Lexus VIN Decoder, Build Sheet & Options Lookup
Your 17 character Lexus VIN can help you confirm the original specs and factory equipment your vehicle came with. That includes the model year, engine, trim level, drivetrain, transmission, and where the vehicle was built.
Use the Lexus VIN decoder below to check the basic vehicle details, then use the build sheet and option lookup tools to see factory installed packages, paint codes, interior trim, F SPORT options, Mark Levinson audio, hybrid equipment, and other original Lexus features.
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Lexus factory option and package codes Expand
Lexus option and package codes appear as 2-letter codes on window stickers, dealer build sheets, and order confirmations. These are sourced from official Lexus reference guides and verified forum documentation. Applicability varies by model and year.
- AN Air Suspension with 19" all-season tyres (LS460L)
- AP Advanced Park System / Advanced Parking Guidance (LS460)
- AS Power Active Stabiliser (air suspension with VGRS) (GS460, LS600hL)
- AV Power Active Vehicle Stabiliser with run-flat all-season tyres (GS450h)
- BE Rear Seat Side Airbags (ES350)
- BF Blind Spot Monitor Package (Multiple)
- CI Climate Control Seat (heated & ventilated) (LX570)
- CL Adaptive Cruise Control (RX400h, RX350)
- CP Comfort Package (LS460)
- CS Adaptive Variable Suspension (GS350)
- DC Bluetooth Audio (ES350)
- DR Roof Rail with Cross Bars (RX350)
- EY Rear Seat Entertainment System (RX400h, RX350)
- FB Liquid Graphite finish with run-flat summer tyres (SC430)
- FG Liquid Graphite finish with run-flat all-season tyres (SC430)
- FK F Sport Package (sport suspension, 18" wheels, summer tyres) (IS250/350)
- FL All-season run-flat tyres (GS460-350)
- FR Summer tyres with 18" wheels (without spare) (GS460)
- FS Full-size spare tyre (ES350)
- FT 18" alloy wheels with summer tyres (IS250-350, RX350)
- FV Run-flat all-season tyres (SC430)
- FW Summer tyres with 18" wheels (with spare) (GS350)
- FX F Sport Handling Package (RX, NX)
- FP F Sport Performance Package (RX500h)
- HA Premium Package (LS600hL) (LS600hL)
- HB Premium Package II with Advanced Pre-Collision System (LS600hL)
- HC Executive Class Seating Package II with Advanced Pre-Collision (LS600hL)
- HD Premium Luxury Package II (LS600hL)
- HE Executive Class Seating Package II (LS600hL)
- HH Heated & ventilated front seats / two-level heated front seats (ES350, RX350)
- HL High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with AFS (ES350, IS250-350, RX350)
- HN Power Rear Sunshade (ES350)
- HS Heated front seats (two-level) (RX350)
- HW Headlamp Washers with cleaner (IS F, IS250-350)
- KS Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) (GX470)
- LA Leather Package (RX350)
- LD Premium Luxury Plus Package (17" AWD) (IS250 AWD)
- LL Premium Luxury Plus Package (17" RWD) (IS250-350)
- LP Leather/Power Seat Package (black/white with contrasting stitching) (IS F)
- LR Luxury Package (LX570, LS460L)
- LS Luxury Package with Pre-Crash (LX570)
- LT Premium Luxury Plus Package (18" RWD) (IS250-350)
- LU Luxury Package (Rear Seat Upgrade) (LS460L)
- MH Mark Levinson Audio / DVD Changer with HDD (LS460L)
- ML Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package (14-speaker) (IS250-350, GS450h, LX570, RX400h)
- MV Mark Levinson Audio / Navigation System (GS460-350)
- MZ Lexus Link (digital connectivity) (GS460-350, GX470, LS460, LX570)
- NA Navigation System with Bluetooth, DVD Changer, HDD & Satellite Radio (LS460)
- NL Navigation System / Mark Levinson Audio Package (GX470)
- NP Navigation System with Backup Camera & Mark Levinson 14-speaker audio (IS F)
