2005 Lexus LS Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
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MPG (up to)
18 City / 25 HWY
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Horsepower
290
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle MICHAELYN L
That it is reliable and runs smooth
It runs great reliable, very roomy. It's too expensive to maintain It's starting to have problems time for new car
accountCircle Adrian D
I love the 5 CD changer. I like that it has multiple power outlets.
I love my Lexus. It is an older car but it feels like I am driving around in luxury. I love all of the features, the sunroof, the controls on the steering wheel. The only downside is that it only takes premium gas. That can get very expensive with my daily commute.
accountCircle Lorraine J
Safe vehicle, with several airbags all around. Very reliable.
Very Reliable and comfortable, quiet ride. Love the tilting mirrors while backing up. Have and Love moonroof
accountCircle Adam j
The most important thing others should know about my car is that it is like a status symbol to me. Lexus is the name.
This car is a one of a kind. It is considered a classic. I love the sleek body design. The vehicle has a perfect get up and go drive. The sporty look gets much attention.
accountCircle Calvin F
Most durable car I have ever owned.
Very few problems. Great ride and handling. Only shortcoming is that routine servicing is pricey. This car was built to last. It had over 200 000 miles in the odometer. Lexus is the best make on the market. I expect to get another 100, 000 miles out of it.
accountCircle David N
Lexus ls is the best car ever.
The ls is the greatest car ever. That is why this is the third one I have bought in a row. It offers luxury and technology ahead of it is time, powerful performance and total reliability. Toyota is a brand you can trust and parts are easily available. The car is easy to service. I will own Lexus ls vehicles for as long as I can afford them (they have great resale value as well).
accountCircle Kyle C
Lexus LS 430 mechanically reliable, interior leaves much to be desired
No problems mechanically, but I have had a few things broken on interior like cup holder, amplifier and CD changer. The interior is pretty dated, but I guess that's to be expected from a 14 year old car. The car runs like a dream and is very comfortable. It has 150,000 miles and have had no issues except those listed above.
accountCircle Eliza D
Smooth ride! Reliable and elegant car!
This car is one of the most reliable cars I have ever owned, requires minimal maintenance. Performance wise, the car drives seamlessly. I have not really noticed any issues with reliability or performance. Smooth leather seats, heater in the seats. Very comfortable. Sunroof and moonroof included. Very spacious passenger side and back seat spacious. You will enjoy this car! It is an older model but if you take care of it, it will take care of you.

Lexus LS Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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4dr Sdn
290 HP 22-22 MPG 5 Seats
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2005 Lexus LS Owner Reviews

4.69
13 Reviews
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5 stars 69%
4 stars 31%
3 stars 0%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Calvin F on January 20, 2021
Most durable car I have ever owned.
Very few problems. Great ride and handling. Only shortcoming is that routine servicing is pricey. This car was built to last. It had over 200 000 miles in the odometer. Lexus is the best make on the market. I expect to get another 100, 000 miles out of it.
accountCircle Eliza D on September 7, 2020
Smooth ride! Reliable and elegant car!
This car is one of the most reliable cars I have ever owned, requires minimal maintenance. Performance wise, the car drives seamlessly. I have not really noticed any issues with reliability or performance. Smooth leather seats, heater in the seats. Very comfortable. Sunroof and moonroof included. Very spacious passenger side and back seat spacious. You will enjoy this car! It is an older model but if you take care of it, it will take care of you.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Jolynn Z.

It is a classy car if you keep it nice. Very little number of problems. Rides nice. Not a lot of fluff but is nice to have. Could be used for personal or business types of driving. Lasts a long time compared to some other sedans you might want to consider. Can be expensive to fix and have the maintenance done.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Jolynn Z.

It can be expensive when it comes time to fix it. And they supposedly require a specific type of maintenance at certain numbers of miles and those seem to be a very costly thing to have to pay for. It does not have a lot of the more modern things like Bluetooth and the GPS is extremely outdated but can be worked around.

Ranks #1 Luxury Large Cars by Owners

The 2005 Lexus LS has an average owner rating of 4.69 out of 5 which ranks it #1 of 7 other Luxury Large Cars.

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Ranks #2 Luxury Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2005 Lexus LS has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #2 of 8 other Luxury Large Cars.

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Is The 2005 Lexus LS A Good Car?

Yes, it has been a wonderful luxurious car for my commute to work. Had it in California which was great but then had it shipped to Boston. Unfortunately it is not so great here in Boston. That's what... Read More
Michael C.

How Reliable Is The 2005 Lexus LS?

It has been very reliable and I get a lot of compliments on it! Have not had any problems except the normal wear and tear thanks to the snow and road conditions.
Chelsea H.

Is The 2005 Lexus LS A Good Value?

Now it's probably around 13000 hopefully is what I can get. I think it was a good value. It has nice leather interior and the sound system is great!
Amanda O.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the 2005 Lexus ls430 transmission problems?

Answer: One of the most commonly reported problems regarding the transmission in the 2005 Lexus LS430 is poor shift quality when driving at lower speeds. Most customers reported speeds were around 5 to 10 miles per...
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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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