Lexus is a luxury car brand known not only for its smooth ride and advanced technologies but also for being one of the most reliable cars on the road. So, how long do Lexus last? Drivers can expect to keep their Lexus running for 250,000–300,000 miles, or up to 20 years.

Lexus cars and SUVs can last owners up to 300,000 miles or 20 years of ownership with proper maintenance.
Lexus, along with its parent company Toyota, is consistently ranked one of the most reliable car brands.
The RC, IS, and LC are some of the most reliable Lexus vehicles, while the UX is considered the least reliable.

How many miles can a Lexus last?

Lexuses have a lifespan of 250,000–300,000 miles, with proper care.

The typical car has an expected life of 200,000 miles, which means you can potentially drive a Lexus 50% longer than the average car on the road.

If you are someone who has a long commute or finds themselves racking up miles on the odometer, this longevity could be an important factor when deciding whether to purchase a new Lexus or a used Lexus.

How many years can a Lexus last?

A Lexus can last as long as 20 years on the road for those who drive less than 15,000 miles per year. Compared to the average of an 11-year lifespan from other car brands, this is almost a 100% increase.

Those who keep up to date on regular maintenance and oil changes, keep their car clean, and who follow conservative driving habits can keep their car functioning longer than those who do not.

Key Takeaway If you want luxury, durability, and dependability, a Lexus may be the perfect car for you.

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Lexus reliability

Lexus is a reliable car brand.

Lexus, along with its parent company

Toyota

, has long been ranked as one of the most reliable car brands on the road. In fact, nearly every single luxury vehicle model in Lexus’ lineup scores an above-average rating in Consumer Report’s 2022 annual report.

According to RepairPal, on average Lexus owners only end up in the repair shop once every two years, and of those visits, only 8% are considered a “severe repair” or major issues. This means you’ll be able to keep your repair costs low with a Lexus.

Lexus maintenance costs are also not only low for luxury vehicles, but they’re well below the overall average for all car models. Lexus annual maintenance costs run around $551, while the average across all vehicles is $652.

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The most reliable Lexus models

Lexus offers over 30 unique vehicle models including comfortable sedans, large SUVs, and high-performance coupes. Given this wide menu of options to choose from, which Lexus is the most reliable vehicle of the bunch?

Here’s what we look at to determine a car’s reliability:

Frequency of mechanical problems

Cost of repair when those issues happen

Number of recalls

To help tally these figures, we use

J.D. Power’s

Quality & Reliability ratings along with

Edmunds.com’s

True Cost to Own® to give each Lexus model an overall reliability score. Here are the three most reliable models:

Lexus RC

2023 starting price: $47,250

True cost to own (5 years): N/A

J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Score: 88/100 (great)

The

is J.D. Power’s 2021 Highest Quality premium compact sedan and features a Kelley Blue Book ranking of 4.8/5.0 stars. In addition, 93% of owners would recommend this vehicle to others.

Lexus IS

2023 starting price: $42,910

True cost to own (5 years): $70,833

2021 J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Score: 86/100 (great)

In addition to its high scores for reliability, the

received the International Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) Top Safety Pick+, and it got the highest rating of ‘Good’ in all of its crash tests.

Lexus LC

2023 starting price: $94,450

True cost to own (5 years): N/A

2021 J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Score: 86/100 (great)

The LC is a high-performance coupe that goes from 0–60 in 4.5 seconds with a top speed of 186 mph. Its high reliability ratings mean that you won’t have to take your car to a mechanic as frequently while you’re having fun on the road.

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The least reliable Lexus model

The good news is that it’s difficult to go wrong when it comes to reliability if you’re in the market for a Lexus. With other car brands we often highlight several models that receive less-the-admirable scores, but only one Lexus model received a score below ‘great’, and even then you’ll have to settle for just ‘average’:

Lexus UX

2023 starting price: $35,340

True cost to own (5 years): N/A

2021 J.D. Power Quality & Reliability Score: 80/100 (average)

The UX is a subcompact SUV from Lexus that is praised for its refined handling and luxurious interior. Where it falls short of other models, according to the International Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS), is in its confusing infotainment system and sluggish engine.

Reviewers also noted that the UX’s low beam headlights create excess glare in certain situations.

While the UX does rank at the bottom of Lexus’ lineup, it does bear noting that many manufacturers would be quite pleased with a score of 80 from J.D. Power. But if you are set on a Lexus as your next vehicle, other options may be more user-friendly.

Key Takeaway The Lexus brand offers excellent reliability scores across the board, except for a few snags found in the UX.

How to make your Lexus last longer

All cars require some TLC to keep them up and running. Here are some tricks to extend the life of your car:

The most important: be a good driver! Don’t be the reason why your car is damaged.

Clean your car, which prevents wear, tear, and corrosion.

Use original equipment manufacturer when you need replacement parts.

Follow the manufacturer maintenance schedules recommended by your dealer.

Check oil levels, windshield wiper fluid, and tire pressure regularly.

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