- NV Navigation System with rear camera (base audio) (ES350, GS460-350, IS250-350, RX350)
- OS Delete Sunroof option (IS F)
- PA Intuitive Park Assist / Park Assist / Clearance & Back Sonar (ES350, IS250-350, LS460, LX570)
- PI Advanced Parking Guidance System (LS460L)
- PM Premium Package (leather power seats) (ES350, RX350, RX400h)
- PP Auto Power Door Close & Auto Power Trunk (LS460)
- PS Lexus Pre-Collision System (PCS) & Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (ES350, GS460-350, IS250-350, LS460)
- PT Premium Plus Package (heated seats, wood trim, leather) (ES350, IS250-350, RX350)
- PW Pre-Crash Safety System (LX570)
- RF Rear Spoiler (GS460-350, GS450h, SC430)
- RI Rear Seat Entertainment System (RSES) (GX470)
- RS Rain-Sensing Wipers / Rear Seat Entertainment Audio (GS460-350, RX350)
- RU Comfort Plus Package (LS460)
- SE Special Edition (Neiman Marcus / Launch / Pebble Beach Edition) (IS F, SC430)
- SF Pebble Beach Edition with run-flat all-season tyres (SC430)
- SM Performance Luxury Package (18" wheels, sport suspension, memory seats) (IS250-350)
- SP Sport Package (GX470)
- SR Moonroof / Sunroof Package (IS250-350)
- SS Sunshade Package (RX350)
- ST Performance Luxury Plus Package (all options inc. heated seats) (IS250-350)
- TB Towing Hitch Bracket (port-installed) (RX350)
- TH Third-Row Seat / Rear Air Conditioning Package (GX470)
- TO Hitch Bracket / Towing Prep Package (GX470)
- TP Touring Package with Summer Tyres (GS460-350)
- UL Ultra Luxury Package (LS600hL)
- VN Navigation System / Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package (IS250-350)
- VO Large Sunroof Package (panoramic) (ES350)
- VP Performance Package (19" wheels, adaptive suspension) (ES350)
- VS Ventilated Seats (GS350)
- WO Clearance Sonar (front parking sensors) (GS460-350, IS F)
- WU Wood & Leather Steering Wheel / Wood Steering Wheel (GS350, IS250-350)
- XE X Package with Sunroof (IS250-350)
- XF X Package without Sunroof (IS250-350)
Lexus engine codes and powertrain designations Expand
Lexus engines are Toyota Motor Corporation units shared across Lexus and Toyota platforms. Engine codes follow the Toyota naming convention: number + cylinder family letter + injection/technology suffix. The Dynamic Force Engine series (A/M/T prefix) is the modern generation from 2017 onward.
- 1UZ-FE 4.0L V8 naturally aspirated – first Lexus V8 (LS400, SC400) (1989–2004)
- 2UZ-FE 4.7L V8 naturally aspirated (GX470, LX470, LX570 early) (1998–2012)
- 3UZ-FE 4.3L V8 naturally aspirated (LS430, SC430) (2000–2013)
- 1UR-FSE 4.6L V8 D-4S direct injection (LS460, IS-F era) (2006–2017)
- 2UR-GSE 5.0L V8 high-performance (IS F, GS F, RC F, LC 500) (2007–present)
- 3UR-FE 5.7L V8 naturally aspirated (LX570) (2007–2021)
- 3UR-FBE 5.7L V8 with ethanol flex-fuel capability (Select markets)
- 1MZ-FE 3.0L V6 naturally aspirated (ES300, RX300) (1994–2006)
- 3MZ-FE 3.3L V6 naturally aspirated (ES330, RX330) (2003–2006)
- 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 port injection (ES350, RX350) (2006–present)
- 2GR-FSE 3.5L V6 D-4S direct injection (IS350, GS350, RC350) (2006–2020)
- 2GR-FKS 3.5L V6 D-4S with VVT-iW (GS350, RX350 2016+) (2016–present)
- 2GR-FXE 3.5L V6 Atkinson cycle hybrid (RX450h, GS450h) (2009–2020)
- 2GR-FXS 3.5L V6 hybrid D-4S (RX450h 2016+, GS450h) (2015–present)
- 4GR-FSE 2.5L V6 D-4S (IS250, IS250 AWD) (2005–2015)
- 8GR-FKS 3.5L V6 D-4S longitudinal (LS350 – select markets) (2017+)
- 8GR-FXS 3.5L V6 hybrid (LS500h) (2017–present)
- V35A-FTS 3.5L V6 twin-turbo (LS500, LC500h twin-motor) (2017–present)
- 8AR-FTS 2.0L inline-4 turbo D-4ST (NX200t, GS200t, RC200t) (2014–2021)
- 2AR-FE 2.5L inline-4 naturally aspirated (HS250h, CT200h adjacent) (2008–2018)
