@@amishparadise1924 That's true. Lexus seems to take the competition at a point in time and work towards that instead of working towards their own goal. They design their car to match a competitor's car at a point in time. So when a new lexus comes out it is already outdated because the Germans are doing their own thing and designing their cars for the future. The competition doesn't stop at a point but lexus seems to benchmark their cars to other cars at a point in time.
@@amishparadise1924 Why WOULDN'T they imitate the Euros? They know most of their customers are Caucasian, whose desires are based on Euro or American styling. So why would they risk using a Japanese-centric design philosophy? It's called smart business decisions.
Lexus isn’t as reliable as it used to be and Benz isn’t as unreliable as many think it is. I own two Lexus vehicles and I can speak from experience. Lexus LS reliability began going down in 2007.
A lil late to the party here Joe but man I'm glad I'm here!!! This LS is a cruiser!!! Besides the grille, I love the looks of it!!! They got a ton of things right with this LS so just a few more tweaks and it'll be really up to date. Reliability can't be their only/ main calling card anymore. Exceptional review as usual Team Raiti's Rides!!! #OnThrottle
That is definitely a nice car, styling, power, design, performance all of it. I love the twin turbo V6 and the AWD makes it really versatile. Awesome review!
@sanju2 I am pretty sure you HAVE to have the Enform Remote subscription in order to remote start the car. At least that's how it was on my 2016 IS 300.
@@RaitisRides if you can get a chance to can you review the 2020 LEXUS ES 350 ultra luxury or can you do a comparison of the 2020 Toyota Camry XSE vs 2020 LEXUS ES 350 ULTRA LUXURY
@@normt5463 Consumer Reports has also historically ranked Lexus at or near the top of their rankings, so I highly doubt a Lexus is going to be unreliable.
Don’t forget the executive package also includes the right rear seat with reclining and ottoman feature. It’s perhaps the biggest draw to this package!
Joe, I believe this car does have remote start. One day my 2017 ES350 started by itself while in the garage of my home. I was concerned and called Lexus who informed me that without notification, they added this feature "through the air". Fearing I could die of carbon monoxide poisoning I demanded it be removed! After watching this video I attempted to remotely start my newer 2020 ES350. and to my surprise IT DID START! You hit the lock button on the remote twice and it starts on the 3rd click. I feel customers need to be made aware of this.Lexus assured me it shuts down when the door opens or 45 seconds whichever comes first.
11:15 The LS does have remote start via the keyfob. You press the lock button 3 times, but on the 3rd press, you hold it until you see the car begin to flash the turn signals.
Remote Start, with Enform Remote function enabled you can remote start by pressing and holding the lock button down OR load the app on to your phone and use that to remote start
Love the LS. Agreed that it'd be just right with a touchscreen. It's good to see Lexus doing touchscreens in their newly released cars. I loved my IS, but sometimes the joy stick input was clumsy. Still miss that car though, it was rock solid and fun to drive!
@Raiti, you see the spoilers for the 2021 LS500 rework? It looks interesting and love the fixes they’ve made though some could be better. Even surprised the new interior trim option is Meteorite instead of wood or Kiriko glass with a Velvet like material instead of the alcantera/hand folded cloth
Lexus quality is unique and on another level. The longer you own these cars, the more you appreciate how well built these cars are. Styling was never a Lexus strength but over the past few years, their styling has improved and like anything, their design language will not appeal to everyone. This car will still be on the road over the long run, while their European competition will be lawn ornaments.
@Johnson Taylor True, Mercedes' GLC- and GLE Coupé classes are 53k and 87k. I know from experience that when it comes to volume of space in these cars it's not very great and you feel pretty cramped. And the even more expensive classes are just not worth it unless it's not a problem for you to pay 50k-150k for a limousine. But you have to include the import taxes too. A 100k Lexus limousine can be more expensive in the US than a "cheaper" Mercedes limousine. It varies. Basically the brand you pay for.
