DecodedCars2021 Lexus LX
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 570 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 5.7L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 16 hwy
- Length
- 200 in
- Curb weight
- 5,908 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 21 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 14 MPG combined, 26% below the 2021 standard SUV average of 18.8 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 21 similar 2021 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2021 Lexus LX is a standard SUV offered with a 5.7L 8-cyl engine and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 200 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,908 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 16 highway), 26% worse than the 2021 standard SUV average of 18.8 MPG, for an estimated $5,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2021
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2020 LX — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 LX →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 570 4dr SUV | 200 in | 78 in | 75.2 in | 112.2 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 5,908 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX 570 | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 12 / 16 / 14 | -26% | $5,850 | 636 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2021 Lexus LX.
Similar 2021 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Lexus LX (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Porsche Cayenne | 21 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2021 BMW X5 | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 12 |
| 2021 Lexus RX | 30 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2021 Audi Q7 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 9 |
| 2021 Tesla Model X | 371 mi | Not rated | 24 |
| 2021 Land Rover Discovery | 21 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Lexus LX.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2021 Lexus LX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2021 Lexus LX in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2021 Lexus LX buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Lexus LX. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other LX years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 LX | 20 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 LX | 20 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 LX | 19 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 3 |
| 2023 LX | 19 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 13 |
| 2022 LX | 19 | 200.4 in | Not rated | 6 | 5 |
| 2020 LX | 14 | 200 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 LX | 15 | 200 in | Not rated | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 LX | 15 | 200 in | Not rated | 2 | 4 |
| 2017 LX | 15 | 200 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 LX | 15 | 200 in | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 LX | 14 | 197.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 LX | 14 | 197.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →