The third generation of Lexus LS was introduced for the 2001 model year. Known as the XF30, the third generation LS was available in one variant, the LS 430. Featuring a 4.3L V8 engine, the XF30 continued the luxury tradition established in the first two LS generations. Built until 2006, the XF30 was replaced by the fourth generation Lexus LS XF40 for the 2007 model year.