2017 Lexus GS 200t

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Rating8.4

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Midsize Sedan
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$46,310 - $53,980
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on February 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Luxuriously built interior with plenty of space inside the cabin

Frustrating-to-use infotainment interface

Adaptive cruise control

Strong engine with good efficiency numbers

Rear seats don't fold down

Automatic emergency braking

Supportive seats combined with excellent ride quality

Competitors are faster and more fun to drive

Lane departure warning with mitigation

Automatic high-beam control

Specs & Features

$46,310

price

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

horsepower

258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl RWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize luxury sedan segment, the 2017 Lexus GS 200t Sedan is a direct competitor to the Audi A6 Sedan, the Cadillac CTS Sedan, and the BMW 5 Series Sedan. With a single trim in the lineup, the GS 200t Sedan starts off at an MSRP of $46,310. It is offered with a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, producing 241 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the GS 200t Sedan manages a 0-60 of 6.6 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 26 MPG.

Buying Advice

The 2017 Lexus GS 200t Sedan is a plush and premium sedan in its segment. There is only a single trim offered while there are some packages available. We would recommend the Premium Package which adds some luxury features including heated and ventilated front seats, automatic wipers, and a power rear sunshade. 

Trims

    Base
    $46,310 onwards
    • 12-Speakers premium sound system
    • 17-Inch wheels
    • Adaptive LED headlights
    • Automatic climate control
    • Blind spot monitor
    • Driver-Seat memory settings
    • Heated Front Seats
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Navigation system
    • Sunroof
    F Sport
    $53,980 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 241 hp @ 5800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 143 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    GS Turbo
    $53,980 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 8A
    • Horsepower: 241 hp @ 5800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$46,310- $53,980

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.38

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

7.11

276 hp @ 5250 rpm

306 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

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Gasoline

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236 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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Gasoline

8.02

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

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Gasoline

8.52

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325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

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Gasoline

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221 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

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Gasoline

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200 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

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Gasoline

8.05

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Gasoline

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Gasoline

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2017 Lexus GS 200t vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.6 sec14.9 sec143 mph
    4.4 sec14.7 sec143 mph
    4.54 sec-113 mph
    2017 Audi S3

    Ranked #3

    4.7 sec13.6 sec155 mph
    5 sec13.6 sec-
    2017 Audi A7

    Ranked #5

    5.2 sec14.1 sec130 mph

    2017 Lexus GS 200t vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/556.8 mi.
      41 mpg38 mpg40 mpg13.5 gal.574/532 mi.
      2017 Audi A4

      Ranked #2

      27 mpg37 mpg31 mpg15.3 gal.413.1/566.1 mi.
      45 mpg61 mpg30 mpg13.2 gal.- -
      24 mpg36 mpg29 mpg14.8 gal.355.2/532.8 mi.
      2017 Audi A6

      Ranked #5

      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.8 gal.475.2/673.2 mi.

      2017 Lexus GS 200t vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        192.1 in.72.4 in.57.3 in.5.1 in.112.2 in.
        204.1 in.74 in.58 in.7 in.122.4 in.
        200 in.73.8 in.58.1 in.5.1 in.116.9 in.
        196.5 in.74.4 in.58.3 in.5.3 in.118.5 in.
        2017 Audi A7

        Ranked #4

        196.2 in.75.2 in.55.9 in.4.4 in.114.7 in.
        195.5 in.72.2 in.57.2 in.6 in.114.6 in.

        2017 Lexus GS 200t vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.3 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.
          2017 Audi A7

          Ranked #1

          24.5 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.
          14.7 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.
          10.4 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.
          11.1 cu.ft.96.4 cu.ft.11.1 cu.ft.
          15.4 cu.ft.96.5 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.

          2017 Lexus GS 200t vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.-
            14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.-
            -11.8 cu.ft.--
            49.5 cu.ft.21.7 cu.ft.49.5 cu.ft.144 ft.
            72.6 cu.ft.13.9 cu.ft.13.9 cu.ft.-
            14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.-

            2017 Lexus GS 200t vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -825 lbs.3805 lbs.
              2017 Audi A7

              Ranked #1

              7716 lbs.-4244 lbs.
              3700 lbs.-4012 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3373 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3739 lbs.
              -905 lbs.3632 lbs.

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