2012 Lexus LS Base

VIN JTHCL5EF3C5012597
Typical market price
$15,862
14 comparable listings

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Last listed by Willis Automotive

Clive, IA 50325

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Market price range

Based on 14 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of September 14, 2026
Below market
$12,292
Typical price
$15,862
Above market
$18,823
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Price history for this VIN

Apr 20, 2021 · $16,990 Apr 21, 2021 · $16,990

Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN JTHCL5EF3C5012597, spanning 1 day.

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Former listings

Dealer Location Price Mileage Listed Seen
Willis Automotive Clive, IA 50325 $16,990 114,776 mi 2021-04-21 1903 d ago
Willis Lexus West Des Moines, IA 50325 $18,389 114,776 mi 2021-04-21 1945 d ago
Willis Automotive Des Moines, IA 50325 $16,990 114,776 mi 2021-04-20 1972 d ago

Decoded from the VIN

NHTSA build data for JTHCL5EF3C5012597
Trim
Base
Engine
Horsepower
385
Drivetrain
AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Body
Sedan/Saloon
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2012
Made by
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION

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  • Backup camera
  • Blind-spot monitor
  • Lane departure
  • ABS
  • Electronic stability

Fuel economy (EPA)

Combined
19
MPG
City
16
MPG
Highway
24
MPG
$2,450 /yr est. fuel

Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.

5-year cost to own

Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Lexus LS likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.

Fuel $12,250
Insurance $4,038
Maintenance & repairs $8,050
Total, 5 years $24,338

Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.

Model-level data for the 2012 Lexus LS from EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 5, 2026.

How it compares to rivals

Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car
Model Median price For sale nearby vs this car
2012 Lexus LS Base (this car) $15,862 14
2012 Toyota Camry $9,678 10 −$6,184
2014 Chevrolet Malibu $8,972 9 −$6,890
2014 Chevrolet Cruze $7,974 8 −$7,888
2011 Chevrolet Impala $6,995 6 −$8,867
2011 Honda Civic $8,772 6 −$7,090

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