| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
A buttery-smooth transmission makes gearshifting effortless | Average cargo capacity | No significant changes |
The well-appointed cabin makes it a bang for the buck | Old tech system | |
Controlled handling and precise steering | Rear seats don't fold, limiting practicality |
$50,565
price311 hp @ 6400 rpm
horsepower280 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
torque6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission3.5L 6cyl AWD 6A
engine-
basic warrantyCompeting in the midsize sedan segment, the 2018 Lexus GS 350 is a direct competitor to the Volvo S90, the Audi A6, and the Acura RLX. With standalone trim on offer, the GS 350 carries an MSRP of $50,895. It is offered with a 3.5L V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, producing 311 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the GS 350 manages a 0-60 of 5.8 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG.
There are no exciting packages on offer but there are a few optional packages that you might like. Some include the Mark Levinson premium surround sound system, a heated steering wheel, and 19-inch split 5-spoke alloy wheels.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Lexus GS 350 Ranked #5 | 5.8 sec | 14.4 sec | - | |||
2018 Lexus GS F Ranked #1 | 4.4 sec | 14.7 sec | 143 mph | |||
2018 Audi A7 Ranked #2 | 5.2 sec | 14.1 sec | 130 mph | |||
2018 Infiniti Q70 Ranked #3 | 5.5 sec | - | - | |||
2018 Cadillac CTS Ranked #4 | 5.6 sec | 14.1 sec | - | |||
2018 Genesis G80 Ranked #6 | 5.9 sec | - | - |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Lexus GS 350 Ranked #7 | 19 mpg | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | 17.4 gal. | 330.6/452.4 mi. | |||
2018 Audi A6 Ranked #1 | 25 mpg | 34 mpg | 28 mpg | 19.8 gal. | 495/673.2 mi. | |||
2018 Jaguar XF Ranked #1 | 25 mpg | 34 mpg | 28 mpg | 19.5 gal. | 487.5/663 mi. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Ranked #2 | 24 mpg | 33 mpg | 27 mpg | 17.4 gal. | 417.6/574.2 mi. | |||
2018 BMW 5 Series Ranked #2 | 24 mpg | 34 mpg | 27 mpg | 18 gal. | 432/612 mi. | |||
2018 Volvo S90 Ranked #2 | 24 mpg | 34 mpg | 27 mpg | 14.5 gal. | 348/493 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Lexus GS 350 Ranked #14 | 192.1 in. | 72.4 in. | 57.9 in. | 5.5 in. | 112.2 in. | |||
2018 Lincoln Continental Ranked #1 | 201.4 in. | 75.3 in. | 58.5 in. | 6 in. | 117.9 in. | |||
2018 Volvo S90 Ranked #2 | 200.1 in. | 74.4 in. | 57.1 in. | 6 in. | 120.5 in. | |||
2018 Genesis G80 Ranked #3 | 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. | |||
2018 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #5 | 195.9 in. | 73.4 in. | 56.9 in. | - | 113 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Lexus GS 350 Ranked #9 | 14.3 cu.ft. | 99 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Audi A7 Ranked #1 | 24.5 cu.ft. | 127.3 cu.ft. | 97.1 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Cadillac CTS Ranked #2 | 13.7 cu.ft. | 97 cu.ft. | 13.7 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Lincoln MKZ Ranked #3 | 15.4 cu.ft. | 96.5 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Genesis G80 Ranked #4 | 15.3 cu.ft. | 107.7 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Ranked #5 | 12.6 cu.ft. | 88.2 cu.ft. | 48.9 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Lexus GS 350 Ranked #1 | 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. | - | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Ranked #2 | 48.9 cu.ft. | 12.6 cu.ft. | 48.9 cu.ft. | - | |||
2018 Cadillac CTS Ranked #3 | 83.2 cu.ft. | 13.7 cu.ft. | 13.7 cu.ft. | 211 ft. | |||
2018 Genesis G80 Ranked #4 | 68.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | - | |||
2018 Lexus GS F Ranked #5 | 14 cu.ft. | 14 cu.ft. | 14 cu.ft. | - | |||
2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ranked #6 | 16 cu.ft. | 13.1 cu.ft. | 16 cu.ft. | - |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2018 Lexus GS 350 Ranked #2 | - | 825 lbs. | 3891 lbs. | |||
2018 Lincoln MKZ Ranked #1 | 1000 lbs. | - | 3739 lbs. | |||
2018 Infiniti Q50 Ranked #2 | - | 1166 lbs. | 3671 lbs. | |||
2018 Jaguar XF Ranked #2 | - | 1466 lbs. | 3604 lbs. | |||
2018 Lexus ES 350 Ranked #2 | - | 1050 lbs. | 3690 lbs. | |||
2018 Infiniti Q70 Ranked #2 | - | - | 3876 lbs. |
