The Lexus LS was once the envy of the luxury class, launched to great acclaim and even higher quality.
Since then it's struggled to define itself as anything other than reliable and quiet--while competitors like the Jaguar XJ have spun wildly from a poor track record and dated mechanicals, to cutting-edge construction and performance wrapped inside a glitzy, glamorous body.
The Infiniti M has tried to elbow its way into the class, and has all the right moves, but still lacks the prestige that even Lexus enjoys.
The Audi A8 tackles the segment with the best tech features, including Google mapping and in-car wireless Internet.
But by and large, the segment still belongs to the Mercedes S-Class, and to some extent, the BMW 7-Series.
Available in a vast array of powertrain configurations, short- and long-wheelbase versions, performance variants, and exotically trimmed editions, both sedans ply owners with everything from business-class to first-class accommodations, with performance now in the Benz's corner, thanks to its AMG editions and the growth of the big Bimmers in size and weight.
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The new F Sport turns up the heat just a little bit, but you'll still savor the 2013 Lexus LS more for its interior appointments and luxurious long-distance comfort than for its performance. |
Peerless cabins, advanced connectivity, and athletic road feel give the 2013 Audi A8 a few weapons in its battle with the luxosedan titans. |
The 2013 BMW 7-Series is exceptionally fleet-footed for such a spacious, luxurious, and technologically advanced car. |
With sharp handling, scorching performance, and decent comfort, the 2013 Infiniti M sedans are bold and beautiful but not overwrought. |
Swinging style and newfound traction and gas mileage make the 2013 Jaguar XJ a more complete offering than it's ever been. |
Covering its wide range of performance personalities, all with superb comfort and some of the world's top in-car tech, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S Class is one model you'll be as happy to be in as to be seen in. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $71,990 | $72,200 | $73,600 | $48,700 | $73,200 | $92,350 |
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| 16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 12 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Gas V8 | Supercharged Gas V6 | Turbocharged Gas I6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas/Electric V6 |
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| Midsize cars | Large | Large Cars | Midsize Car | Large Car | Large |
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| 4-Door Sedan RWD | 4-Door Sedan 3.0L | 4-Door Sedan 740i RWD | 4-Door Sedan RWD | 4-Door Sedan RWD | 4-Door Sedan S 400 Hybrid RWD |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | 4-Door Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/manual shift | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic |
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| 2013 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Audi A8 | 2013 Lexus LS vs. 2013 BMW 7-Series | 2013 Lexus LS vs. 2013 INFINITI M | 2013 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S Class | |
