New 2026 Lexus LS Redesign, Interior, Pictures

New 2026 Lexus LS Redesign, Interior, Pictures  –  The LS was the flagship of a then-new premium brand from the Japanese carmaker, and the company’s colossal investment in resources and engineering paid off as Lexus earned global respect right out of the gate, proving it could produce a luxury car as good as – or better – than the competition. What’s more, the LS 400 cost notably less than a comparable BMW or Mercedes-Benz. New 2026 Lexus LS Redesign

At the same time, Korean car company Hyundai was trying to increase its North American foothold at the other end of the automotive market, offering basic vehicles powered by dated Mitsubishi drivetrains. The company’s three models offered affordability and not much else. During the subsequent three decades, Lexus has maintained its position as one of the most popular – and well-built – premium car brands in the world. Hyundai, meanwhile, has worked astonishingly hard to shed its entry-level status, becoming one of the world’s top carmakers, and even launching a premium marque of its own along the way.

New 2026 Lexus LS Redesign and Update Plan

Exterior and Interior

Despite their size, these premium luxury sedans pale in practicality to similarly decadent sport utility vehicles. Still, both cars have sizeable trunks, and while the LS 500’s cargo hold is slightly larger at 481 L versus 444 L, the Genesis has a larger opening and its trunk is taller, allowing it to swallow bulkier items than the Lexus.

These are incredibly spacious cabins for four adults, and despite their elaborate rear seat controls, both cars can accommodate a fifth passenger in a pinch with their consoles flipped up to reveal middle rear seats.

New 2026 Lexus LS Specs

Anything that can make terrestrial travel pleasant is found in top-level sedans like these. Aside from the lavish materials surrounding the occupants, both cars offer sunroofs, though the LS 500’s is a much larger panoramic unit versus the standard one in the G90. The sound quality of the G90’s 17-speaker audio system is outstanding, but the 23-speakers in the Lexus are better still, possibly taking the award for the best I’ve experienced in any car. Add to that the LS 500’s dual rear-seat screens with Blu-ray player and HDMI inputs, and even Hollywood bosses can keep up with their chores on the go.

While neither car offers a semi-autonomous driving suite like Tesla, both adaptive cruise control systems work in stop-and-go traffic, and their lane-keeping assist helps keep them between the lines. However, Genesis has done a much better job tuning its system to feel more natural in traffic, accelerating smoothly and keeping a reasonable distance from the vehicle ahead, and centred in its lane, where the Lexus is constantly busy wandering back-and-forth between the lines.

Engine and Performance

The power ratings of these two high-end sedans are a bit misleading. On paper, the G90’s 5.0L V8 delivers a modest advantage over the LS 500’s twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6. Still, the difference between 416 hp and 420 hp makes no real-world difference, especially with both of these cars weighing the same 2,225 kg (4,905 lb). What should matter more is the LS 500’s 442 lb-ft of torque that trumps the 383 lb-ft in the Genesis, especially given that the Lexus reaches its peak twist at only 1,600 rpm versus a lofty 5,000 revs for the G90.

The LS 500 is properly quick, and in a drag race, would likely edge a win over the G90, if such behaviour wasn’t so undignified. Mid-range punch is especially robust with the Lexus. But the throttle response and the gearing of the 10-speed automatic transmission makes the LS 500 feel sluggish from a standstill. This smooth wave of power rather than a neck-snapping approach to acceleration has been an LS hallmark for decades.  New 2026 Lexus LS Redesign

The G90 certainly doesn’t pin its occupants to the seatbacks either, but it feels more enthusiastic pulling away from a stop. What’s more, the eight-speed automatic is well-matched to the V8’s powerband, and it doesn’t need to hunt through gears as frequently as the Lexus transmission.

New 2026 Lexus LS Fuel Economy

What the LS 500’s V6 gives up in smoothness to the G90’s V8, it makes up for with fuel efficiency. At 13.8 L/100 km in the city, it betters the Genesis by nearly 1.5 L/100 km. It’s the same in the highway ratings at 8.7 versus 10.1, and again in the combined rating at 11.1 versus 12.8. Even still, both of these machines deliver decent efficiency, especially when compared to many of their luxury SUV counterparts.

The Lexus has an 82-L fuel tank, while the Genesis will hold one litre more, giving both cars decent range for long-distance highway travel.  New 2026 Lexus LS Redesign

New 2026 Lexus LS Safety Features

Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, automatic high beams, parking sensors, road sign display, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, and automated emergency braking are standard features on all LS models.  New 2026 Lexus LS Redesign

Front cross-traffic warning and radar-enhanced adaptive cruise control with an automatic lane change feature are added with the $3,200 Lexus Safety System Plus A Package. Additionally available to buyers are a surround-view camera system ($800), a rearview camera mirror ($200), and a 24-inch head-up display ($1,220). Along with fully automatic parking and a hands-free highway driving system, the 500h comes standard with all of these features.

New 2026 Lexus LS Price and Release Date

Decades ago, Lexus, as the newcomer to the luxury game, made its case compelling thanks to sublime engineering and aggressive pricing. At more than $140,000 before taxes, this particular LS 500 tester’s cost puts it in direct alignment with some formidable competition from BMW and Mercedes, both of which offer V8s. In fairness, the LS 500 starts at just over $100,000, but without adding at least the $13,000 Luxury package there’ll be no panoramic sunroof or air suspension, nor some of the dynamic safety features.

As a result, it’s Genesis which now plays the value-leading role in the segment. At its $89,750 base price, the G90 is a veritable bargain in the segment, and there are no expensive option packages to add since it comes loaded with everything the brand offers. Factor in five years of free maintenance and concierge services, and the Genesis value is indisputable.

Lexus has spent decades proving and re-proving its well-earned reputation for exacting build quality and exceptional durability. Having owned two myself, I have seen first-hand how even pioneering features like adaptive cruise control still work as if new, even after over 15 years of use. As a result, the Lexus brand has earned significant cachet that Genesis will need to spend years building.  New 2026 Lexus LS Redesign