Lexus

Lexus GS

Price $51,900 – $64,650
Fuel consumption 7.4 – 11.4 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 80%(view ratings)
Every way you look at it, there’s a world of difference between the 2013 Lexus GS and its predecessor. Esthetically, this year’s model has a lot more character – especially the F Sport. The GS 350 RWD and AWD are both equipped with an energetic 3.5L V6 that develops 306 horsepower. Meanwhile, the GS 450h’s combined power amounts to 338 horsepower, which is distributed via a continuously variable transmission.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 80%
Driving 8/10
Safety 9/10
Interior 7/10
Reliability 9/10
Winter driving 7/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2013

New model

Pros

  • Great style
  • Spacious interior
  • Athletic engine
  • Very good road holding

Cons

  • Steering feels artificial at times
  • Remote Touch system not intuitive
  • Sterile handling (GS450h)
  • No active suspension with AWD

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