08/2016
updated 12/27/2017
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
27 of 33 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car for little more than 4 years, bought it at 60k miles and now it have 146K miles. Great car till it comes to front suspension issue, its a money pit. I have had my fair share of BMW ownership as well; however, my Lexus tops BMW in repair bills. I have put over $5K just in suspension work and no this car has never been in any accident. What happened to the legendary reliability? I guess it is only legend with this car, even dealership acknowledges the inherent issue. Shame on you Lexus for charging the premium price for this junk as well as the premium price for parts. Update: Dealer recommended to replace brake activator assembly for $3,706.91 for making noise,, they always refused to fix it when the car was under warranty because it was the character of LS460 and didn't cause any danger to its occupants. Interior of the car has started to melt in Houston TX heat. Just Google yourself "Melting Toyotas". Lexus has refused to fix 2008 and onward,,, they are only doing the recall on 2007 LS460. The most disappointing car I have ever purchased. Lexus LS460 sales have dropped 2007 - 35,226 to 2015 - 7,165 (US sales).... Keep making cheap cars Lexus..... Update: Steering went out (153K), had to spend $3,152 for a new rack and pinion. Also, dealer notified me that I need additional suspension repair for $2,168 to replace driver and passenger knuckle because due to worn out lower ball joint. My wife calls it "Bottomless pit". Update: finally sold it at 158K, it did bring more in trade then I was expecting. I know Lexus makes good cars even though LS460 was a total failure from me, I decided to purchase a GX460.
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Ultimate Comfort
APAXCGI, 02/05/2009
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I just bought my 2008 LS and am extremely impressed. The two things that absolutely stand out are the following: interior styling and fit and finish, and the smoothness/quietness of the ride at any speed. Clearly Lexus is well known for both of these attributes but on a daily basis they continue to impress. I shopped the 7, S550, A8 and all of them are very fine cars but none of them though outdo the LS is the aforementioned categories. AND - the LS is 20k less than all three of those models. Bottom line : An extremely fine vehicle in every sense that tries not to scream "I am rich".
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williamjamos, 07/03/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
While I'm a little confused looking at the EPA estimated miles-per-gallon performance, I certainly do enjoy the performance of my LS. Around town, including a 25-mile interstate trip once a week, I'm enjoying 19-21 mpg. On a highway trip when traffic is moving, I can almost achieve 32 mpg, and that's at 75-80 mph. Except for a trunk opener failure, this is an unbelievable machine.
Lexus 2008 LS 460
Lori Averill, 01/06/2018
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Total Luxury, great acceleration, lots of room in back seat, huge trunk. Drives better than any car I've ever had!
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Can Not Beat The Reliability
Pete Smith, 08/10/2018
2009 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought mine as a Certified Car. while that costs anywhere from $1500 to $2000 more it's well worth extra $$. The extended warranty not so much based on the number of miles one drives. I don't drive a lot. The only thing I've had to do in 6 1/2 years is change oil on schedule and change batteries. I'm so sold on this car that I'm now looking for my third V-8 LS that will take me deep into retirement. Don't like the idea of a 6 cylinder big car.
Nearly Flawless
Dave D, 07/17/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is my 4th Lexus and my first LS and it won't be my last. This is a true work of art and a brilliant machine. The car rockets from zero to 60, opens up and is cruise-like at 70 MPH plus. The ride is so quiet and serene it is easy to forget you are actually in a car even at high speeds. The LS is unbelievably quiet even at all speeds & in the city. Even driving at 50 MPH with the sun roof open is quieter than most vehicle with a closed sunroof. The interior is impeccable and is likely nicer than many living rooms you will encounter. The car surrounds you in luxury at every turn from the plush heated/vented seats and roomy feel to the easy to reach controls and tech features. Overall a gem.
Best car I have driven to date
M.C., 12/26/2007
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I had an '01 E430 for the past 5 1/2 years and decided to move away from German cars in general, mostly because how often it needed to be seen by a mechanic (and it is never a cheap visit). Ironically enough, I orginally went to look at the GS first but it took only 1 test drive for me to know the LS was it for me. I looked at pretty much all of the other cars out there, but this was the best deal for the money. Keep in mind, that this car competets with the S Class and 7 Series BMW, but is much cheaper. All of my friends love this car and I get so many complements on its beauty. You are not doing yourself justice if you have the money to spend and don't test drive this one.
Great car but....
Allan, 08/27/2017
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
14 of 17 people found this review helpful
Let me first say I love my 2008 Lexus LS 460. I bought it used, less than a year ago with 150,000 miles on it. Everyone told me "that's a 500,000-mile car". Well, I just had the starter go out. $1400 later the starter has been replaced. It's a starter like any other starter in any other car, but Lexus engineers decided it would make more sense to install it under the passenger side exhaust manifold! 7 hours of labor! Just because the car is expensive doesn't mean the repairs have to be. Why don't engineers talk to mechanics before they design these things?
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A Disappointing Update
Rick S - updated, 08/28/2010
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
21 of 27 people found this review helpful
Now that I have had this car for 2 1/2 years, I thought I would add an updated review. This is our 4th Lexus and I am disappointed in the overall quality of the car. Aside from the recall, I have had a number of mostly minor quality- related issues since my last review, including an issue with paint chips on the front of the car and a blown out speaker in my expensive Levinson stereo. If I had to do it over again knowing what I know now, I would not purchase this car. I expected uncompromising quality in a car I could drive for 10 years like my last 2 (less expense) Lexus vehicles. Now I worry about expensive repairs down the road. I am thinking seriously about getting rid of the car.
Great car
tguy, 08/18/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I waited until my 5000 mile service to evaluate. This car makes me feel like I'm sitting in the lap of luxury! Wind noise issues are being taken care of with new side window glass later this week. Biggest negative is that the navigation system features are rendered virtually useless while driving. It is silly to have to stop the car in order to find a nearby restaurant choice or gas station. This should be allowed.
Great car, but still has some issues
tommyguy, 06/22/2009
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
After a year with this car, it has been very dependable. However, like with most other owners, the side wind noise drives me batty. And calls to Lexus say that it is a design problem, that nothing can be done about it, and the problem won't be addressed until about the 2011 model year. Bummer. Also, the complete lockout of nearly every navigation feature while in motion renders the system nearly useless. Don't waste the money on this. Buy a Garman instead.
LS 460 - A Great Buy
Rick S., 03/23/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Our 4th Lexus over the past 14 years, and clearly the best ever. Previously drove a '98 GS 300 for 10 years and considered the '08 GS. In the end, nothing compared to the overall comfort, performance, quality, features and styling combination offered by the LS. It is an expensive "value" compared to many other cars in the same or higher price ranges. I recently turned 40, and wasn't sure if I was "old enough" yet for the LS based on the styling of older models. The 2007 / 2008 is a significant improvement in every respect and I have no regrets whatsoever for going luxury instead of sports/luxury. Levinson stereo is incredible and navigation is better than most reviews indicate.
What a Great Ride!
Christian, 12/24/2007
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
After having driven a Mercedes E-Class for the last seven years, I fell in love with this Lexus. I had initially planned on purchasing the GS model, but felt that it did not have enough headroom for me. After testdriving the LS, I knew that it was the perfect car for me! With the exception of the two suggested improvements noted, I love everything about this Lexus. It seems that Lexus considered even the most minute details when they designed this car, in order to create a ride as close to perfect as possible!
Excellent car
Derek, 11/04/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Extremely comfortable, quiet and smooth car, yet surprisingly powerful and fuel efficient, a great car for commute and family trips, can't find anything wrong with the car. Lexus service has been excellent, no complains at all! This is my first Lexus and I'm very happy with it so far. ML audio is superb, got to get it if you want good music while driving!
BANG for the Buck!!!
Mr Brown, 08/24/2020
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Love the luxury ride and power. Super reliable!!! I plan on hitting 200,000 plus easy.
