1997 · Midsize Car · Gas
1997 Lexus LS MPG & fuel economy
The 1997 Lexus LS is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway) on premium gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1996 model. Among 39 midsize cars rated for 1997, it ranks 25th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,118 a year to fuel.
What will it cost you?
Your mileage and prices are saved and used across the site.
Fuel average
The 1997 Lexus LS's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 17 | 7.2 | 13.8 |
| Highway | 23 | 9.8 | 10.2 |
| Combined | 19 | 8.1 | 12.4 |
How it ranks among 1997 Midsize Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
LS MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 4.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic LS 400 |
Gas | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $3,118 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Premium gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 4.0L 8-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Passenger volume
- 102 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 14 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 468 g/mi
1997 Lexus LS vs. rivals
Compare the 1997 LS
With any other car from any year, including other LS model years. Type a year to jump, e.g. "2015 Accord".
Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1997 Lexus LS?
Up to 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway).
What fuel does the 1997 Lexus LS use?
Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1997 Lexus LS?
The 1997 Lexus LS's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1997 Lexus LS per year?
About $3,118 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $20.79 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.