The 2013 Lexus LS has a low safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 5 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 5 owners have filed complaints about the 2013 Lexus LS. SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance2

02Service Brakes2

03Engine1

5 total across 1 model years (2013–2013)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Lexus LS Fuel Economy

18–20mpg combined

16-19city

23-24hwy

$4,100-$4,550/yr

Across 5 configurations, the 2013 Lexus LS returns 18–20 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

LS 600h L - Automatic (AV-S8)

20mpg

5.0L 8-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

19 city23 hwy~$4,100/yr5/10 Average

LS 460 - Automatic (S8)

19mpg

4.6L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

16 city24 hwy~$4,300/yr4/10 Average

LS 460 L - Automatic (S8)

19mpg

4.6L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

16 city24 hwy~$4,300/yr4/10 Average

LS 460 AWD - Automatic (S8)

18mpg

4.6L 8-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

16 city23 hwy~$4,550/yr4/10 Average

LS 460 L AWD - Automatic (S8)

18mpg

4.6L 8-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

16 city23 hwy~$4,550/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2013 Lexus LS

34States

33%in top 3

17% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 34 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

5017%

CACalifornia

259%

NCNorth Carolina

228%

FLFlorida

217%

ILIllinois

155%

AZArizona

145%

WAWashington

124%

GAGeorgia

103%

DCWashington DC

93%

OHOhio

93%

OKOklahoma

93%

VAVirginia

83%

MOMissouri

83%

NJNew Jersey

62%

NYNew York

62%

TNTennessee

62%

DEDelaware

52%

UT4

IN4

WI4

CO4

PA4

HI3

MD3

AL3

NV3

LA3

MA2

MN2

MS2

RI2

NH2

NM2

KY2

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2013.

Buying a 2013 Lexus LS?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2013 Lexus LS a good car to buy?

The 2013 Lexus LS has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report service brakes,forward collision avoidance as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 2013 Lexus LS?

You'll get between 18 and 20 MPG combined from the 2013 Lexus LS, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2013 Lexus LS?

Out of 5 owner complaints, service brakes,forward collision avoidance issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.