Predicted Resale Value After 5 Years of Ownership: 33.0%
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When the life story of the Lexus LS gets told, the tale will cast well-deserved light on one of the most worthy full-size flagship luxury sedans that ever helmed an automaker’s lineup. Strong, steady, reliable, and often luscious, the big Lexus LS always stood its ground against the best that the German luxury automakers could deliver at a lower price. Such historic dignity gets rewarded this year when the 2021 Lexus LS takes home the KBB Best Resale Value Award for Luxury Cars.
And do you know one of the biggest factors that earns a vehicle a KBB BRVA? Fans. The Lexus LS knows how to attract a second generation of owners willing to pay for the pleasure of owning a superb luxury car. It’s an affordable luxury power statement.
While you can get a hybrid version (the LS 500h), the resale-value story really resides in the gasoline-powered LS 500. First, there are the Lexus givens: reliability and quality. Then, we get into LS-specific territory. It has an achingly detailed, gorgeous, roomy leather-meets-high-tech interior that’s nicer than your home (and we don’t care where you live). And it has road manners from heaven.
A 416-horsepower turbocharged V6 engine matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission keeps the LS 500 going. And just when you don’t think you could feel any better, the LS 500 — starting at $76,000 — offers enhancements like an air suspension, massaging seats, a 23-speaker Mark Levinson audio system, and 4-zone climate control.
Whatever extra pleasures you do endow your Lexus LS with, rest assured: A load of fans are waiting to take it off your hands when the time comes to sell.
More 2021 Lexus LS
Build and price your own 2021 Lexus LS to see this week’s Fair Purchase Price, 5-Year Cost to Own, and more, or check out the LS models for sale today at dealers near you.
You can also see more luxury sedans or check out the full list of this year’s Best Resale Value Awards winners.
2nd Place: 2021 Lexus LC
Predicted resale value after 5 years of ownership: 30.0% of original sticker price
The LC is the high-end Lexus sports coupe and new-this-year convertible. This Lexus makes strong styling choices and enjoys an even stronger reputation as a reliable luxury value over time. Learn more about the Lexus LC or find one for sale near you.
3rd Place: 2021 Audi A7
Predicted resale value after 5 years of ownership: 28.0% of original sticker price
Luxury, style, and technology come cleanly together in the 2021 Audi A7. This ensures strong resale value in a class that usually comes up short in that area. Learn more about the A7 or find one for sale near you.
