# Lexus LS specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **MPG (combined):** 21 - **Drive:** AWD - **Years covered:** 2015-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Lexus LS is a midsize car rated at 21 mpg combined. Engines: 3.4L V6 turbo. ## Every 2026 Lexus LS version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | LS 500 AWD | 3.4L V6 turbo | AWD | Automatic | 17/27 | 21 mpg | $3,900 | 434 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Lexus LS specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 3.4L V6 turbo | Automatic | AWD | 21 | | 2025 | 3.5L V6 hybrid; 3.4L V6 turbo | CVT, Automatic | AWD, RWD | 21-25 | | 2024 | 3.5L V6 hybrid; 3.4L V6 turbo | CVT, Automatic | AWD, RWD | 21-25 | | 2023 | 3.5L V6 hybrid; 3.4L V6 turbo | CVT, Automatic | AWD, RWD | 21-25 | | 2022 | 3.5L V6 hybrid; 3.4L V6 turbo | CVT, Automatic | AWD, RWD | 21-25 | | 2021 | 3.4L V6 turbo; 3.5L V6 hybrid | Automatic, CVT | AWD, RWD | 21-28 | | 2020 | 3.5L V6 hybrid; 3.4L V6 turbo | CVT, Automatic | AWD, RWD | 21-28 | | 2019 | 3.5L V6 hybrid; 3.4L V6 turbo | CVT, Automatic | AWD, RWD | 21-28 | | 2018 | 3.5L V6 hybrid; 3.4L V6 turbo | CVT, Automatic | AWD, RWD | 21-28 | | 2017 | 4.6L V8 | Automatic | AWD, RWD | 18-19 | | 2016 | 4.6L V8; 5.0L V8 hybrid | Automatic, CVT | AWD, RWD | 18-20 | | 2015 | 4.6L V8; 5.0L V8 hybrid | Automatic, CVT | AWD, RWD | 18-20 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the LS changed over the years? - **2026:** dropped 3.5L V6 hybrid; RWD was dropped. - **2022:** combined mpg went from 21-28 to 21-25. - **2018:** added 3.5L V6 hybrid and 3.4L V6 turbo; dropped 4.6L V8. - **2017:** dropped 5.0L V8 hybrid. ## What does it cost to run a LS? The EPA puts the 2026 Lexus LS's fuel cost at **$3,900 a year**, against about $2,468 for other current midsize car: roughly 58% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $19,500 in fuel. ## LS vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota Prius](/vehicles/toyota-prius) | Hybrid | 48-57 mpg | $1,200-$1,400 | | [Hyundai Elantra](/vehicles/hyundai-elantra) | Gas, Hybrid | 23-54 mpg | $1,250-$3,550 | | [Toyota Camry](/vehicles/toyota-camry) | Hybrid | 43-51 mpg | $1,300-$1,550 | | [Honda Civic](/vehicles/honda-civic) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-49 mpg | $1,350-$3,400 | | [Honda Accord](/vehicles/honda-accord) | Gas, Hybrid | 31-48 mpg | $1,400-$2,150 | | [Toyota Crown](/vehicles/toyota-crown) | Hybrid | 30-41 mpg | $1,650-$2,250 | | [Nissan Sentra](/vehicles/nissan-sentra) | Gas | 32-33 mpg | $2,050-$2,100 | | [Kia K4](/vehicles/kia-k4) | Gas | 28-33 mpg | $2,050-$2,400 | Other current midsize car from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2026 Lexus LS get? The 2026 Lexus LS is EPA-rated at 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2026 Lexus LS have? The 2026 Lexus LS comes with: 3.4L V6 turbo. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with AWD. ### Is there a hybrid Lexus LS? Yes. The Lexus LS has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which. ### Which Lexus LS year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2021 Lexus LS has the highest combined rating, up to 28 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Lexus LS for a year? About $3,900 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Lexus LS? The most efficient 2026 version, the LS 500 AWD, is rated 17 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (21 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2026 Lexus LS emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 434 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Does the 2026 Lexus LS come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Lexus LS is offered with AWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Lexus LS cheap to run compared with other midsize cars? No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $3,900 compares with about $2,468 for other current midsize car models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## All Lexus cars - [Lexus LC](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-lc) - [Lexus IS](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-is) - [Lexus UX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-ux) - [Lexus ES](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-es) ## More Lexus models - [Lexus GX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-gx) - [Lexus LX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-lx) - [Lexus NX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-nx) - [Lexus RX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rx) - [Lexus RZ](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rz) - [Lexus TX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-tx) - [Lexus RC](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rc): discontinued ## Other midsize cars - [Mazda 3](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-3) - [Mazda 6](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-6) - [Mercedes-Benz E-Class](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-e-class) - [Mini Clubman](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mini-clubman) - [Nissan Altima](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/nissan-altima) - [Nissan Maxima](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/nissan-maxima) - [Nissan Sentra](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/nissan-sentra) - [Polestar 2](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/polestar-2) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-ls Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.