DecodedCars2024 Lexus LS
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 500 4dr Sedan, 500h 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.4L 6-cyl turbo
- 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
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 25 MPG combined, 13% below the 2024 midsize car average of 28.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 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), 13% worse than the 2024 midsize car average of 28.6 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.
What changed for 2024
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 LS — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 LS →
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 | -13% | $3,300 | 358 |
| LS 500h AWD Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 25 | -13% | $3,300 | 358 |
| LS 500 | 3.4L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 29 / 22 | -23% | $3,750 | 404 |
| LS 500 AWD | 3.4L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 27 / 21 | -27% | $3,900 | 432 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Lexus LS.
Similar 2024 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Lexus LS (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2024 BMW 7 Series | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Porsche Panamera | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2024 Audi A8 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2024 Maserati Quattroporte | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2024 Polestar 2 | 320 mi | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 27 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
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.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Sep 11, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Toyota Venza, 2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, Crown, 2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, Grand Highlander, and 2025 Lexus RX, Toyota Crown Signia, Camry, RAV 4 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and 4 Runner vehicles. Due to an error in the instrument panel software at vehicle startup, the instrument panel may fail to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights.
- Risk
- An instrument panel display that does not show critical information can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the instrument panel software over-the-air (OTA) for non-PHEV vehicles, free of charge. For PHEV vehicles, dealers will inspect the instrument panel assembly, and either replace it, or update the software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed December 5, 2025. Additional letters will be sent, anticipated in May 2026. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB08 and 25TA08. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB05 and 25LA05.
Not every 2024 Lexus LS is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2024 Lexus LS in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2024 Lexus LS buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- 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 2024 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 |
| 2023 LS | 25 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 1 |
| 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 →