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Lexus GS III 430 V8 (279 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 Overview:
Lexus GS (III). With 417 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1700 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.1 s). The top speed reaches 250 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.
The Lexus GS III generation was not directly tested by Euro NCAP. However, it received strong safety ratings from other international bodies like the IIHS and NHTSA in the US, indicating a high level of occupant protection for its era.
430 V8 (279 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Effortless V8 power and torque, providing a refined and muscular driving experience, though slightly less agile than the 350.
Fuel Economy
Highest fuel consumption in the lineup, typical for a naturally aspirated V8 of this displacement.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and cabin refinement
- • Legendary Lexus reliability and build quality
- • Wide range of smooth and powerful engine options, including an efficient hybrid
- • Luxurious and well-appointed interior with high-quality materials
- • Advanced technology features for its time (e.g., Mark Levinson audio, adaptive cruise control)
Cons:
- • Steering feel can be somewhat numb compared to German rivals
- • Infotainment system may feel dated by modern standards
- • Rear seat legroom is adequate but not class-leading
- • Fuel economy for V8 models is relatively high
- • Exterior styling, while elegant, might be considered conservative by some
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 2000): 2000 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lexus |
| Model: | GS |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 430 V8 (279 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 279 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65 Hp/l [20mm more] |
| Torque: | 417 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 3UZ-FE More details about the engine 3UZ-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 4293 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.1 l |
| Coolant: | 10.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 91 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.1 kg/Hp, 164.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.1 kg/Nm, 245.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1700 |
| Max. weight: | 2120 |
| Max load: | 420 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 430 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4825 mm [20mm more] |
| Width: | 1820 mm [20mm more] |
| Height: | 1425 mm [15mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1540 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 130 mm |
| 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, 333 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 310 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/40 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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