One thing you didn't mention is that on the front grill and back lights, all those patterns are actually formed using the lexus 45° logo. They turned them and rearranged them to be able to form the shapes
I honestly think lexus exteriors look much better than the german brands. I think the germans have a nicer interior , in general, but the reliability and exterior styling takes the cake for me
Is it me or does “Raiti’s Rides” have more and more commercials lately? That’s when you know Joe AND Lori are moving up here on UA-cam. Way to go guys! 👏
The upsized grill is orders of magnitude better design and integrated with the front facia design compared to bmw's afterthought design on the 7 series .
@@hassansmw5634 Who puts it first in the luxury sedan segment? J.D. Power give it a similar low 80's out of 100 to the Chevy Malibu. Consumer Reports rankings put it last in segment with a 54 out of 100. This review gives light that the low ratings are in fact true. ua-cam.com/video/EBORZkUn6YU/v-deo.html
Big Zonk on the track pad set up but big thumbs up on the door pouch for 2 whopper juniors, the skittles tray, and the massive center console that can hold at least 16 twinkies.!! 👍 All kidding aside that is a very nice car. Great review Joe.
@@daniconi7333 2018. Considering the new 2021 though, they fixed some annoyances of the 2018 I have such as they put in a touchscreen and improved off-the-line acceleration a bit.
One thing I do not like with this newer model is that heated/cooled seats control is in a menu, not separate buttons. But overall I would love this in my driveway in white/tan or ivory int. Maybe the blue with same int. color. I hope they improved the faults from 2018.
@@RaitisRides yes it is! Wonderful design. Just perfect. And the most unique thing is that the spindle grille only suit on any Lexus models not other car companies.
All Lexus come with Remote Start. They also come with a free 1 year subscription to Enform, an app from Lexus, which enables the Remote Start function. When the subscription runs out the the Remote Start function is turned off, until the subscription is renewed.
Jason Todd y do u want a twin turbo v8? The only thing that would bring to the table is power and if that’s what u want then add boost to the LS’ turbos and BOOM💥 I wanna get one of these and do that it would be so cool 😎
Jason Todd also the new 2021 S class looks terrible inside and out just two huge tablets, that’s not luxury that’s a Tesla, even Bentley, Bugatti, and rolls know not to add too many screens because they spend time crafting a quality interior that in ten years time would still look classic.
Just recently bought a 07 Ls460L for 6k 152k miles, has little dents and normal wear but on the interior its brand new, it was steal and its the best car ive driven to this date (also my first luxury car) Rides likes butter and cant go wrong with it, cant imagine how the 500 rides.
“The lazy boy seats with the plastic over the seats”. 🤣 That was hilarious because that’s exactly how it was at grandma’s house . 🏡 Great car for those who $114 grand just hanging around. Beautiful car. Excellent review 👍
I love lexus ,but what would happen when the car is older and if the infotainment system starts to have problems and you can't access the air conditioning and seat controls , that would worry me .
The most reliable bulletproof luxury brand. Period.
So true and they hold their value.
@@RaitisRides Indeed!
@@amishparadise1924 That's true. Lexus seems to take the competition at a point in time and work towards that instead of working towards their own goal. They design their car to match a competitor's car at a point in time. So when a new lexus comes out it is already outdated because the Germans are doing their own thing and designing their cars for the future. The competition doesn't stop at a point but lexus seems to benchmark their cars to other cars at a point in time.
@@amishparadise1924 Why WOULDN'T they imitate the Euros? They know most of their customers are Caucasian, whose desires are based on Euro or American styling. So why would they risk using a Japanese-centric design philosophy? It's called smart business decisions.
@@amishparadise1924 ls500 interior does not look one bit like any mercedes .. its far better
Underrated moment is when Joe opens the sunroof and without missing a beat he says " you don't have to use the tracking pad for that"
Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!
🤣
Man he got me on that one 😂
The good thing is this car is much reliable than German brands .
You can say that again!
