Certified Pre-Owned: 2012 Lexus LS
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.5 to 12.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.5 to 12.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 2012 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.
2012 Lexus LS specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.0L 8-cylinder hybrid | 4.6L 8-cylinder | 4.6L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.7 L/100 km | 14.5 L/100 km | 15.0 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.1 L/100 km | 9.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.5 L/100 km | 12.3 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 276 g/km | 291 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.83 | $21.53 | $22.40 |
2012 Lexus LS: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.0 L | 4.6 L | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 16 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 24 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 23 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 283 L (10 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) | 396 L (14 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,100 | US$4,350 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,566 | $4,306 | $4,480 |
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 2012 Lexus LS
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (3), service brakes (2) and electrical system (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2012 Lexus LS?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2012 Lexus LS for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. This page helps you judge the 2012 Lexus LS before you buy one anywhere.
A buyer's checks
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, service brakes and electrical system; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the specs mean
It runs the 5.0L 8-cylinder hybrid, with all-wheel drive. It is a hybrid: the battery charges itself as you drive and brake, so there is nothing to plug in. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.
Plan on about 35 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 11.5 L/100 km. Expect about $17.83 per 100 km at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$4,100 a year for 15,000 miles.
What to expect from the LS
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. Luggage space is rated at 283 litres: about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends.
A longer test drive
Rent first, buy later: a week with the LS answers the big questions. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Try the LS on your commute, then decide.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $178.30 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$4,100 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Picking a year and a trim
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Next step
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
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 2012 Lexus LS from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Lexus LS for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Lexus LS
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Lexus LS have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 2012 Lexus LS cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,100 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3566.00.
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.