2026 Lexus LS: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2026 is that the Lexus LS lineup becomes a single, limited-run LS 500 AWD Heritage Edition for its final U.S. model year. Only 250 are planned, and this is a special-edition sendoff rather than a redesign.
About the 2026 Lexus LS
5th generation LS (2018-2026), final U.S. model year with a special Heritage Edition.
The LS is Lexus’s full-size flagship sedan for buyers who want a very quiet, comfort-first luxury car with strong power and understated style rather than a sharp-edged sport sedan. Lexus markets it around craftsmanship, technology, and long-distance comfort, with Japanese-inspired attention to detail and a polished cabin experience. Against rivals, the LS leans more toward smoothness, serenity, and hand-finished luxury than aggressive performance theater.
Lexus positions the LS 500 Heritage Edition as a comfort-focused tribute to the original LS, with one fixed package instead of several trims. It pairs a 416-hp twin-turbo V6 and AWD with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, 23-speaker Mark Levinson audio, a panoramic glass roof, heated rear seats, and automated parking assist.
What changed, by category
2026 Lexus LS specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Direct Shift |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 416 hp |
| Torque | 442 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 17 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.9 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Navigation System | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2026 Lexus LS?
The 2026 Lexus LS is offered only as the LS 500 AWD Heritage Edition, a 250-unit special edition for the sedan’s final U.S. model year. It replaces the previous multi-trim lineup with one fixed, heavily equipped package.
Was the Lexus LS redesigned for 2026?
No, the 2026 Lexus LS was not redesigned. It remains part of the fifth generation introduced for 2018, with the year’s changes centered on the limited Heritage Edition and a simplified one-model lineup.
Is the 2026 Lexus LS a hybrid?
No, the 2026 Lexus LS is not a hybrid. The LS 500h is dropped, leaving the Heritage Edition with a 416-hp twin-turbo 3.4-liter gasoline V6, a 10-speed automatic transmission, and AWD.
How is the 2026 Lexus LS different from the 2025 model?
The 2026 LS drops the F SPORT and LS 500h trims, while the LS 500 continues under the Heritage Edition name. The new fixed package adds commemorative cabin details and bundles features such as a panoramic glass roof, surround-view camera, premium audio, heated rear seats, and automated parking assist.
What equipment comes in the 2026 LS Heritage Edition?
The 2026 LS Heritage Edition includes a panoramic glass roof, Panoramic View Monitor, 23-speaker Mark Levinson audio, heated rear seats, Advanced Park, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the Lexus driver-assistance suite.