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THE 2012 LS HYBRID. OUR MOST LUXURIOUS VEHICLE IS ALSO A CONSIDERATE ONE. PURE POWER USED TO BE AN OXYMORON.

In our relentless quest to evolve and improve how our vehicles are powered, we have created a most luxurious vehicle, the LS 600h L. By using a highly advanced gasoline/electric hybrid drivetrain, this vehicle reduces fuel consumption and boasts fewer smog-forming emissions [1].

The LS 600h L is the world's first V8 hybrid. By pairing a 5.0-liter V8 gasoline engine with Lexus Hybrid Drive, the vehicle delivers smooth, quiet acceleration; great responsiveness; and 438 total system horsepower [2].

The 2012 LS 600h L features a dynamic exterior with contemporary front and rear fascias including LED headlamps and taillamps, standard 19-inch seven-spoke alloy wheels [3], plus outside mirrors with integrated turn indicators. Inside, rear seats are available with adjustable butterfly-type headrests and lumbar massage. The interior has an electronic gauge cluster with an ECO Driving Indicator that helps guide you to the most efficient use of fuel. There's also an ECO mode function that, when engaged, automatically reduces the throttle response and switches the climate-control system to an energy-saving mode. By allowing you to monitor and control energy consumption, the vehicle is mindful of both your preferences and the world's resources.

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Standard Luxury Features	LS 600h L
Luxury & Convenience
SmartAccess [6] [7] with push-button Start/Stop
SmartAccess card key
Advanced Parking Guidance System [8]
Dual-zone automatic climate control with interior air filter, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode
Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column
Heated steering wheel
Lexus Memory System for power driver's seat (except lumbar), outside mirrors and steering wheel
Power tilt-and-slide moonroof with one-touch open/close and sliding sunshade
Power windows with one-touch auto open/close feature
Remote-linked window and moonroof opening
Retained accessory power for moonroof and windows
Power rear-door sunshades
Power rear sunshade
Power door locks
Power door closers
One-touch power rear trunk open/close
Electrochromic (auto-dimming) inside rearview mirror with compass and outside mirrors (mirror compass not available on vehicles equipped with navigation)
Cruise control
Electronic parking brake
Center console with sliding armrest and storage bin
Dual cupholders, front and rear
Foldable front-door storage pockets
HomeLink® universal transceiver to operate compatible garage, gate, home lighting and home security systems
Intuitive Parking Assist
Lexus Personalized Settings (LPS) [9] to customize select electronic functions
Illuminated entry system
Front and rear lighted vanity mirrors
Scratch-resistant clearcoat paint
Exterior glass with UV reduction
Seating & Trim
Medium brown walnut, dark gray bird's-eye maple or matte dark brown ash burl interior wood trim
Semi-aniline leather-trimmed interior
Wood- and leather-trimmed heated steering wheel
Wood- and chrome-trimmed shift knob
16-way driver's (including dual-function lumbar) and 12-way front passenger's (including lumbar) power seats
Climate-comfort front seats with heat/cool knob
Heated rear seats
Height-adjustable headrests for all seats
Communication, Audio & Navigation
HDD Navigation System [10] including voice command, color LCD display with integrated backup camera [11] and Enhanced Bluetooth® technology [12]
Mark Levinson® 19-speaker 450-watt @ less than 0.1% THD, 20–20,000 Hz [13] Reference Surround Sound Audio System [14] with 7.1 architecture and in-dash, single-feed, six-disc DVD/CD auto-changer
Lexus Enform® [15] [16] with Safety Connect® [15] [17] features Destination Assistance, eDestination, Lexus Insider, Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Location, Emergency Assistance Button (SOS) and Enhanced Roadside Assistance [18] services. Subscription required. One-year trial subscription included
SiriusXM Satellite Radio [10] [19]. Subscription required. 90-day trial subscription included
USB and auxiliary iPod® [20] /MP3/Windows Media® Audio (WMA) port
Bluetooth technology [12]
Bluetooth audio [21] profile for wireless integration of compatible music players with in-vehicle audio system controls
In-glass antenna with FM-diversity system
Shark-fin antenna
Instrumentation & Controls
Steering-wheel-mounted audio, brake hold and display controls
Electronic TFT (Thin Film Transistor) instrumentation
Outside temperature gauge
Fuel consumption gauge
Automatic on/off projector-beam headlamps with auto-off delay
Illuminated interior electronic trunk-lid and fuel-filler door releases
ECO mode
ECO indicator

Standard Safety & Security Features	LS 600h L
Active Safety
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) [22]
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) [23]
Traction Control (TRAC)
Four-wheel ventilated power-assisted disc brakes
Four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake Assist [24]
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Smart Stop Technology [25]
Electronic Controlled Braking (ECB)
Full-time all-wheel drive with TORSEN® limited-slip center differential [26]
Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System [27]
Water-repellent front-door glass
Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle
Rear-window defogger with auto-off timer
Power-adjustable, auto-folding outside mirrors with turn indicators, defoggers, puddle lamps and auto tilt-down in reverse
LED low-beam headlamps with dynamic auto-leveling
Dual-swivel Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) [28]
Intelligent high-beam headlamps [29]
Headlamp washers
Daytime running lights
Integrated foglamps
LED taillamps
Passive Safety
Driver's and front passenger's advanced airbag system (SRS) with front passenger's twin-chamber airbag (SRS) [30]
Front seat-mounted side airbags (SRS) [30]
Driver's and front passenger's knee airbags (SRS) [30]
Front and rear side curtain airbags (SRS) [30]
Advanced active front headrests [31]
Three-point seatbelts for all seating positions, pre-tensioners with force limiters for front and outboard rear seats
Automatic Locking Retractor/ Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) seatbelts for rear outboard seating positions. Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) only for driver's seat
Height-adjustable front shoulder belt anchors
Child Restraint Seat (CRS) tether anchor brackets for rear outboard seating positions
Highly rigid body structure with front and rear crumple zones
Side-impact door beams
Reinforcements in pillars and door sills
Impact-dissipating upper interior trim
Collapsible steering column
Security
Safety Connect [15] [17] features Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Location, Emergency Assistance Button (SOS) and Enhanced Roadside Assistance [18] services. Subscription required. One-year trial subscription included
Vehicle theft-deterrent and engine immobilizer system [6]
Laminated rear side glass
Emergency interior trunk release
First aid kit
Tool kit

Option Packages	LS 600h L
Premium Package II
Four-zone automatic climate control with interior air filter, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode
Rear-seat Air Purifier
Power rear seats with power-adjustable butterfly headrests, memory and lumbar massage for outboard seats
Climate-comfort rear seats with heat/cool knob
DVD Rear-Seat Entertainment System (RSES) with power nine-inch screen and wireless headphones [32]
Rear-seat audio controls
Rear-seat side airbags (SRS) [30]
Executive-Class Seating Package II – (special order only)
Four-person seating with rear fixed console [33]
Four-zone automatic climate control with rear-seat infrared temperature sensor, interior air filter, smog sensor and automatic recirculation mode
Rear-seat Air Purifier
Power rear seats with power-adjustable butterfly headrests, memory and lumbar massage
Climate-comfort rear seats with heat/cool knob
Right-rear power recliner with multifunction massager and leg rest [33] [34]
Rear-seat wood-trimmed table
DVD Rear-Seat Entertainment System (RSES) with power nine-inch screen and wireless headphones [32]
Rear-seat audio controls
Rear-seat side airbags (SRS) [30]
18 x 7.5-in 10-spoke alloy wheels with 235/50VR18 all-season tires [35]

Options & Accessories	LS 600h L
19-in 15-spoke chrome-finished alloy wheels [3]	See dealer
Wheel locks
Advanced Pre-Collision System (PCS) [36] with Active Pedestrian Detection System [37], Lane Keep Assist [38] and Driver Attention Monitor [39] and Driver Attention Monitor [40]
Pre-Collision System (PCS) [41] and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control [39]
All-weather floor mats [42]	See dealer
Ashtray cup
Car cover	See dealer
Paint protection film [43]
Rear bumper appliqué
Cargo net – envelope
Carpet trunk mat
Door edge guards
First aid kit	See dealer
Window sticker – Lexus Hybrid Drive	See dealer

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MSRP does not include delivery, processing and handling fee of $895. Excludes taxes, title, license and optional equipment. Dealer price will vary.