- 2AR-FXE 2.5L inline-4 Atkinson cycle hybrid (NX300h) (2015–2021)
- 2ZR-FXE 1.8L inline-4 Atkinson cycle hybrid (CT200h) (2010–2022)
- A25A-FKS 2.5L inline-4 D-4S Dynamic Force (ES250, NX250) (2017–present)
- A25A-FXS 2.5L inline-4 hybrid Atkinson Dynamic Force (NX350h, RX350h, ES300h) (2017–present)
- T24A-FTS 2.4L inline-4 turbo D-4ST Dynamic Force (NX350, RX350, TX350) (2021–present)
- T24A-FXS 2.4L inline-4 turbo hybrid (NX450h+, RX450h+, TX550h+) (2021–present)
- M20A-FXS 2.0L inline-4 hybrid Dynamic Force (UX250h) (2019–present)
- F33A-FTV 3.3L V6 twin-turbo (LX600) (2022–present)
- 2JZ-GTE 3.0L inline-6 twin-turbo (IS 300 / Aristo – heritage) (1991–2005)
- 3S-GE 2.0L inline-4 naturally aspirated (early IS200 – heritage) (1999–2005)
- 4JM Lexus Hybrid Drive motor-generator designation (RX450h) (Various)
- 6JM Updated Lexus Hybrid Drive motor-generator unit (RX450h 2016)
- BEV Motor Electric motor powertrain (RZ450e / RZ300e) (2022–present)
- MULTI-STAGE HV Multi-Stage Hybrid System (LC500h) (2016–present)
- PHEV Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle powertrain (NX450h+, RX450h+) (2021–present)
- D-4S Dual injection system (port + direct) technology designation (Various)
Lexus transmission, drivetrain and suspension codes Expand
- 5AT 5-speed automatic transmission (GX470, SC430, RX330 era) (Pre-2007)
- 6AT 6-speed automatic transmission (IS250 manual-equiv era) (2005–2013)
- 6MT 6-speed manual gearbox (IS250/350 manual option) (2006–2013)
- 8AT 8-speed automatic transmission (LS460, GS, IS, RC, LC) (2007–present)
- 10AT 10-speed automatic transmission (LC500) (2016–present)
- CVT-E Electronically controlled CVT (Lexus Hybrid Drive – RX400h) (2005–2009)
- e-CVT Electric continuously variable transmission (hybrid models) (2017–present)
- AWD All-wheel drive layout (Various)
- FWD Front-wheel drive layout (ES, UX, CT) (Various)
- RWD Rear-wheel drive layout (IS, GS, LS, RC, LC, GS F) (Various)
- E-Four Lexus electric four-wheel drive (rear electric motor, hybrid models) (NX350h, RX350h, UX250h)
- Torsen LSD Torsen limited-slip rear differential (IS F, GS F)
- TVD Torque Vectoring Differential (RC F Performance variant) (RC F)
- VGRS Variable Gear Ratio Steering system (LS460L, GS)
- EPS Electric Power Steering (Multiple)
- 4WD Part-time 4-wheel drive (GX, LX early) (GX, LX)
- CRAWL Crawl Control off-road speed system (GX, LX)
- KDSS Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (active sway bars) (GX470, GX460)
- AHC Active Height Control suspension (LX600, GX)
- ACS Active Cornering Assist (braking-based) (NX, RX)
- DRS Drive Mode Select system (Multiple)
- AVS Adaptive Variable Suspension (electronically controlled dampers) (GS, IS, LS, LC)
Lexus paint codes and exterior colours Expand
Lexus paint codes are 3-character numeric/alphanumeric codes found on the vehicle's certification label (B-pillar sticker), following the format C/TR. They are shared with the Toyota paint system. Availability varies by model and year.
- 062 Crystal White – solid white
- 070 Blizzard Pearl – pearl white
- 077 Starfire Pearl – premium pearl white
- 083 Ultra White – F Sport exclusive solid white
- 085 Eminent White Pearl – premium pearl white
- 074 Glacier Frost Mica – silver-white mica
- 1C0 Millennium Silver Metallic
- 1D4 Titanium Metallic
- 1E0 Flint Mica – silver-grey mica
- 1F2 Mercury Metallic
- 1F7 Classic Silver Metallic
- 1G0 Smoky Granite Mica
- 1G1 Tungsten Pearl
- 1G5 Opaline Pearl
- 1G8 Twilight Gray Metallic
- 1H9 Nebula Gray Pearl – mid-grey pearl
- 1J7 Atomic Silver – metallic silver (LS, GX, LC, RC)
- 1J9 Celestial Silver – metallic (TX)
- 1K2 Manganese Luster Metallic – dark silver (LS, LX)
