Quick answer
For the same model year, dealers ask 39 points more than private sellers.
Lexus HS price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Spread | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | — | 19 |
ROWS 1·SOURCE Live classified listings
Dealer or private seller
On the Lexus HS the dealer markup works out at 39% over a private sale of the same year.
| Seller | Listings | vs median year | Average asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dealer | 28 | +16.7% | $9,227 |
| Private seller | 19 | -22.3% | $6,026 |
ROWS 2·SOURCE Live listings, normalized per model year
How fast price falls with mileage
Measured on the 2010 HS, the model year with the most listings, so age does not mix in.
| Mileage | Price drop | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 125–150k miles | baseline | 10 |
ROWS 1·SOURCE Live listings, 2010 model year only
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Lexus HS cost?
The median asking price is $7,900 across 51 live listings. To price one car by its year and mileage, use the Lexus HS valuation tool.
Is it cheaper to buy a HS from a private seller?
Yes. Against the median for the same model year, dealers ask 16.7% above and private sellers 22.3% below, a gap of about $3,313 on a 2010 at $8,495.
Asking prices from live classified listings, normalized against the median for each model year. Slices below a minimum listing count are omitted. Asking prices exceed transaction prices (how we count). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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