Lexus GS GS III (facelift 2008)

Lexus - GS III (facelift 2008)

Details-
BrandLexus
ModelGS
GenerationGS III (facelift 2008)
Modification350 V6 (307 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production2008
End Of Production2011

Performance

The GS model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, with a top speed of 230 km/h (142.92 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh5.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph5.9 sec
Max Speed230 km/h 142.92 mph

Body & Dimensions

The GS Sedan is a compact luxury car with a sleek design, featuring a 4-door sedan body style, 5 seats, and a wheelbase of 112.2 inches. It has a length of 189.96 inches, width of 71.65 inches, and height of 56.1 inches. It also has a ground clearance of 5.12 inches and a minimum turning circle of 36.75 feet.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4825 mm 189.96 in.
Width1820 mm 71.65 in.
Height1425 mm 56.1 in.
Wheelbase2850 mm 112.2 in.
Front Track1535 mm 60.43 in.
Rear Track1540 mm 60.63 in.
Min Turning Circle11.2 m 36.75 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance130 mm 5.12 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car has a petrol (gasoline) engine with a combined fuel consumption of 9.3 l/100 km (25.29 US mpg, 30.37 UK mpg, 10.75 km/l). The urban fuel consumption is 10.9 l/100 km (21.58 US mpg, 25.92 UK mpg, 9.17 km/l) and the extra-urban is 7.4 l/100 km (31.79 US mpg, 38.17 UK mpg, 13.51 km/l).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban10.9 l/100 km 21.58 US mpg 25.92 UK mpg 9.17 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban7.4 l/100 km 31.79 US mpg 38.17 UK mpg 13.51 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined9.3 l/100 km 25.29 US mpg 30.37 UK mpg 10.75 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a GS model with a 3.5L V6 engine, producing 307 horsepower and 368 Nm of torque. It has a front, longitudinal engine layout and a rear-wheel drive system, supported by a 6-speed automatic transmission. The engine features direct fuel injection, DOHC, and VVT-i, with a compression ratio of 11.0. The car's front suspension is a double wishbone design, while the rear suspension is an independent multi-link suspension.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power307 Hp @ 6200 rpm.
Power Per Litre88.8 Hp/l
Torque368 Nm @ 4800 rpm. 271.42 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code2GR-FSE
Engine Displacement3456 cm3 210.9 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore94 mm 3.7 in.
Piston Stroke83 mm 3.27 in.
Compression Ratio11
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC, VVT-i
Engine Oil Capacity6.3 l 6.66 US qt | 5.54 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30 / API SL, API SM 5W-30 / ILSAC GF-4
Coolant9.1 l 9.62 US qt | 8.01 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox6 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension

Brakes

The GS model features ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, assisted by an Anti-lock braking system. It also boasts a steering rack and pinion system and comes equipped with 225/50 R17 tires on 7J x 17 wheel rims.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size225/50 R17
Wheel Rims Size7J x 17

Weight & Capacity

The car in question is a GS model with a weight-to-power ratio of 5.5 kg/Hp (182.7 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 4.6 kg/Nm (219 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1680 kg (3703.77 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 2120 kg (4673.8 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 440 kg (970.03 lbs.). The car has a minimum trunk/boot space of 360 l (12.71 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 71 l (18.76 US gal | 15.62 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio5.5 kg/Hp, 182.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio4.6 kg/Nm, 219 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1680 kg 3703.77 lbs.
Max Weight2120 kg 4673.8 lbs.
Max Load440 kg 970.03 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum360 l 12.71 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity71 l 18.76 US gal | 15.62 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Lexus - GS III (facelift 2008)

The length of the GS Sedan is 189.96 inches.

The GS Sedan has 5 seats.

The minimum turning circle of the GS Sedan is 36.75 feet.

The GS model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds.

The top speed of the GS model is 230 km/h (142.92 mph).

Yes, the GS model is considered a fast car due to its impressive acceleration and top speed.

The car uses petrol (gasoline) as fuel.

The urban fuel consumption of the car is 10.9 l/100 km (21.58 US mpg, 25.92 UK mpg, 9.17 km/l).

The combined fuel consumption of the car is 9.3 l/100 km (25.29 US mpg, 30.37 UK mpg, 10.75 km/l).

The engine displacement is 3.5L or 3456 cm3.

It has a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The compression ratio of this car's engine is 11.0.

The GS model features ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes.

The GS model features a steering rack and pinion system.

The GS model comes equipped with 225/50 R17 tires.

The Lexus GS comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine.

Yes, the Lexus GS is known for its reliability and durability.

The Lexus GS has an estimated fuel economy of 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.

The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 5.5 kg/Hp (182.7 Hp/tonne).

The weight-to-torque ratio of the car is 4.6 kg/Nm (219 Nm/tonne).

The fuel tank capacity of the car is 71 l (18.76 US gal | 15.62 UK gal).