Lexus GS 2015 vs Skoda Superb 2015
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
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| Lexus GS is available only with automatic gearbox, whereas Skoda Superb has both automatic and manual transmission options. | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Lexus GS is available with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive, while Skoda Superb can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Lexus GS also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 5.0 | 1.4 - 2.0 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 181 - 477 HP | 120 - 280 HP | |
| Torque: | 221 - 530 NM | 200 - 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.6 - 9 seconds | 5.8 - 11 seconds | |
| In general, Lexus GS are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Skoda Superb. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.4 - 12.3 | 3.8 - 7.1 | |
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Lexus GS petrol engines consumes on average 5.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than Skoda Superb. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 148 - 149 mm (5.8 - 5.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Superb can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.88 m | 4.86 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus GS is 2 cm longer than the Skoda Superb, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus GS is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 458 litres | 625 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Skoda Superb has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Lexus GS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 0.1 metres more than that of the Skoda Superb. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`259 kg | ~ 2`061 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`787 kg | ~ 1`428 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 472 kg | ~ 633 kg | |
| Lexus GS load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 34 procentiem less than Skoda Superb. Therefore, Skoda Superb is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 21 200 | 17 400 | |
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