2017 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid

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Rating7.8

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Midsize Hybrid Sedan
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$63,635 - $68,680
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on February 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

One of the most efficient midsize luxury sedans

Unintuitive infotainment interface that isn't user friendly

Previously optional Lexus Safety System+ is now standard equipment

Well-made cabin with plenty of space and luxury

Costs an awful lot more than the gasoline counterpart

Sporty handling and fast acceleration for the segment and for a hybrid

Non-folding rear seats

Specs & Features

$63,635

price

338 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

257 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

torque

Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic

transmission

3.5L 6cyl RWD CVT

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Lexus GS 450h Sedan fares well in the midsize luxury sedan segment. Adding $12,940 to the price of the standard gasoline variant, the GS 450h hybrid carries a base price of MSRP $63,635 and is offered in a single trim. The engine on service here is a familiar 3.5L V6 supported by an 18.1 kWh battery pack. Mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission, it makes 338 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. The combined fuel economy improves from 23 MPG on the standard gasoline variant to 31 MPG on the hybrid variant, making the increase in sticker price worth it. Performance of the GS 450h hybrid also improves here, with the car accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds. Lexus offers the same 10 colors for the GS 450h hybrid. The GS 450h mainly competes against the Acura RLX Hybrid Sedan and the Infiniti Q70 Hybrid Sedan.

Buying Advice

The 2017 Lexus GS 450h Sedan is a strong, efficient, and luxurious hybrid offering in its segment. It is a well-packed standalone trim while we would recommend adding the optional heated rear seats for added comfort.

Trims

    Base
    $63,635 onwards
    • 12-Speakers premium sound system
    • 18-Inch wheels
    • Blind spot monitor
    • Heated and ventilated front seats
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Leather upholstery
    • Navigation system
    • Rear cross traffic alert
    • Rearview camera
    • Sunroof
    F Sport
    $68,680 onwards
    • Engine: 3.5L 6cyl RWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 338 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 257 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 143 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 31 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$63,635- $68,680

Engine

hybrid

Rating

7.8

Horsepower

338 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

257 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

Capacity

5

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$54,450- $60,450

Gasoline

7.23

310 hp @ 6500 rpm

272 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$53,795- $87,795

Gasoline

8.08

265 hp @ 5500 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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$45,995- $70,795

Gasoline

7.45

268 hp @ 5600 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

5

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$68,100- $72,200

Gasoline

7.74

365 hp @ 6000 rpm

376 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$50,100- $67,400

Gasoline

7.28

330 hp @ 7000 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$41,820

hybrid

7.94

200 hp @ 5700 rpm

156 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$41,370- $43,535

Gasoline

6.48

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$44,720- $65,075

Gasoline

8.11

305 hp @ 6500 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$39,500- $52,900

Gasoline

8.09

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

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2017 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6 sec14.7 sec143 mph
    5.2 sec--
    5.3 sec--
    5.5 sec--
    5.6 sec14.1 sec-
    5.6 sec13.8 sec-

    2017 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      29 mpg34 mpg31 mpg17.4 gal.504.6/591.6 mi.
      40 mpg39 mpg40 mpg17.2 gal.688/670.8 mi.
      41 mpg38 mpg40 mpg13.5 gal.574/532 mi.
      28 mpg33 mpg30 mpg17.8 gal.498.4/587.4 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg17.4 gal.- -
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg19.5 gal.429/585 mi.

      2017 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid 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.
        204.9 in.75.4 in.58.9 in.5.1 in.124.4 in.
        204.1 in.74 in.58 in.7 in.122.4 in.
        201.4 in.75.3 in.58.5 in.6 in.117.9 in.
        196.1 in.74.4 in.57.7 in.3.8 in.112.2 in.
        195.5 in.72.2 in.57.2 in.6 in.114.6 in.

        2017 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          13.2 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.
          11.1 cu.ft.96.4 cu.ft.11.1 cu.ft.
          15.3 cu.ft.108.2 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.
          15.7 cu.ft.113.2 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.
          -88.2 cu.ft.53.2 cu.ft.
          13.7 cu.ft.97 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.

          2017 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.-
            81.6 cu.ft.11.1 cu.ft.11.1 cu.ft.-
            12.1 cu.ft.12.1 cu.ft.12.1 cu.ft.-
            21.6 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.110 ft.
            11.3 cu.ft.11.3 cu.ft.11.3 cu.ft.-
            9.8 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.-

            2017 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              825 lbs.4112 lbs.
              -3867 lbs.
              905 lbs.3682 lbs.
              1153 lbs.3652 lbs.
              -4134 lbs.
              -4224 lbs.

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