- 1L1 Cloudburst Gray – metallic grey (ES, IS, NX, RX)
- 1L2 Iridium – metallic dark silver (ES, LS, RX)
- 1L3 Silver Illusion – metallic (LS)
- 1L8 Incognito – dark metallic (GX, IS, RC)
- 202 Black Onyx – solid black (GX, LX, RZ)
- 212 Obsidian – solid gloss black
- 214 Black Opal Mica
- 223 Caviar – dark metallic/mica black (most models)
- 3P6 Twilight Amethyst Pearl
- 303 Salsa Red Pearl
- 3R1 Matador Red Mica – red metallic (ES, IS, LS, RX)
- 3R4 Moon Shell Mica – rose-pink mica
- 3R5 Royal Ruby Metallic
- 3R7 Noble Spinel Mica – dark red mica
- 3T2 Redline – red (NX, UX)
- 3T5 Infrared – vibrant red (IS, LC, RC)
- 4R4 Savannah Metallic – bronze-gold
- 4S6 Brandy Wine Mica
- 4T0 Amber Pearl
- 4T1 Golden Almond Metallic
- 4T2 Tigereye Mica
- 4T5 Truffle Mica – brown
- 4X8 Moonbeam Beige Metallic
- 4Y1 Cadmium Orange – vivid orange (IS, NX F Sport)
- 4Y5 Copper Crest – metallic copper
- 4Z1 Earth – warm brown (GX, TX)
- 5C1 Sonic Quartz – pearlescent white (RX, GX)
- 5D4 Sonic Silver – metallic silver
- 5C8 Sonic Chrome – metallic silver (NX, IS)
- 5C9 Sonic Iridium – dark metallic silver
- 6T1 Bamboo Pearl – light green-grey pearl
- 6U3 Desert Sage Metallic
- 6V0 Verdigris Mica – sage green
- 6X0 Sunlit Green – green (GX, RZ)
- 6X4 Nori Green Pearl – dark green pearl
- 778 Aquamarine Pearl
- 8R6 Breakwater Blue Metallic
- 8S6 Nautical Blue Metallic
- 8U0 Black Sapphire Pearl
- 8U1 Ultrasonic Blue Mica – F Sport exclusive blue (IS, NX)
- 8X1 Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0 – updated F Sport exclusive blue
- 8X5 Nightfall Mica – dark blue-black mica (LS, LX, NX)
- 8W5 Blue Vortex Metallic
- 8Z6 Deep Garnet – dark red pearl
- CB Cobalt Blue Mica (ES, IS)
- Liquid Platinum Liquid Platinum – exclusive LS/IS chrome-silver metallic
- Satin Cashmere Satin Cashmere Metallic – LS 500 exclusive
Lexus interior and trim codes Expand
Interior codes follow the format C/TR on the B-pillar certification label. The first 2 characters are the colour code; remaining characters indicate material and wood trim. These are sourced from the 2008 Lexus Model Color & Accessory Reference Guide.
- LA 00 Ivory / Cashmere (medium brown wood trim) (GS460-350, LS460, RX350, SC430)
- LA 01 Alabaster interior (LS460, RX400h)
- LA 04 Cashmere interior (IS250-350)
- LA 05 Cashmere interior (ES350)
- LA 10 Light Gray (gray wood trim) (GS460-350, LS460)
- LA 11 Sterling / Light Gray interior (IS250-350, RX350, RX400h)
- LA 12 Light Gray (black wood trim) (RX350, RX400h)
- LA 15 Light Gray interior (ES350)
- LA 20 Black (red-brown wood trim) (GS460-350, LS460, SC430)
- LA 22 Black interior (RX350, RX400h)
- LA 25 Black interior (ES350)
- LA 27 Black interior (IS250-350)
- LA 42 Camel interior (SC430)
- LB 00 Cashmere interior (LWB) (LS460L, LS600hL)
- LB 01 Alabaster interior (LWB) (LS460L, LS460, LS600hL)
- LB 05 Cashmere / Black-Alabaster interior (ES350, LS600hL)
- LB 10 Light Gray interior (LWB) (LS460L, LS460, LS600hL)
- LB 20 Black interior (LWB) (LS460L, LS460, LS600hL)
- LB 21 Black interior (IS F)
- LB 25 Black interior (ES350)
- LC 00 Ivory (medium brown wood) (GS460-350, GS450h)
- LC 10 Light Gray (gray wood) (GS460-350, GS450h)
- LC 20 Black (red-brown wood) / Alpine (GS460-350, IS F)
- LD 04 Cashmere interior (IS250-350)
- LD 11 Sterling interior (IS250-350)
- LD 27 Black interior (IS250-350)
- LH 00 Ivory interior (GX470)
- LH 10 Dark Gray interior (GX470)
- LJ 01 Cashmere interior (LX570)
- LJ 11 Dark Gray interior (LX570)
- LK 01 Ivory Sport interior (GX470)
- LK 10 Dark Gray Sport interior (GX470)
- FA 00 Ivory interior (RX350)
- FA 11 Light Gray interior (RX400h)
- FA 25 Black interior (ES350)
- WZ 04 Camel/Ecru interior (SC430)
- WZ 21 Black interior (IS F)
