The Lexus flagship LS-series is not as ubiquitously popular as it once was, but with its newest generation, attempts to regain some of its mojo. Despite the '500' moniker, the new LS is not powered by the glorious V8 from the LC500, but rather, with a twin-turbo 3.5L V6, a first for the large sedan. Though overwhelmingly a good car, we find that the biggest threat to the success fo the LS can actually be found right next to it in the showroom.

Lexus provided the vehicle, insurance, and a tank of gas for this review.