[1]Compared to the gasoline-powered LS 460. [2]Ratings achieved using the required premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher. If premium fuel is not used, performance will decrease. [3]19-in performance tires are expected to experience greater tire wear than conventional tires. Tire life may be substantially less than 15,000 miles, depending upon driving conditions. [4]MSRP does not include delivery, processing and handling fee of $875. Excludes taxes, title, license and optional equipment. Dealer price may vary. [5]"Delivery, processing and handling fee" is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Lexus provides, as well as Lexus' overall pricing structure. Lexus may make a profit on the delivery, processing and handling fee. [6]The engine immobilizer is a state-of-the-art anti-theft system. When you insert your key into the ignition switch or bring a SmartAccess fob into the vehicle, the key transmits an electronic code to the vehicle. The engine will only start if the code in the transponder chip inside the key or SmartAccess fob matches the code in the vehicle's immobilizer. Because the transponder chip is embedded in the key or SmartAccess fob, it can be costly to replace. If you lose a key or SmartAccess fob, your Lexus dealer can help. Alternatively, you can find a qualified independent locksmith to perform high-security key services by consulting your local Yellow Pages or by contacting www.aloa.org. [7]The SmartAccess system may interfere with some pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators. If you have one of these medical devices, please talk to your doctor to see if you should deactivate this system. [8]The Advanced Parking Guidance System requires driver brake control. Always look around outside the vehicle and use mirrors to confirm clearance. [9]The Lexus Personalized Settings (LPS) can be programmed in two ways: For most models equipped with the available Navigation System, the driver can modify the settings themselves; for other models, including those without a Navigation System, programming is done by your Lexus dealer via a one-time, complimentary offer during the first 12 months from the date the vehicle is sold. Please see your Lexus dealer for more information. [10]Availability and accuracy of the information provided by the Navigation System or any SiriusXM services mentioned (if installed) are dependent upon many factors. Use common sense when relying on information provided. Services not available in every city or roadway. Periodic Navigation updates available at additional cost. Please see your Navigation System Owner's Manual or contact SiriusXM for details. [11]The backup camera does not provide a comprehensive view of the rear area of the vehicle. You should also look around outside your vehicle and use your mirrors to confirm rearward clearance. Cold weather may limit effectiveness and view may become cloudy. [12]The Bluetooth® technology phones listed on lexus.com have been tested for compatibility with Lexus vehicles. Performance will vary based on phone software version, coverage and your wireless carrier. Phones are warranted by their manufacturer, not Lexus. [13]Continuous average power, all channels driven, at less than 0.1% THD; 20–20,000 Hz. [14]Mark Levinson® is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. [15]Contact with the Lexus Enform® response center is dependent upon the telematics device being in operative condition, cellular connection availability, navigation map data and GPS satellite signal reception, which can limit the ability to reach the response center or receive emergency support. Enrollment and Telematics Subscription Service Agreement required. One-year trial subscription available only with new vehicle purchase of Lexus Enform-equipped vehicles. Additional subscription terms available; charges vary by subscription term selected. [16]Lexus Enform® premium services Destination Assist and eDestination will function in the contiguous United States. These services may also function in Hawaii and limited areas of Alaska for vehicles that contain map data for those states. They will not function in Canada or in other countries outside the United States. [17]The Safety Connect® services Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Location will function in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska, and in Canada. Enhanced Roadside Assistance will function in the United States (except for Hawaii) and in Canada. No Safety Connect services will function outside of the United States in countries other than Canada. [18]Coverage only available in the continental U.S. and Canada. Please see your Lexus dealer for details. [19]SiriusXM services require a subscription after trial period. Subscriptions governed by SiriusXM Customer Agreement available at siriusxm.com. If you decide to continue your SiriusXM service at the end of your complimentary trial, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates unless you call 1-800-967-2346 to cancel. Fees and programming subject to change. Available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. [20]iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. All rights reserved. [21]Bluetooth® audio device must be enabled with A2DP and AVRCP. [22]Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) are electronic systems designed to help the driver maintain control under adverse conditions. They are not substitutes for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VSC and VDIM will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details. [23]Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VSC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner's Manual for further details. [24]Brake Assist is designed to help the driver take full advantage of the benefits of ABS. