What is the highest class of Lexus?
The highest class in the Lexus lineup is the LS, the brand’s flagship luxury sedan.
To understand what “highest class” means, it helps to know how Lexus structures its lineup: a single flagship model anchors the brand, with other premium models in SUVs and niche segments that offer luxury at a high level.
Lexus LS: The flagship sedan
The LS has long stood as Lexus’ flagship, representing the pinnacle of the brand’s luxury, craftsmanship and technology. In recent years it has emphasized a quiet, refined ride, an expansive and cushioned cabin, and an array of safety and comfort features. Across markets, it’s offered with multiple powertrain options and drivetrain configurations to balance performance and efficiency.
Key characteristics that define the LS as the flagship include:
- Luxurious interior materials and meticulous craftsmanship
- State-of-the-art technology and driver-assistance systems
- Flexible powertrain options and available all-wheel drive
- Exceptional ride comfort and refined handling
- Strong focus on quietness, space and overall premium experience
In practice, the LS sets the tone for Lexus’ luxury storytelling and serves as the benchmark for other models in the lineup.
Other high-end models that sit near the top of the lineup
Beyond the LS, Lexus offers other premium models that push luxury into different segments. These vehicles are part of the brand’s top tier, offering similar levels of refinement in their own niches.
- LX — a full-size luxury SUV known for presence, space and off-road capability
- LM — a premium minivan (where offered) focused on executive passenger comfort
- LC — a luxury grand-tourer that showcases performance-oriented design and technology
Each of these models demonstrates how Lexus extends flagship-level luxury across body styles while preserving the LS as the brand’s overall flagship sedan.
Why the LS remains the defining model
Flagship status in automotive brands reflects historical significance, breadth of luxury and technology, and the ability to showcase the brand identity. The LS fulfills those roles for Lexus, anchoring design language, technology integration and the overall luxury experience the brand aims to deliver. Other top-tier Lexus models complement the LS by offering luxury in SUVs, minivans and performance coupes.
Summary
The LS is Lexus’ flagship sedan—the apex of the brand’s luxury lineup as of 2024–2025. Other top-tier models such as the LX (full-size SUV), LM (premium minivan) and LC (luxury grand-tourer) illustrate the breadth of Lexus’ premium offerings, but the LS remains the defining symbol of Lexus luxury.
