Here’s a detailed comparison between the 2021 Lexus LS 500h Hybrid and the 2009 Lexus LS 600h Hybrid in the USA and Canada:
Power & Efficiency
2021 LS 500h:
Engine: 3.5L V6 hybrid
Horsepower: 354 hp
Torque: 258 lb-ft + electric motor
Fuel Economy: 25/33 MPG (city/highway)
2009 LS 600h:
Engine: 5.0L V8 hybrid
Horsepower: 438 hp
Torque: 385 lb-ft + electric motor
Fuel Economy: 20/22 MPG (city/highway)
Towing Capacity & Weight
2021 LS 500h:
Towing: Not recommended
Curb Weight: ~4,850 lbs
2009 LS 600h:
Towing: Not recommended
Curb Weight: ~5,115 lbs
Dimensions
2021 LS 500h:
Length: 206.1 in, Width: 74.8 in, Height: 57.5 in
Ground Clearance: 5.8 in
Trunk Size: 15.2 cu ft
2009 LS 600h:
Length: 200.8 in, Width: 73.8 in, Height: 58.1 in
Ground Clearance: 5.3 in
Trunk Size: 10 cu ft
Annual Costs
2021 LS 500h:
Maintenance: ~$1,000/year
Insurance: ~$2,000/year
2009 LS 600h:
Maintenance: ~$1,200/year (higher for aging systems)
Insurance: ~$1,800/year
Battery & Range
2021 LS 500h:
Hybrid battery with ~1.1 kWh capacity
Not a plug-in; regenerative hybrid system
2009 LS 600h:
NiMH battery system with similar small capacity
No electric-only range
Safety & Technology
2021 LS 500h: Advanced safety suite, 12.3-inch infotainment, and semi-autonomous driving.
2009 LS 600h: High-end for its time, includes adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist but lacks modern features.
Pricing & Availability
2021 LS 500h: MSRP starts at ~$90,500 USD
2009 LS 600h: MSRP when new was ~$105,000; resale value ~$15,000-$25,000 (varies).
Conclusion
The 2021 LS 500h offers better fuel efficiency, modern safety, and tech, while the 2009 LS 600h delivers more power and classic luxury but with higher running costs.
Power & Efficiency
2021 LS 500h:
Engine: 3.5L V6 hybrid
Horsepower: 354 hp
Torque: 258 lb-ft + electric motor
Fuel Economy: 25/33 MPG (city/highway)
2009 LS 600h:
Engine: 5.0L V8 hybrid
Horsepower: 438 hp
Torque: 385 lb-ft + electric motor
Fuel Economy: 20/22 MPG (city/highway)
Towing Capacity & Weight
2021 LS 500h:
Towing: Not recommended
Curb Weight: ~4,850 lbs
2009 LS 600h:
Towing: Not recommended
Curb Weight: ~5,115 lbs
Dimensions
2021 LS 500h:
Length: 206.1 in, Width: 74.8 in, Height: 57.5 in
Ground Clearance: 5.8 in
Trunk Size: 15.2 cu ft
2009 LS 600h:
Length: 200.8 in, Width: 73.8 in, Height: 58.1 in
Ground Clearance: 5.3 in
Trunk Size: 10 cu ft
Annual Costs
2021 LS 500h:
Maintenance: ~$1,000/year
Insurance: ~$2,000/year
2009 LS 600h:
Maintenance: ~$1,200/year (higher for aging systems)
Insurance: ~$1,800/year
Battery & Range
2021 LS 500h:
Hybrid battery with ~1.1 kWh capacity
Not a plug-in; regenerative hybrid system
2009 LS 600h:
NiMH battery system with similar small capacity
No electric-only range
Safety & Technology
2021 LS 500h: Advanced safety suite, 12.3-inch infotainment, and semi-autonomous driving.
2009 LS 600h: High-end for its time, includes adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist but lacks modern features.
Pricing & Availability
2021 LS 500h: MSRP starts at ~$90,500 USD
2009 LS 600h: MSRP when new was ~$105,000; resale value ~$15,000-$25,000 (varies).
Conclusion
The 2021 LS 500h offers better fuel efficiency, modern safety, and tech, while the 2009 LS 600h delivers more power and classic luxury but with higher running costs.