Lexus LS
The Lexus LS is a full-size sedan powered by an 8-cylinder petrol engine displacing 3,961 cm³ and producing 192 kW. Measuring 5,001 mm in length with a kerb weight of 1,804 kg, it accommodates five passengers and achieves a top speed of 250 km/h. New registrations in Norway between 2019 and 2021 totalled just two vehicles, with one registered in 2019 and another in 2021.
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,728 kg |
| Displacement | 3,969 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Top speed | 250 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 12.6 l/100 km |
| Class | Large car |
| Model years (US) | 2001–2006 |
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Doors | 4 |
New registrations in Norway
Number of Lexus LS registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Lexus LS cars registered for the first time across 12 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Poland | 32 |
| United Kingdom | 32 |
| Hungary | 8 |
| Czechia | 7 |
| Spain | 4 |
| Germany | 3 |
| Netherlands | 2 |
| Sweden | 2 |
| Lithuania | 1 |
| Belgium | 1 |
| Denmark | 1 |
| Greece | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Generations
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Common problems & reliability
US owners have filed 16 complaints for the Lexus LS, most often about unknown or other, wheels, electrical system, tires. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy. In the UK, 88% of Lexus LSs pass their MOT test first time, based on 543 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain), DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
4 in the US-market NHTSA database, which may not apply to European versions for the Lexus LS. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGERUS · NHTSAModel year 2021
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lexus LS500 and 2018-2020 Lexus LS500 Hybrid vehicles equipped with the "Executive Package." The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24LA03.
NHTSA campaign 24V275000 · reported 17/04/2024
- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGERUS · NHTSAModel year 2019
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lexus LS500 and 2018-2020 Lexus LS500 Hybrid vehicles equipped with the "Executive Package." The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24LA03.
NHTSA campaign 24V275000 · reported 17/04/2024
- TIRES:SIDEWALLUS · NHTSAModel year 2018
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Lexus LS vehicles equipped with run-flat tires with a sidewall reinforcement layer inside the tire. The tire-on-wheel assembly process may have caused the reinforcement layer to crack, possibly resulting in the tire tread layer separating from the tire.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and Lexus dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began April 26, 2019. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. The Toyota number for this recall is KLC.
NHTSA campaign 19V134000 · reported 27/02/2019
- AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGERUS · NHTSAModel year 2018
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lexus LS500 and 2018-2020 Lexus LS500 Hybrid vehicles equipped with the "Executive Package." The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24LA03.
NHTSA campaign 24V275000 · reported 17/04/2024
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Lexus recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Lexus LS?
- The Lexus LS has a rated top speed of 250 km/h.
- How much does the Lexus LS weigh?
- The Lexus LS has a kerb weight of about 1,728 kg.
- How many seats does the Lexus LS have?
- The Lexus LS has 5 seats.