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2023 Lexus LS

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.

Class: Midsize Cars
Body styles: 500 4dr Sedan, 500h 4dr Sedan
Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.4L 6-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 416 hp
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel: Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best): 25 combined · 22 city / 29 hwy
Length: 206.3 in
Curb weight: 4,938–5,225 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 2 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
AWD / 4WD available
Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2023 Lexus LS is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (3.5L 6-cyl and 3.4L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive and rear-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).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway), 7% worse than the 2023 midsize car average of 27 MPG, for an estimated $3,300 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the seats.

What changed for 2023

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 LS — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 LS →

Trims, performance & features

Engine416 hp3.4L 6-cyl

DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

500 Core

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Rear automatic brakingStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Lane centeringStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Tahara City, Aichi Prefecture

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2023 LS configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
500 4dr Sedan	206.3 in	74.8 in	57.5 in	123.2 in	64.6 / 64.6 in	4,938 lb	53/47
500h 4dr Sedan	206.3 in	74.8 in	57.5 in	123.2 in	64.6 / 64.6 in	5,225 lb	51/49

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
LS 500h AWD Hybrid	3.5L 6-cyl	Automatic (AV-S10)	All-Wheel Drive	22 / 29 / 25	-7%	$3,300	358
LS 500h Hybrid	3.5L 6-cyl	Automatic (AV-S10)	Rear-Wheel Drive	22 / 29 / 25	-7%	$3,300	358
LS 500h AWD Hybrid	3.5L 6-cyl	Automatic (AV-S10)	All-Wheel Drive	22 / 29 / 25	-7%	$3,300	358
LS 500	3.4L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	Rear-Wheel Drive	18 / 29 / 22	-19%	$3,750	405
LS 500 AWD	3.4L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	All-Wheel Drive	17 / 27 / 21	-22%	$3,900	432

5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

5/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Spend $4,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

27 MPG2023 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Lexus LS.

Similar 2023 midsize cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2023 Lexus LS (this car)	25 MPG	Not rated	2
2023 BMW 7 Series	27 MPG	Not rated	0
2023 Porsche Panamera	22 MPG	Not rated	1
2023 Audi A8	22 MPG	Not rated	2
2023 Maserati Quattroporte	20 MPG	Not rated	1
2023 Polestar 2	270 mi	Not rated	0
2023 Alfa Romeo Giulia	27 MPG	Not rated	3

Recalls (2)

Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Oct 30, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Feb 21, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V124000 · 18,616 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Mirai, Lexus LS500, LS500H, 2023-2024 Lexus ES250, ES300H, ES350, 2024 Lexus LC500, and LC500H vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Due to incorrect programming of the parking-assist electronic control unit (ECU) software, the rearview camera image may not immediately display within a couple of seconds after the shifter is placed into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA01 and 24LA01.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2023 Lexus LS is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

1Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

0Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

0Injuries reported

Seats1

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2023 Lexus LS buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Seats — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Lexus LS. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other LS years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2026 LS	21	206.3 in	Not rated	0	0
2025 LS	25	206.3 in	Not rated	3	3
2024 LS	25	206.3 in	Not rated	2	0
2022 LS	25	206.3 in	Not rated	1	0
2021 LS	28	206.3 in	Not rated	2	6
2020 LS	28	206.3 in	Not rated	2	0
2019 LS	28	206.3 in	Not rated	4	7
2018 LS	28	206.3 in	Not rated	4	19
2017 LS	19	200.4 in	Not rated	0	2
2016 LS	20	200.4 in	Not rated	0	6
2015 LS	20	200.4 in	Not rated	1	7
2014 LS	20	200.4 in	Not rated	1	11

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →