2009 Lexus LS 600h
The 2009 Lexus LS 600h L luxury hybrid performance sedan overview
Built on the idea of mating a powerful V8 engine to a hybrid powertrain in order to deliver stunning 12-cylinder performance without the wasteful appetite for fuel, the 2009 Lexus LS 600h L is the epitome of quiet comfort in any luxury hybrid performance sedan!
Powered by a full-hybrid system comprised of two electric motor/generators and a 389-horsepower 5.0-liter V8, the Lexus LS 600h L can operate solely under electric propulsion at low speed and for limited distances in order to maximize its fuel economy. The regenerative braking system generates additional power when decelerating, and the air-conditioning system runs off electric power, allowing the gas engine to shut down at stops. Reaching the 0-60 MPH threshold in a mere 5.5 seconds, the LS 600h L is still able to retain a great fuel economy of 20 mpg city/22 mpg highway and 21 mpg in combined driving. The LS 600h L also boasts a clean Super Ultralow-Emission Vehicle (SULEV) standard.
The Lexus engineers do not spare on any detail, especially in regards to safety in their luxury performance sedans. The LS 600h L is equipped with traction and stability control, front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags and knee airbags for the front seats. A pre-collision system (PCS) that comes packaged with adaptive cruise control is another safety option, which uses a radar sensor to detect obstacles in front of the car. If the computer determines that a collision is inevitable, it pre-emptively stiffens the suspension, provides pretension in the front seatbelts and initializes brake assist so increased braking can be applied the instant the brake pedal is pressed.
In keeping with Lexus tradition, the LS 600h L sports a luxurious and well-crafted cabin. The spacious interior has room enough for five adults, and the genuine wood and aluminum trim as well as the rich leather seating offers a plush and comfortable feel.
Overall, the 2009 Lexus LS 600h L is a top-of-the-line luxury performance sedan that is perfect for your daily commute!
