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2012 Lexus LS Hybrid MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Lexus LS Hybrid is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (19 city / 23 highway) on premium gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 50 midsize cars rated for 2012, it ranks 43rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,962 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 19 MPG city · 23 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,962 15,000 mi/yr · $19.75 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #43 of 50 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Lexus LS Hybrid's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway239.810.2
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 2012 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid95 MPGe + 50 MPG $888
  2. 2Nissan Leaf99 MPGe $918
  3. 3Toyota Prius48 MPG $969
  4. 4Toyota Camry Hybrid40 MPG $1,162
  5. 5Ford Fusion Hybrid38 MPG $1,224
  6. 43Lexus LS Hybrid20 MPG $2,962
  7. 50Ferrari FF13 MPG $4,558
2012 LS HybridOther midsize carsClass median: $1,980/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

LS Hybrid MPG across model years

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1 EPA-rated configuration

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
AWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · CVT
LS 600h L
Hybrid 19 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
5.0L 8-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
AWD
Passenger volume
102 cu ft
Cargo volume
10 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

2012 Lexus LS Hybrid vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Lexus LS Hybrid?

Up to 20 MPG combined (19 city / 23 highway).

What fuel does the 2012 Lexus LS Hybrid use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Lexus LS Hybrid?

The 2012 Lexus LS Hybrid's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Lexus LS Hybrid per year?

About $2,962 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $19.75 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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