Auto loans: 2018 Lexus LS
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.4 to 11.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.4 to 11.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2018 Lexus LS for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2018 Lexus LS specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid | 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid | 3.4L 6-cylinder turbo | 3.4L 6-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | Automatic (CVT) | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Hybrid (gas) | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km | 12.2 L/100 km | 13.0 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.1 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.4 L/100 km | 9.1 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 195 g/km | 211 g/km | 240 g/km | 259 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.02 | $14.11 | $17.85 | $19.25 |
2018 Lexus LS: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.4 L | 3.4 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 25 | 23 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 31 | 30 | 27 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 | 26 | 23 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 | 31 | 28 | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,950 | US$3,150 | US$3,550 | US$3,900 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,604 | $2,822 | $3,570 | $3,850 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2018 Lexus LS
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, most often about wheels (5), electrical system (3) and engine (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V275000 | 2024-04-17 | air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lexus LS500 and 2018-2020 Lexus LS500 Hybrid vehicles equipped with the "Executive Package." The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that can cause the Occupant Classification System... |
| 20V682000 | 2020-11-04 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus... |
| 20V012000 | 2020-01-13 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350... |
| 19V134000 | 2019-02-27 | tires:sidewall | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Lexus LS vehicles equipped with run-flat tires with a sidewall reinforcement layer inside the tire. The tire-on-wheel assembly process may have caused the reinforcement layer to crack, possibly resulting in the tire tread layer separating... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2018 Lexus LS
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2018 Lexus LS for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Thinking about the 2018 Lexus LS? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
What to check on the LS
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. NHTSA has 19 owner complaints on file, mostly about wheels, electrical system and engine. There are 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
Specs, explained
The engine is the 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid, with rear-wheel drive and an automatic (CVT). As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Rated at 8.4 L/100 km combined, it needs around 25 litres for a 300 km round trip. For 1,000 km, budget about $130.20 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,950 a year for 15,000 miles.
The LS in everyday use
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. EPA lists 340 litres of luggage space, enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Best uses
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Rent it for a week first
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Try the LS on your commute, then decide. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$2,950 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $130.20 at our price setting.
Year and trim
Within the 2018 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Questions first?
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2018 Lexus LS from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Lexus LS
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Lexus LS for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Lexus LS
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 Lexus LS?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2018 Lexus LS before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2018 Lexus LS have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 Lexus LS cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,950 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2604.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.