You even get water-repellent front door glass and power closers for all doors. The LS 400 was roomy, but the LS 430 has a more spacious interior without added exterior bulk. The 115.2-inch wheelbase is three inches longer and helps deliver a smoother ride and the roomier interior. Increased height also adds more occupant room. The LS 430 now has more passenger volume and a larger trunk than the S-Class sedan.
Nobody likes to wait.
The 130-mph car zips to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds' not bad for a luxury liner. The LS430 delivers its torque starting at a very low engine speed, ready for when every the need arises. Horsepower of the smooth DOHC V8 remains the same at 290, but there is more torque. The engine has variable valve timing, and Lexus has tinkered with it to provide more torque across a broad engine speed range to make it more responsive under all driving conditions. More than ever, the Lexus legend lives and continues to grow with the new Lexus LS 430, AutoMuseum 2001 Luxury Car of the Year.