Lexus GS
Although there aren’t as many trim levels offered this time around, the decision makers at Lexus chose to hang onto the best versions of this luxury mid-size, so it deserves our attention. If you’re looking for a luxury sedan with impeccable finish, nice performances and a touch of exclusivity, the GS450 AWD all-wheel drive transmission is a good choice. As for the hybrid version, it has all of the conventional version’s attributes but consumes and pollutes less.
Lexus GS
Pricing | |
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MSRP | CA$54,650 |
Fees | CA$1,950 |
Gas guzzler tax | CA$0 |
Monthly payments | CA$1,028/month |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 3,5 l V6 |
Power | 303 hp @ 6,200 rpm (226 kW) |
Torque | 274 lb·ft @ 3,600 rpm (371 N·m) |
Induction | Atmospheric |
Fuel type | Regular |
Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
Drivetrain | AWD |
Vehicle type / Category | |
Vehicle type | Sedan |
Category | N/A |
Assembly | N/A |
Generation | N/A |
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
City | 11.4 L/100km |
Highway | 7.8 L/100km |
Combined | 9.8 L/100km |
Autonomy | 724 km |
CO₂ emissions | 225 g/km |
Equipment | |
Sunroof | standard |
Heated front seats | standard |
Ventilated front seats | optional |
Smart key | standard |
GPS | optional |
Infotainment | |
Auxiliary audio input | standard |
CD player | standard |
Apple CarPlay compatible | not available |
Android Auto compatible | not available |
Sirius XM | standard |
Premium audio system | standard |
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
Steering | rack and pinion, electric assistance |
Turning diameter | 11 m (35′) |
Front suspension | N/A |
Rear suspension | N/A |
Front brakes | Disc (ABS) |
Rear brakes | Disc (ABS) |
Front tires | P225/50WR17 |
Rear tires | P225/50WR17 |
Safety | |
Seat belts | 5 |
Dimensions / Weight | |
Length | 4,826 mm (190″) |
Width | 1,821 mm (72″) |
Height | 1,435 mm (56″) |
Wheelbase | 2,850 mm (112″) |
Front track | 1,534 mm (60″) |
Rear track | 1,539 mm (61″) |
Weight | 1,799 kg (3,966 lb) |
Capacities | |
Passengers | 5 |
Trunk | 360 l |
Fuel tank | 71 l (16 gal) |
Towing capacity | N/A |
Performance | |
0-100 km/h | N/A |
80-120 km/h | N/A |
Top speed | N/A |
Braking distance | N/A |
Warranty | |
Base warranty | N/A |
Powertrain warranty | N/A |
The Car Guide rating | |
Driving | 8/10 |
Safety | 8/10 |
Interior | 8/10 |
Reliability | 10/10 |
Winter driving | 8/10 |
Comfort | 8/10 |
Average | 83%(view ratings) |