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    2008 Lexus LS

    The 2008 Lexus LS is a luxury. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $200,000.

    There is 1 variant of the LS available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2007.

    The 2008 LS was offered with a 4 year, 140,000 km warranty.

    The Lexus LS is only available with a petrol engine that produces 280kW and 493Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $200,000 - $219,000
    Transmission
    8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sedan
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion
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    Retail Price
    $200,000 - $219,000
    Transmission
    8-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sedan
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2008 Lexus LS

    Available Variants

    The Lexus LS comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.

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    Power to Weight
    143.96 kW/t
    86.5 kW/t
    186.47 kW/t
    Boot Space
    440 - 510 litres
    440 litres
    560 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    11.1 L/100km
    11.1 L/100km
    12.3 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    757 km
    757 km
    Warranty (Years)
    4 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    140,000 km
    140,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    5 years
    1 year
    2 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,485 - 2,495 kg
    2,223 kg
    2,690 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    115 - 145 mm
    115 mm
    145 mm
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    2008 Lexus LS

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    2026

    $250,200

    Year
    2026
    Engine Type
    3.5L HEV
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sedan
    Number of Doors
    4 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Rear
    Maximum Power
    264 kW

    2008 Lexus LS

    Dimensions

    5,030 mm
    1,875 mm
    1,475 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length5,030 mm
    Overall Width1,875 mm
    Overall Height1,475 mm
    Wheelbase2,970 mm
    Turning Circle10,800 mm
    Load Capacity550 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2008 Lexus LS

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Lexus LS is the base variant that starts from $200,000.

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    The most expensive Lexus LS is the base variant that starts from $219,000.

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    The best towing capacity of a Lexus LS is offered by the base variant which can tow 0 kg.

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    The largest Lexus LS is the base variant which measures 1875mm wide, 5060mm in length and sits 1475mm tall.

    The most powerful Lexus LS is the base variant which has 280kW of power and 493nm of torque.

    The Lexus LS is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Lexus LS is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2495 kg.

    The Lexus LS uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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