Is Lexus Maintenance Expensive?

Worried about committing to a new Lexus because of the cost of luxury car maintenance? There’s no need to worry. Compared to other luxury vehicles, Lexus maintenance cost has been one of the lowest. So, is Lexus maintenance expensive? The service team at Lexus of Cherry Hill near Voorhees can help you answer that with our helpful online guide. Read on to learn more about the Lexus maintenance cost.

Lexus Maintenance Cost Rankings

Some of the best answers we can give you come from the auto industry experts in Moorestown. Here’s what the respected experts have to say about Lexus maintenance costs:

KELLEY BLUE BOOK

The Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Best Brand category named Lexus the winner in both 2014 and in 2019. This ranking is calculated with factors like projected resale values, insurance and state fees, fuel cost estimates, maintenance and repairs. They had this to say about Lexus maintenance:

• “Lexus has an established record of offering vehicles that are desirable both new and used while delivering quality, reliability and low-cost operation across the board.”

CONSUMER REPORTS

In 2017, Consumer Reports conducted a study on the cost of car ownership over time. Lexus was ranked #12 out of 32 brands from the most to least expensive. Lexus won over other luxury brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Jaguar, Volvo, Mini, Porsche, and Acura.

• The average maintenance cost for a 2007 model year Lexus in its 10th year was estimated at $590.
• Conversely, BMW, the most expensive brand on the list, was estimated at $1,125 in maintenance costs during its 10th year.

YOURMECHANIC

A 2016 study done by YourMechanic, and features by Popular Mechanics, ranked Lexus #28 out of the 30 most expensive brands to maintain, beating out luxury marques including BMW, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Jaguar, Volvo, Mini, Porsche, Acura, Land Rover, and Buick. The models that won over Lexus were Toyota and Scion models of the Toyota Motor Corporation. However, Toyota and Scion are the Lexus brand sister brands.

• Lexus models were estimated to have $7,000 of total maintenance over 10 years, compared to BMW at $17,800 total maintenance over 10 years.

What Lexus Maintenance Is Covered Under Warranty?

Lexus maintenance in Philadelphia is simple. And if you’re still under the Lexus new vehicle warranty, you’ll want to schedule service at each recommended service interval for covered services. This will also help you prevent more expensive repairs later on. Here’s what this coverage includes:

Lexus New Vehicle Warranty Coverage

• Complimentary maintenance for the first and second scheduled maintenance visits (at 6 months/5,000 miles and 12 months/10,000 miles)
• 12 months/12,000 miles Wheel Alignment and Balancing
• 12 months/unlimited miles Lexus Service Part Warranty*
• 48 months/50,000 miles Basic New Vehicle Warranty
• 72 months/70,000 miles Powertrain Warranty
• 72 months/unlimited miles Lexus Corrosion Perforation Warranty**
• 8 years/100,000 miles Hybrid Warranty (10 years/150,000 miles for 2020 and newer hybrid models)

Want to learn more about this coverage or explore extended coverage options? Contact our service team and we’ll be more than happy to help you find the coverage you need.

Schedule a Service Appointment at Lexus of Cherry Hill

Overall, the Lexus maintenance cost depends on a number of factors. To get more specific information about all sorts of questions, from, “how often you should change your oil” to, “what do tire numbers mean,” contact our team! If you’re planning to come in for a service appointment, check out our service specials to help you save on the services your Lexus needs.