2020 Lexus LS AWD vs RWD: is AWD worth it?

500 AWD vs 500 RWD

AWD adds $3,220. Costs $159 more a year in fuel.

$4,174more over 6 years

Blue: 500 RWD. Orange: 500 AWD.

Every AWD and RWD pair

2020 Lexus LS AWD vs RWD: every pair
Pair	MSRP	Price step	Rating	Energy a year	Extra over 6 years	Weight gain
500 RWD 500 AWD	$75,450 $78,670	$3,220	23 mpg 21 mpg	$1,670 $1,829	$4,174	N/A
Hybrid 500h RWD Hybrid 500h AWD	$80,010 $83,230	$3,220	28 mpg 26 mpg	$1,371 $1,477	$3,853	N/A
500 F Sport RWD 500 F Sport AWD	$81,450 $84,670	$3,220	23 mpg 21 mpg	$1,670 $1,829	$4,174	N/A
500 Inspiration Series RWD 500 Inspiration Series AWD	$97,665 $100,865	$3,200	23 mpg 21 mpg	$1,670 $1,829	$4,154	N/A

Resale, traction and insurance are not included.

Your own mpg will differ.