Lexus LS 2012 4.6 petrol description
Sedan Lexus LS 2012 460 has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2017. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.6 litres, which produces power of 386 horsepower on 6400 rpm and torque 493 Nm (Newton metres) on 4100 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Lexus LS 4.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8.6 litres.
Lexus LS 2012 460 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
Lexus LS 2012 460 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Lexus LS 2012 460 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.7 litres per 100km (9.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 84 litres or 22.19 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.

Lexus LS 2012 460 technical data
Model: | Lexus LS 460 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2012. January ... 2017. January | ||
Engine: | 4608 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 386 HP ON 6400 RPM | Torque: | 493 NM ON 4100 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.7 (combined) 15.7 (urban) 7.8 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 84 litres (22.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.09m (length) 1.88m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2455 kg |
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Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 4608 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 94 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83 mm |
Compression ratio | 11.8 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Lexus LS 2012 460 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8.6 litres (9.1 quarts) |
Power | 365 - 392 HP ON 6400 RPM |
Torque | 460 - 500 NM ON 4100 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Toyota |
Start of production (year) | 2006 |
Duration of production | 19 years |
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All Lexus LS sedan [2012 - 2017] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Lexus LS 2012 4.6 460L AWD | 4.6 Petrol | 370 HP | 11.6 l/100km | All wheel |
Lexus LS 2012 4.6 460
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds |
4.6 Petrol | 386 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Lexus LS 2012 5.0 600h L 4x4 | 5.0 Hybrid | 394 HP | 9.3 l/100km | All wheel |