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The tech behind the icons: Lexus LS
A rival to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series, the Lexus LS was the first car to really make European marques sit up and take notice.
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About the Lexus LS
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2020 Lexus LS's used prices in Australia typically range from $101,000 for the F Sport variant and topping out at $137,800 for the Sports Lux L Anil Och Trim+prm.
There are 14 variants of the LS available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2019.
Engine options include 3.4L twin-turbo petrol (310kW/600Nm) and 3.5L petrol hybrid (220kW/350Nm). Available with 10 speed auto sequential sportshift, 10 speed auto multi stage or multi stage hybrid transmission transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2020 LS was offered with a 4 year, 100,000 km warranty.
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2020 Lexus LS Price
Sports Luxury
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.4L, 10-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $195,795 |
| 3.5L, Automatic, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $196,375 |
Inspiration Series
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.4L, 10-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $198,925 |
| 3.5L, Automatic, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $199,505 |
F Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.5L, Automatic, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $191,000 |
| 3.4L, 10-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $194,136 |
*excl. on-roads
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2020 Lexus LS Dimensions
1450mm
1900mm
5235mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2020 Lexus LS Fuel Economy
There are 3 different fuel economy figures for the Lexus LS
The most fuel efficient Lexus LS is the F SPORT with a 10 SPEED AUTO MULTI STAGE which is powered by a 3.5L DIRECT FUEL INJ and uses 6.6L of Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Lexus LS that uses the most amount of fuel is the SPORTS LUX CRIMSON PLEAT+GLASS with a 10 SPEED AUTO SEQUENTIAL SPORTSHIFT which is powered by a 3.4L TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ and uses 10L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
| Lexus LS | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 3.4L, 10-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 9.5 L/100km |
| 3.5L, Automatic, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.5 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Lexus LS?
The Lexus LS has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2020 Lexus LS Warranty
What is the warranty on a Lexus LS?
The Lexus LS offers a 4 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Lexus LS FAQs
The cheapest Lexus LS is the F SPORT that starts from $101,000.
The most expensive Lexus LS is the SPORTS LUX CRIMSON PLEAT+GLASS that starts from $137,800.
The best towing capacity of a Lexus LS is null kg offered by the following variants: F SPORT, SPECIAL EDITION (INSPIRATION), SPORTS LUX CAMEL TRIM+PREMIUM, SPORTS LUXURY, SPORTS LUX CRIMSON PLEAT+GLASS, SPORTS LUX BLACK TRIM+PREMIUM, SPORTS LUX CRIMSON TRIM+PREM, SPORTS LUX CAMEL TRIM+BASE, SPORTS LUX CHATEAU TRIM+PREM, SPORTS LUX HAZEL TRIM+PREMIUM, SPORTS LUX WHITE TRIM+PREMIUM, SPORTS LUX L ANIL BLK TRIM+PRM, SPORTS LUX L ANIL OCH TRIM+PRM and SPORTS LUX BLACK TRIM+NISHIJIN.
The largest Lexus LS is the F SPORT which measures 1900mm wide, 5235mm in length and sits 1450mm tall.
The most powerful Lexus LS is the F SPORT which has 310kW of power from its 3.4L TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ engine.
The Lexus LS is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Lexus LS is the SPECIAL EDITION (INSPIRATION) which weighs 2725 kg (kerb weight).
The Lexus LS may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid or Premium Unleaded Petrol.