2013 Lexus GS 350

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Rating8.1

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$47,250 - $49,800
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Decent ride and handling

Limited rear row space

No significant changes

Plush and well designed interiors

Engine isn't peppy for the class

Comfy seats and cabin is well insulated

Uninspiring performance

Sporty exterior design

Specs & Features

$47,250

price

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl RWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize sedan segment, the 2013 Lexus GS 350 Sedan is a direct competitor to the Cadillac CTS, the Audi A6, and the BMW 5 Series 535i. With standalone trim, the Lexus GS 350 Sedan carries an MSRP of $47,250. It offers a 3.5L V6 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 306 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Lexus GS 350 manages a 0-60 of 5.8 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG.

Buying Advice

There is only one trim level for the Lexus GS 350, which features a powerful engine. Our recommendation is that you opt for the F-Sport package which enhances the performance by adding bigger front brakes, 16-way power adjustable seats, performance steering and suspension tuning, etc.

Trims

    Base
    $47,250 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof

Compare to similar cars

Price

$47,250- $49,800

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.09

Horsepower

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

5

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$35,905- $45,385

Gasoline

7.91

280 hp @ 6200 rpm

254 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$60,100- $66,150

Gasoline

7.9

310 hp @ 5500 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

4

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$42,200- $56,950

Gasoline

8.11

211 hp @ 4300 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$47,800- $65,000

Gasoline

8.5

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

5

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$35,285- $39,240

Gasoline

8.14

303 hp @ 6800 rpm

264 lb.-ft. @ 5300 rpm

5

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$38,905- $51,650

Gasoline

8.6

270 hp @ 7000 rpm

223 lb.-ft. @ 5700 rpm

5

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$63,700- $64,605

Gasoline

6.87

420 hp @ 6000 rpm

417 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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$61,200- $63,700

Gasoline

7.86

420 hp @ 6000 rpm

417 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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$50,850- $51,755

Gasoline

7.57

330 hp @ 7000 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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2013 Lexus GS 350 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5.7 sec14.3 sec-
    4.7 sec13.4 sec-
    4.8 sec13.4 sec-
    5.3 sec14.1 sec-
    5.3 sec13.6 sec-
    2013 Audi A7

    Ranked #4

    5.4 sec14.2 sec130 mph

    2013 Lexus GS 350 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      19 mpg28 mpg23 mpg17.4 gal.330.6/487.2 mi.
      2013 Audi A6

      Ranked #1

      25 mpg33 mpg28 mpg19.8 gal.495/653.4 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg18.492 gal.425.5/629 mi.
      22 mpg33 mpg26 mpg16.5 gal.363/544.5 mi.
      21 mpg31 mpg24 mpg17.2 gal.361.2/533.2 mi.
      19 mpg28 mpg23 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/518 mi.

      2013 Lexus GS 350 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        190.7 in.72.4 in.57.3 in.5.7 in.112.2 in.
        200 in.73.8 in.58.1 in.5.1 in.116.9 in.
        196.9 in.73.1 in.59.2 in.7 in.111.7 in.
        2013 Audi A7

        Ranked #3

        195.6 in.75.2 in.55.9 in.5 in.114.7 in.
        195.3 in.73.9 in.57.5 in.4 in.114.5 in.
        194.7 in.72.6 in.59.6 in.5.7 in.114.2 in.

        2013 Lexus GS 350 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.3 cu.ft.109.1 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.
          2013 Audi A7

          Ranked #1

          24.5 cu.ft.94 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.
          13.3 cu.ft.100 cu.ft.83.7 cu.ft.
          14.9 cu.ft.103.6 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.
          14.9 cu.ft.98 cu.ft.71 cu.ft.
          2013 Acura TL

          Ranked #5

          13.1 cu.ft.98.2 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.

          2013 Lexus GS 350 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.72 ft.
            2013 Audi A7

            Ranked #2

            234.1 cu.ft.24.5 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.-
            18.2 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.-
            27.1 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.60 ft.
            2013 Acura TL

            Ranked #5

            63.3 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.73 ft.
            15.2 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.-

            2013 Lexus GS 350 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -1035 lbs.3795 lbs.
              3300 lbs.-3761 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3860 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-4051 lbs.
              2013 Audi A7

              Ranked #3

              -992 lbs.4167 lbs.
              2013 Acura TL

              Ranked #3

              -850 lbs.3726 lbs.

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