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2018 Lexus GS 300

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$46,510 - $51,100
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

The turbocharged inline-4 engine delivers superb fuel economy

Performance is subpar in its class

The GS300 is a new nameplate for GS 200t

Plush interior quality with good comfort

Trunk space can't be expanded due to unfoldable rear seats

Smart infotainment interface

Specs & Features

$46,510

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 sedan segment, the 2018 Lexus GS 300 Sedan is a direct competitor to the Genesis G80, the Lincoln MKZ, and the BMW 5 Series 530i. With standalone trim, the GS 300 carries an MSRP of $46,510. 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 300 manages a 0-60 of 6.8 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 26 MPG.

Buying Advice

The GS300 is offered in a single trim level with a bucket load of modern standard features. If that doesn’t satisfy your needs. We recommend the Premium package that adds automatic wipers, Heated and ventilated front seats, and a rear power sunshade for improved comfort.

Trims

    Base
    $46,510 onwards
    • 17-inch silver painted aluminum wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Nuluxe interior trim
    F Sport
    $51,100 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl RWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 241 hp @ 5800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.8 sec
    • Top Speed: 143 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg

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Horsepower

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

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2018 Lexus GS 300 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		6.8 sec14.7 sec143 mph
    		3.4 sec12.7 sec193 mph
    2018 BMW M3

    Ranked #2

    		4.1 sec12.3 sec155 mph
    		4.4 sec14.7 sec143 mph
    2018 Audi S3

    Ranked #4

    		4.7 sec13.6 sec155 mph
    		5 sec13.6 sec-
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    2018 Lexus GS 300 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.
      2018 Audi A4

      Ranked #1

      		27 mpg37 mpg31 mpg15.3 gal.413.10/566.10 mi.
      		24 mpg37 mpg29 mpg14.8 gal.355.2/547.6 mi.
      		25 mpg34 mpg28 mpg16.6 gal.348.6/498 mi.
      		23 mpg35 mpg28 mpg15.8 gal.379.2/553 mi.
      		25 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.5 gal.487.5/663 mi.

      2018 Lexus GS 300 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.
        		206.7 in.74.9 in.58.7 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.
        		200.1 in.74.4 in.57.1 in.6 in.120.5 in.
        		196.5 in.74.4 in.58.3 in.5.3 in.118.5 in.
        2018 Audi A7

        Ranked #4

        		196.2 in.75.2 in.55.9 in.4.4 in.114.7 in.
        		195.9 in.73.4 in.56.9 in.-113 in.

        2018 Lexus GS 300 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.
          		12 cu.ft.95.4 cu.ft.218.9 cu.ft.
          		10.4 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi A7

          Ranked #3

          		24.5 cu.ft.127.3 cu.ft.97.1 cu.ft.
          		13.7 cu.ft.97 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.
          		15.4 cu.ft.96.5 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.

          2018 Lexus GS 300 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.-
            		79.2 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.-
            2018 Audi S3

            Ranked #3

            		15.4 cu.ft.8.2 cu.ft.8.2 cu.ft.-
            		16 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.-
            		20.8 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.-
            		83.2 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.211 ft.

            2018 Lexus GS 300 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-825 lbs.3805 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-3373 lbs.
              		1000 lbs.-3739 lbs.
              		-1153 lbs.3652 lbs.
              		-1070 lbs.3274 lbs.
              		-900 lbs.3295 lbs.

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