2018 Lexus GS 350 review
Lexus GS 350 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Great luxury interior
- Powerful V6
- Impressive ride quality
Cons
- No Apple and Android integration
- Infotainment system tricky to use
- Rear seats don't fold, reducing cargo capacity
Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 26 highway, 22 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Sporty luxury
For the 2018 model year, you can choose between two great trim levels, including the base and the F Sport. You can find both trim levels have standard rear-wheel-drive but are available with optional all-wheel-drive. The GS 350 has a great standard 3.5L V6 engine producing 311 horsepower. Along with many standard features, a host of upgrades are available. Use the features filter to search our lots for a variety of comfort and convenience packages, and you are sure to find just the right 2018 GS 350.
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2018 Lexus GS 350 trims
Base:
- 311-hp, 280-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leatherette Seats
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seats
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F-Sport:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- No significant upgrades found on the F-Sport
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5 reasons to buy the 2018 Lexus GS 350
1. Loads of standard features
The base AWD trim for the 2018 model year gets standard features like simulated leather upholstery, keyless ignition and entry, a sunroof, power-adjustable and heated front seats, driver-seat memory settings, and an automatic climate control system. Exterior standard stuff includes LED headlights and heated, power-folding mirrors. If you are looking for leather upholstery, the rear-wheel-drive base model gets it as standard for 2018.
2. Great V6 power
Check out the 2018 GS 350, and you'll find a standard 3.5L V6 engine. It puts out a stout 311 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. The GS 350 comes in either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel-drive, and you'll get an eight-speed automatic or a six-speed automatic, respectively.
3. Fun F Sport option
Check out the F Sport trim if you want your 2018 GS 350 with a bit more sport. The rear-wheel-drive version has standard features like trim-specific 19-inch wheels, a sport-tuned adaptive variable suspension, and bigger front brakes. The interior and exterior also feature sporty upgrades that are specific to the F Sport trim. The AWD version is similar but doesn't feature larger brakes.
4. Luxury upgrades available
There are a bunch of optional packages available, so search our lots to find just the right 2018 GS 350. The Premium package is optional on the base AWD and standard on the base RWD. It includes heated and ventilated front seats, automatic wipers, and a power rear sunshade. If you want more, the Luxury package (GS 350 RWD or GS 350 AWD) has upgrades like wood trim, upgraded power front seats, premium leather, heated rear seats, and three-zone climate control with rear-seat climate and audio controls.
5. Lots of tech
Take a look at the 2018 GS 350, and you'll find a multitude of great technology features. Standard features include a 12.3-inch display screen, Bluetooth® connectivity, a navigation system, voice controls, and a 12-speaker sound system. A variety of driver aids, such as blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, also come standard.
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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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Base 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Mark Levinson Sound
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Spoiler
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
P235/45VR18
Rear tires
P235/45VR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Lexus GS 350 FAQ
The 2018 Lexus GS 350 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base : 20 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- F-Sport : 19 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
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 1 out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Car
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