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Lexus GS 300

General information

ModelLexus GS 300
Year2008
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating63.3 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, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving9.8 litres/100 km (24.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags8. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2994 ccm (182.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power249.00 PS (183 kW or 246 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque310.00 Nm (31.6 kgf-m or 228.7 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)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1469 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2690 litres (711 gallons)
Cargo space430 litres (114 gallons)
Optional cargo space510 litres (135 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP). Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (488.2 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS). Antilocking brake 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 height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2860 mm (112.6 inches)
Fuel capacity71.0 litres (18.76 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR40530
CO2 emissions278.0 g/km
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