Lexus GS 450h 0–60 Times
The Lexus GS 450h 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 4 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 450h is the 2007 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.50 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.10 seconds at 103.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested Lexus GS 450h is the 2013 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid, which took 6.00 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 14.40 seconds at 101.8 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Out of all the Lexus GS 450h tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 5.70 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 14.05 seconds at 102.20 mph.
Fastest 0–60
5.50sec
2007 Hybrid · stock
Average 0–60
5.70sec
Across 4 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
14.05sec
@ 102.2 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
6.00sec
2013 Hybrid
Across 4 verified runs, the Lexus GS 450h ranges from 5.50 to 6.00 seconds 0–60, with a 5.70-second average.
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Lexus GS 450h Performance Overview
Lexus positioned the GS 450h as the performance-focused hybrid in the GS range, and across 4 verified tests spanning 2007 to 2013, its results show a narrow, consistent performance band built around six-cylinder hybrid output. The third-generation S190, launched for 2007, used the 2GR-FSE hybrid system rated at 339 hp and set the model’s benchmark immediately: the 2007 Hybrid reached 60 mph in 5.5 seconds and covered the quarter-mile in 13.5 seconds at 101 mph. A second S190 test kept the average close, with the generation posting a 5.55-second mean to 60 mph.
By 2013, the GS 450h moved to the L10 generation with the 2GR-FXE-based hybrid system at 338 hp. Despite the hardware change, straight-line performance stayed near the earlier car’s level rather than shifting dramatically. The 2013 Hybrid recorded 0-60 in 5.7 seconds, while another 2013 Hybrid test came in at 6.0 seconds, establishing the model’s observed range. That leaves today’s visible record for the GS 450h as a hybrid-only line with an average 0-60 of 5.7 seconds and a current-generation best of 5.7 seconds.
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Lexus GS 450h 0–60 Times by Generation: S190 to L10
2 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L10 | 2013–2020 | 5.85s | 5.70s — 2013 Hybrid | 2 | The L10 generation (2013–2020) averaged 5.85 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2013 Hybrid at 5.70 seconds. Output was 338 hp across 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh configurations. |
| S190 | 2007–2011 | 5.55s | 5.50s — 2007 Hybrid | 2 | The S190 generation (2007–2011) averaged 5.55 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2007 Hybrid at 5.50 seconds. Output was 339 hp across 3.5L V6 + Elec configurations. |
L10
2013–2020
Avg 0–60
5.85s
Fastest
5.70s
Tests
2
2013 Hybrid
The L10 generation (2013–2020) averaged 5.85 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2013 Hybrid at 5.70 seconds. Output was 338 hp across 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh configurations.
S190
2007–2011
Avg 0–60
5.55s
Fastest
5.50s
Tests
2
2007 Hybrid
The S190 generation (2007–2011) averaged 5.55 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 2007 Hybrid at 5.50 seconds. Output was 339 hp across 3.5L V6 + Elec configurations.
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Lexus GS 450h 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
4 tests · 2 years
▾
2013 Lexus GS 450h
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
5.85
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.30
sec
Recorded Tests
2
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2013 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.20s
¼ mi @ 103.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 5.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 103.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 338 hp
- Curb Weight
- 4,180 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 12.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 29 C / 34 H / 27 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #3 of 4
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2013 Lexus GS 450h Hybrid
6.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.40s
¼ mi @ 101.8 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 101.8 mph
- Engine
- 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 338 hp
- Curb Weight
- 4,180 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 12.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 29 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #4 of 4
How we verify Lexus GS 450h performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Lexus GS 450h trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Lexus GS 450h 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
0–60 →
¼ mile →
Fastest
Recorded run
Slowest
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Lexus GS 450h performance FAQs
10 questions
The 2013 Lexus GS 450h runs 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds in the quickest verified test. Another stock test recorded 6.0 seconds, putting the 2013 car in a 5.7- to 6.0-second range. Quarter-mile results for 2013 came in at 14.2 seconds at 103 mph and 14.4 seconds at 101.8 mph.
The quickest Lexus GS 450h on record is the 2007 Hybrid, which reached 60 mph in 5.5 seconds. That same car also owns the best quarter-mile result at 13.5 seconds at 101 mph. Across 4 verified GS 450h tests, the overall average is 5.7 seconds to 60 mph.
The fastest stock Lexus GS 450h on record is also the 2007 Hybrid at 5.5 seconds from 0-60 mph. There are no modified GS 450h runs in the record set, so the fastest overall result and fastest stock result are the same. Its best quarter-mile pass is 13.5 seconds at 101 mph.
Across 4 verified Lexus GS 450h tests, the average 0-60 mph time is 5.7 seconds. The average quarter-mile result is 14.05 seconds at 102.2 mph. The quickest run to 60 mph is 5.5 seconds, while the slowest recorded 0-60 time is 6.0 seconds.
The S190-generation Lexus GS 450h, sold from 2007 to 2011, averages 5.55 seconds from 0-60 mph across 2 verified tests. Its quickest run is 5.5 seconds, set by the 2007 Hybrid. Power for this generation is listed at 339 hp, and all recorded examples use a hybrid powertrain.
The fastest S190 Lexus GS 450h is the 2007 Hybrid, with a 0-60 mph time of 5.5 seconds. Across 2 S190 tests, the generation average is 5.55 seconds, so the best run is only slightly quicker than the overall S190 norm. Recorded output for this generation is 339 hp.
The L10-generation Lexus GS 450h, sold from 2013 to 2020, averages 5.85 seconds from 0-60 mph across 2 verified tests. Its quickest recorded run is 5.7 seconds from the 2013 Hybrid. Both L10 tests are stock cars with 338 hp and rear-wheel drive.
The fastest L10 Lexus GS 450h on record is the 2013 Hybrid at 5.7 seconds from 0-60 mph. Another stock 2013 test ran 6.0 seconds, which gives the L10 generation a 5.85-second average across 2 runs. Quarter-mile results for the L10 generation are 14.2 and 14.4 seconds.
Yes. The 2007 Lexus GS 450h is quicker to 60 mph, with a best recorded time of 5.5 seconds versus 5.7 seconds for the quickest 2013 GS 450h test. The 2007 car also has the best quarter-mile result overall at 13.5 seconds, while 2013 tests ran 14.2 and 14.4 seconds.
The fastest quarter-mile recorded for the Lexus GS 450h is 13.5 seconds at 101 mph from the 2007 Hybrid. Across all 4 verified tests, the average quarter-mile result is 14.05 seconds at 102.2 mph. For the 2013 model year specifically, quarter-mile times are 14.2 seconds at 103 mph and 14.4 seconds at 101.8 mph.
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 450h can do, not a single marketing claim.
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