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Lexus GS 4.0

General information

ModelLexus GS 4.0
Year1998
Rating63.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3969 ccm (242.19 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3969 ccm (242.19 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power294.00 PS (216 kW or 290 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque415.00 Nm (42.3 kgf-m or 306.1 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1690 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5040 litres (1,332 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1740 kg (3,836.0 pounds)
Overall length4810 mm (189.4 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2810 mm (110.6 inches)
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