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Driver, 01/05/2009
2009 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan AWD (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Everyone who sees the car remarks about the fit & finish. Everything fits together perfectly and works perfectly. While the exterior may share some styling with the Lexus ES, you know youre driving a top-of-the-line car once you are inside. In contrast to many European rivals, all the controls and buttons are easy to understand. Many of these have adjustable features which can be set by the owner or the dealer (like how long the interior lights stay on after you shut the door.). Actual mileage is 22 MPG, overall.
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Bradley, 09/22/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my second Lexus, and have owned several cars previously. This is probably the best car I've ever purchased. The one flaw is the input control on the nav system, you have to stop the car. If it was a way to design the system so that if the passenger seat is occupied, the the passenger would be able to operate the system. just a thought, otherwise, very nice and enjoyable vehicle to drive.
08 LS460 - somewhat dissapointing
jeffstephan, 03/15/2015
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
have 65,000 miles on one. Levinson amplifier went out at 60K. Found a repair shop in NJ to fix it for $700. It is 3000 if you go to dealer. Navigation is slow to put in addresses. Cannot change address while driving. Hard to jump start car as battery is very close to firewall with plastic molding above it that needs to be removed. Driver's side window switch went bad at 45,000 miles. Found a used one on ebay for $125 and fixed myself. Paint scratches very easy like others have mentioned. Sound of speakers is excellent. Decent mpg for V8. very comfortable on long drives and safe. Suspension sags into corners when driving spirited.
Total Comfort
JG, 09/27/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My second LS,and as expected, quite satisfied with the overall performance, and comfort. I only have 1600 miles at this time, and have had no bad experience with wind noise. Average miles in the city 21, and 28 on the hwy. Only regret was not getting the Mark Levinson system.
Magic Carpet Ride
Tom Kinder, 12/02/2007
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Extreme comfort, reliability, and a smart layout internally. Reasonably quiet ride. Lexus separates you from the road so expect a different feel if you're previously a BMW or Audi owner. Gas mileage is better than I expected but it's not about fuel efficiency if you buy a 460, it's about the ride. I call it a "magic carpet ride". I am very pleased.
A car to love!
xman, 03/30/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love this car! Very comfortable and smooth. Quiet on freeway and car just cruises. The 8 speed transmission keeps car even more quiet.
2008 Lexus LS460
Irfanski, 07/04/2009
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great car, smooth and comfortable ride. Great mileage - have driven ~5200 miles and have gotten ~22mpg in city and ~30.5 mpg on a 475 mile trip from NC to KY via the Virginia/WV mountains. Worth every penny (since I got it for a discount buying a new 2008 as the 2009 models were coming in).
Almost perfect
robert, 05/01/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have taken several long trips, and the car has handled like a dream. I averaged about 27.8 mpg driving 78 mph. I arrive w/o feeling road weary. The only area of disapointment is the Voice Command System. Lexus needs to go back to the drawing board and make changes. I suggest the computer be programed to accept the zip code since it is often incapable of understanding the city name. I have on several occasion made a game out of it by allowing other passengers to get the computer to accept their commands, most often with no success. I strongly dislike having to stop in order to program.
The best car I have ever owned.
Jason T, 11/22/2021
2008 Lexus LS 460 L 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Big, fast, quiet, and comfortable. The quality of a Lexus is much better than most cars. I used to think Lexus was a rebadged Toyota. I have purchased two used Lexus' and they drive better than other brands when new. I have the Luxury version that gives you more room in the rear. It is bigger than an LS 430 and more powerful. The only things I don't like about it are the premium fuel and the control arm assembly that will need to be replaced around 100K miles.
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Smooth As Silk
Topsales, 02/03/2008
2008 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I had a 2001 LS430 which I loved, but it was time to change, so I went out to drive a couple of vehicles. After driving and reviewing a couple of other vehicle options, none could compare with the quality and value for the price of the 2008 LS460. It drives smoother, better and faster than the LS430. The interior is quieter than any car I have ever been in.