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Consumer Reports Reviews the Lexus GS300

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The Lexus GS300 is a sedan offered in a 4dr Sdn AWD, 4dr Sdn RWD and 4dr Sdn Hybrid. The powertrains include 3.5-liter V6 (306 hp) and 3.5-liter V6 hybrid (338 hp) engines, and 6-speed automatic and CVT transmissions. It is Rear or AWD wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 19 mpg city to 28 mpg highway. The GS uses Premium fuel.

Competing models include Infiniti M, Cadillac CTS, BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Last Model Reviewed: 2013

Reviewed Lexus GS300s from Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports has placed the following models through over 50 tests at our test track:

  • 2007 Lexus GS300 450h V6 CVT
  • 2006 Lexus GS300 300 V6

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