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Lexus GS 300 Automatic

General information

ModelLexus GS 300 Automatic
Year2009
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62 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 driving11.6 litres/100 km (20.28 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags9. 0

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 torque294.00 Nm (30.0 kgf-m or 216.9 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
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
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1431 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5520 litres (1,458 gallons)
Cargo space510 litres (135 gallons)
Optional cargo space430 litres (114 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Turn circle12 m (472.4 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1740 kg (3,836.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1740 kg (3,836.0 pounds)
Towing weight1588 kg (3,500.9 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

Country of originJapan
CO2 emissions277.9 g/km
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