Most Reliable Lexus Models To Buy Used (6 To Stay Away From)

A new update to a used-car reliability guide highlights which Lexus models are most dependable—and which ones to avoid—based on reliability records, mechanical concerns, and used-market appeal. The article stresses Lexus’s reputation for long-lasting vehicles, but notes exceptions. Among the “12 Reliable” picks, it spotlights the 2015 Lexus GS 350, citing a naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6 producing 306 horsepower with an eight-speed automatic, along with reliability ratings referenced from Consumer Reports and J.D. Power. The “11 Stay Away From” list includes the 2010 Lexus HS 250h, flagged for recall-related fuel leakage after crash testing and additional issues such as brake-related recalls.