Lexus GS first generation
The Lexus GS first generation (1993–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: S140
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,970 mm Traficom | – | 4,950 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm Traficom | – | 1,796 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm Traficom | – | 1,400–1,420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,780–2,790 mm RDW | – | 2,779 mm |
| Front track | 1,535 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,510–1,515 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,580–1,675 kg RDW | – | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,680–1,775 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,120 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,200 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 368 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,747 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 230 km/h ASTRA | – | 230 km/h |
| Torque | 275–298 Nm ASTRA | – | 298 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/55R16, 235/45R17
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia (en, de), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
27 complaints for model years 1993–1996. 5 crashes · 5 injuries
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 4 versions of the Lexus GS first generation
United States 2 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1997(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1993–1995(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1997Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 299 g/km |
| 1995Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 306 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.