2016 Lexus GS 350 review
Lexus GS 350 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Premium interior
- Powerful engine
- Great ride quality
Cons
- Tech interface could be better
- Predates Apple and Android integration
- Lots of features are buried in packages
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 26 highway, 22 combined
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Luxury road trip sedan
Finding just the right addition to your garage can be challenging. Do you want comfort? Do you want sportiness? Lexus builds a host of great options that fit the bill, including the 2016 GS 350. It has a powerful standard engine, a 3.5L V6 that produces 311 horsepower (up from 306 hp in 2015). It also has a premium interior with all the standard features you would expect in a Lexus. If you'd like more upgrades, you can search our lots for a variety of luxury and sporty packages to ramp up your driving experience.
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What is new for the 2016 Lexus GS 350?
- Trim Added: Sport Edition for enhanced performance and features
- Trim Discontinued: Base Model, now exclusively offering higher trims
- Standard Equipment on all: Advanced Safety Suite including adaptive cruise control
- New Equipment: Updated infotainment system with larger touchscreen and improved connectivity options
5 reasons to buy the 2016 Lexus GS 350
1. Lots of standard features
Come across the base version of the 2016 Lexus GS 350, and you'll be pleasantly surprised by how well-equipped it is. On the inside, you'll find standard leather upholstery, eight-way power front seats, driver seat memory functions, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, matte wood trim, and ambient lighting. Exterior features include 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, heated auto-dimming side mirrors, and a sunroof.
2. Great tech
It's pretty well-equipped from a technology perspective as well. You'll find Bluetooth® phone and audio connectivity, an impressive 12.3-inch screen with navigation, a rearview camera, and a 12-speaker surround-sound audio system. If you want more, look for great standalone options like a head-up display and a premium 17-speaker Mark Levinson® sound system.
3. Powerful V6
With a standard 3.5L V6 engine that produces 311 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque, the 2016 GS 350 has all the passing power you'll need. It comes with standard rear-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel-drive is optional, and gets a six-speed automatic.
4. Ramp up the luxury
Check out the optional Premium package if you want even more comfort and convenience. It includes adaptive headlights, an adaptive suspension, passenger seat memory functions, LED foglights, larger 19-inch wheels, upgraded leather upholstery, 14-way-adjustable front seats, glossy interior wood trim, rear-seat climate, and audio controls, manual rear door sunshades, and wood-trimmed steering wheel.
5. Cool F Sport option
The 2016 GS 350 can ramp up the sport in this luxury sedan. The F Sport package is an excellent option since it has everything in the Premium package and a host of performance upgrades. You'll get package-specific 19-inch wheels, sporty exterior styling and interior trim, a rear spoiler, a sport-tuned adaptive suspension, a variable-ratio steering system, upgraded brakes (RWD models), and 12-way-adjustable sport seats with four-way power lumbar.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Lexus GS 350 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus GS 350 2nd out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars.
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F-Sport 4D Sedan 2WD
Standard Features
- Traction Control
- Sunroof(s)
- Smart Key
- Side Airbags
- Rear View Camera
- Rear Defroster
- Power Windows
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Mirrors
- Power Locks
- Overhead Airbags
- Memory Seat(s)
- Leatherette Seats
- Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Air Conditioning
- ABS Brakes
- Alloy Wheels
- Automatic Transmission
- Satellite Radio Ready
- CD Audio
- Bluetooth Technology
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- AM/FM Stereo
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Parking Sensors
- Leather Seats
- Lane Departure Warning
- Head Up Display
- Front Seat Heaters
- Automated Cruise Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Rear Spoiler
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Navigation System
- Mark Levinson Sound
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
311
Torque (ft-lbs)
280
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
17.4
Wheelbase
112.2"
Overall length
192.1"
Width
72.4"
Height
57.3"
Leg room
F 42.3"/R 36.8"
Head room
F 38"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P235/40VR19
Rear tires
P265/35VR19
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2016 Lexus GS 350 FAQ
The 2016 Lexus GS 350 has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2016 Lexus GS 350, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2016 Lexus GS 350 Reviews.
The Lexus GS 350 received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Lexus GS 350 as 2 out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Car
Here are the pros and cons of the 2016 Lexus GS 350: Pros - Ride and Handling - Styling - Technology and Entertainment Cons - Seat Comfort
Here is what's new for the 2016 Lexus GS 350:
- F-Sport
- Leatherette Seats
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Navigation System
The 2016 Lexus GS 350 offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Gas: 19 city / 28 highway MPG (F-Sport trim) • Gas: 20 city / 29 highway MPG (Base trim) Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.
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