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake-system maintenance, tire and road conditions. [25]Smart Stop Technology operates only in the event of certain simultaneous brake and gas pedal applications. When engaged, the system will reduce engine power to help the brakes bring the vehicle to a stop. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver input can all impact stopping distance. Smart Stop Technology is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving and does not guarantee instant stopping. Please see your Owner's Manual for further details. [26]TORSEN® is a registered trademark of Zexel Torsen, Inc. [27]The Tire Pressure Monitor System alerts the driver when tire pressure is critically low. For optimal tire wear and performance, tire pressure should be checked regularly with a gauge; do not rely solely on the monitor system. Please see your Owner's Manual for details. [28]The Adaptive Front Lighting System can help improve vision at night. However, conditions such as a dirty windshield, rapidly changing light conditions or hilly terrain will limit effectiveness so the driver may need to manually change the high beams from on to off. Please see your Owner's Manual for details. [29]The intelligent high-beam headlamps can help improve vision at night. However, conditions such as a dirty windshield, rapidly changing light conditions or hilly terrain will limit effectiveness so the driver may need to manually change the high beams from on to off. Please see your Owners Manual for details. [30]All the airbag (AB) systems are Supplemental Restraint Systems. All ABs (if installed) are designed to inflate only under certain conditions and in certain types of severe collisions: frontal and knee ABs typically inflate in frontal collisions; side and side curtain ABs in side collisions; Roll-Sensing Curtain ABs at a severe tilt degree, roll or lateral G-force. In all other accidents, the ABs will not inflate. To decrease the risk of injury from an inflating AB, always wear seatbelts, sit upright in the middle of the seat as far back as possible and do not lean against the door. Do not put objects in front of an AB or around the seatback. Do not use a rearward-facing child seat in any front passenger seat. The force of an inflating AB may cause serious injury or death. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further information/warnings. [31]Active front headrests can help reduce the extent of whiplash in certain types of rear-end collisions. [32]Headphones are for passenger use only. Do not use while operating vehicle. [33]If leg rest is in use, seating capacity could be reduced from four to three passengers. [34]Leg rest may not fully recline based on height of rear-seat passenger. Do not allow passengers to sit in a seat that has been fully or severely reclined while driving. This feature is intended for use only when the vehicle is parked. While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should have the seatback upright, sit well back in the seat and properly wear the seatbelts provided. In the event of a collision, the more the seat is reclined, the greater the risk of death or personal injury. Please see your Owner's Manual for additional information. [35]18-in performance tires are expected to experience greater tire wear than conventional tires. Tire life may substantially be less than 15,000 miles, depending upon driving conditions. [36]The Advanced Pre-Collision System is designed to help reduce the crash speed and damage in certain frontal collisions only. The included Driver Attention Monitor is designed to alert the driver if a potential hazard is detected ahead and the driver's face appears to be turned away. They are not collision-avoidance systems and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors. Please see your Owner's Manual for further information. [37]The Active Pedestrian Detection System, part of the Advanced Pre-Collision System, is designed to help reduce the impact speed and damage in certain frontal collisions only. It is not a collision-avoidance system and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, driver input and road conditions. Please see your Owner's Manual for further information. [38]Lane Keep Assist is designed to read the lane markers of certain roads and apply slight torque to the steering wheel to help keep the car in the center of the lane. It is not a collision-avoidance system and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors. Please see your Owner's Manual for further information. [39]Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is designed to assist the driver and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving practices. Please see your Owner's Manual for important instructions and cautions. [40]The Driver Attention Monitor is designed to alert the driver if a potential hazard is detected ahead and the driver's face appears to be turned away. It is not collision-avoidance system and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors. Please see your Owner's Manual for further information. [41]The Pre-Collision System is designed to help reduce the crash speed and damage in certain frontal collisions only. It is not a collision-avoidance system and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, driver input and road conditions. Please see your Owner's Manual for further information. [42]To avoid interference with pedal operation:
- Each mat must be secured with a quarter-turn fastener.
- Do not install a floor mat on top of an existing floor mat.
This floor mat was designed specifically for use in this model and model year vehicle and SHOULD NOT be used in any other vehicle. [43]Currently only available pre-installed on select vehicles. Ask your Dealer Sales Consultant for vehicle application. Lexus Genuine Accessory Warranty will only apply when the installation is performed by a trained Lexus-approved installer. If the film is installed by anyone else, the Lexus "Parts Only" warranty – 12 months – will be applicable instead. Back to top