DecodedCars2026 Lexus LX
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 600 4dr SUV, 700h 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 3.4L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 409 hp
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 7
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 19 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 200.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,864–6,261 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- Seats up to 73 rows of seating.
- 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 34 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
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).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (19 city / 22 highway), 0% better than the 2026 standard SUV average of 20 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 LX — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 LX →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Yoshiwara, Shizuoka Prefecture
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2026 LX 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600 4dr SUV | 200.4 in | 78.3 in | 74.4 in | 112.6 in | 66.1 / 66.1 in | 5,864 lb | 53/47 |
| 700h 4dr SUV | 200.4 in | 78.3 in | 74.4 in | 112.2 in | 66.1 / 66.1 in | 6,261 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 700h Hybrid | 3.4L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 22 / 20 | 0% | $4,100 | 439 |
| LX 600 | 3.4L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | -5% | $4,350 | 477 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Lexus LX.
Similar 2026 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus LX (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Land Rover Range Rover | 23 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2026 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 Volvo XC90 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Audi Q7 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
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.
Not every 2026 Lexus LX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other LX years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2014 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 →