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Lexus GS 300 was redesigned for 2006, upgraded with smooth engine, luxurious interiors, and excellent handling.

It was available with standard automatic transmission and was offered with choice of rear wheel, and all wheel drive.

Overview of GS 300

2006 GS 300 was a four-door five-passenger midsize luxury sedan that was offered in just one trim, with standard automatic transmission, and choice of RWD and AWD.

Comparison of GS 300 Engine with GS 350

GS 300 is equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 engine that produces 245 hp @ 6200 rpm and 230 lb-ft of torque @ 3600 rpm, mated to a standard six-speed automatic transmission with standard rear wheel drive and optional all wheel drive enhances handling further.

New Lexus GS 350

GS 350 is incorporated with 3.5-liter V6 engine that cranks up 303 hp @ 6200 rpm and 274 lb-ft of torque @ 3600 rpm, mated to a standard six-speed automatic transmission standard rear wheel drive; AWD is again optionally available.

Performance Summary

New Lexus GS 300 can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 6.8 seconds and attain a top speed of 149 mph while GS 350 takes 5.7 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph and it can reach a top speed of 131 mph.

Fuel Economy

The fuel economy of GS 300 is 19 mpg in the city, 27 mpg on highway, resulting in overall 23 mpg, while GS 350 yields 19 mpg in the city, 26 mpg on highway, and 22 mpg on an average.

Pricing

The new GS 300 is priced around $20,032 while Lexus GS 350 costs $46,900.