2013 Lexus LS: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

For 2013, the Lexus LS gets a major mid-cycle refresh, its most substantial update since the fourth generation arrived. The overhaul modernizes the car inside and out without replacing the underlying generation.

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About the 2013 Lexus LS

4th generation LS (2007-2017), major 2013 refresh year

Lexus positions the LS as its definitive flagship luxury sedan: quiet, carefully crafted, V8-powered, and built for long-distance comfort more than flashy drama. The model’s core appeal is smooth performance, a hushed cabin, intuitive technology, and meticulous fit and finish. Compared with European rivals that lean harder into sportiness, the LS is the comfort-first choice for buyers who want traditional luxury, rear-seat space, and Lexus’ reputation for quality and durability.

The LS 460 is the standard-wheelbase V8 flagship, with leather, parking sensors, and a 12.3-inch navigation display. The LS 460 L stretches the body for more rear-seat room and adds comfort-focused features such as Climate Concierge and a power rear sunshade. The LS 600h L tops the range with a 438-hp V8 hybrid system, AWD, air suspension, and a 19-speaker Mark Levinson audio system.

What changed, by category

Styling

The LS gets Lexus' spindle grille, reshaped front and rear bodywork, updated lighting details, and a redesigned cabin. The previous Sport Special Edition leaves the lineup, and the first LS F SPORT arrives.

Powertrain

Output for the rear-wheel-drive LS 460 and LS 460 L rises from 380 to 386 hp.

Safety

Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert joins the LS safety offerings, and the advanced pre-collision system is updated.

Tech

A 12.3-inch navigation display and newer console-mounted Remote Touch controller become standard across the range, along with Drive Mode Select. Parking sensors become standard on the LS 460, front-seat heating and cooling respond more quickly, and the LS 460 L's heated steering wheel moves from standard to optional equipment.

Structural

A stiffer body, retuned shocks, and revised steering and brake feel improve control and ride comfort. Added sound insulation makes the cabin quieter.

2013 Lexus LS specs and features by trim

Feature	2013 Lexus LSLS 4605 in stock	2013 Lexus LSLS 460 L0 in stock	2013 Lexus LSLS 600h L0 in stock
Engine	V8, 4.6 Liter	V8, 4.6 Liter	V8, Hybrid, 5.0 Liter
Transmission	Auto, 8-Spd w/SM	Auto, 8-Spd w/SM	Automatic, CVT w/Sequential Mode
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	AWD
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Hybrid
MPG City	16 mpg	16 mpg	19 mpg
MPG Highway	24 mpg	24 mpg	23 mpg
Horsepower	386 hp	386 hp	438 hp
Torque	367 lb-ft	367 lb-ft	385 lb-ft
Trunk/Cargo	18 cu-ft	18 cu-ft	10.1 cu-ft
Rear Legroom	35.8 in	36.7 in
Seats	5	5	5
Doors	4	4	4
Safety & Security
Alarm System
Automatic Emergency Braking
Automatic High Beams
Blindspot Sensors
Driver Attention Assist Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Park Assist
Rear View Camera
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
HID Headlights
Heated Windshield
LED Headlights
Power Moonroof
Power Close Liftgate/Trunk
Entertainment & Electronics
Front DVD Entertainment System
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Smartphone Interface
Comfort & Convenience
4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning
Aluminum Interior Trim
Cooled Seats
Cooled Rear Seats
Dual Power Rear Seats
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Executive Rear Seating
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Seats
Massage Rear Seat
Memory Rear Seats
Proximity Keyless Entry
Push-Button Engine Start
Rear Window Shades
Reclining Rear Seats
Refrigerator/Cooler

How the 2014 Lexus LS compares

The main change for the 2014 Lexus LS is Siri Eyes Free compatibility for the multimedia system. Otherwise, this is a quiet carryover year following the LS's substantial 2013 update.

See the full 2014 changes

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 Lexus LS a new generation?

No. The 2013 Lexus LS is a major mid-cycle refresh of the fourth-generation model, not a full redesign. It receives extensive styling, cabin, technology, and chassis updates while keeping the same basic generation introduced for 2007.

What changed on the 2013 Lexus LS compared with the 2012 model?

The 2013 Lexus LS adds a bolder spindle-grille design, a redesigned cabin, a stiffer body, revised ride and steering tuning, more safety technology, and a standard 12.3-inch navigation display. Lexus also introduces the first LS F SPORT.

Did the 2013 Lexus LS 460 gain horsepower?

Yes. The rear-wheel-drive 2013 LS 460 and LS 460 L rise from 380 to 386 hp. AWD versions are rated at 360 hp, while the LS 600h L hybrid remains at 438 hp.

Is navigation standard on the 2013 Lexus LS?

Yes. Every 2013 Lexus LS has a standard 12.3-inch navigation display and the newer Remote Touch console controller. On the LS 460 and LS 460 L, navigation had been optional for 2012.

Did the Lexus LS F SPORT debut for 2013?

Yes. The first Lexus LS F SPORT joins the lineup for 2013 as part of the model's major mid-cycle update. It replaces the prior year's limited Sport Special Edition in the performance-focused role, but it is not presented as a simple trim rename.