Verdict
The Lexus LS costs RM1,188,000 to the Lexus LX’s RM1,540,000, leaving a RM352,000 gap. The LS is the sharper road car: 0-100 km/h takes 5.0 seconds against 6.5 seconds, it reaches 250 km/h and is rated at 9.5 L/100 km. The LX counters with all-wheel drive, seven seats and 650 Nm from its hybrid-assisted powertrain, versus the LS’s rear-wheel drive, five seats and 600 Nm. For Malaysian ownership costs, the LX’s RM2,352 annual road tax undercuts the LS’s RM4,133.
Pick the Lexus LS if you want the lower RM1.188 million entry price, a 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time and a long-wheelbase five-seat luxury sedan.
Pick the Lexus LX if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and 650 Nm, and can justify the RM352,000 higher price.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LS RM1,188,000; Lexus LX RM1,540,000.
- Performance: Lexus LS 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds; Lexus LX in 6.5 seconds.
- Driveline and torque: Lexus LS rear-wheel drive with 600 Nm; Lexus LX all-wheel drive with 650 Nm.
- Seating: Lexus LS five seats and four doors; Lexus LX seven seats and five doors.
- Economy and road tax: Lexus LS 9.5 L/100 km and RM4,133/year; Lexus LX 10.0 L/100 km and RM2,352/year.
- Dimensions: Lexus LS is 5,235 mm long with a 3,125 mm wheelbase; Lexus LX is 5,100 mm long with a 2,850 mm wheelbase.
LS
- RM352,000 cheaper to buy.
- Quicker 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Lower 9.5 L/100 km rated fuel use and 250 km/h top speed.
- Five seats versus the LX’s seven.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the LX’s all-wheel drive.
- 600 Nm trails the LX’s 650 Nm.
LX
- Seven seats and five doors.
- All-wheel drive and 650 Nm.
- RM2,352 annual road tax is RM1,781 lower.
- Costs RM352,000 more.
- Slower 6.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Rated fuel economy is 10.0 L/100 km versus 9.5 L/100 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,188,000✓ | RM1,540,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM4,133 | RM2,352✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection and variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection, variable valve timing and electric hybrid module |
| Capacity | 3,445 cc | 3,445 cc |
| Horsepower | 415 hp | 415 hp |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 650 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 85.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.476 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 49 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10-Speed Direct Shift | — |
| Gears | 10 | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5 seconds✓ | 6.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.5 L/100 km✓ | 10 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 227 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,235 mm | 5,100 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 2,155 kg | 2,840 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 82 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 245/45RF20 | 265/50 R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/45RF20 | 265/50 R22 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | — |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | — |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | — |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) with Auto Brake and Rear Pedestrian Detection with Auto Brake | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | — |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 28-way Power Adjustable Seats with Memory, Heating, Ventilation and Massage | — |
| Rear Seats | 18-way Power Adjustable Seats with Centre Armrest, Rear Touchscreen, Heating and Ventilation | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | — |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | — |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Sun Shade and Rear Door Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3" Display with Lexus Remote Touch Controller, Navigation, USB, Bluetooth, WiFi and Pioneer 12-speaker Sound System | — |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | Soft close function, all doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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LS vs LX FAQ
Is the Lexus LS or Lexus LX better?
The Lexus LS is better for a driver-focused luxury car, with quicker acceleration, lower rated fuel use and a much lower purchase price. Choose the Lexus LX instead only if its seven seats and all-wheel drive are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LX costs RM352,000 more than the Lexus LS: RM1,540,000 versus RM1,188,000.
Which Lexus is better for carrying more passengers?
The Lexus LX is the clear choice for passenger capacity, with seven seats and five doors. The Lexus LS has five seats and four doors.