Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 4 recorded runs

Lexus GS 300 0–60 Times

The Lexus GS 300 0–60 times and quarter mile times below are from 4 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver and Motor Trend and more.

The fastest tested Lexus GS 300 is the 2006 Lexus GS 300 Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 7.2 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 15.40 seconds at 88.7 mph, according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested Lexus GS 300 is the 1994 Lexus GS 300 Sedan, which took 9.4 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 16.80 seconds at 84.4 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Lexus GS 300 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 8.05 seconds The average quarter mile time is 16.00 seconds at 87.68 mph.

Fastest 0–60 7.2sec 2006 Sedan
Average 0–60 8.05sec Across 4 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 16.00sec @ 87.7 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 9.4sec 1994 Sedan
2006 Lexus GS 300

Across 4 verified runs, the Lexus GS 300 ranges from 7.2 to 9.4 seconds 0–60, with a 8.05-second average.

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Tests by model year

4 tests · 4 years

2006

Lexus GS 300 · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 7.20 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.40 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#01
2006 Lexus GS 300 Sedan
7.2sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.40s ¼ mi @ 88.7 mph
0–60 mph 7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET 15.40 sec
Trap Speed 88.7 mph
Engine 3.0L V6
Drivetrain AWD
Transmission 6A
MPG EPA 19 C / 25 H
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #1 of 4
2006 Lexus GS 300 Sedan

2003

Lexus GS 300 · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 8.00 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.10 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#03
2003 Lexus GS 300 Sedan
8.0sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.10s ¼ mi @ 88.0 mph
0–60 mph 8.00 sec
¼ Mile ET 16.10 sec
Trap Speed 88.0 mph
Engine 3.0L I-6
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 5A
MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H / 20 Obs
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Car and Driver
Overall Rank #3 of 4
2003 Lexus GS 300 Sedan

1998

Lexus GS 300 · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 7.60 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.70 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#02
1998 Lexus GS 300 Sedan
7.6sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.70s ¼ mi @ 89.6 mph
0–60 mph 7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET 15.70 sec
Trap Speed 89.6 mph
Engine 3.0L I-6
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 5A
MPG EPA 17 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #2 of 4
1998 Lexus GS 300 Sedan

1994

Lexus GS 300 · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 9.40 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.80 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#04
1994 Lexus GS 300 Sedan
9.4sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.80s ¼ mi @ 84.4 mph
0–60 mph 9.40 sec
¼ Mile ET 16.80 sec
Trap Speed 84.4 mph
Engine 3.0L I-6
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 4A
MPG EPA 16 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #4 of 4
1994 Lexus GS 300 Sedan
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Performance distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Frequently asked

6 questions
The quickest Lexus GS 300 on record is the 2006 Lexus GS 300 Sedan, which runs 0–60 mph in 7.2 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 15.40 seconds at 88.7 mph.
The slowest recorded Lexus GS 300 is the 1994 Lexus GS 300 Sedan, which takes 9.4 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 16.80 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 4 verified runs, a Lexus GS 300 reaches 60 mph in 8.05 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 16.00 seconds at roughly 87.7 mph.
We have verified test data for 4 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver and Motor Trend. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Lexus GS 300 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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