- Flaxen Flaxen – light beige leather (NX, RX 2022+)
- Palomino Palomino – warm tan leather (LS, LC)
- Rioja Red Rioja Red – red interior option (IS, RC F)
Lexus safety and driver assistance systems Expand
- LSS+ Lexus Safety System+ – safety suite bundle
- LSS+ 2.0 Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 (adds lane tracing, RSA)
- LSS+ 2.5 Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 (enhanced cyclist detection)
- LSS+ 3.0 Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 (2025+, proactive driving assist)
- PCS Pre-Collision System – autonomous emergency braking
- PCS+ Pre-Collision System with cyclist & pedestrian detection
- DRCC Dynamic Radar Cruise Control – all-speed adaptive cruise
- LDA Lane Departure Alert – lane drift warning
- LTA Lane Tracing Assist – centring within lane
- LKA Lane Keep Assist – corrective steering
- AHBA Automatic High Beam (Intelligent High Beam)
- RSA Road Sign Assist – speed limit recognition
- BSM Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- RCTA Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- IPA Intelligent Park Assist – automated parking steering
- RCTAB Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake
- AHS Adaptive High-beam System (matrix LED)
- PKSB Parking Support Brake (front & rear)
- Clearance Sonar Front ultrasonic parking sensors
- Back Sonar Rear ultrasonic parking sensors
- 360 Camera 360-degree Panoramic View Monitor
- PDA Proactive Driving Assist (LSS+ 3.0)
- DAA Driver Attention Alert – fatigue monitoring
- SLAS Speed Limit Announcement System
- AEB Autonomous Emergency Braking at junction
- E-mirror Digital Outer Mirrors (camera-based, LC)
- HUD Head-Up Display (colour, full-colour)
- 10 Airbags Standard 10-airbag safety system
Lexus infotainment, audio and technology systems Expand
- Lexus Link Lexus connected services / telematics platform
- Enform Lexus Enform connected services (2011–2021)
- Lexus Interface Current multimedia system (2021+) with large touchscreen
- Mark Levinson Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound audio system
- ML 12-spk Mark Levinson 12-speaker sound system
- ML 13-spk Mark Levinson 13-speaker surround sound
- ML 14-spk Mark Levinson 14-speaker premium system
- ML 15-spk Mark Levinson 15-speaker system (IS350 F Sport)
- ML 17-spk Mark Levinson 17-speaker system (NX, RX)
- ML 25-spk Mark Levinson 25-speaker Reference system (LX600 Luxury)
- ML Ref Mark Levinson Reference Audio (LS flagship)
- 7" Touchscreen 7-inch multimedia touchscreen
- 8" Touchscreen 8-inch multimedia touchscreen
- 12.3" Display 12.3-inch widescreen multimedia display
- 14" Display 14-inch touchscreen (NX, RX, GX 2022+)
- Remote Touch Lexus Remote Touch trackpad controller (2010–2021)
- Apple CarPlay Wireless Apple CarPlay integration
- Android Auto Wireless Android Auto integration
- OTA Over-the-air software update capability
- Wi-Fi In-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot (4G LTE)
- Wireless Charging Qi wireless smartphone charging pad
- HDD Nav Hard Disk Drive navigation system (2007–2015 era)
- DVD Nav DVD-based navigation system
- SiriusXM SiriusXM satellite radio subscription service
- RSES Rear Seat Entertainment System (screen(s) for rear passengers)
- SmartAccess Smart Entry & Start (keyless entry and push-button start)
- Intuitive PCS Intuitive Parking Control System (automated parking sensors)
- Multi-Terrain Monitor Off-road camera system (GX, LX)
Lexus trim levels, grades and special editions Expand
Lexus trim hierarchies vary by model. Current models use Premium → Luxury → F Sport Handling → F Sport Performance → F Sport Black Line progression, though this differs by model line.
