1996 Lexus GS 300
The 1996 Lexus GS 300 is a 220-hp 3.0-liter inline-6 sedan with an electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission w/intelligence, od and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $45,700 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 220 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 210 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The GS measures 194.9 inches long on a 109.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,673 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $45,700 ($94,662 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2JZ-GE 3.0L inline-6; cast-iron block, aluminum DOHC 24-valve cylinder head, Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 220 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 210 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24-valve |
| Injection Type | Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission w/intelligence, OD |
| 1st Gear | 2.804 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.978 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.531 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| 5th Gear | 0.705 |
| Final Drive | 3.01 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 194.9 in |
| Width | 70.7 in |
| Height | 55.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,673 lbs |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars