2005 Lexus GS 430 Review
Price Estimate: $2,740 - $4,428





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Powerful engine, extensive list of safety features onboard, available Mark Levinson audio system, Lexus quality and refinement.
Cons
- Navigation system makes for clumsy control of the audio and climate control system, doesn't communicate with the driver enough given the sporting mission of the car.
What’s new
The GS 430 continues into 2005 with no changes.
Edmunds says
A premium sedan to consider if you can't decide which you like more, luxury or sport.
For sale near Celina, OH
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$273/mo for GS 430 Base
GS 430 Base
vs
$164/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Lexus GS 430 Owner Reviews
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I'd buy another one at the drop of a hat
4.88 out of 5 starsJRamey, 05/02/2010
2003 Lexus GS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
Let me first say that I am a career GM salesman! I would have never in a million years bought a Lexus, but we traded it in and I bought it. I LOVE the car! The seats and the interior are what sold me on the car. Thank God it was the V8 model... it's powerful, sleek, and butter smooth. The Nav and Mark Levinson audio system make trips a blast. The true test is that I bought mine … AFTER someone else put 75,000 miles of business use on the car and it's still tight as a drum and runs like a dream. As I have a habit of running through a vehicle about every 6 to 9 months. This time though, I think I'll keep my Lexus and park way in the back at work!
GS430 Best car ever made
5 out of 5 starsjakeMcknight, 10/12/2002
2003 Lexus GS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
I waited for 6yrs to buy this car and
when I bought was not disappointed.I
also looked closely at
the 540i and M3. Nothing can beat the
performance of the M3 yet nothing can
beat the luxury and looks of a
black/black GS430. And with all that
luxury it is still quick enough to beat
almost all comers from a stand still at
the traffic light (including a 540i). .
The 540 … is a weak car in my opinion and
is over priced. The M3 is too expensive
to maintain but handles like a F1
racing machine
The GS is comfortable, fun to drive,
the interior is rich, the Audio and Nav
are just super and the quietness of the
cabin is unparalleled.Lexus service is
exceptional.
Rocket on wheels
5 out of 5 starsTeebone, 08/17/2004
2003 Lexus GS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
Awesome car to drive and faster than
most sports cars out there. The person,
"Must get another car for winter by
jhave001" who rated this car 1.9 has no
clue what he's talking about. He rates
the performance 1.0 and reliability 1.0.
I don't think this person has ever
drove the GS430 let alone be able to
afford it. He's one of those that
drives the Ford Pinto, adds … 22" Rims and
adds a Boeing 747 Spoiler and thinks
it's his Mercedes.
Best of both worlds
5 out of 5 starsGSLover, 01/21/2003
2003 Lexus GS 430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
I have to say that this car is just
perfect, no problems yet, and Lexus
reliabilty is just Top notch.. This car
has so much torque down low and without
even pressing the gas that much the car
holds u in the seat quite firmly, and
it is so tame when u want it to be.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2005 Lexus GS 430, so we've included reviews for other years of the GS 430 since its last redesign.
2005 GS 430 Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $47,975 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $273/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the GS 430 include:
- Alarm
- Stability Control
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 – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintMarginal
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