Lexus GS GS IV (facelift 2015)

Lexus - GS IV (facelift 2015)

Details-
BrandLexus
ModelGS
GenerationGS IV (facelift 2015)
Modification450h V6 (345 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT
Start Of Production2016
End Of ProductionFebruary, 2019

Performance

The Lexus GS has an impressive acceleration, going from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, and from 0 to 62 mph in 5.9 seconds. It has a maximum speed of 250 km/h (155.34 mph) and a low drag coefficient of 0.26, indicating excellent aerodynamics.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh5.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph5.9 sec
Max Speed250 km/h 155.34 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.26

Body & Dimensions

The car in question is a sedan model, specifically a GS. It has a length of 4880 mm (192.13 in) and a width of 1840 mm (72.44 in). Its height is 1455 mm (57.28 in) with a wheelbase of 2850 mm (112.2 in). The front and rear tracks are 1575 mm (62.01 in) and 1590 mm (62.6 in) respectively. The car has a ground clearance of 130 mm (5.12 in). It has 5 seats and 4 doors.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4880 mm 192.13 in.
Width1840 mm 72.44 in.
Height1455 mm 57.28 in.
Wheelbase2850 mm 112.2 in.
Front Track1575 mm 62.01 in.
Rear Track1590 mm 62.6 in.
Front Overhang900 mm 35.43 in.
Rear Overhang1130 mm 44.49 in.
Ride Height Ground Clearance130 mm 5.12 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car has a fuel efficiency of 5.9 l/100 km combined and emits 137 g/km of CO2. It meets Euro 6 emission standards and runs on petrol.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 6
Fuel Consumption Urban6.5 l/100 km 36.19 US mpg 43.46 UK mpg 15.38 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban5.4 l/100 km 43.56 US mpg 52.31 UK mpg 18.52 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined5.9 l/100 km 39.87 US mpg 47.88 UK mpg 16.95 km/l
Co2 Emissions137 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a Lexus GS with a Front, Longitudinal 6.0L V-engine (2GR-FXE) that delivers 292 Hp @ 6000 rpm and 352 Nm @ 4500 rpm. The engine is naturally aspirated, with DOHC, Dual VVT-i and Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection. The FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) powertrain drives the rear wheels, with an automatic transmission e-CVT and a dual-wishbone front and independent multi-link rear suspension. The system power is 345 Hp.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureFHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Power292 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre84.5 Hp/l
Torque352 Nm @ 4500 rpm. 259.62 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code2GR-FXE
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 Ratio13
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection and Multi-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC, Dual VVT-i
Engine Oil Capacity6.3 l 6.66 US qt | 5.54 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-20 / API SL, API SM, API SN 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-5
Coolant9.2 l 9.72 US qt | 8.09 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the rear wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearboxautomatic transmission e-CVT
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
System Power345 Hp

Brakes

The car specs indicate a well-equipped vehicle with notable features like ventilated disc brakes on all wheels, electric steering, and standard ABS. The combination of features suggests a comfortable and capable driving experience.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size225/50 R17
Wheel Rims Size17

Battery - Electric / Hybrid

The Toyota GS is an electric vehicle with a nickel-metal hydride battery located inside the trunk. It has an electric motor power of 200 Hp and torque of 275 Nm. The motor is integrated into the transmission and is of the synchronous type. The battery voltage is 288 V.

Specs-
Rating
Battery TechnologyNickel-metal hydride (NiMH)
Battery LocationInside the trunk
Electric Motor Power200 Hp
Electric Motor Torque275 Nm 202.83 lb.-ft.
Electric Motor LocationIntegrated into the transmission
Electric Motor TypeSynchronous
Battery Voltage288 V

Weight & Capacity

The Lexus GS is a high-performance sedan with a powerful engine, boasting a weight-to-power ratio of 5.4 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5.3 kg/Nm. With a kerb weight of 1860 kg and a maximum weight of 2305 kg, this car is designed for speed and agility. The fuel tank capacity is 66 liters, and it has a permitted trailer load of up to 1500 kg with brakes and 750 kg without brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio5.4 kg/Hp, 185.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.3 kg/Nm, 189.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1860 kg 4100.6 lbs.
Max Weight2305 kg 5081.66 lbs.
Max Load445 kg 981.06 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity66 l 17.44 US gal | 14.52 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1500 kg 3306.93 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Lexus - GS IV (facelift 2015)

The car is a sedan.

The car has 5 seats.

The car has a ground clearance of 130 mm (5.12 in).

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds.

Its maximum speed is 250 km/h (155.34 mph).

Its drag coefficient is 0.26, indicating good aerodynamics.

The city fuel consumption is 6.5 l/100 km.

The combined fuel consumption is 5.9 l/100 km.

The car meets Euro 6 emission standards.

The engine displacement is 3456 cm3 or 210.9 cu. in.

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the rear wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode.

The engine is naturally aspirated.

The vehicle has ventilated disc brakes on both the front and rear axles.

The steering system is electrically powered for ease of maneuvering.

The vehicle is equipped with 225/50 R17 tires.

The Toyota GS uses a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery.

The battery is located inside the trunk of the Toyota GS.

The electric motor power of the Toyota GS is 200 Hp.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Lexus GS is 5.4 kg/Hp.

The maximum trailer load of the Lexus GS with brakes is 1500 kg.

The fuel tank capacity of the Lexus GS is 66 liters.