Lexus LS 600h L Hybrid For 2010

The Lexus LS 600h L sedan, the first vehicle to bring fuel efficient gasoline-electric hybrid technology to the prestige luxury segment debuts revised design and new telematics systems for 2010.The brand’s flagship model, the LS 600h L – the “L “indicates the long wheelbase LS platform – offers the ultimate in performance, technology and luxury in the LS line. The LS 600h L is powered by the ultra-quiet Lexus Hybrid Drive system, which was the world’s first to combine a V8 gasoline engine with four-wheel-drive (AWD) hybrid-powered. The LS 600h L’s combined estimated EPA fuel economy rating of 21 mpg is equal to or better than the combined fuel economy ratings of several medium-sized V6 AWD luxury sedans.

2010 Lexus 600h L
The 2010 LS 600h L is characterized by a revised grille and bumper. Rear styling is distinctive, with blue-tinted rear lights, a revised and improved license plate surround and exhaust diffusers. New exterior mirrors integrated turn signals.
Thanks to the improved hybrid battery packaging and placement of the trunk for the 2010 LS 600h L is growing by almost two cubic meters. New Intelligent High-makers adjust their brightness in response to oncoming vehicles. Already for its comprehensive luxury, the 2010 LS 600h L gains numerous additional luxury amenities and features such as user-friendly technology lauded the headquarters of a driver that now has a standard slide-away function that makes the entry / egress more comfort, A new passenger-memory system, a new LCD instrument cluster, the standard Lexus Navigation system uses new casual speech recognition, Bluetooth ® telephone capabilities and new music to play capability with USB / iPod ® connectivity and Bluetooth audio streaming .
Engine / transmission / drive / Performance

The LS 600h L hybrid powertrain combines a unique way, a 5.0-liter V8 gasoline engine with two powerful electric motors and a large capacity battery. The hybrid drive generates a peak combined output rating of 438 horsepower and can effortlessly accelerate the LS 600h L from zero-to-60 mph in just 5.5 seconds. Mid-range acceleration is even more impressive. The system consists of electric motor delivers maximum torque on demand situation and is particularly advantageous when overtaking. The LS 600h L can speed of 50-70 mph in just 3.5 seconds.

The innovative V8 features an electromotive Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) and Electrically controlled recording cam (VVT-iE). The combination of VVT-iE and oil-pressure controlled VVT-i for the exhaust cam provides superior engine-startup operation and high output power. A specially designed hydrocarbon absorber and Catalyst system is to prevent two-way exhaust connection in order to release hydrocarbons contained in exhaust gas from the atmosphere during cold start, when the catalysts are not up to temperature.

The LS 600h L meets the Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (SULEV II) certification, which emit almost 70 percent fewer emissions of smog formation than the average new car.

The super-low-level noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) in the LS 600h L make him one of the quietest cars ever built. The LS 600h L is a full hybrid, capable, in electric mode, or with a combination of gas and electric motor. Lexus hybrid technology allows electric-mode operation only if they fulfill certain conditions at low speeds or stop-and-go driving conditions, reducing fuel consumption and noise.

A compact 288-volt DC nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery pack is installed behind the rear seat. The battery power is through a boost converter increases the voltage effectively leads to a maximum 650V DC. An inverter changes this AC, providing its elevated power to a 165-kW electric motor that rotates min up to 10,240 rpm. The box also contains a 12-volt battery, the auxiliary audio, navigation and other systems. The LS 600h L powertrain uses two motor generators: MG1 and MG2. Each leads specific functions and can either operate as a motor or a generator, although MG1 is used as a starter, and there is no driving force. The engine-driven generator, MG1, can be the battery or an additional power to the drive motor, MG2, as needed.

A regenerative braking system further increases the efficiency. If the vehicle is coasting or the brakes are applied, the electric motors function as generators, capture kinetic energy that would be normally lost as heat through the brakes, and converts it into useable electricity to recharge the batteries.

A state-of-the-art, full-time four-wheel drive system adapts to road conditions to help provide outstanding vehicle control during acceleration, high-speed driving and cornering. The AWD system uses a compact, ultra-low transfer box with Torsen ® limited-slip differential (LSD), which is 30 percent lighter equipped in size and weight than previous TORSEN systems.

The LSD provides rear biased torque distribution of 40:60 in the normal linear drive adjust automatically and continuously change the speed and power distribution according to road conditions.

An eight-speed sequential braking mode is activated, when the shift lever can be in the “S” is positioned eight different phases of the reaction. When up-switching is controlled by the selected speed range, offers an exciting increase in acceleration in each of the eight “Shift” phases. When downshifting, brake-force distribution increases to ensure powerful deceleration.

The driver can “hybrid” (normal), “Changing the power” or “snow” mode, at the rate of throttle opening for a specific gas pedal angle. The “hybrid” mode provides smooth operation and is ideal for city-or S-Drive, “power” sharpens accelerator pedal response and “snow” mode softens accelerator pedal response, making it easier to accelerate on slippery road surfaces. By an EV switch, turns stuck, the electric mode for short-haul, low-speed driving situations, such as residential areas or parking garages.

Chassis / Body / Suspension / Tires / Brakes
Multi-link front and rear suspension systems to maintain vehicle attitude and excellent performance while maintaining the ultra-comfortable ride that is synonymous with all Lexus vehicles. The LS 600h L is equipped with large front and rear ventilated disc brakes and standard 19-inch, seven-spoke alloy wheels with all-weather tires. These special wheels receive extensive polishing.

Electronic Power Steering (EPS) delivers a smooth steering feel and reduce parasitic losses. Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) optimizes the steering gear ratio according to monitor vehicle speed, enhancing responsiveness and driver.
With the Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) networked system, VGRS can help make minor adjustments to the front steering angle to improve stability in difficult road conditions.

Safety / Security Features

The system includes VDIM stability and dynamic handling of the car manages all sub-systems, including: Electronically Controlled Brake (ECB), EPS, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), antilock braking system (ABS), Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) and engine torque via the electronically controlled throttle. Monitoring a variety of sensors, the system calculates the start of a vehicle skid or slide while cornering, and helps to correct the situation through a combination of braking, throttle and steering control in a manner which is essentially transparent to the driver . VSC can be turned off for special circumstances concerning the Trac Off button.

In addition to the active safety features, the LS 600h L is equipped with eight standard airbags, with a maximum of 11 airbags available through option packages. The world’s first low-beam LED headlamps provide improved lighting of the street, and the standard Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) helps illuminate a turn or curve as the driver steers into it. The available Advanced Pre-Collision System (APCS) was developed by the world’s first system to detect a pedestrian path of the vehicle, if it is on the 2009 Pebble Beach ® Edition LS 600h L. This system has now made his debut for the 2010 LS 600h L (and the LS 460 models) and Lane Keep Assist With two small cameras mounted at the front of the car, in conjunction with millimeter-wave radar, APCS is sensitive enough to detect certain nonmetallic objects. As part of APCS the LS also the driver monitor system offers, the first was a different world. A third camera, mounted on the steering column, monitors the orientation of the driver’s face. When the camera detects that it will be displayed to the driver, not directly before the search for a few seconds or more, and if an obstacle detected in advance, so initially warns the driver with a warning chime and a flashing light. When the car comes closer, the obstacle APCS can begin gently applying the brakes on their own.

To reprogram the driver in maneuvering around the obstacle, the system, the steering ratio to increase the intensity and quickness of the steering response. At the same time, APCS drives the front seatbelts and prepares the brakes at full force when the driver activates react in anticipation of a possible impact.

Luxury / Comfort / Convenience

The LS 600h L is built on the long-wheelbase LS chassis that nearly five inches more legroom than the standard LS 460 model. The flagship sedan offers the highest level of comfort and convenience features in the LS series. Standard features a hard drive (HDD) Lexus Navigation system with include rearview camera, Bluetooth technology, voice command casual language speech recognition system and an integrated XM ® Satellite Radio receiver.

For theater-level entertainment, the LS 600h L offers a standard 19-speaker 450-watt Mark Levinson ® Reference Surround Sound audio system. An extra socket in the front center console is located, allows for MP3 digital music player, while a USB port allowing the iPod connection.

The standard equipment also includes air-conditioned front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, power rear sunshade, one-touch open / close power trunk, power door closers, headlamp washers, Smart Access with push-button start and card key, electronic parking brake, Intuitive Park Assist , and laminated side glass.

New standard features for 2010 are the cooling package, one windscreen de-icer, battery and integrates efficient heating, as well as the Advanced Parking Guidance System (APG). APG is designed to help with parallel and back-in parking. Once the driver turns the car correctly positioned and identified using the required parking on the navigation screen APG the rear back-up camera parking sonar sensors and electric power steering to guide the car into the space, while the driver controls speed via braking.

Luxury Options

The Premium Package II includes two new entries for 2010, butterfly and rear head restraints, rear left seat with lumbar support massage. The package also includes rear air conditioning power seats with memory and power headrests, rear seat mounted side airbags, a rear heater control panel four-zone climate control, rear audio controls, additional wood trim, rear air purifier, rear headliner and side air ducts, power rear-door sunshades and have considered a rear seat entertainment system equipped with a power ceiling-mounted nine-inch screen for DVD.

