2020 Lexus GS 350 Review
Price Range: $37,990 - $41,998





+136
Below Average
7.1
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The Lexus GS is one of the more exciting vehicles from Lexus. It was among the first to popularize hybrid technology as a performance enhancer. And it often strikes a great balance between performance and comfort, yet it remains more affordable than its European competition.
The current model GS is getting a bit on in years and it's starting to show, having not had a significant redesign since 2013. There are still things to like about it, but it's hard to justify against the current competition.
The current model GS is getting a bit on in years and it's starting to show, having not had a significant redesign since 2013. There are still things to like about it, but it's hard to justify against the current competition.
2020 Lexus GS 350 Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What's new
- The Lexus GS 300 has been discontinued
- The GS 350 carries over unchanged for 2020
- Part of the fourth GS generation introduced for 2013
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Illinois
$252/mo for GS 350 Base
GS 350 Base
vs
$176/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
4 out of 5 stars4/5Excellent
#2 out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
$429/yr
vs. $729/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
Frequency
0.96x/yr
vs. 1.74x/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
Severity
7.3%
vs. 14.7%
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
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Lexus GS 350 Owner Reviews
Most Helpful Owner Reviews
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The unrecognized competitor of the A6 and 5 series
5 out of 5 starsRenee, 06/27/2018
2018 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
The Lexus GS350 is the luxury sport sedan that gives you the best of both worlds if you are looking for comfort and performance. It may lack a few seconds on the 0-60 time at 5.7 seconds compared to some of its German competitors, but makes up for that with the luxury features and overall quality expected from a Lexus. The F-Sport package gives the vehicle a unique styling and sportier … appearance compared to the regular trim level on the GS. Lexus is a brand well known for its reliability, comfort, and quietness and of course all factors are taken into account with the GS350, but the performance singles this vehicle out from the rest of the Lexus lineup. The GS350 is made for those who do not necessarily need to feel the road while driving but still would like great acceleration and handling. Lexus is stereotyped to older clientele, but as a 21 year old the F-sport styling swept me off my feet, but the ride is what sold me on the vehicle. The Triple-beam LED headlights are a must have feature when buying this vehicle and not only look high-end from a mile down the road, but give you unbelievable visibility. I recommend anyone to test drive the GS350 if you are considering any of the other competitors to this vehicle.
2020 GS350 is a perfect blend of luxury and sport
5 out of 5 starsAlan, 02/24/2020
2020 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
With this Lexus, what I was looking for was something good out of the box...something that I could simply drive, haul my small family around on the daily without concern for reliability or the desire to upgrade or modify anything. The GS checks all the boxes.
Sedan? Check
Top of the line Luxury? Check
Fantastic dealer experience? Check
300 HP minimum? Check
Great suspension with AVS? … Check
Rear wheel drive? Check
Relative to the expert review on this site...I don't care about the infotainment system clunkiness. It's not hard to use (for me). I don't care about the back seats not folding...because I know it's not a truck and if I needed that sort of space on the regular I'd buy a truck or SUV. Technology being dated? The vehicle has all the typical luxury amenities. Heated and cooled seats, great interior materials, folding mirrors, HUD, memory seating, an infotainment system with all the basic stuff.
Is the vehicle a perfect one-size fits all? No. But honestly...this car does pretty much everything I need and then some.
handles smoother than a glass of cabernet
5 out of 5 starssmiling, 01/17/2019
2019 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
Good gas mileage for a car that has 311 HP, roomy interior and style. Consider it if you are looking at a mid-size luxury vehicle with a roomy interior and good sized trunk.
The Real Deal
5 out of 5 starsStan, 08/11/2018
2018 Lexus GS 350 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 8A)
Perfect sporty and sophistication mix, throw in athletic handling, top of the line luxury inside and out, more tech features than you'll use, awesome sound system, excellent safety features, comfy seats and quiet smooth ride, ample power, and last but not least... incredible reliability, and you have a car to own that will take you on journeys for many, many, and many more miles without … the fear of the auto breaking down. Now that's a Real Deal. Not to mention it looks wonderful too. This car is one to buy and keep until it's old and gray.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2020 Lexus GS 350, so we've included reviews for other years of the GS 350 since its last redesign.
2020 GS 350 Highlights
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $51,065 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $252/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 18.4 cu.ft. |
all wheel drive | |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the GS 350 models:
- All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Also known as adaptive cruise control, this standard GS feature works all the way down to a stop, which isn't always the case.
- Pre-Collision System
- Warns about an imminent front collision, including one involving a pedestrian. Can automatically apply the brakes.
- Lane Departure Alert w/ Lane Keep Assist
- Warns the driver when the GS starts to leave its lane unintentionally. Can automatically apply steering to help you stay in the lane.
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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