General information
BrandLexus
Model GS
Generation GS III (facelift 2008)
Modification (Engine) 300 V6 (249 Hp) Automatic
Start of production 2008 year
End of production 2011 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body typeSedan
Seats 5
Doors 4
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban 14 l/100 km 16.8 US mpg20.18 UK mpg7.14 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban 7 l/100 km 33.6 US mpg40.35 UK mpg14.29 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined 9.5 l/100 km 24.76 US mpg29.73 UK mpg10.53 km/l
CO2 emissions224 g/km
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h7.2 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph7.2 sec
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph 6.8 sec
Maximum speed 240 km/h 149.13 mph
Emission standard Euro 4
Weight-to-power ratio 6.8 kg/Hp, 146.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.9 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 249 Hp @ 6200 rpm.
Power per litre 83.1 Hp/l
Torque 310 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 228.64 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine location Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement 2995 cm3 182.77 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 6
Position of cylinders V-engine
Cylinder Bore 87.5 mm 3.44 in.
Piston Stroke 83 mm 3.27 in.
Compression ratio 11.5
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel System Direct injection
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain DOHC, VVT-i
Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1695 kg 3736.84 lbs.
Max. weight 2125 kg 4684.82 lbs.
Max load 430 kg 947.99 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space - minimum 430 l 15.19 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 71 l 18.76 US gal | 15.62 UK gal
Max. roof load 75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) 2000 kg 4409.25 lbs.
Permitted trailer load without brakes 750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted towbar download 80 kg 176.37 lbs.
Dimensions
Length 4825 mm 189.96 in.
Width 1820 mm 71.65 in.
Height 1430 mm 56.3 in.
Wheelbase 2850 mm 112.2 in.
Front track 1535 mm 60.43 in.
Rear (Back) track 1540 mm 60.63 in.
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 11.2 m 36.75 ft.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Rear wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission) 6
Front suspension Double wishbone
Rear suspension Multi-link independent
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discs
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Tires size 225/50 R17
Wheel rims size7J x 17