Is a used Lexus expensive to maintain?
There are plenty of reasons to buy within the luxury segment, but is it affordable? At Autos of Dallas, we’re here to tell you that yes, it is possible to purchase a luxury model at an affordable price. While the initial cost is something that definitely draws attention, drivers should also be thinking about the expenses that occur once maintenance is needed. Lexus is a reliable brand, but is a used Lexus model expensive to maintain? Read on for more information.
Preventative Lexus maintenance
Overall, Lexus is known as one of the luxury segments’ more reliable vehicles (from the engine to the exterior). That said, the brand should still be maintained regularly to keep it in excellent condition and prevent major damage. The following are ways to keep your Lexus in top-notch condition:
Get regular oil changes and tire rotations
Check battery and keep the contacts clean
Replace cabin and air filters
Get spark plugs checked
In addition to all of these, make sure you keep your vehicle clean, as the elements of the road can cause the vehicle more wear and tear.
Average cost to repair a Lexus
Surprisingly, many vehicles cost more to own within the first five years, due to preventative necessities. Lexus models follow that trend, and the true cost to own will deplete as the years go by. That said, in terms of luxury vehicles, Lexus sits in the middle of the road in terms of cost to repair/maintain. The following are examples of where some used Lexus models fall in the grand scheme of maintenance costs over the first five years (according to www.consumerreports.org):
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Considering that some of Lexus’s luxury counterparts can cost an around 20,000 to maintain, we’re feeling like Lexus isn’t terribly expensive in terms of maintenance.
