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2008 Lexus LS MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Lexus LS is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway) on premium gasoline. That's down 1 MPG from the 2007 model. Among 47 midsize cars rated for 2008, it ranks 38th 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.

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Combined 19 MPG 16 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,118 15,000 mi/yr · $20.79 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #38 of 47 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Lexus LS's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway2410.29.8
Combined198.112.4

How it ranks among 2008 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius46 MPG $1,011
  2. 2Toyota Camry Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  3. 3Nissan Altima Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  4. 4Nissan Versa29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Nissan Sentra28 MPG $1,661
  6. 38Lexus LS19 MPG $3,118
  7. 47Bentley Continental Flying Spur12 MPG $4,938
2008 LSOther midsize carsClass median: $2,214/yr

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

LS MPG across model years

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1 EPA-rated configuration

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic
LS 460		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
4.6L 8-cyl
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
103 cu ft
Cargo volume
13 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
468 g/mi

2008 Lexus LS vs. rivals

vs Acura RL 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Same fuel cost vs Volvo S80 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Same fuel cost vs Infiniti G35 20 MPG · $2,962/yr G35 saves $156/yr vs Jaguar S-type 20 MPG · $2,962/yr S-type saves $156/yr vs BMW 5 Series 21 MPG · $2,821/yr 5 Series saves $297/yr vs Cadillac STS-V 15 MPG · $3,950/yr LS saves $832/yr vs Audi S8 15 MPG · $3,950/yr LS saves $832/yr vs Lexus LS Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,821/yr LS Hybrid saves $297/yr vs Bentley Continental Flying Spur 12 MPG · $4,938/yr LS saves $1,819/yr vs Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 12 MPG · $4,938/yr LS saves $1,819/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2008 Lexus LS Hybrid (21 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Lexus LS?

Up to 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway).

What fuel does the 2008 Lexus LS use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Lexus LS?

The 2008 Lexus LS's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 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.

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