2023 Lexus LX Premium
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- Photo: 2023 Lexus LX 600, front 6.13.24 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: LEXUS LX 700h (J310) China (4) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Lexus LX 600 VJA310 Caviar (2) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2023 Lexus LX 600, rear 6.14.24 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: LEXUS LX 700h (J310) CHINA SPECIFICATION INTERIOR by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2023 Lexus LX Premium is a 409-hp 3.4-liter twin-turbocharged V6 SUV with a 10-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $98,765 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 409 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 479 lb-ft of torque at 2000-3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The LX measures 200.6 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,665 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $98,765 |
| MSRP with Destination | $100,115 |
| Destination Charge | $1,350 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 (V35A-FTS, 3,445 cc) |
| Displacement | 3.4 L |
| Horsepower | 409 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 479 lb-ft @ 2000-3600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 24-valve, Chain Drive |
| Bore and Stroke | 85.6 x 100.1 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 |
| Injection Type | D-4ST (Direct + Port Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD (4WD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 10-speed Automatic (AJA0F) |
| 1st Gear | 4.923 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.257 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.349 |
| 4th Gear | 1.944 |
| 5th Gear | 1.532 |
| 6th Gear | 1.193 |
| 7th Gear | 1 |
| 8th Gear | 0.801 |
| 9th Gear | 0.661 |
| 10th Gear | 0.613 |
| Reverse | 4.307 |
| Final Drive | 3.307 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded (91 AKI / RON 95 required) |
| Tank Capacity | 21.14 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Fixed |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.94 in ventilated (1.26 in thick) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.19 in ventilated (0.79 in thick) |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20 in. (base) / 22 in. (F SPORT) |
| Wheels Rear | 20 in. (base) / 22 in. (F SPORT) |
| Tires Front | 265/55R20 (base) / 265/50R22 (F SPORT) |
| Tires Rear | 265/55R20 (base) / 265/50R22 (F SPORT) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 200.59 in |
| Width | 78.35 in |
| Height | 74.21 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Front Track | 66.02 in |
| Rear Track | 66.06 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.87 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 5,665 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.98 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.14 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.61 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 61.42 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.86 in |
| Hip Room Front | 59.65 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 58.86 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Lexus LX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 24, 2026 · SEATS
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Lexus LX vehicles. The front passenger seat may have insufficient clearance between the seat frame and the stopper that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: Incorrect detection of an occupant may result in improper air bag deployment during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front passenger seat frame assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed April 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated between September 17 - October 1, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB03 and 26LA03.
NHTSA campaign 26V180000
Nov 6, 2025 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra, Lexus LX, and 2024 Lexus GX vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an inspection on the #1 main bearing using vehicle inspection software and drive data, and if necessary, replace the engine. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 28, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB14 and 25TA14. Lexus' numbers for this recall are 25LB07 and 25LA07. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V381.
NHTSA campaign 25V767000
Oct 30, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
NHTSA campaign 25V744000
May 30, 2024 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tundra and Lexus LX600 vehicles equipped with a V35A engine. Debris from the manufacturing process may contaminate the engine and cause the main bearings to fail, which can result in an engine stall and loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed between December 17, 2024 and February 19, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB07/24TA07 and 24LB04/24LA04.
NHTSA campaign 24V381000
Feb 21, 2024 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, Lexus LX600, and 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. Unexpected vehicle movement may occur when the vehicle is in neutral and the brakes are not applied.
Consequence: Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TA02 and 24LA02.
NHTSA campaign 24V125000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2023 LEXUS LX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.