After more than two decades of industry leadership, Lexus shows no signs of slowing down.
starting at $65,380
Lexus's flagship offers more luxury than a royal wedding but still undercuts its German competition by thousands. With features like keyless ignition, a heated steering wheel and durability that makes ancient pyramids seem temporary, the LS will be the best car you've ever owned. Channeled through an eight-speed transmission, the 380-horsepower V8's thrust is smoother than a bullet train on silk rails. One listen to the 450-watt Mark Levinson stereo's 19 speakers bouncing tunes off the standard maple, ash or walnut wood interior trim and you'll know you've reached vehicular nirvana.
starting at $34,650
Green doesn't have to be painful. The HS delivers exceptional fuel economy without the automotive hairshirt other hybrids require. No other car wraps you in butter-soft leather and provides the unique Lexus experience while transporting you 35 miles on a gallon of gas. You expect a hybrid to help keep the environment clean, but the HS goes one step further - its Plasmacluster ionizer technology actively removes mold, fungus and other nasties from the cabin's atmosphere. With 187 horsepower and an 8.4-second 0-60 time, HS drivers can heat up their commutes while keeping the planet cool.
starting at $32,145
The Lexus IS line gives buyers more options than a free agent with 40 TD catches. Whether you choose the sensible 250, the powerful 350 or the pavement-melting F series, you'll enjoy Lexus's attention to every detail. If a little wind in the hair rocks your driver's seat, get the convertible with a secure and quiet retractable aluminum alloy hardtop. All come with powerful four-wheel disc brakes and V6 buyers can opt for traction-enhancing all-wheel drive. Need more? The rear-drive IS F's 416 horsepower V8 arms owners with more firepower than most countries.
Available at Keyes Lexus of Valencia; 260-2000
(Publishers' Note: Check out incredible lease deals on the ES and RX on the back cover of this issue!)