@@RaitisRides nice car
and thats why it is the closest luxury car to perfection than any other car
Lexus isn’t as reliable as it used to be and Benz isn’t as unreliable as many think it is. I own two Lexus vehicles and I can speak from experience. Lexus LS reliability began going down in 2007.
A F A you’re right about Mercedes. But Lexus IS light years ahead of bmw and Audi.
That door panel belongs in a museum...my God🔥🔥🔥
This sedan is so nice it looks like a new home
You are so right Milton!
Finally, Lexus makes a good looking wheel.
I love this design!!!!! I love how they put the “L” design in the taillights
I totally agree with you!
It's also in the headlights!
That’s “L”exus for you!
agree
Yup the tail lights are unique but I bought it for the white leather interior and the Mark Levinson sound system. It’s a great car!
Considering the design, performance, fuel economy, luxury and reliability, I feel like it's one of the best cars ever made...
I am so glad that you like this one.
It’s basically perfect but Lexus really should switch to a touch screen
That's the one thing.
The updated LS has one.
Van Hammer this is true!
At least the rear passengers don't have a track pad to deal with.
2021 LS will have touch-screen
Good to see you Joe! Another beautiful vehicle! Stay safe Team Raiti's Rides!
Thank you so much William! I am so glad that you can make it! We are staying safe, and please do the same!
Love how you break the rides down.. your helping me decide my next purchase .. subscribed
Always high quality content! Stay safe joe!
Thanks Hector! I am so glad that I can bring it to you!
This guy and twinkies 😭😭. Genius
Thanks Jayden I really appreciate that!
Those are some very impressive performance numbers for a 2 1/2 ton car. Thanks Joe for the review.
A lil late to the party here Joe but man I'm glad I'm here!!! This LS is a cruiser!!! Besides the grille, I love the looks of it!!! They got a ton of things right with this LS so just a few more tweaks and it'll be really up to date. Reliability can't be their only/ main calling card anymore. Exceptional review as usual Team Raiti's Rides!!! #OnThrottle
My dad bought this after he drowned his 7 series and hydro locked 😂 , its a solid luxury car but the bmw drove way better. Love your vids Raiti!
Oh wow! Thanks for sharing that input from your Dad's experience!
How dough😂
Jusvibin it was in Saudi Arabia, we dont have proper drainage of rain water, my dad thought he was driving a land cruiser lol
Jusvibin I told him no but he kept going 😂
Jehad Wadi
بقي تعلمنا وش كنتوا لابسين وقتها !
That is definitely a nice car, styling, power, design, performance all of it. I love the twin turbo V6 and the AWD makes it really versatile. Awesome review!
Thanks Sully! It is super smooth traveling down the road!
Great review ! Man I haven’t heard large and in charge for so long . Put a smile on my face
Great Car. $40-$70k for one of these 2-4 years old. Worth every penny.
You are so very right!
Yes I bought a used one earlier this year. Was around $52K US. Worth it.
Just picked up the 2018, got a really great deal! Loving the car!
The new ones (2021) have the weird headlight housing too, not as elegant as this one with the flowing LEDs
@@InternetDude Geesh! Half price in about a year?
There is remote start. You press the lock button 2x then hold the lock button for 3 sec
Thanks for the info Jay!
@sanju2 I am pretty sure you HAVE to have the Enform Remote subscription in order to remote start the car. At least that's how it was on my 2016 IS 300.
@sanju2damn, you guys have some serious cars!
Thoroughly enjoyable review! May have to arm wrestle you over the Flying Spur being the king though!
I'm glad they took the time to make the back seats enjoyable for the passengers. Really nice I love it.
OMG JOE YOU MADE IT HAPPENED AGAIN.YOU NOT LYING IT IS THE KING OF FULL SIZE LUXURY SEDAN THANKS JOE FOR THE REVIEW.
I was waiting for your to chime in! LOL You are welcome my friend!