- Base Entry base trim (older model era)
- Premium Mid-tier standard equipment trim
- Premium+ Enhanced Premium specification
- Luxury Upper-tier luxury specification
- Luxury+ Enhanced Luxury specification
- F Sport F Sport performance-styled trim (sport suspension, styling)
- F Sport Handling F Sport with handling-focused suspension package (NX, RX)
- F Sport Performance F Sport with performance powertrain (RX500h)
- F Sport Black Line Blacked-out F Sport special edition
- F Full-F performance model designation (IS F, GS F, RC F, LC F)
- Overtrail Off-road focused trim grade (GX 550)
- Overtrail+ Enhanced Overtrail specification
- Sport Luxury Sport Luxury grade (Australian/select markets)
- Sports Luxury Sports Luxury grade (Australian markets)
- Executive Executive flagship trim (LS, LS600h)
- EX EX grade designation (select market)
- Ultra Luxury Ultra Luxury – highest LX/LS specification
- Pebble Beach Ed. Pebble Beach Edition limited special trim
- Neiman Marcus Ed. Neiman Marcus Edition limited special trim
- Launch Edition First-year introduction special edition
- Black Line Ed. Black Line Special Edition blacked-out appearance
- 500h Ed. 500h Edition special (LC 500h)
- Inspiration Series Limited production Inspiration Series special (LC)
- Structural Blue LC 500 Structural Blue special edition
- Yellow Edition LC 500 Yellow Edition special
- Bespoke Build Lexus Bespoke Build Commission programme
- CRAFTED LINE Crafted Line special personalisation programme (select models)
- IS 250 IS 250 – 2.5L V6 base sport sedan
- IS 350 IS 350 – 3.5L V6 sport sedan
- IS 500 IS 500 F Sport Performance – 5.0L V8
- GS 350 GS 350 – mid-size luxury sedan (discontinued 2020)
- GS F GS F – performance flagship sedan
- LS 500 LS 500 – flagship twin-turbo V6 sedan
- LS 500h LS 500h – flagship hybrid sedan
- LC 500 LC 500 – V8 grand tourer coupe
- LX 600 LX 600 – flagship full-size SUV
- GX 550 GX 550 – mid-size off-road SUV (2024+)
- RZ 450e RZ 450e – battery-electric AWD SUV
Lexus chassis, VIN and platform codes Expand
Lexus VINs always begin with JTH (Japan-built) or 2T2 (Canada-built) or 58A (Kyushu-built). The 10th character encodes model year (A=1980, P=2023, R=2024, S=2025). Paint and interior codes appear on the B-pillar certification label in C/TR format.
- JTH Japan Manufacturer Identifier – Lexus, Tahara plant
- 2T2 Canada Manufacturer Identifier – Toyota Cambridge, Ontario
- 58A Japan Manufacturer Identifier – Kyushu assembly plant
- Z65 Tahara plant code (LS, LC, LX)
- Z70 Cambridge, Canada plant code (NX, RX)
- Z71 Cambridge North plant code (NX)
- C/TR Colour/Trim label on B-pillar certification sticker
- A/TM Axle/Transmission label on B-pillar certification sticker
- VDS Vehicle Descriptor Section (positions 4–9 of VIN)
- TNGA-L Toyota New Global Architecture – Luxury (LS, LC platform)
- TNGA-K Toyota New Global Architecture – K (NX, RX, TX platform)
- GA-L Global Architecture Luxury platform
- GA-K Global Architecture K-platform (crossover)
- GA-B Global Architecture B-platform (UX, CT)
- GA-F Global Architecture F-platform (GX 550)
- Z 10th VIN character for 2002 model year
- 3 10th VIN character for 2003 model year
- 4–9 VIN position 10 for 2004–2009 model years
- A–J VIN position 10 for 2010–2018 model years (A=2010, J=2018)
- K–N VIN position 10 for 2019–2022 model years
- Z11 IS internal model generation code
- Z20 IS 2nd generation platform code
- Z30 IS 3rd generation platform code
- Z40 IS 4th generation platform (current)
- AZ10 NX 1st generation platform code
- AZ20 NX 2nd generation platform code (2022+)
- AL10 RX 3rd generation platform code (2009–2015)
- AL20 RX 4th generation platform code (2016–2022)
- AL30 RX 5th generation platform code (2022+)
- Dealer Daily Lexus dealer portal for VIN build data access
- TIS Toyota Technical Information System – dealer data access
- Monroney Official window sticker required by US federal law
Lexus port installed accessory codes Expand
Port-installed accessories are added after vehicle manufacture at the US port of entry. These codes appear separately on the window sticker and are not part of the factory build sheet.
- WL Wheel Locks (locking lug nuts)
- GN Cargo Net
- Z1 All-Weather Floor Mats
- Z2 Preferred Accessory Package (trunk mat, cargo net, wheel locks, rear bumper appliqué)
- HL High-Intensity Headlamps (HID) – port addition on some models
- LR Rear Lip Spoiler (port-installed)
- TM Trunk Mat
- SG Splash Guards / Mud Guards
- CC Cargo Cross Bars
- DL Door Sill Protectors / Scuff Plates
- TB Towing Hitch Bracket (port-installed)
- BU Rear Bumper Appliqué (paint protection film)
- RK Roof Rack (cross-bar kit)
- DC Dash Camera (port-added)
- SC Security System (port-added)
- FP First Aid Kit
- LP Licence Plate Frame (Lexus branded)
- VD Vehicle Delivery and PDI charges
Lexus Factory Specification and Build Sheet Decoder
Paste Lexus option codes, engine codes, paint codes, interior trim codes, VIN references, drivetrain systems, hybrid terminology, or factory equipment codes below. This Lexus specification decoder helps identify original factory installed options, F SPORT packages, Mark Levinson systems, chassis platforms, paint colours, Lexus Safety System features, port installed accessories, and production specifications.
