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Lexus GS

General information

ModelLexus GS
Year2006
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating80 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving10.0 litres/100 km (23.64 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags9

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power248.00 PS (182 kW or 245 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque311.88 Nm (31.8 kgf-m or 230.0 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression11.5:1
Bore x stroke76.2 x 87.4 mm (3.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.2 seconds
0-60 miles6.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1463 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5520 litres (1,458 gallons)
Cargo space430 litres (114 gallons)
Optional cargo space1180 litres (312 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 294.7 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 309.9 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1695 kg (3,736.8 pounds)
Max weight with load2125 kg (4,684.8 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Overall length4830 mm (190.2 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2860 mm (112.6 inches)
Fuel capacity71.0 litres (18.76 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
Service interval30,000 km
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