@@RaitisRides LEXUS is supposed to be doing a refresh on the LS with a Touch Screen, a face lift, and more safety features
@@RaitisRides if you can get a chance to can you review the 2020 LEXUS ES 350 ultra luxury or can you do a comparison of the 2020 Toyota Camry XSE vs 2020 LEXUS ES 350 ULTRA LUXURY
@@thegoodman3810 sorry to burst your bubble but Lexus ranks a 52 out of 100 or the lowest in the class for the LS according to Consumer Reports
@@normt5463 Consumer Reports has also historically ranked Lexus at or near the top of their rankings, so I highly doubt a Lexus is going to be unreliable.
Great presentation and Victor - that’s some great camera work! It really helps to appreciate what the presence of the car feels like. Subscribed!
Thank you for the great content, Joe!
You are so very welcome!
Just subscribed. Keep up the good work man! Zonk away!!!
Don’t forget the executive package also includes the right rear seat with reclining and ottoman feature. It’s perhaps the biggest draw to this package!
Awesome review Joe for a beautiful car!
You are a great vehicle reviewer, love your channel.
Joe, I believe this car does have remote start. One day my 2017 ES350 started by itself while in the garage of my home. I was concerned and called Lexus who informed me that without notification, they added this feature "through the air". Fearing I could die of carbon monoxide poisoning I demanded it be removed! After watching this video I attempted to remotely start my newer 2020 ES350. and to my surprise IT DID START! You hit the lock button on the remote twice and it starts on the 3rd click. I feel customers need to be made aware of this.Lexus assured me it shuts down when the door opens or 45 seconds whichever comes first.
I bought an LS500 earlier this year, I have a few videos on it. Lovely car, yep a few “zonks” for me too but overall awesome!!
11:15 The LS does have remote start via the keyfob. You press the lock button 3 times, but on the 3rd press, you hold it until you see the car begin to flash the turn signals.
If you want some history class for every car model, join the Raitis's ride college
History is a must
Thanks man for saying that! I am so glad that I can share it with you!
Gorgeous car great review you are the best
Great video and funny, as usual! (But I'm gonna have to zonk not having a 4K camera).
Just in love with the touch buttons
Very Nice Review As Always Joe, Also That's One Clean & Lexury Sedan. I Totally Love The Design.
Thank you for letting me share it with you!
@@RaitisRides You're Welcome
Thanks, Joe always coming out with great cars! Can you find a Mercedes GLS 580?
Now I'll finish watching this awesome video.
Remote Start, with Enform Remote function enabled you can remote start by pressing and holding the lock button down OR load the app on to your phone and use that to remote start
Thanks for the info.
Those rims are wonderfully gorgeous!
Love the LS. Agreed that it'd be just right with a touchscreen. It's good to see Lexus doing touchscreens in their newly released cars. I loved my IS, but sometimes the joy stick input was clumsy. Still miss that car though, it was rock solid and fun to drive!
What a stunner! Awesome ride
I am so glad that you like this one.
My grandfather used to have a 2007 LS460. It was such a great car, I wish I had bought it from him.
@Raiti, you see the spoilers for the 2021 LS500 rework? It looks interesting and love the fixes they’ve made though some could be better. Even surprised the new interior trim option is Meteorite instead of wood or Kiriko glass with a Velvet like material instead of the alcantera/hand folded cloth
Can’t wait to buy one of these in 2028. My 02 LS430 is will be current til then.
Cant wait for the LC 500 Convertible. Lexus make beautiful Cars😍
Same here!
Lexus quality is unique and on another level. The longer you own these cars, the more you appreciate how well built these cars are. Styling was never a Lexus strength but over the past few years, their styling has improved and like anything, their design language will not appeal to everyone. This car will still be on the road over the long run, while their European competition will be lawn ornaments.
What a beautiful car! For that price though, I will stick with my Accord! :) Awesome review, Joe!!
People who drive 15 year old German sedans, ItS STiL a ToyOTA.
This is true!
