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Lexus GS

General information

ModelLexus GS
Year2001
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3001 ccm (183.12 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving11.6 litres/100 km (20.37 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags8

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3001 ccm (183.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power228.10 PS (168 kW or 225 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque298.32 Nm (30.4 kgf-m or 220.0 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1374 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5040 litres (1,332 gallons)
Optional cargo space1180 litres (312 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (480.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1660 kg (3,659.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1830 kg (4,034.5 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 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)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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