Car leasing: 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.
The 2018 Lexus LS for buyers
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2018 Lexus LS for sale by us right now. CarmaCars is not a leasing company. You can rent month to month and stop at the end of any booking. Before you buy the 2018 Lexus LS, here is what the figures say and what to look at.
Before you sign for the LS
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, most often about wheels, electrical system and engine; have those parts checked. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Under the hood
The 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid does the work, through 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.
The combined figure, 8.4 L/100 km, means roughly 25 litres for 300 km. Every 100 km costs about $13.02 in fuel at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,950 a year for 15,000 miles.
Space, size and seats
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. For luggage, 340 litres means about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.
Drive it on your own roads
A week with the LS answers more than any brochure. If the LS is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent first, buy later: a week with the LS answers the big questions.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$2,950 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $13.02 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $130.20 at our price setting.
Year and trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Want a price?
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
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.