2017 Lexus GS F

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Rating7.8

Ranked #11 in 

Midsize Sedan
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$83,940
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 5, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

New suspension makes the ride more pleasant

Offers only a single powertrain

Heads-up display is also an option now

Commendable fuel economy despite a powerful V8

The second-row legroom is the least spacious in the segment

19-inch painted forged wheels

Responsive gas and brake pedals

No significant optional packages are available

Linear adaptive variable suspension

Smokey Granite Mica exterior color

Specs & Features

$83,940

price

467 hp @ 7100 rpm

horsepower

389 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.0L 8cyl RWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize sedan segment, the 2017 Lexus GS F Sedan is a direct competitor to the Mercedes-Benz E43 Sedan, the Cadillac CTS V-Sport, and the Infiniti Q70. With standalone trim, the GS F starts off at an MSRP of $83,940. It is offered with a 5.0L V8 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, producing 467 horsepower and 389 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the GS F manages a 0-60 of 4.5 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. 

Buying Advice

It is a pity that you don’t have much freedom with the GS F when it comes to customization. However, on a plus side, it does come equipped with a number of features by default. Meanwhile, you should select the newly available color heads-up display worth $900.

Trims

    Base
    $83,940 onwards
    • 10-way power adjustable heated front seat
    • 12-Speakers premium audio system
    • Automatic climate control
    • Head-Up display
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Navigation

Compare to similar cars

Price

$83,940

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.8

Horsepower

467 hp @ 7100 rpm

Torque

389 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

5

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Gasoline

8.02

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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$68,800- $129,500

Gasoline

8.52

333 hp @ 5500 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

5

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$51,200- $58,750

Gasoline

8.05

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$64,000

Gasoline

7.69

320 hp @ 5500 rpm

330 lb.-ft. @ 1380 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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$85,995

Gasoline

6.3

640 hp @ 6400 rpm

630 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

5

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$27,995- $65,945

Gasoline

7.06

292 hp @ 6350 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.51

311 hp @ 6000 rpm

293 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

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Gasoline

7.28

330 hp @ 7000 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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2017 Lexus GS F vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.4 sec14.7 sec143 mph
    3.7 sec11.7 sec-
    2017 BMW M3

    Ranked #3

    4.9 sec13.3 sec130 mph
    5.2 sec13.6 sec155 mph
    5.2 sec13.5 sec166 mph
    2017 Audi A7

    Ranked #4

    5.2 sec14.1 sec130 mph

    2017 Lexus GS F vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2017 Lexus GS F

      Ranked #10

      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg17.4 gal.278.4/417.6 mi.
      2017 Audi A6

      Ranked #1

      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.8 gal.475.2/673.2 mi.
      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg14.5 gal.333.5/493 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18 gal.432/612 mi.
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/556.8 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg19 gal.418/570 mi.

      2017 Lexus GS F vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2017 Lexus GS F

        Ranked #14

        193.5 in.72.6 in.56.7 in.5.1 in.112.2 in.
        200 in.73.8 in.58.1 in.5.1 in.116.9 in.
        198.4 in.75 in.58.2 in.4.9 in.120.2 in.
        197.6 in.72.2 in.57.2 in.5 in.114.6 in.
        196.5 in.74.4 in.58.3 in.5.3 in.118.5 in.
        2017 Audi A7

        Ranked #5

        196.2 in.75.2 in.55.9 in.4.4 in.114.7 in.

        2017 Lexus GS F vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2017 Lexus GS F

          Ranked #11

          14 cu.ft.90.8 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.
          2017 Audi A7

          Ranked #1

          24.5 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.
          16.5 cu.ft.104.7 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.
          15.4 cu.ft.96.5 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.
          13.9 cu.ft.100.4 cu.ft.13.9 cu.ft.
          2017 BMW M3

          Ranked #5

          13 cu.ft.62.5 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.

          2017 Lexus GS F vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.-
            150 cu.ft.16.5 cu.ft.150 cu.ft.61 ft.
            14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.-
            -17.7 cu.ft.--
            14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.-
            12.4 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.-

            2017 Lexus GS F vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -865 lbs.4034 lbs.
              2017 Audi A7

              Ranked #1

              7716 lbs.-4244 lbs.
              3700 lbs.-4012 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1159 lbs.3958 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3739 lbs.
              -1074 lbs.4195 lbs.

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