2012 Lexus LS is classified as a full-size hybrid luxury sedan that comes loaded with fabulous features. Although this car is considered as expensive, the gorgeous interior with plenty of high tech gadgets accounts for the value of the money spent in purchasing this Lexus brand. Here is a brief description of the specification and features of the 2012 Lexus LS. Exterior 2012 Lexus LS uses all season and 245/45R V tires. The wheels are alloy painted and the same goes for the spares. The car is fitted with variable intermittent rain sensing wipers, rear defogger, and power rear sunshade, power sunshades for rear side windows, power glass sunroof and remote sunroof operation. This Lexus has a width of 73.8 inches, 58.3 inches high, 203.9 inches long, the ground clearance is 5.3 inches while the front and the rear tracks have the same measurement of 63.4 inches. Interior The front seats have ample room for comfort and convenience, and the same goes for the rear seats. The front passenger and driver seats are fitted with multi-level heating systems as well as power adjustable lumbar supports. The front and rear sections have door pockets, cup holders, 12V power outlets, parking sensors, reading lights and floor mat. Regarding instrumentation, the car is equipped with clock, tachometer, trip computer, external temperature display, low fuel level warning and compass. Entertainment in the 2012 Lexus LS is splendidly fitted with a diversity antenna, Mark Levinson premium brand stereo system and speakers (19 in all!), 450 watts stereo output, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD/DVD with CD MP3 Playback stereo, Sirius XM satellite radio with speed sensitive volume control. The entertainment facility is also endowed with auxiliary audio input and iPod integration, 1 subwoofer, 7.1 surround audio, 3 months of provided satellite radio service, radio data system and USB connection. Mechanical Specifications The car is driven by a full hybrid system made up of two electric motor/generators, Double overhead cam (DOHC), V8 Cylinders, 32 valves of variable timing and direct injection. It has a torque of 385 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm, horsepower of 438 hp @ 6400 rpm and a turning circle of 39.4 ft. A specialized continuously variable transmission (CVT) is used to transmit power to all four wheels. The CVT makes it possible for the driver to select a driving mode that is determined by the road condition ranging from normal to power to snow. Premium unleaded gas is required for the car with a fuel tank capacity of 22.2 gallon. Safety The 2012 Lexus LS does not pursue elegance and comfort to the neglect of safety. Safety devices are at their premium performance, they include: front and rear head airbags, dual front side-mounted airbags, child seat anchors, remote anti-theft alarm system, emergency braking assist, front and rear ventilated disc brakes and rear door child safety locks. It is also equipped with daytime running lights, front fog/driving lights, high pressure washers headlamps, auto delay off headlamps, dusk sensing headlamps, LED headlamp, passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation, rear center 3-point belt, electronic brake force distribution and post-collision safety system. Warranty Basic warranty for the 2012 Lexus LS is 4 years or 50,000 miles, drive train is 6 years or 70,000 miles while the hybrid component enjoys a guarantee of either 8 years or 10,000 miles. Category:Home › Other • Pomegranates: A newly discovered superfood • Where did the joke why did the chicken cross the road come from and why is it funny? • Can mothers diagnosed with bipolar disorder make good parents? • Spiritual evolution of human consciousness • Tips for getting a college basketball scholarship • Living with Pseudotumor cerebri (PTC) • Caring for the caregiver • Technologys impact on society