2026-09-15
Lexus LS 460/500h Hybrid System Malaysia — 4M Carcare Specialist
The LS is Lexus's flagship executive saloon.
LS 500h Multi Stage Hybrid System
- LS 500h uses Toyota Multi Stage Hybrid: 3.5L V6 Atkinson + MG1/MG2 + planetary gear set + 10-speed AT hybrid transmission
- More complex than conventional e-CVT hybrid — specialist knowledge required for diagnosis
- 12V battery: every 3 years — critical, replace proactively
- HV battery health scan at 100,000 km — use only workshop with Techstream access