What Is a Lexus VIN and How Do You Read It?
A Lexus VIN is the 17 character number that identifies the exact Lexus in front of you. It can help confirm the model year, build location, body style, engine family, drivetrain layout, safety classification, and production sequence. If you are checking an IS, ES, GS, LS, RC, LC, NX, RX, GX, LX, UX, TX, or RZ, the VIN is the starting point for separating the real factory build from a listing description, dealer advert, or seller guess.
Positions 1 to 3: Lexus Manufacturer Code
58A is a Lexus world manufacturer identifier. Lexus VINs may also begin with codes such as JTH for Japan built Lexus vehicles or 2T2 for Canada built Lexus SUVs. This section helps identify the manufacturer and build origin.
Positions 4 to 8: Lexus Vehicle Details
BZ1B1 is part of the vehicle descriptor section. On a Lexus VIN, these characters can help identify the model line, body type, engine family, restraint system, drivetrain layout, and vehicle configuration used for that specific build.
Position 9: VIN Check Digit
2 is the check digit. This character is calculated from the rest of the VIN and helps confirm whether the number has been typed correctly. If the check digit does not match, the VIN may be invalid or entered incorrectly.
Position 10: Lexus Model Year
K identifies the model year for this example VIN. The model year matters because Lexus packages, paint colours, safety systems, infotainment, F SPORT equipment, hybrid systems, and trim availability can change from one year to the next.
Position 11: Assembly Plant
U identifies the assembly plant or production location. Lexus vehicles may be built in Japan, Canada, or other Toyota production facilities depending on the model, year, and market.
Positions 12 to 17: Serial Number
038579 is the unique production sequence for that individual Lexus. This is what separates one RX, ES, IS, LS, GX, LX, or NX from another vehicle with the same model year and trim level.
What Is a Lexus Build Sheet and How Do You Get One by VIN?
A Lexus build sheet shows how a specific Lexus was configured when it was built. It connects the VIN to factory details such as the model year, engine, drivetrain, trim grade, paint code, interior trim, packages, and original equipment installed before the vehicle reached the dealer.
Lexus buyers often use a build sheet to check whether an IS, ES, GS, LS, RC, LC, NX, RX, GX, LX, UX, TX, or RZ really has the equipment listed in an advert. A VIN decoder can confirm the basic vehicle identity, while the build sheet helps verify the actual factory specification, including F SPORT equipment, Mark Levinson audio, Luxury packages, hybrid systems, safety technology, and original color combinations.
Why a Lexus Build Sheet Matters
Lexus trims and packages can be easy to misread, especially on used cars. A build sheet helps confirm whether the vehicle originally came with features such as F SPORT Handling, adaptive suspension, Mark Levinson audio, panoramic view monitor, premium leather, head up display, advanced safety systems, rear entertainment, or a specific factory wheel and paint combination.
What a Lexus VIN Lookup Can Tell You
A Lexus VIN lookup can identify the core vehicle details tied to the 17 character VIN. That usually includes model year, body style, engine type, drivetrain, manufacturing location, and production sequence. It gives you a stronger starting point before checking the full build sheet and option code data.
A Lexus build sheet may include:
- Factory option codes and original equipment packages
- Engine code, hybrid system, transmission, and drivetrain layout
- Trim grade, F SPORT package, Luxury package, or special edition details
- Exterior paint code and factory color name
- Interior trim code, leather color, seat material, and wood or cabin finish
- Wheel, suspension, parking, towing, and chassis equipment
- Mark Levinson audio, Lexus Interface, navigation, and infotainment features
- Lexus Safety System, blind spot monitoring, parking support, and driver assistance equipment
- Production details linked to that exact Lexus VIN number
How to Get a Lexus Build Sheet
A Lexus build sheet may be available through a Lexus dealer VIN lookup, original window sticker, dealer build record, Toyota or Lexus service documentation, or an equipment decoder that reads Lexus option and production data. If you already have the VIN, start with the decoder, then compare the results against the Monroney sticker, door jamb codes, and any dealer supplied build information.
Lexus Build Sheet vs Lexus VIN Decoder
A Lexus VIN decoder explains the identity of the vehicle. It helps confirm what the car is. A Lexus build sheet explains how that vehicle was originally equipped. It helps confirm what the car came with, including factory packages, paint and trim codes, technology options, safety systems, and model specific upgrades.
