1998 Lexus GS

JapanGasolineRWDSedan

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Specifications

Vehicle Details

Year
1998
Make
Lexus
Model
GS
Body Style
Sedan
Generation
JZS160
Seats
5
Doors
4
Fuel
Gasoline
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Automatic, 5-speed

Powertrain

Engine Name
400 Automatic
Engine Configuration
V
Power (hp)
305 hp
Power (kW)
224 kW
Torque
420 Nm (310 lb-ft)
Top speed
250 km/h (155 mph)
0–60 mph
5.4 seconds (estimated)
0–100 km/h
5.7 seconds
Displacement
3,969 cc

Dimensions

Length
4,805 mm (189.2 in)
Width
1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Height
1,445 mm (56.9 in)
Wheelbase
2,800 mm (110.2 in)
Curb weight
1,665 kg (3,671 lb)

Engine & Performance

Engine

Engine Fluids
Semi-synthetic Oil (viscosity)
  • 5W-30
  • 10W-30
Engine Oil, Volume
6.3 litres
Engine Configuration
Bore
87.5 mm (3.4 in)
Stroke
82.5 mm (3.2 in)
Compression Ratio
10.5 :1
Engine Configuration
V-Engine
Synchronization
Timing Belt
Engine Placement
Front

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission
Automatic, 5-speed

Brakes

Front Brakes
Disc Brakes
Rear Brakes
Disc Brakes
Front Brakes
Cooling
Ventilated

Fuel

General
Tank Volume
75 litres
Fuel Consumption NEDC
City
13.8 litres / 100 km
Highway
10.2 litres / 100 km

Dimensions & Weight

Exterior

Track, Front
1,535 mm (60.4 in)
Track, Rear
1,510 mm (59.4 in)
Turning Circle
11 m
Ground Clearance
105 mm (4.1 in)

Weight

Gross Weight
2,120 kg (4,674 lb)
Cargo Capacity
455 kg (1,003 lb)
Max Roof Load
100 kg (220 lb)

Exterior

Chassis & Body

Chassis
Chassis
Sedan
Platform
Toyota Platform
N Platform

Equipment

Windows
Window Lifts, Front
Powered
Other Equipment
Sunroof
Optional
Normal Roof
Yes

Lights

Fog Lights
Yes
Fog Lights
Front
Yes

Rims & Tires

Number of Bolts
5 pcs
Bolt Distance
114.3
Nut/Bolt Dimensions
M12x1.5
Central Bore (CB), front
60.1
Fastening Type
Lug Nuts

Interior

Equipment

Instrument Cluster
Trip Computer
Yes
Tachometer
Analogue
Instrument Cluster › Trip Computer
Display
Yes
Climate Control
Climate Control
Automatic
Air Condition
Yes
Outside Temperature Indicator
Yes
Connectivity
Radio
Yes
Media Format
Cassette
Connectivity › Media Format
CD
Yes
Displays
Center Display
Optional

Seats

Colour & Material
Upholstery
Leather
Front Seats
Power Seat, Driver
Yes
Power Seat, Passenger
Yes
Heated Seats
Optional

Trunk

Rear Trunk
Yes
Automatic Open
Optional
Rear Trunk
Volume
515 litres
Depth
1,060 mm (41.7 in)

Features

Comfort Features

Cruise Control
Yes

Other Features

GPS
Optional

Safety & Security

Assist Systems

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes

Brake Systems

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes

Other Features

Immobiliser
Yes
Anti-theft Alarm
Yes
Central Locking
Yes

Airbags

Feature
Frontal Airbag
Side Chest Airbag

Other

Identification

VIN Location
Engine Compartment, Bulkhead
Right

Car Classification

American Classification
Mid-Size Luxury Car
British Classification
Executive Car
Australian Classification
Large Car
European Segment
E-Segment
Car.info Classification
Executive Car

Awards

Motor Trend
Import Car of the Year
1998

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