1997 Lexus GS 300
The 1997 Lexus GS 300 is a 220-hp 3.0-liter inline-6 sedan with a 5-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/od, ect-i intelligence, lockup torque converter, dual shift programs 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 3,660 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $45,700 ($92,539 *) |
| 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 | EFI (Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD, ECT-i intelligence, lockup torque converter, dual shift programs |
| 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 |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, double wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Independent, double wishbone |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.57 in. ventilated disc; power-assisted, 4-wheel ABS |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.01 in. ventilated disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 7.5 in. aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 7.5 in. aluminum |
| Tires Front | P215/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 194.9 in |
| Width | 70.7 in |
| Height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in |
| Front Track | 60.6 in |
| Rear Track | 60.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,660 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 44 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 57.3 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 56.7 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars