Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 17 | 27 | 21 | 13.84 | 8.71 | 11.2 | — |
| 2025 | 17 | 27 | 21 | 13.84 | 8.71 | 11.2 | — |
| 2024 | 17 | 27 | 21 | 13.84 | 8.71 | 11.2 | 17-27 mpg combined |
| 2023 | 17 | 27 | 21 | 13.84 | 8.71 | 11.2 | — |
| 2022 | 17 | 27 | 21 | 13.84 | 8.71 | 11.2 | — |
| 2021 | 17 | 27 | 21 | 13.84 | 8.71 | 11.2 | — |
| 2020 | 18 | 27 | 21 | 13.07 | 8.71 | 11.2 | — |
| 2019 | 18 | 27 | 21 | 13.07 | 8.71 | 11.2 | — |
| 2018 | 18 | 27 | 21 | 13.07 | 8.71 | 11.2 | — |
| 2017 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | — |
| 2016 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | — |
| 2015 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | — |
| 2014 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | — |
| 2013 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | — |
| 2012 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | — |
| 2011 | 16 | 23 | 18 | 14.7 | 10.23 | 13.07 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | sedan | 6 | 3.4 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | sedan | 6 | 3.4 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | sedan | 6 | 3.4 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 416 hp | 442 lb-ft | V6 |
| 2023 | sedan | 6 | 3.4 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | sedan | 6 | 3.4 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | sedan | 6 | 3.4 | Premium | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | sedan | 6 | 3.4 | Premium | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | sedan | 6 | 3.4 | Premium | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | sedan | 6 | 3.4 | Premium | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | sedan | 8 | 4.6 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | sedan | 8 | 4.6 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | sedan | 8 | 4.6 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | sedan | 8 | 4.6 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | sedan | 8 | 4.6 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | sedan | 8 | 4.6 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2011 | sedan | 8 | 4.6 | Premium | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | msrp | pricing | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Trim | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $80,685, MSRP range: $80,685 - $115,560, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP for the 2024 model year, including destination charges., Source: AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote, estimatedAt: 7/5/2026 | — | USD | $80,685 | $80,685 - $115,560 | 0.9 | MSRP for the 2024 model year, including destination charges. | AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote | 7/5/2026 | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Trim: 500 F Sport | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 500 F Sport | — |
| 2020 | — | Trim: 500 F Sport, Note: Transmission Style: Electrically variable-speed automatic | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 500 F Sport | Transmission Style: Electrically variable-speed automatic |
| 2019 | — | Trim: 500, Note: Transmission Style: Electrically variable-speed automatic | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 500 | Transmission Style: Electrically variable-speed automatic |
| 2018 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 4 | 430 | 15.2 | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 481 | 17 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 123 | Standard | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 123 |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 479 | 16.9 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | Standard | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 510 | 18 | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | 394 | 13.9 | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 4 | 510 | 18 | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 4 | 510 | 18 | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 5 | 4 | 510 | 18 | — | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | laneCenteringAssist | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard |
| 2024 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard |
| 2023 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard |
| 2022 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2021 | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | — | standard | optional | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard |
| 2020 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2019 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2018 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2017 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Lexus LS presents a strong initial reliability profile with no recalls or complaints logged.
2025
The 2025 Lexus LS presents an average reliability outlook, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
2024
The 2024 Lexus LS offers a refined driving experience, but used shoppers must prioritize confirming the completion of critical software recalls, particularly for the instrument cluster and rearview camera, before purchase.
2023
The 2023 Lexus LS offers a refined luxury experience, but its average reliability verdict and a significant recall concerning the rear visibility system warrant careful inspection.
2022
The 2022 Lexus LS presents an excellent reliability record with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting a robust and dependable luxury sedan.
2021
The 2021 Lexus LS offers a good reliability rating, but buyers must confirm the critical front passenger airbag system recall has been completed.
2020
The 2020 Lexus LS presents a compelling luxury sedan option with a "Good" reliability verdict.
2019
The 2019 Lexus LS offers a refined luxury experience, but buyers must confirm the completion of a critical safety recall concerning the front passenger airbag system.
2018
The 2018 Lexus LS offers a comfortable and refined experience, but buyers should prioritize confirming the completion of critical safety recalls, particularly for the passenger airbag system, and be aware of its average reliability rating.
2017
The 2017 Lexus LS presents a compelling luxury sedan option with an excellent reliability record, boasting zero recalls and complaints in its NHTSA data.
2016
The 2016 Lexus LS offers a generally good ownership experience, but a critical concern regarding **airbag non-deployment** warrants careful pre-purchase inspection.
2015
The 2015 Lexus LS offers a generally good reliability record, but a critical inspection of the brake booster and actuator is essential due to documented failures at higher mileage.
2014
The 2014 Lexus LS presents an exceptionally reliable used luxury sedan, boasting a near-perfect reliability score and a complete absence of recalls or consumer complaints.
2013
The 2013 Lexus LS presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting no recalls or complaints.
2012
The 2012 Lexus LS offers excellent reliability with zero recalls and zero complaints, supported by a high LLM score of 9.5.
2011
The 2011 Lexus LS presents a compelling case for dependable luxury, boasting a strong reliability record.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Lexus LS?
Carfocal currently has 16 published LS reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Lexus LS presents a strong initial reliability profile with no recalls or complaints logged.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Lexus LS reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Lexus LS. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 lexus ls presents a strong initial reliability profile with no recalls or complaints logged. and the 2026 lexus ls offers good value for buyers seeking a comfortable and reliable luxury sedan, provided it has been well-maintained and all tsbs have been addressed. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
16 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Lexus LS?
Across Carfocal's published LS guides, recurring problem areas include Software Glitches (TSB Related), Brake Fluid Degradation, and Transmission Fluid Contamination. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Software Glitches (TSB Related), Brake Fluid Degradation, and Transmission Fluid Contamination.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 16
- Years tracked
- 16
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints