The Lexus LS will compete in rarefied air against the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7-Series, and Audi A8.
All three of those German sedans have performance models that the initial LS won't be able to match.
In terms of outright excellence, the Mercedes takes the crown, although the BMW is close behind and a new A8 is coming soon.
The Jaguar XJ and Cadillac CT6 are both sporty alternatives.
The CT6 offers a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder that you wouldn't expect in a full-size sedan, but also comes at a lower price.
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The 2018 Lexus LS 500 sedans don’t reach for the same performance limits as the LC coupes, but there’s ambition in every line. |
The 2018 Audi S8 is a speed machine that's the ultimate sleeper. Spot one and stare—it'll likely be gone just as quickly. |
The 2018 BMW 7-Series is a plush ride with plenty of powertrain options and customizable features that places it among the full-size greats. |
The 2018 Cadillac CT6 has the style and performance to match its German rivals, but is the brand there yet? |
The 2018 Jaguar XJ swaddles its occupants in leather, delivers them in style, and offers sporty road manners for a large car due to its lightweight construction. |
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz continues to push the envelope for comfort. safety, and autonomous driving aids, while improving upon its effortless power and dignified road manners. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $75,000 | $82,500 | $83,100 | $54,095 | $75,400 | $89,900 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 18 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6 | Turbocharged Gas I4 | Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded V-6 | Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6 |
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| Large Cars | Large Cars | Large Cars | Large Cars | Large Cars | Large Cars |
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| LS 500 RWD | 3.0 TFSI | 740i Sedan | 4-Door Sedan 2.0L Turbo RWD | XJ R-Sport RWD | S 450 Sedan |
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| 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 | 4 | N/A | N/A |
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| Sedan | quattro LWB Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2018 Lexus LS vs. 2018 Audi A8 | 2018 Lexus LS vs. 2018 BMW 7-Series | 2018 Lexus LS vs. 2018 Cadillac CT6 | 2018 Lexus LS vs. 2018 Jaguar XJ | 2018 Lexus LS vs. 2018 Mercedes-Benz S Class | |
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