Lexus Gs430 Vs. Gs350, is there anything to consider?

Gs430 Vs. Gs350’s discussion is logically valid because they share an almost competitive price range. Saying that because the first cause of comparing two trim is because of the mentioned fact. Specifically, this is the matter in this case.

Mentionable facts are they have major differences in performance, comfort, and overall features. Significantly, one will find that the GS350 option is the more performative and wisest option to choose. For detailed information, one will have to go through the article below.

Gs430 Vs. Gs350

Firstly, the GS430 and GS350 belong to the GS series of Lexus, which is an executive car option. Specifically, this is the Toyota Aristo launched in 1991 for the Japanese market. After that, they planned and designed this GS series for the non-Japanese market in1994 and continued with the production till 2020. In four generations, our trims belong to the third generation, which was launched in 2006.

So, these options belong to the same series and same generation. Well, one may make a verdict that they will not have such differences because of the reason. Without analyzing the facts concluding is foolishness. So, let’s see the differences they share, along with the similarities they have.

Table: Gs430 Vs. Gs350

Specifications	GS430	GS350
Base engine size	4.3 L	3.5 L
Cylinders	V8	V6
Base engine type	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	300 HP at 5,600 rpm	311 HP at 6,400 rpm
Torque	325 lb-ft at 3,400 rpm	280 lb-ft at 4,800 rpm
Valves	32	24
Cam-type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Valve timing	Variable	Variable
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drive type	Rear-wheel drive	Rear-wheel drive
Fuel type	Premium unleaded	Premium unleaded
Fuel economy in the city	16 MPC	19 MPG
Fuel Economy on the highway	23 MPG	27 MPG
Fuel economy combined	19 MPG	22 MPG
Driving range in the city	300.8 miles	330.6 miles
Driving range on the highway	432.4 miles	469.8 miles
Fuel tank capacity	18.8 gallons	17.4 gallons
Length	190.0 inches	192.1 inches
Overall Width	71.7 inches	72.4 inches
Height	56.1 inches	57.3 inches
Wheelbase	112.2 inches	112.2 inches
Ground Clearance	5.1 inches	5.1 inches
Starting MSRP	$51,375	$52,760

According to the data table, both of the trims share an almost comparable price range. So, it is logical to compare their features and benefits. Significantly, one will get a more powerful performance from the GS430 even if it is lower in price than the other one. However, the transmission of the GS350 is more developed.

Overall, the GS350 will be larger and has more fuel economy than the other one. Importantly, with lesser fuel tank capacity, this one will offer more driving range than the other one. Overall, it will be the wisest decision to choose the GS350 with the latest trim over the other one.

Even if it costs a little bit more, one will get satisfactory performance on the road. With a lesser fuel tank, it will give more range. Also, the consumption of fuel is good to go, which will lessen the maintenance cost eventually. Therefore, between these two trims, we choose and suggest that one may get the Lexus GS350 trim.

What is there to offer in the GS series of Lexus?

If one searches for the best performative and executive vehicle options for non-Japanese markets, they will find themselves in the Lexus GS series. These specific series offer the most powerful and intense option at an affordable range. Let us see the performance data of all the engines this series offers according to t years.

Model year	Engine type	Transmission	Power	Torque
1993–1997	3.0 L I6	4-speed AT	228 PS at 5,800 RPM	280 N⋅m or 210 lb⋅ftat 4,800 RPM
1998–2000	4.0 L V8	5-speed AT	305 PS at 6,000 RPM	420 N⋅m or 310 lb⋅ft at 4,000 RPM
1998–2004	3.0 L I6	5-speed AT	228 PS at 6,000 RPM	300 N⋅m or 220 lb⋅ftat 4,000 RPM
2001–2005	4.3 L V8	5-speed AT	305 PS at 5,600 RPM	441 N⋅m or 325 lb⋅ftat 4,000 RPM
2006–2007	3.0 L V6	6-speed AT	256 PS at 6,200 RPM	310 N⋅m or 230 lb⋅ftat 3,600 RPM
3.0 L V6	6-speed AT	256 PSat 6,200 RPM	310 N⋅m or230 lb⋅ft at 3,600 RPM
4.3 L V8	6-speed AT	294 PS at 5,600 RPM	434 N⋅m o320 lb-ft at 4,000 RPM
2007–2012	3.5 L V6 hybrid	CVT	344 PSat 6,400 RPM	490 N⋅m or 360 lb⋅ft at 4,600 RPM
3.5 L V6	6-speed AT	307 PSat 6,200 RPM	371 N⋅m or 274 lb⋅ft at 3,600 RPM
2008–2012	3.5 L V6	6-speed AT	307 PSat 6,200 RPM	371 N⋅m or 274 lb-ft at 3,600 RPM
4.6 L V8	8-speed AT	347 PSat 6,200 RPM	460 N⋅m or 340 lb-ft at 3,900 RPM
2012–2015	2.5L V6	6-speed AT	218 PSat 6,400 RPM	260 N⋅m or 190 lb-ft at 3,800 RPM
2013	3.5 L V6	6-speed AT	310 PSat 6,200 RPM	376 N⋅m or 277 lb⋅ft at 3,900 RPM
3.5 L V6	6-speed AT	310 PSat 6,200 RPM	376 N⋅m or 277 lb⋅ftat 3,900 RPM
2013–2020	3.5 L V6 hybrid	two-stage CVT	296 PSat 6,400 RPM	490 N⋅m or 360 lb⋅ftat 4,600 RPM
2014–2015	3.5 L V6	8-speed AT	310 PSat 6,200 RPM	376 N⋅m or 277 lb⋅ft at 3,900 RPM
3.5 L V6	6-speed AT	310 PSat 6,200 RPM	376 N⋅m or 277 lb⋅ftat 3,900 RPM
2016–2017	2.0 L I4 turbo	8-speed AT	240 PS at 4,800–5,600 RPM	350 N⋅m or 260 lb-ft at 1,650–4,000 RPM
2016–2020	3.5 L V6	8-speed AT	315 PSat 6,600 RPM	380 N⋅m or 280 lb⋅ftat 4,800 RPM
3.5 L V6	6-speed AT	315 PSat 6,600 RPM	380 N⋅m or 280 lb⋅ft at 4,800 RPM
5.0 L V8	8-speed AT	473 PSat 6,600 RPM	530 N⋅m or 390 lb-ft at 5,200 RPM
2018–2020	2.0 L I4 turbo	8-speed AT	240 PSat 4,800–5,600 RPM	350 N⋅m or 260 lb-ft at 1,650–4,000 RPM

Conclusion

In the discussion of Gs430 Vs. Gs350, we have logically concluded that the GS350 is the ideal option to choose. If one thinks otherwise, they can choose the other option over it or look for something else in this series.

However, to be in an up do date automotive market and to find the repairing and replacement easier, one must choose the model we suggested from this series. To be honest, we can just suggest and place a mirror in front of the pros and cons. Eventually, the decision is on the users or buyers to make and what they want.