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Lexus GS 300

General information

ModelLexus GS 300
Year2005
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating76.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2995 ccm (182.75 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving9.8 litres/100 km (24.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2995 ccm (182.75 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power245.40 PS (180 kW or 242 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque295.61 Nm (30.1 kgf-m or 218.0 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.5:1
Bore x stroke87.5 x 83.0 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed238.0 km/h (147.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1448 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5520 litres (1,458 gallons)
Cargo space430 litres (114 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1695 kg (3,736.8 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Overall length4830 mm (190.2 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2860 mm (112.6 inches)
Fuel capacity71.0 litres (18.76 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR40610
Service interval30,000 km
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