Lexus GS 450h

The Lexus GS 450h is a five-seat sedan produced from 2012 onwards, featuring a 3.5-litre six-cylinder petrol engine with 218 kW of power. It measures 4,841 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,941 kg.
| Manufacturer | Lexus |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2012 |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Displacement | 3,500 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 8.6 l/100 km |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Lexus GS 450h (from registration data). 3 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 l ยท 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | โ | 10.2 l/100 km | 2007โ2009 |
| 3.5 l ยท 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | โ | 9.2 l/100 km | 2010โ2013 |
| 3.5 l ยท 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | โ | 7.6 l/100 km | 2014โ2018 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
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Common problems & reliability
US owners have filed 1 complaints for the Lexus GS 450h, most often about service brakes. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy. In the UK, 82% of Lexus GS 450hs pass their MOT test first time, based on 1,354 inspections.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data โ not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain), DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Lexus GS 450h in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Lexus recalls.