Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 6 recorded runs

Lexus GS 430 0–60 Times

The Lexus GS 430 0–60 times and quarter mile times below are from 6 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Lexus GS 430 is the 2005 Lexus GS 430 Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.40 seconds at 98.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Lexus GS 430 is the 2006 Lexus GS 430 Sedan, which took 6.6 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 15.00 seconds at 95.0 mph, according to Motor Week.

Out of all the Lexus GS 430 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.02 seconds The average quarter mile time is 14.45 seconds at 98.26 mph.

Fastest 0–60 5.7sec 2005 Sedan
Average 0–60 6.02sec Across 6 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 14.45sec @ 98.3 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 6.6sec 2006 Sedan
2006 Lexus GS 430

Across 6 verified runs, the Lexus GS 430 ranges from 5.7 to 6.6 seconds 0–60, with a 6.02-second average.

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Tests by model year

6 tests · 4 years

2006

Lexus GS 430 · 2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.75 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#04
2006 Lexus GS 430 Sedan
6.0sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.50s ¼ mi @ 95.5 mph
0–60 mph 6.00 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.50 sec
Trap Speed 95.5 mph
Engine 4.3L V8
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 6A
MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #4 of 6
2006 Lexus GS 430 Sedan
#06
2006 Lexus GS 430 Sedan
6.6sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.00s ¼ mi @ 95.0 mph
0–60 mph 6.60 sec
¼ Mile ET 15.00 sec
Trap Speed 95.0 mph
Engine 4.3L V8
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 6A
MPG EPA 16 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Week
Overall Rank #6 of 6
2006 Lexus GS 430 Sedan

2005

Lexus GS 430 · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.40 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#01
2005 Lexus GS 430 Sedan
5.7sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.40s ¼ mi @ 98.0 mph
0–60 mph 5.70 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.40 sec
Trap Speed 98.0 mph
Engine 4.3L V8
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 6A
MPG EPA 16 C / 22 H / 17 Obs
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Car and Driver
Overall Rank #1 of 6
2005 Lexus GS 430 Sedan

2002

Lexus GS 430 · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.90 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#02
2002 Lexus GS 430 Sedan
5.9sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.50s ¼ mi @ 99.0 mph
0–60 mph 5.90 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.50 sec
Trap Speed 99.0 mph
Engine 4.3L V8
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 5A
MPG EPA 16 C / 21 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Car and Driver
Overall Rank #2 of 6
2002 Lexus GS 430 Sedan

2001

Lexus GS 430 · 2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.96 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.16 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#03
2001 Lexus GS 430 Sedan
5.9sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.90s ¼ mi @ 103.2 mph
0–60 mph 5.90 sec
¼ Mile ET 13.90 sec
Trap Speed 103.2 mph
Engine 4.3L V8
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 5A
MPG EPA 16 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #3 of 6
2001 Lexus GS 430 Sedan
#05
2001 Lexus GS 430 Sedan
6.0sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.42s ¼ mi @ 98.9 mph
0–60 mph 6.01 sec
¼ Mile ET 14.42 sec
Trap Speed 98.9 mph
Engine 4.3L V8
Drivetrain RWD
Transmission 5A
MPG EPA 16 C / 21 H
Production Vehicle Production
Body Type Sedan
Powertrain Gasoline
Test Source Motor Trend
Overall Rank #5 of 6
2001 Lexus GS 430 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 430 on record is the 2005 Lexus GS 430 Sedan, which runs 0–60 mph in 5.7 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 14.40 seconds at 98.0 mph.
The slowest recorded Lexus GS 430 is the 2006 Lexus GS 430 Sedan, which takes 6.6 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 15.00 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 6 verified runs, a Lexus GS 430 reaches 60 mph in 6.02 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 14.45 seconds at roughly 98.3 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, Motor Trend and Motor Week. 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
Motor Week

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 430 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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