Toyota is one of the most solid built cars!!! European cars are just endless money pits. 😂
Johnson Taylor I’ve had my gs350 for 6 years never had to do anything other than oil changes and tires. And it held Its value extremely well
@Johnson Taylor True, Mercedes' GLC- and GLE Coupé classes are 53k and 87k. I know from experience that when it comes to volume of space in these cars it's not very great and you feel pretty cramped. And the even more expensive classes are just not worth it unless it's not a problem for you to pay 50k-150k for a limousine. But you have to include the import taxes too. A 100k Lexus limousine can be more expensive in the US than a "cheaper" Mercedes limousine. It varies. Basically the brand you pay for.
@Johnson Taylor that's what I thought too..it's a Toyota?? Umm yeah last time I checked that's a good thing.
Rims look cheap, but overall the car looks amazing. Thanks for this amazing video
Thanks for letting me share this one.
Wondering how ls 2021 will perform. Having so many hopes.
how nice interior wow
Can’t help but see Frankenstein with those two knobs on the dash console
For a 23k interior package how do you not have 12 inch led screens?? In the back
I'm amazed. At 2:40 for example. How do you sit like that? So effortlessly. I tried and it takes a lot of effort and my knees hurt.
I fight through the pain! 😉👍🏻
Lexus is the best car ever I have driven. I have a 2010 ES350 drives smoooooooth.
I wonder the speaker system , will it beat Volvo XC90 Bower & Wilkins ?
One thing you didn't mention is that on the front grill and back lights, all those patterns are actually formed using the lexus 45° logo. They turned them and rearranged them to be able to form the shapes
Amazing review Joe ❤ please world is waiting for you to review GT2rs & GT3rs
Thanks Waleed! I will try to track them down.
@@RaitisRides thankyou so much ❤
I honestly think lexus exteriors look much better than the german brands. I think the germans have a nicer interior , in general, but the reliability and exterior styling takes the cake for me
Thanks for letting me share this one with you!
I got a LS 500 loaner today. A truly amazing car.
Is it me or does “Raiti’s Rides” have more and more commercials lately? That’s when you know Joe AND Lori are moving up here on UA-cam. Way to go guys! 👏
It looks aggresive and sick. I love it
Great Review. Also, no ambient lighting
The upsized grill is orders of magnitude better design and integrated with the front facia design compared to bmw's afterthought design on the 7 series .
@@tonyw1563 What the heck
Wow this car is amazing 😍.
I am so glad that you like this one.
Definitely the most reliable full size luxury car
You are so very right!
Have you reviewed the Lexus "GS 350" FSport? If you did, I would like to see it.
Joe to answer your question, Yes it is the king! LS is a complete vehicle as opposed to other luxury brands
I totally agree with you!
Actually a sales flop since the latest redesign.
@@normt5463 doesn't negate the fact that it is closer to a complete car than any other luxury car
@@hassansmw5634 Who puts it first in the luxury sedan segment? J.D. Power give it a similar low 80's out of 100 to the Chevy Malibu. Consumer Reports rankings put it last in segment with a 54 out of 100.
This review gives light that the low ratings are in fact true.
ua-cam.com/video/EBORZkUn6YU/v-deo.html
@@normt5463 J. D. who?
I’ve owned 2 ls Lexus and loved them both u can’t go wrong buying one.
Big Zonk on the track pad set up but big thumbs up on the door pouch for 2 whopper juniors, the skittles tray, and the massive center console that can hold at least 16 twinkies.!! 👍 All kidding aside that is a very nice car. Great review Joe.
would the remote starter be in the phone app?
One of my absolute favourite Lexus.
I am so glad that I could share this one with you!
I just saw an F Sport version over the weekend. That thing is a boat! Definitely a nice car, but it's gigantic.
It is large and in charge!
Luxury Camry!
Hell yes! I have an LS500 👍👍👍👍
@@InternetDude What year?
@@daniconi7333 2018. Considering the new 2021 though, they fixed some annoyances of the 2018 I have such as they put in a touchscreen and improved off-the-line acceleration a bit.