The Executive Class Seating Package II includes all the features of the Premium II package, and adds a power right rear seat with ottoman. The seat rests up to 45 degrees with an upper back couch with a 17-degree angle adjustment. A multi-function massage feature for the right-rear lounger can be used separately or in combination with seat heating and cooling.

The package also includes a rear-seat wood-trimmed table and the rear-seat entertainment system equipped with a rear DVD player and wireless headphones. The rear air conditioning system with an infrared sensor in the headliner that measures lap, upper body and seat temperature is located on each side improves and adjusts airflow accordingly.

Exterior Design

The flagship LS 600h L hybrid luxury sedan shows the brand L-finesse design philosophy and reveals a kinship, the elegance, sophistication and gives a strong emotional appeal. Minimal body gaps, a low front grille and deep-drawn fenders contribute to the distinctive, the beefy profile. Lexus’ attention to detail is seen in the integrated dual chrome exhaust tips and the surrounding one-piece chrome window.

Projector-type headlamps with blue crystal rings, which introduced the world’s first night LED beam, providing excellent visibility and contribute to the design theme. Blue accents on the headlights, emblems, engine cover and the Smart Access key and smart card keys are included only in the LS 600h L – as well as the blue-tinted tail lights for 2010.

Interior Design

Passenger space and comfort were the focus of the interior cabin design. Original semi-aniline leather is displayed in the cabin, its rich appearance softened and structured with additional stitching to create a relaxed atmosphere. Is the Leather, covers the seats and the instrument panel, upper front doors and armrests.

A roof liner in Alcantara ® adds a pleasant touch-point and the center console is arranged on the same height as the door armrests, to increase comfort and convenience. Additional luxury touches unique cut in the LS 600h L, a wood and chrome-trimmed shift knob and wood assist handles.

Lexus with Enform Safety
The Lexus LS 600h L offers a completely new telematics system, Lexus Enform ™ Connect ™ with safety, available by subscription. Complimentary one-year trial subscriptions are fitted on all purchases of new Lexus vehicles with these features included. Both the Lexus and the Enform Connect Security Response Center, working 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year. Safety Connect, the cornerstone of the services on LS 600h L is standard and has four safety and security features: Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Location, Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), and improved roadside assistance, the GPS data adds to the already included warranty-based Lexus roadside service. Lexus Enform contains all the security features and builds on the Connect them with the premium services of the destination Assist and eDestination. Destination Assist agents are on the on-board cellular equipment available and can help drivers to see a specific address, a company name or type of business (eg petrol station, cinema, etc.), and even Zagat ® -rated restaurants, and then send the coordinates to the navigation system for routing. With eDestination the driver can go online via LexusDrivers.com store and sort targets in up to 20 folders, each having up to 10 destinations. Then the drivers’ locations can send up to 200 at a time, to their vehicle, where they will be available for download in the navigation system. Online can create the drivers personal situation (for example, notes “Favorite Sushi”, “1 PM Appt”, “Kids” doc “, etc.) and even list to see about their saved locations, all of which exactly helping them to the information they vehicle in the.

Lexus Insider ™, a free, opt-in service is also available without a subscription to all Lexus vehicles equipped Enform. This feature provides in-car audio-casts, that the owners of the vehicle access to useful tips and event information and insights into the exclusive benefit of the owners – all to further improve the Lexus experience.

XM – Beyond Radio
Enform Lexus vehicles are factory-ready for subscriptions to a variety of innovative services on XM. An integrated XM ® satellite radio receiver is standard. In addition, Lexus vehicles Enform XM NavTraffic ® and XM ™ feature NavWeather services. XM NavTraffic informs drivers of current traffic situation with traffic information in real-time display. If traffic problems are detected, the navigation system warns the driver so that the circuit can be adjusted. XM NavWeather provides almost real-time weather conditions as well as spoken and NAV screen projections, both on the official National Weather Service data. Lexus Enform also provides the platform for XM ® sports and stocks, which features in the vehicle-to-date sports and stocks so drivers can keep their favorite teams and investing data while connected on the road. XM offers sports scores and schedules for up to five personally selected national league sports teams, while XM shares provides data for up to 10 personally selected stocks. After entering their selection, the driver can either access the reports by the navigation system or with the voice system by a new degree of flexibility. XM-XM services require a separate subscription. The XM sports and stock service is included with a XM ® Radio subscription. All XM services offer a free 90-day subscription.

Warranty
All new Lexus vehicles come with a 48-month/50 ,000-miles basic warranty with roadside assistance for 48 months / unlimited miles. Powertrain and restraint system coverage is for 72 months/70, 000 miles planned. Corrosion perforation protection for 72 months covered, regardless of mileage. The hybrid components, including the HV battery, battery control module, hybrid control module and inverter with converter, are covered for eight years/100, 000 miles.

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