Lexus GS400
In the middle of the Lexus line, the GS series consists of the inline-6
powered 300 and V8 powered 400 sedans, both with rear-wheel
drive. Lexus describes the GS series as more driver-oriented than the flagship
LS series. With high power to weight ratios, both GSs have
impressive acceleration, particularly the 400 with its 300 horsepower,
aluminum engine with Variable Valve Timing, a design feature
shared by the inline-6. Vehicle skid control is available on the GSs, and
electronic traction control and anti-lock brakes are also standard.
GS changes for the 1999 model year are minimal.
Major Equipment
Major Standard Features:
Air conditioning, Driver side airbag, Passenger side airbag, Alloy wheels,
Anti-lock brakes, Anti-theft vehicle, Cruise control, Rear
defogger, Keyless entry unlock, Fog lamps, Power brakes, Power locks, Power
mirrors, Heated side mirror, Power steering, Power
windows, AM radio, FM radio, Cassette, Anti-theft radio, Power seats, Leather
seats, Tachometer, Tilt steering, Traction control
Major Optional Features:
CD player, Rear Spoiler, Telephone
Specifications
Prices and Std. Engine
Base Price
$45,505
Dealer Invoice
$39,066
Destination Charge
$495
Package Req'd.
No
Std. Engine
4.0L V8
Std. Trans.
5 Speed Automatic
Engine Type
4.0L V8
Displacement (cc/ci)
3969/242
Valves
32
Horsepower
300@6000
Torque
310@4000
Fuel System
SEFI
Transmission
Auto OD
Fuel Economy (City/Hwy)
17/24
Interior Dimensions
Head Room (Fr/Rr)
39.0/37.4
Leg Room (Fr/Rr)
44.5/34.3
Shldr Room (Ft/Rr)
57.7/56.6
Hip Room (Ft/Rr)
55.0/56.1
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Curb Weight (MT/AT)
NA/3693
Wt. Dist. (Man-Auto)
NA/NA-54/46
Wheelbase
110.2
Track (Fr/Rr)
60.4/59.4
Length
189.2
Width
70.9
Height
55.9
Capacity & Volume
Cargo Volume (EPA/Mfr)
15/14.8
Fuel Capacity
19.8
Tow Capacity (Std/Max)
NR/NR
Seating (Std.)
5
Seating (Opt.)
NA
EPA Class
MIDSIZE
Pass. Vol. (EPA/Mfr)
100/100.0
Steering, Suspension, Brakes
Steer Diam. (Curb)
37.1/37.1
Engine Locat./Drive
FR/RWD
Brakes (Fr/Rr)
Disc/Disc
Steering
R&P
Suspension (Fr/Rr)
Ind/Ind
Tires
225/55R16
Warranty
Basic (Months/Miles)
48/50000
Pwrtrn (Months/Miles)
72/70000
Rust (Months/Miles)
72/Unlimited