DecodedCars2017 Lexus LS
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 460 AWD 4dr Sedan, 460l AWD 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 4.6L 8-cyl
- Horsepower
- 416 hp
- Transmission
- 10-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 16 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 200.4–205.1 in
- Curb weight
- 4,652–4,872 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 29% below the 2017 midsize car average of 26.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 33 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 Lexus LS is a midsize car offered with a 4.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 200 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,652 lb (460 AWD 4dr Sedan).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway), 29% worse than the 2017 midsize car average of 26.9 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the fuel/propulsion system.
What changed for 2017
- No hybrid version any more
- Engine dropped: 5.0L 8-cyl
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 LS →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Tahara, Japan · Tahara, Aichi
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2017 LS configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 460 AWD 4dr Sedan | 200.4 in | 74 in | 57.9 in | 116.9 in | 63 / 63.4 in | 4,652 lb | 52/48 |
| 460l AWD 4dr Sedan | 205.1 in | 74 in | 57.9 in | 121.7 in | 63 / 63.4 in | 4,872 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS 460 | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | -29% | $4,350 | 460 |
| LS 460 L | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | -29% | $4,350 | 460 |
| LS 460 AWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | -33% | $4,550 | 486 |
| LS 460 L AWD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | -33% | $4,550 | 486 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Lexus LS.
Similar 2017 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Lexus LS (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 BMW 5 Series | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2017 Tesla Model 3 | 310 mi | Not rated | 16 |
| 2017 Audi A6 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2017 Lincoln Continental | 21 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2017 Tesla Model S | 335 mi | Not rated | 9 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Lexus LS.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2017 Lexus LS is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2017 Lexus LS buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 2 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Lexus LS. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other LS years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 LS | 21 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 LS | 25 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 3 | 3 |
| 2024 LS | 25 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 LS | 25 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 LS | 25 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 LS | 28 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 6 |
| 2020 LS | 28 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 LS | 28 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 7 |
| 2018 LS | 28 | 206.3 in | Not rated | 4 | 19 |
| 2016 LS | 20 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 6 |
| 2015 LS | 20 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 7 |
| 2014 LS | 20 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 11 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →