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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $82,441–$109,613 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2025 Lexus LS at 8.0/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this sedan. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.9/10, while Technology at 6.8/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We score reliability at 7.6/10 — better than most direct rivals, if short of the segment's best. The safety score of 7.3/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance is a genuine highlight at 8.2/10. The Lexus LS delivers engaging driving dynamics — responsive handling, meaningful power delivery, and a drivetrain that rewards spirited driving without sacrificing daily usability. Technology scores 6.8/10 — the infotainment and driver-assist features feel dated against current-generation rivals. This is worth weighing if you prioritize connected features or modern safety tech.
Priced from $82,441–$109,613, 25 MPG, seating 5, the Lexus LS sits in the luxury tier of the sedan market. Value is where it presses its advantage — 8.9/10, meaning the feature set and quality outrun the asking price. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Our take: The 2025 Lexus LS is a solid, well-rounded sedan that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is technology — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 Lexus LS ranks #201 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 85% of the segment. Its 8.0/10 overall score is 0.5 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $82,441 starting price is about 198% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Lexus LS scores 8.0/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 8.0 — and starts roughly $7,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 8.0/10 | $82,441 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 8.0/10 | $82,441 | |
| 2024 | 8.1/10 | $80,040 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.0/10 | $77,638 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.0/10 | $75,237 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.0/10 | $72,836 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.0/10 | $70,435 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.8/10 | $68,034 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.7/10 | $65,632 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.7/10 | $63,231 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.6/10 | $60,830 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.6/10 | $58,429 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Electrical system / instrument cluster/panel 11/09/2025 · 25V595000 | 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,… |
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| Back over prevention / Display function 30/10/2025 · 25V744000 | 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… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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