Where there's room on price
51
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 45 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 6% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 Lexus Ls Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$48,965
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$39,304$71,408
- Typical market range
- $47,356–$57,305
- Typical asking price
- $48,965
- Original MSRP range
- $76,000–$79,600
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
2 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
45
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Lexus Ls.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$69,920–$72,960
Estimated dealer invoice — about $76,000 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $48,951 | $76,000 | $69,920–$72,960 |
| 500 F SPORT | $49,998 | $79,600 | $73,232–$76,416 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$46,499$64,276$82,052
Typical askingBase
$48,951
Base: typical asking price $48,951, original MSRP $76,000, estimated dealer cost $69,920 to $72,960.
500 F SPORT
$49,998
500 F SPORT: typical asking price $49,998, original MSRP $79,600, estimated dealer cost $73,232 to $76,416.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Lexus Ls runs about $49,276 in MT to $53,237 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $3,550 | $110+ | $52,625 |
| TX | $3,060 | $332 | $52,357 |
| FL | $2,938 | $1,074+ | $52,977 |
| NY | $1,959 | $371 | $51,295 |
| PA | $2,938 | $587 | $52,490 |
| IL | $3,060 | $683 | $52,708 |
| OH | $2,815 | $444 | $52,224 |
| GA | $3,428 | $637 | $53,030 |
| NC | $1,469 | $793 | $51,227 |
| WA | $3,183 | $215+ | $52,363 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $49,490 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2021 Lexus Ls.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Lexus LS500 and 2018-2020 Lexus LS500 Hybrid vehicles equipped with the "Executive Package." The front passenger seat may have been assembled with interference between internal parts that can cause the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor to incorrectly detect the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the front passenger seat, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 24LA03.
Campaign 24V275000 · 17/04/2024
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2021 Lexus Ls?
Used 2021 Lexus Ls listings ask about $48,965 at typical mileage, with most listings between $47,356 and $57,305. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2021 Lexus Ls cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $76,000, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $27,035 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Lexus Ls?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $49,276 in MT to $53,237 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Lexus Ls?
There are about 45 days of national market supply for the 2021 Lexus Ls — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Lexus Ls.
Is the listed price on a 2021 Lexus Ls fair?
Not always. 2021 Lexus Ls listings typically ask about $51,998, roughly 6% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $48,965. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Lexus Ls?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $69,920–$72,960 — its $76,000 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/31/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.