Lexus GS 2005 3.0 petrol description
Sedan Lexus GS 2005 300 has been produced from March, 2005 to December, 2007. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 249 horsepower on 6200 rpm and torque 310 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard.
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This Lexus GS 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-20, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.2 litres.
Lexus GS 2005 300 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Lexus GS 2005 300 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Lexus GS 2005 300 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.8 litres per 100km (10.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 71 litres or 18.76 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
Lexus GS safety
During safety testing Lexus GS has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Lexus GS is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Lexus GS got two stars.
Lexus GS 2005 300 technical data
| Model: | Lexus GS 300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2005. March ... 2007. December | ||
| Engine: | 2995 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 232 g/km |
| Power: | 249 HP ON 6200 RPM | Torque: | 310 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 240 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 litres (18.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.82m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2125 kg | ||
Lexus GS 2005 300 engine 3GR-FSE
| Engine displacement | 2994 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 87.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 83 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 300,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Lexus GS 2005 300 oil type | 5W-20, 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 250 - 256 HP ON 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 - 314 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Toyota |
| Start of production (year) | 2003 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2006 onwards. |
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All Lexus GS sedan [2005 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus GS 2005 3.0 300 V6 4x4 | 3.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 10.2 l/100km | All wheel |
| Lexus GS 2005 3.0 300 Mar 2005 — Dec 2007 | 3.0 Petrol | 249 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Lexus GS 2006 3.5 450h
Mai 2006 — Dec 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds |
3.5 Petrol | 296 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Lexus GS 2006 3.5 350 V6
Jan 2006 — Dec 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds |
3.5 Petrol | 307 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Lexus GS 2006 3.5 350 V6 4x4
Jan 2006 — Dec 2007 Most powerfull version (307 HP) |
3.5 Petrol | 307 HP | 10.2 l/100km | All wheel |
| Lexus GS 2005 4.3 430 Mar 2005 — Jun 2006 | 4.3 Petrol | 283 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |