Overview & Reviews

After last year's major refresh, Lexus chose to keep changes simple this year. The lone change is to the optional 18-inch alloy wheels, which are now available as a stand-alone extra.

• Superb ride quality, impressive array of standard and optional luxury features, premium interior materials, Lexus reliability, top-notch dealer service.

• Not as athletic as some competitors, adding options raises the price to unLexus-like levels.

User Reviews:

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  Perfection - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By display? - March 24 - 2:46 am

  I bought a 2002 lexus 430 and after driving this for 3 years and 18,000 miles, I thought nothing could surpass it but in Jan I sold it and bought a 2005 430 and found out they had actually been able to improve the ride. This is the ultimate, the gas mileage is 27-28 mpg on the highway. The nav system! well Im still working on this, but getting there. An unbelievable car.

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  04 LS430 Bang for the buck - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By bob G. - March 21 - 10:00 am

  Smooth, extra quiet, 16-18 MPG around town. What a car. Maybe not as fast or as nimble but who cares when you are riding in the utmost of quiet comfort. Not much out there like it.

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  The Best Car on the Road - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By Rosemarie Welding - March 21 - 10:00 am

  The Lexus is by far the best vehicle on the road. It is a joy to drive and is also very pleasing to the eye. Being the former owner of a Jaguar, I can say unequivocally that this car is so much more reliable, so much more comfortable and last but not least more quiet than a Jaguar. Kudos to the design genius that kept women in mind while designing this car. You thought of everything from the seat adjustments to the vanity lighted mirrors. Just pure enjoyment!!

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  Lexus for life! - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By L. Simmons - February 20 - 2:36 pm

  This is my 3rd lexus and I cant say enough good things about it. Everyone who rides with me is so impressed with the smoothness of the ride; even Mercedes and BMW owners! I cant wait to get my next Lexus.

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  Great, but a few flaws - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By LA-Dave - November 28 - 12:40 pm

  Overall, I am very happy with the car. It performs well, rides very well, and is a real joy to drive. Though I paid dearly for not buying OEM-specified tires, I have dealt with a few defects (AC vent sweep, passenger mirror failure, headlamp gasket replacement, and a manufacture- defected windshield). Also, (as a safety issue) I have a problem with the mirrors rotating in before exiting the vehicle, especially when parking on the street. Even with these drawbacks, I would definitely recommend this vehicle.

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  Loving It! - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By J&K - November 26 - 6:40 pm

  I am a repeat Lexus owner. I loved my 1997 LS 400 and now the improvement of perfection is shown in my new LS 430. I intend to enjoy it for at least the next 7 plus years. Driving the car is a joy, its ease of handling and speed is incredible. Its almost as if the moment I think about it - Im doing it. There is no hesitation in its performance and it LOOKS good too. Thanks Lexus.

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  Lexus Never Disappoints! - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By KarXPert - September 10 - 3:43 pm

  We have owned top of the line Lexuss and loved all of them especially the LS Sedan and the LX SUV. They have been a joy to have and will recommend to anyone!!!

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  A Wonderful Luxury Experience - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By Sam - September 3 - 11:46 pm

  This is my 4th LS car. Normally I like to change brands when a buy a car, but I’ve owned a Lexus since 1992. (Still have the original LS too.) I had a 2002 LS 430 with only 25K on it, but the new toys and styling changes made me get one. This is a great car pure and simple. The interior is wonderful and the leather is better than my last one. The Backup Camera is great along with the Bluetooth. It has a solid presence to it on the road. Based on my prior Lexus experience I have no doubt about the reliability. My 1992 has not caused any problems despite its age. My 98 and 02 LSs were also trouble free. The only concern is the effect of the 18-inch tires on the ride of the car.

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  superb automobile - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By ron kay - May 28 - 10:13 pm

  absolutely a superb automobile, i have owned 3 mercedes, no comparison, this car does it all, the nav system, voice activation, bluetooth, its all there, they did it right

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  SUPERB VALUE - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By ai4floors - May 5 - 3:06 am

  test drove mercedes, bmw - pound for pound, dollar for dollar, no comparison. if you like to feel the road while driving this is not the car for you. its like driving on air.