The best place to start is with the Lexus VIN decoder above. Once the vehicle identity is confirmed, you can use the build sheet, option code lookup, paint code information, and equipment data to check the original factory specification behind that exact Lexus.
What Are Lexus Option Codes and Factory Specification Codes?
Lexus option codes are short factory identifiers used to describe how a specific vehicle was equipped when it was ordered or built. They can point to original packages, audio systems, safety features, seat equipment, suspension options, wheel choices, paint colors, interior trim, navigation systems, and other factory installed equipment tied to a Lexus VIN.
Lexus does not work like some European brands with one simple public master list that covers every model and year. Some codes appear on dealer build sheets, Monroney window stickers, production records, or model year ordering guides. That is why checking Lexus factory option data is useful when a listing says “fully loaded,” “F SPORT,” “Luxury Package,” or “Mark Levinson,” but does not clearly show what the vehicle actually came with.
What Lexus Factory Codes Can Reveal
Lexus factory codes can help identify equipment such as F SPORT packages, Mark Levinson audio, navigation, moonroof packages, heated and ventilated seats, rear entertainment, Premium and Luxury packages, adaptive suspension, parking assist, blind spot monitoring, radar cruise control, paint codes, interior trim codes, and original factory option groups.
Why Lexus Option Code Data Matters
Used Lexus listings often blur the difference between a trim level, a package, and a single feature. A Lexus RX, ES, IS, LS, GX, LX, NX, or LC may look similar in photos but have very different equipment from the factory. Option code data helps confirm whether the vehicle originally had the features that affect desirability, usability, and resale value.
Useful for Lexus Buyers, Owners, and Sellers
Lexus option lookup data is helpful when comparing used vehicles, checking a dealer advert, valuing a trade in, confirming an F SPORT package, matching paint and interior trim, or verifying rare equipment on higher specification models. It is especially useful for buyers trying to avoid paying extra for features the car does not actually have.
Build Sheet and VIN Decoder Connection
A Lexus VIN decoder confirms the vehicle identity first, including model year, build location, model line, engine, drivetrain, and production sequence. The build sheet and option code lookup go further by showing the equipment and packages fitted to that exact Lexus when it was new.
Important Information
Lexus option codes can vary by model year, market, trim grade, body style, and production source. Some equipment may be standard on one Lexus trim and optional on another. Always compare the VIN decoder results, build sheet data, door jamb color and trim codes, and original window sticker before relying on a single source.
How to Find Your Lexus Factory Specification and Options List
There are several ways to check how a Lexus was originally equipped from the factory. Depending on the model year and available records, you may be able to identify original options, packages, paint codes, trim information, and production details through VIN lookup tools, build sheet records, dealer systems, factory labels, or Lexus option code databases.
Lexus VIN Decoder and Build Information
A Lexus VIN decoder is usually the easiest place to begin. The VIN can help identify the model year, engine family, drivetrain, trim level, production location, and other core vehicle details. From there, build sheet and option code data can help uncover the original equipment and factory package configuration tied to that specific Lexus.
Lexus Dealer and Factory Records
Lexus dealers may be able to access factory build information using the VIN. Depending on the vehicle and available records, this can sometimes reveal original paint colors, interior combinations, option packages, wheel specifications, technology equipment, safety systems, and dealer installed accessories.
Window Stickers and Monroney Labels
Original Lexus window stickers can provide one of the clearest views of how the vehicle was configured when new. These documents often list factory packages, standalone options, fuel economy data, MSRP pricing, paint and trim information, and port installed accessories added before dealer delivery.
Door Jamb Labels and Factory Codes
Lexus vehicles include factory labels that can help confirm production details and specification information. Paint and interior trim codes are commonly found on the driver side door jamb label, while VIN related information can help verify build location, manufacturing data, and production details.
Lexus Diagnostic and Configuration Systems
Some Lexus diagnostic systems and scan tools can identify configuration information stored within the vehicle itself. Depending on the model, this may help confirm equipment such as parking systems, adaptive suspension, hybrid features, driver assistance systems, navigation equipment, or software enabled options.
Comparing Multiple Lexus Specification Sources
The most reliable way to research a Lexus specification is usually by comparing several sources together. VIN decoder results, factory labels, build sheets, original window stickers, dealer records, and option code databases can all help verify whether a Lexus actually came with specific equipment from the factory.
Lexus option availability can vary by production year, market region, trim grade, drivetrain, and model generation. Features that are standard on one Lexus trim may be optional or unavailable on another. Always verify important equipment and factory specification details against the exact VIN whenever possible.
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