2020 LS Exterior
The current Lexus design philosophy is nothing if not bold, with the massive spindle grille design up front rivaling the BMW 7 Series for sheer real estate coverage, even if the black mesh finish on the F Sport model does make it seem a little less Lil Wayne and a lot more Al Capone. The F Sport also gets black grille surrounds and black embellishments on the F Sport design front and rear bumpers. LED headlights are equipped as standard, with sharply angled LED daytime running lights and LED combination taillights with signature 'L' design elements. A pair of tailpipes with chrome surrounds are standard on all models, as is a power sunroof with the option to go panoramic. 19-inch wheels are equipped on the standard LS 500, while the F Sport gets a set of 20-inch Dark Graphite finish wheels with summer rubber. The Inspiration Series gets Black Vapor Chrome wheels, 20 inches in diameter.
2020 LS Exterior Photos
Dimensions
It's a full-size luxury sedan, alright, and the Lexus LS' dimensions back that up with an overall length of 123 inches and a 206.1-inch wheelbase making it only marginally shorter than a Mercedes-Benz S-Class. At 74.8 inches wide with the mirrors folded, the LS 500 will still slot neatly into a standard parking bay. How high the LS stands depends entirely on two things - your choice of drivetrain and your choice of suspension. All-wheel-drive models with coil springs stand 57.9 inches tall, while RWD models on air are the lowest at 57.1 inches. RWD with coils and AWD with air stand the same 57.5 inches from the tarmac. Those same variables affect the curb weight of the LS, with the lightest combination of RWD and coil springs tipping the scales at 4,740 lbs while AWD and air will see the figure swell to 4,971 lbs. Just the AWD system adds circa 200 pounds, while if you opt for the Executive Package, you can expect around 210 lbs of mass gain over a base model.
2020 Lexus LS Exterior Dimensions:
| Lexus LS Trims | LS 500 | LS 500h | LS 500 F SPORT | LS 500 Inspiration Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Width | 74.8 in. | 74.8 in. | 74.8 in. | 74.8 in. |
| Length | 206.1 in. | 206.1 in. | 206.1 in. | 206.1 in. |
| Height | 57.5 in. | 57.5 in. | 57.3 in. | 57.5 in. |
| Wheelbase | 123 in. | 123 in. | 123 in. | 123 in. |
2020 Lexus LS Weight Information:
| Lexus LS Trims | Curb Weight |
|---|---|
| LS 500 | 4,740 - 4,938 lbs. |
| LS 500h | 4,850 - 5,027 lbs. |
| LS 500 F SPORT | 4,872 - 5,070 lbs. |
| LS 500 Inspiration Series | 4,740 - 4,938 lbs. |
2020 Lexus LS Tires:
| Front Tire | P245/50VR19 |
|---|---|
| Rear Tire | P245/50VR19 |
| Spare Tire | Compact |
2020 Lexus LS Wheels:
| Wheels Type | Aluminum Wheels |
|---|---|
| Front Wheel Size | 19" x 8" |
| Rear Wheel Size | 19" x 8" |
Exterior Colors
If you're looking at a 2020 Lexus LS early in its tenure, up to 11 exterior hues can be chosen from, but at the end of February 2020, we'll see Liquid Platinum and Satin Cashmere cut from the palette, joining Autumn Shimmer that was done away with at the end of the 2019 model year. Most colors are cost-inclusive, with staples such as Atomic Silver, Caviar, Obsidian, Eminent White Pearl, and the stunning Nightfall Mica available at no cost, although the latter pair can only be had on the base LS 500. The F Sport misses out on these two, as well as Satin Cashmere, but instead gets exclusive access to Ultra White. Fancy yourself a redhead? Well, then the Inspiration Series is right up your alley. Provided you can lay hands on one of the 300 being produced, it gets an exclusive Deep Garnet exterior paint. The only paint option requiring extra outlay is the $595 Manganese Luster found on our tester, available on both the LS 500 and F Sport derivatives.