One thing I do not like with this newer model is that heated/cooled seats control is in a menu, not separate buttons. But overall I would love this in my driveway in white/tan or ivory int. Maybe the blue with same int. color. I hope they improved the faults from 2018.
Lexus did a great job on the grille. I love it! Only Lexus can create such beautiful big grille.
I know right!
@@RaitisRides yes it is! Wonderful design. Just perfect. And the most unique thing is that the spindle grille only suit on any Lexus models not other car companies.
This looks better than the updated one. I like how intricate the DRLs look, which is something Lexus has done away with on the 2021 car.
I agree with you!
Gorgeous car, rear drive, would love to see it be a v8 though. I just can't get used to turbos to make 6s act like 8s
I know how you feel!
V8s are going the way of the dinosaur, except for Dodge.
@@jpizel1070 Lexus isn’t fully done with them yet either
All Lexus come with Remote Start. They also come with a free 1 year subscription to Enform, an app from Lexus, which enables the Remote Start function. When the subscription runs out the the Remote Start function is turned off, until the subscription is renewed.
Sweet ride
What a beautiful car inside especially.
Lexus is tops right now at exterior and interior styling...sorry German fanboys that's the truth.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
S class has better interior tho imo. Lexus needs to make a twin turbo V8 if they want to compete with the S class, 7 series and Audi A8.
Exterior? Cough cough
Jason Todd y do u want a twin turbo v8? The only thing that would bring to the table is power and if that’s what u want then add boost to the LS’ turbos and BOOM💥 I wanna get one of these and do that it would be so cool 😎
Jason Todd also the new 2021 S class looks terrible inside and out just two huge tablets, that’s not luxury that’s a Tesla, even Bentley, Bugatti, and rolls know not to add too many screens because they spend time crafting a quality interior that in ten years time would still look classic.
Third! Hey Joe! Your my favourite car reviewer by FAR! I never miss a video!
Thanks for having my back and your great support!
@@RaitisRides For sure man! Thanks for making such fantastic videos!
@@AustinC2838 You are so very welcome!
Just recently bought a 07 Ls460L for 6k 152k miles, has little dents and normal wear but on the interior its brand new, it was steal and its the best car ive driven to this date (also my first luxury car) Rides likes butter and cant go wrong with it, cant imagine how the 500 rides.
This is my kind of ride
I can see you driving this!
@@RaitisRides me too, but my bank account tells me different, LoL! I can dream though.
“The lazy boy seats with the plastic over the seats”. 🤣 That was hilarious because that’s exactly how it was at grandma’s house . 🏡 Great car for those who $114 grand just hanging around. Beautiful car. Excellent review 👍
Thanks for letting me share some laughs and memories with you Louis!
Thanks for the info. Tundra 2022 will get this engine. I'm getting it.
Did I see you right Joe, you’re on the driver seat but you can reach the door end of the passenger seat?
I love lexus ,but what would happen when the car is older and if the infotainment system starts to have problems and you can't access the air conditioning and seat controls , that would worry me .
I feel like we keep getting reviews of this car over and over.....and that's just fine.
Thanks man for watching!
Joe it should have an remote start I work at Lexus. If you push the lock button 3 times then hold on the third time it should start.
“You can put about 16 Twinkie’s”
Sold.
If you have a passenger in the middle, how do you access all the controls in the back?
You don't! LOL
@@RaitisRides I'm gonna have to zonk that.... LOL!
Joe...this might net me a Raiti's Ride t-shirt...the taillights have the L logo in there😉💡🤔
That’s my next one!!! I have a 2007 LS and a 2013 LS I love them!!!! they both have V8s anxious to feel the twin turbo V6
Hey Joe, coming to you with a like and comment.
Sorry Raiti.. I made a typo.. So I reposted my comment.. Thanks for your excellent review...
I believe it does have a remote start by clicking the lock button 3x and the 3rd is long press