As a loyal lexus fan and current owner of an ls430, I have dreamed of owning the new ls ever since the first information was released about it. We all know lexus is capable of building phenomenal vehicles, and would stand up to their reputation with the new ls. The sheer attention this car alone has recieved on this websites through posts and articles is innumberable, which says alot. After test driving a new ls, I am dazzled and amazed by the smooth ride, 8 speed transmission, detailed exterior refinement, and arguably class leading interior aura and egronomics- not to mention the innovative world-class technology.
However, every hero has a rival, and for the ls, the clear opposition is the mercedes s550. The more I look at this car, the more I like it. Nothing bothers me more than people who state their biased opinion as fact, and even though I love lexus, I honestly have to say that recently I have been drawn to the s class and it's incredible presence. Seeing one in person is simply breathtaking. It screams luxury and looks expensive. As usual, the one drawback is that it is, in fact, expensive, and if you want one that will stack up to the ls, you're going to have to pay a good 10k more for it. Were talking a fully loaded lexus at about 93k and comparing it to a fully loaded s 550, topping 100k. And still, the s won't match the lexus on paper. Is this difference in price worth it? Would you hesitate to pay 10k more for a car that can't do as much as the lexus, or give in because you know people will double-take when they see your ride. Sophisticated refinement, or the "make a statement" approach. You choose. This post isn't designed to re-ignite the ongoing war, just so that you all can express your OPINION. Which would you rather have, and WHY.