Lexus GS 2 / Toyota Aristo (S160) Sedan (1997-2000)

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Lexus GS Mark II (chassis code S160) is an executive sedan in production from 1997 to 2000, whereupon it received a facelift. It was available with a range of inline-6 and V8 engines that displaced 3.0 to 4.0 liters. Toyota marketed the same vehicle as Toyota Aristo in Japan.
The base engine was the 2JZ-GE 3.0L naturally-aspirated I6 in the GS 300. A V8 powered by 1UZ-FE was sold as GS 400.
In Japan, the Toyota Aristo also had the 2JZ-GTE, bi-turbo I6 that is adored by enthusiasts the world over. Unfortunately, it was not available outside Japan.
Lexus has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.28 coefficient of drag to show for it.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Lexus GS II comes with double-wishbone suspensions at all four corners. This provides the good cornering performance and durability, though multi-link tends to be more tunable.

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What we found**

Neofiliac score 82% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Interesting and reliable engine lineup
  • Superb build quality
  • Great suspension setup
  • Good 0.28 drag coefficient
  • Good fit and finish
Cons
  • 2JZ-GTE only available in Japan

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Specifications

GS 300GS 400

Capacity

Cargo Capacity510 L / 18.0 cu-ft
Fuel Capacity80.0 L / 21.1 gal75.0 L / 19.8 gal
Passengers5
Payload400 kg / 882 lbs451 kg / 994 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearDisc
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
Suspension | RearDouble-wishbone
Tire Size225/55 R16225/55 R16
Turning Circle11.0 m / 36.1 ft

Construction

Body Style4-door Sedan

Dimensions

Ground Clearance155 mm / 6.1 in
Size | Height1445 mm / 56.9 in1440 mm / 56.7 in
Size | Length4805 mm / 189.2 in4800 mm / 189.0 in
Size | Width1800 mm / 70.9 in
Track Width | Front1535.0 mm / 60.4 in
Track Width | Rear1510.0 mm / 59.4 in
Weight1720.0 kg / 3792.0 lbs1674.0 kg / 3690.5 lbs
Wheel Size7.5J x 16
Wheelbase2800 mm / 110.2 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h8.2 sec5.9 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph7.8 sec5.6 sec
CO2 Emission278 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag0.290.30
Fuel Economy11.4 L/100km / 20.6 MPG (combined) | 16.0 L/100km / 14.7 MPG (urban) | 8.8 L/100km / 26.7 MPG (highway)12.4 L/100km / 19.0 MPG (combined) | 13.8 L/100km / 17.0 MPG (urban) | 10.2 L/100km / 23.1 MPG (highway)
Top Speed230.0 km/h / 142.9 mph250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph
Towing Capacity750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 2000 kg / 4409 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Engine2JZ-GE1UZ-FE
Engine | Bore86.0 mm / 3.4 in87.5 mm / 3.4 in
Engine | Compression Ratio10.5:1
Engine | Displacement3.0 L / 182.9 cu-in / 2997.0 cc4.0 L / 242.2 cu-in / 3969.0 cc
Engine | Power222.0 hp / 165.5 kW @ 5800 rpm300.0 hp / 223.7 kW @ 6000 rpm
Engine | Redline6350 rpm
Engine | Specific Output74.1 hp/L / 1.2 hp/cu-in75.6 hp/L / 1.2 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke86.0 mm / 3.4 in82.5 mm / 3.2 in
Engine | Torque298 Nm / 219.8 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm420 Nm / 309.8 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-6 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V8 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears5-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomatic

Production

Availability1997 ~ 20001997 ~ 2000

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