Where are Lexus LS 500 made?
The Lexus LS 500 is produced in Japan, at the Tahara Plant in Aichi Prefecture, with shipments to markets worldwide; there is no current U.S.-based assembly for this model.
Overview of the LS 500's production
The LS 500 is the non-hybrid, V6-powered flagship sedan in Lexus’s LS lineup, introduced in 2017 as part of the fifth generation. Its production has been centered at a single Japanese facility, and the cars are built for global distribution, including North America. This mirrors Lexus’s historical approach to the LS family, which has relied on Japanese production for consistency in quality and supply.
Primary production site
Below is the main manufacturing location associated with the LS 500.
- Tahara Plant, Aichi Prefecture, Japan — the principal assembly site for the LS 500 and other LS variants, serving global markets.
In practice, LS 500 units are produced at this facility before being shipped to dealers worldwide, including those in North America.
What this means for buyers and markets
Because production is concentrated at a single site in Japan, regional options, color choices, and trim levels reflect market demand as curated by Lexus. If you are shopping for a particular configuration, verify the build details on the vehicle’s VIN and consult the dealer for current availability and lead times.
Summary
The Lexus LS 500 is manufactured in Japan at the Tahara Plant in Aichi Prefecture, and current public production information does not indicate U.S.-based assembly for this model. The Tahara facility handles global LS 500 production, supporting deliveries to markets around the world.
Is the Lexus LS made in Japan?
Since the start of production, each generation of the Lexus LS has been manufactured in the Japanese city of Tahara, Aichi. The name "LS" stands for "Luxury Sedan", although some Lexus importers have preferred to define it as "Luxury Saloon".
Which Lexus models are still made in Japan?
Only Answer
| Plants | 2025 Models |
|---|---|
| Tahara, Japan | LS, LS HYBRID, IS, GX, RC, RC F, NX, NX Hybrid |
| Kyushu, Japan | ES, ES HYBRID, RX, RX PHEV, NX, NX Hybrid, UX Hybrid, NX PHEV |
| Toyosya Yoshiwara (Japan) | LX, LX Hybrid |
| TMMI - Indiana | TX, TX Hybrid, TX PHEV |
Where is the Lexus LS 500 manufactured?
The Lexus LS 500 is manufactured in Tahara, Japan, at the Toyota Tahara Plant, which is one of the main plants for the LS model.
- Tahara Plant, Japan: This is the primary manufacturing location for the Lexus LS.
- Other plants: Other Lexus models are built in different locations, such as the Toyota Motomachi Plant in Japan for the LC, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada for the RX, and Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky for the ES.
Which Lexus models are made in the USA?
Lexus models made in the USA include the Lexus ES (Kentucky) and the Lexus TX (Indiana). These vehicles are assembled at different Toyota manufacturing plants within the United States.
- Lexus ES: Built in Georgetown, Kentucky, at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK).
- Lexus TX: Assembled in Princeton, Indiana, at a plant that also produces the Grand Highlander.
