Lexus models
19 Lexus models since 2005 · 178 recall campaigns on file.
Current models

Lexus IS
2005–2026 · 22 MPG · Compact Cars

Lexus LS
2005–2026 · 21 MPG · Midsize Cars

Lexus RX
2005–2026 · 36 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle

Lexus ES
2005–2026 · 46 MPG · Midsize Cars

Lexus LX
2005–2026 · 20 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle

Lexus GX
2005–2026 · 17 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle

Lexus NX
2015–2026 · 40 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle

Lexus LC
2018–2026 · 18 MPG · Minicompact Cars

Lexus RC
2015–2025 · 25 MPG · Subcompact Cars

Lexus TX
2024–2026 · 27 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle

Lexus UX
2019–2026 · 43 MPG · Compact Cars

Lexus RZ
2023–2026 · 301 mi · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Lexus at a glance
We have 19 Lexus models on file, covering model years 2005 to 2026; 12 are on sale now: IS, LS, RX, ES, LX, GX, NX and LC and more.
The current lineup is made up of 6 cars and 6 SUVs.
The Lexus ES is the most fuel-efficient at 46 MPG combined in its best version, while the Lexus GX is the thirstiest at 17 MPG.
Its longest-range EV is the Lexus ES, with up to 307 miles on a charge (EPA).
The most researched Lexus right now is the IS (28,367 Wikipedia views in 30 days), followed by the LS and RX.
Across all models and years there are 178 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. The Lexus RX has the most (26), and the Lexus ES has collected the most owner complaints (1,612).
On average, the best version of each current model returns 29 MPG combined.
Discontinued models include the GS (last sold 2020), CT (last sold 2017), RC F (last sold 2017), IS F (last sold 2014) and HS (last sold 2012).
Across all its models, owners most often report problems with the air bags, engine and service brakes.
Its longest-running model in our data is the IS, with model years from 2005 to 2026.
Its current EVs average 304 miles of EPA range in their best versions.
Every Lexus model in one line
→ The 2026 Lexus IS is a compact car offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 186 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,913 lb.
→ The 2026 Lexus LS is a midsize car offered with a 3.4L 6-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive. It measures about 206 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 123-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,938 lb (500 4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 Lexus RX is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive. It measures about 193 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,288 lb (350 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 Lexus ES is a midsize car offered with a 2.5L 4-cyl engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 202 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 116-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,641 lb (350e 4dr Sedan).
→ The 2026 Lexus LX is a standard SUV offered with a 3.4L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive. It measures about 200 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,864 lb (600 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 Lexus GX is a standard SUV offered with a 3.4L 6-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel drive. It measures about 197 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,666 lb.
→ The 2026 Lexus NX is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 184 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,880 lb (350 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 Lexus LC is a minicompact car offered with a 5.0L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive. It measures about 187 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,539 lb (500 2dr Convertible).
→ The 2025 Lexus RC is a subcompact car offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.5L 6-cyl and 5.0L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 185 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,891 lb.
→ The 2026 Lexus TX is a standard SUV offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive. It measures about 203 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 116-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,630 lb (350 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 Lexus UX is a compact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine, including a hybrid version and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 177 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,516 lb.
→ The 2026 Lexus RZ is a small SUV powered by electricity and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 189 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,414 lb (350e 4dr SUV).
Current lineup compared
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus IS | 2005–2026 | 22 MPG | 15 | 1,045 |
| Lexus LS | 2005–2026 | 21 MPG | 13 | 329 |
| Lexus RX | 2005–2026 | 36 MPG | 26 | 1,508 |
| Lexus ES | 2005–2026 | 46 MPG | 17 | 1,612 |
| Lexus LX | 2005–2026 | 20 MPG | 14 | 58 |
| Lexus GX | 2005–2026 | 17 MPG | 15 | 262 |
| Lexus NX | 2015–2026 | 40 MPG | 18 | 340 |
| Lexus LC | 2018–2026 | 18 MPG | 6 | 14 |
| Lexus RC | 2015–2025 | 25 MPG | 3 | 37 |
| Lexus TX | 2024–2026 | 27 MPG | 7 | 96 |
| Lexus UX | 2019–2026 | 43 MPG | 4 | 27 |
| Lexus RZ | 2023–2026 | 301 mi | 3 | 24 |
Past models
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus GS | 2005–2020 | 23 MPG | 13 | 303 |
| Lexus CT | 2011–2017 | 42 MPG | 1 | 155 |
| Lexus HS | 2010–2012 | 34 MPG | 7 | 105 |
| Lexus IS F | 2008–2014 | 18 MPG | 8 | 16 |
| Lexus LFA | 2012 | 13 MPG | 1 | 0 |
| Lexus RC F | 2015–2017 | 19 MPG | 1 | 12 |
| Lexus SC | 2005–2010 | 19 MPG | 6 | 35 |