Lexus Unveils a Six-Wheeled Minivan — It's Mind-Boggling What's Going On in Japanese Engineers' Minds

Lexus’ flagship model has gone through a dramatic rebirth — the LS now appears as a futuristic electric vehicle with three axles. Judging by the concept, it’s set to symbolize a new chapter in Japanese luxury design.

Lexus has officially closed the chapter on its legendary LS sedan by introducing a farewell Heritage Edition. It was the LS that launched Toyota’s luxury division back in the late 1980s. But times have changed: today’s buyers are no longer obsessed with executive sedans — they’re increasingly drawn to luxurious, chauffeur-driven minivans that offer space to recline and relax in comfort.

Lexus recognized this shift early and introduced the LM (Luxury Mover) — essentially a premium take on the Toyota Alphard. But now the brand has gone even further: even the LS, once the ultimate symbol of prestige and professionalism, has been reimagined as a minivan.

And not just any minivan — a six-wheeled one. For now, it’s only a concept, and details remain scarce. The official teasers reveal a striking asymmetry: on the right side, the traditional front door is gone, replaced by a massive power-sliding panel that opens into a spacious lounge-style cabin.

According to preliminary reports, the six-wheeled LS is fully electric, which makes sense. An EV platform offers far more flexibility in design and packaging, allowing Lexus to transform the interior into a genuine “living room on wheels.”

Visually, the concept looks spectacular. Vertical LED daytime running lights stretch across the full height of the front fascia, while the taillights form a wide illuminated strip that rises upward, making the already massive body appear even taller.

It’s possible that Lexus is experimenting with enhanced capability — the 6×6 setup hints at improved off-road performance, something unusual for a vehicle designed primarily for passenger comfort.

Few cars in history have dared to go this route. Over a century ago, the Hispano Suiza H6 explored the 6×6 concept. Later came Italy’s Covini C6W with four front wheels, as well as the iconic Tyrrell P34 Formula 1 car. In more recent memory, the monstrous Mercedes-AMG G63 6×6 made headlines for its extreme luxury and capability.

The six-wheeled Lexus LS is likely just a design experiment — a bold showcase of what the brand can do when freed from convention. It may never reach production, but as a symbol of Lexus’ creativity and audacity, it’s sure to be remembered for years to come.