DecodedCars2013 Lexus LX
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 570 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 5.7L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 197.2 in
- Curb weight
- 5,908 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 18% below the 2013 standard SUV average of 17.1 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 18 similar 2013 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2013 Lexus LX is a standard SUV offered with a 5.7L 8-cyl 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 5,908 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 17 highway), 18% worse than the 2013 standard SUV average of 17.1 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 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 9 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2013
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2011 LX — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2011; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2011 LX →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 570 4dr SUV | 197.2 in | 77.6 in | 75.6 in | 112.2 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 5,908 lb | 52/48 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX 570 | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -18% | $5,850 | 619 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 Lexus LX.
Similar 2013 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Lexus LX (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2013 Porsche Cayenne | 23 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2013 BMW X5 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2013 Cadillac Escalade | 21 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2013 Lexus RX | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2013 Volvo XC90 | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2013 Audi Q7 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (2)
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Dec 13, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V887000 · 89,740 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2019 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX 570 vehicles. Over time, the seat belt tension sensor wire harness may break and deactivate the front passenger air bag, knee air bag, and passenger seat-mounted side airbag.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, deactivated air bags can increase the risk of injury .
- Fix
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will modify the front passenger seat belt assembly or replace it with an improved one, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are Lexus Interim J2L and Remedy JLL, Toyota Interim J15 and Remedy J05.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Aug 31, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V548000 · 21 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2016 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus LX470, and 2008-2013 Lexus LX570 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect driver or front passenger air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- An incorrect driver or front passenger air bag may not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is H0S. Lexus' number for this recall is HLD.
Not every 2013 Lexus LX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2013 Lexus LX buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 5 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Seat Belts — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Suspension — 2 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 66,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Lexus LX. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other LX years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 LX | 20 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 LX | 20 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 LX | 19 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 3 |
| 2023 LX | 19 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 13 |
| 2022 LX | 19 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 6 | 5 |
| 2021 LX | 14 | 200 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 LX | 14 | 200 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 LX | 15 | 200 in | Not rated | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 LX | 15 | 200 in | Not rated | 2 | 4 |
| 2017 LX | 15 | 200 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 LX | 15 | 200 in | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 LX | 14 | 197.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →