Adds Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa functions.24-inch head-up display available as stand-alone option.Adds semi-automated lane-change feature to optional safety package.The 2019 Lexus LS 500 comes with rear wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic.
PROS Library-quiet at all speeds on all roads Ride quality remains soft, supple and impervious to bad asphalt The interior features world-class build quality and artful materials
CONS General lack of sportiness cedes advantage to some German rivals Accelerates quickly for its size, but the pedal response feels slow, numb Touchpad-based infotainment is clever but distracting on the road
Drivers may not find much to lust after in the 2019 Lexus LS, but it pampers like few other luxury sedans.
Pros Slippery shape Decadent interior Lots of rear-seat space Hybrid’s thrift Probably the only one on your block
Cons Springy ride Steering imprecision Confounding infotainment Fake powertrain noises
The 2019 Lexus LS ranked #5 in Super Luxury Cars. Currently the Lexus LS has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 16 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Top-notch cabin design and materials Peppy powertrains Long list of standard and available features
Cons Finicky infotainment controls Rivals have larger back seats
New 19-inch wheel design for certain trims.A-Spec Appearance package extended to four-cylinder model.
PROS Interior is quiet and trimmed with high-quality materials Comes standard with several desirable driver safety aids Back seat comfortably seats adults
CONS Four-cylinder engine is underpowered Competent but bland driving character No real zest or gusto
The 2019 Acura TLX is a sharp luxury mid-size sedan, but lacks the performance pedigree and options that others may offer.
Pros A-Spec option for 4-cylinder Quiet, refined ride Plenty of standard safety features Strong V-6 with decent fuel economy Responsive infotainment system
Cons Anonymous, muted design Cramped interior Dual-screen infotainment
The 2019 Acura TLX ranked #12 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Acura TLX has a score of 7.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 37 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Good gas mileage Plenty of standard and available features Lower starting price than competitors
Cons Below-average trunk space Rivals are quicker Rivals handle better Rivals are more opulent
