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Lexus GS III (facelift 2008) 300 V6 (249 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Lexus GS:
The Lexus GS is an executive car manufactured and marketed by Lexus across four generations — launched in 1991 as the Toyota Aristo in Japan and as the Lexus GS for markets outside the Japanese market beginning in February 1993. It continued with the Toyota Aristo name for the Japanese market until January 2005.
Lexus marketed the GS as a performance sedan competing in the mid-luxury class, between its compact executive IS and large/flagship LS. The GS shared its chassis with one of Toyota's longest-running nameplates, the Toyota Crown premium sedans until 2011....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2008) Overview:
Lexus GS (III (facelift 2008)). With 310 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1695 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.2 s). The top speed reaches 240 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
300 V6 (249 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides smooth, refined power that is perfectly adequate for comfortable daily driving and relaxed highway journeys.
Fuel Economy
Offers a good balance of V6 performance and respectable fuel economy for its class, making it an efficient choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional build quality and reliability
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior with high-quality materials
- • Smooth and refined powertrains, including powerful V6, V8, and efficient hybrid options
- • Quiet cabin and excellent ride comfort
- • Strong resale value and low running costs (excluding fuel for V8)
Cons:
- • Styling can be perceived as conservative compared to European rivals
- • Infotainment system may feel dated by modern standards
- • Not as dynamically engaging as some German competitors
- • Fuel economy for non-hybrid V6 and V8 models can be high
- • Limited cargo space for its class
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2006 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lexus |
| Model: | GS |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2008) |
| Modification (Engine): | 300 V6 (249 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2008 |
| End of production: | 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 249 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 83.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 310 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 3GR-FSE More details about the engine 3GR-FSE |
| Engine displacement: | 2995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.3 l |
| Coolant: | 9.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 240 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.8 kg/Hp, 146.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1695 |
| Max. weight: | 2125 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 430 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 430 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 80 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4825 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1820 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1430 mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1540 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 225/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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