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2025 Lexus LS

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.

Class: Midsize Cars
Body styles: 500 4dr Sedan, 500h 4dr Sedan
Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.4L 6-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 409–416 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: 3 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

Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 25 MPG combined, 17% below the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG.
Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Modest powerUp to 416 hp, versus about 621 hp for similar 2025 models.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2025 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), 17% worse than the 2025 midsize car average of 30 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 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the seat belts.

What changed for 2025

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 LS — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 LS →

Trims, performance & features

Engine409–416 hp3.4L 6-cyl

Engine409 hp3.4L 6-cyl hybrid

DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

500 Core600 Luxury700h F-Sport

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Blind-spot interventionStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Rear automatic brakingStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Lane centeringStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Parking assistOptional

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Tahara, Aichi Prefecture · Yoshiwara, Shizuoka Prefecture

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2025 LS configurations; 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	-17%	$3,300	358
LS 500h AWD Hybrid	3.5L 6-cyl	Automatic (AV-S10)	All-Wheel Drive	22 / 29 / 25	-17%	$3,300	353
LS 500	3.4L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	Rear-Wheel Drive	18 / 29 / 22	-27%	$3,750	404
LS 500 AWD	3.4L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	All-Wheel Drive	17 / 27 / 21	-30%	$3,900	418

5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

5/10EPA greenhouse gas score

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

30 MPG2025 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Lexus LS.

Similar 2025 midsize cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2025 Lexus LS (this car)	25 MPG	Not rated	3
2025 BMW 5 Series	31 MPG	Not rated	0
2025 BMW 7 Series	28 MPG	Not rated	0
2025 Porsche Panamera	21 MPG	Not rated	3
2025 Audi A8	22 MPG	Not rated	1
2025 Polestar 2	314 mi	Not rated	0
2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia	27 MPG	Not rated	1

Recalls (3)

Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Feb 18, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V094000 · 4,374 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Lexus LX600 vehicles. In the event of transmission solenoid failure, the communication may fail between the transmission electronic control unit (ECU) and the engine ECU, resulting in transmission damage.
Risk: A damaged transmission can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a damaged transmission can leak transmission fluid, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will update the transmission ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26LA01.

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.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2025 Lexus LS is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

3Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

0Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

0Injuries reported

1,400 miTypical mileage at failure

Seat Belts1

Seats1

Air Bags1

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly1

Suspension1

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2025 Lexus LS buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Seat Belts — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
Seats — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 1,400 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
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 2025 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
2024 LS	25	206.3 in	Not rated	2	0
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 →