Damansara, 20 August 2008 - An additional variant, the LS 460 was launched today by Lexus Malaysia at the Lexus Centre at Mutiara Damansara.

This LS 460 is specially intended to cater to customers who want personal enjoyment and more involvement is self-driving experience with an added seating capacity. Compared to the LS 460L, which was designed for chauffeur driven usage, the LS 460 will allow five individuals to travel in comfort and luxury.

“Since its inception, Lexus has been constantly striving to deliver the best to compete with the automotive industry’s finest. In fact, at Lexus, our pursuit of perfection had spurred us to deliver more than just cars, but a lifestyle,” said Kuah Hock Heng, Managing Director, UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd at a media preview.

The LS 460 has the same engine as the LS 460L, a V8 petrol engine with 4.6-litre displacement producing 380bhp/280kW and 493Nm of torque. This advanced V8 engine features the world’s first electric-motor driven Variable Value Timing with intelligence and electronically controlled intake cam (VVT-iE). The dual VVT-i combination of electrically controlled intake and hydraulically-controlled exhaust achieves superior engine start-up operation and high-output performance.

Inside, soft passenger touch points in the spacious cabin create a relaxed atmosphere with additional stitching on the high-quality leather for a rich look. Tasteful wood grain and smooth leather finishing create a rich ambience. Unlike the LS 460L, which has a seating for two in the rear, the LS 460 can accommodate three persons very comfortably. The 40:20:40 seat has power adjustment and the two outer seats provide a feel and fit comparable to the front passenger seats.

The LS 460 is available from today and the price is RM665,000 on-the-road without insurance.