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2018 Lexus GS 350 review

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Lexus GS 350 highlights

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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

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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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What is new for the 2018 Lexus GS 350?

  • Enhanced safety features including adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist
  • Updated infotainment system with larger touchscreen and improved connectivity options
  • New engine option available for better fuel efficiency
  • Standardization of advanced driver-assistance systems across all trims
  • Removal of the manual transmission option in favor of an automatic-only lineup

2018 Lexus GS 350 trims

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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:

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

Customer ratings

4 out of 5

1 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

4
Excellent

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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Lexus GS 350 features and specs

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F-Sport 4D Sedan 2WD

Standard Features

  • Front Seat Heaters
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Heated Mirrors
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Automatic Transmission
  • CD Audio
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Navigation System
  • Satellite Radio Ready

Optional Features

  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Head Up Display
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • 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

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