Overview & Reviews

There are no significant changes to the Lexus LS 430 this year, though the adoption of new and more accurate SAE engine measuring procedures by Lexus has resulted in a slight drop in the amount of stated power for the V8.

• 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.

User Reviews:

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  The Car I have been waiting for. - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By Donald R. Marabella - November 3 - 11:06 am

  This is the car I have been waiting for it is alive. To drive it is a true pleasure. I actually enjoy driving again.

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  Sophistication - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By Zoomer - July 9 - 7:26 pm

  After trading in my Jaguar S 4.3, this car is a pleasure. Scheduled service and XM radio install were the only service visits. Treated like royalty in the service and sales departments. The ride is unmatched. The drivers seat has a crazy number a possible adjustments including "depth" for taller or shorter than average drivers. Lexus has thought of everything.

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  25000 and rolling - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By KEITH HARTMAN - June 20 - 2:30 am

  The best car Ive ever owned, so good that mentioning a few nit-picks seems out of place. Still, the front door are too long for easy opening in a parking lot. The nav. system was very hard to me to learn. The voice-operated controls are not useful and I keep hitting the "on" button for them with my left knee. But -- the mileage average over 25 in my rural medical practice, the sound system works flawlessly, guests in the backseat keep raving about their experience.

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  Inadequate low beams - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By lawman430 - May 7 - 2:32 pm

  The first time I drove my 2006 LS 430 at night, I thought I did not have my headlights properly turned on. I could not see well enough to drive over 30 mph. When I called the dealer the technition mentioned that I was the third person that week to make the same complaint so I left it for diagnosis. Result- "no problem, "everything checked out to specs." When I pushed the saftey issue, I basically got a shrug and was told that the headlight system takes a while to get used to. I got caught in a rainstorm on the interstate last night and had to slow down to 35 mph. I could not see anything but other cars were passing by with no problem. Anyone else?

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  Dealer wont take insurance for 10k mice! - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By V12COUPE - April 2 - 5:10 pm

  The car is pretty, quick, very flashy with the 18" chrome alloys and gold paint, mileage in city for me 11-12 mpg. Mice got into the interior ate the leather! $10,000 to replace! dealer said they wont deal with insurance companies! what? $64k on a top line car and this? they should have said that on purchase day and I never would have purchased it! I have a 91 bmw 850 cherry so this cars power and stability to me isnt great!

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  A Superb Vehicle - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By mel - January 19 - 2:36 am

  First class dealership selling a first class car. The ride and comfort are incomparable; all the bells and whistles that anyone could want. The only negative would be that it is not supposed to do well in snow- so, have another vehicle ready for thoise infrequent days!

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  One flaw ruins the whole car - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By kwahaus - December 29 - 7:56 am

  Bought this used last year after a ton of looking. Found what I wanted and was happy with the deal. I would rate the car a 9 or better if it werent for one issue. The drivers seat is one the most uncomfortable I have ever had. Certainly not at all what one would expect. Dealer says nothing is wrong and is unwilling to consider a replacement seat even though it is still under warranty. Others who have driven the car, say the same thing. Unfortunately, this one issue will force me to sell the car. Looks like my 3rd Lexus may be my last.

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  For the long ride - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By roger lance - August 24 - 10:50 pm

  Good road car, not so much around town given low gas mpg. Exterior quality is not so great, paint pealed in one spot on roof post. Car handles very nicely with good suspension that quiets the ride. Seats are ok for tall folks - over 6 - good for those less tall. Interior fit and finish is very nice and looks very well finished. Corner acceleration is hampered unless your turn off the AFS. Car doesnt need a lot of repairs but maintenance is costly.

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  2005 LS 430 Excellence number 7 - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By Don Taylor - August 20 - 2:43 pm

  I have owned seven Lexus LS model cars. Each one has been better than the previous model. I have owned many other brands of automobiles in my life and none have been as totally satisfying as the Lexus. Nothing ever goes wrong with these cars. My latest LS 430 gets 21/22 mpg in all around driving and 26/28 mpg on highway trips.

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  Still one of the worlds best cars. - 2006 Lexus LS 430
  By excelsior1 - June 25 - 6:10 pm

  When the LS first appeared on the scene, it was so good that it scared Mercedes into over designing their cars resulting in reliability issues and the loss of the stately image that was their hallmark. Now the Lexus LS has become the standard bearer for those who want a solid, stately, reliable luxury car. The LS 430 executes this mission flawlessly, It rides beautifully, refreshing the driver with every trip. It handles any road surface well. The build quality and reliability are world class. Controls are simple and driver friendly. The Mercedes W126(1979-1991) had many similar traits for its time. I still own a Mercedes 1986 420 SEL and the Lexus LS 430 is its natural successor.