Overview & Reviews

An all-new GS 300 debuts for 2006.

• Silky-smooth engine, rich interior, commendable blend of luxury and handling, optional all-wheel-drive.

• Grabby brakes, overly aggressive stability control system.

User Reviews:

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  Great purchase - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By Mohammed J - January 5 - 12:23 am

  Just traded in my 2001 GS300 for 2006 GS300. All in all it was a great purchase and good value. Surprisingly, I posted 29.8 mpg on highway from DE to NY and back for a total of 220 miles trip. But I do not get anything better than 19 mpg in the city.

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  GS300 AWD - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By Kitzler - November 13 - 6:06 pm

  The car can be personalized to a tee, however, this is not very easy to do. What I did not like is that when the outside temperature is cold, the transmission takes forever to reach top gear; the manual states it does so on purpose, but I dont like it. Also, while the car is powerful, it has a tendency not to downshift on hills, and thus loses some speed. Of course, stepping on the pedal remedies all that, but to me, it indicates the cars final gear ratio is too high. The gas mileage is unbelievable, but actually a couple of miles less per gallon than indicated on the trip computer. Inside it is a marvel of simplicity and access. Auto Windshield wipers are too fast for me.

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  Unbelievable Ride - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By Brandon - October 16 - 3:00 pm

  I wasnt really looking for a Lexus. I happened to be driving by the Lexus dealership and test drove the GS and was amazed. Great handling and smooth acceleration. I went back the next morning and purchased it. I love the color Quartz shadow Metallic. Loving it ever since.

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  Whoa! Thats a CAR! - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By Lexxxx - October 13 - 8:33 am

  This is one beautiful car. Second Lexus and could not be happier with design, and got a great deal. 300 has plenty of HP! Smooth ride and Lexus quality. BUY IT--if you can. Looked at BMW, MB, Infiniti--for me the Lexus had exactly what I was looking for in a car.

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  1 Happy Repeat Customer - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By DJ - October 6 - 3:43 pm

  Traded in my 2004 GS300 for the 2006 model and the new one blows the old one away. Handles much better, better fuel economy, and much quicker. By far the best performing car I have ever owned and the best car on the market for under $50K!!! Very satisfied customer!!!

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  Not all it should be - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By Steve - September 23 - 10:26 am

  We purchased this vehicle primarily for my wife to drive. However, when we are going somewhere together I generally drive. At 63", I find the leg room in the drivers cabin to be sorely lacking. Within a week of ownership it developed a rattle inside the dash that required disassembly, including removing the windshield. Now, at 14000 miles the OEM Yokahamas are so noisy I will not drive/ride in the car until we replace the tires. Lexus claims some tires become "defective" at low mileage; however, the tires are not warranted for noise.

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  The BEST Lexus EVER! - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By JERRY - August 3 - 8:23 pm

  I really researched everything out there before I bought this time. Its so quiet I can hardly tell its running. The gas mileage Im getting is even better than expected.

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  Dependable, But Front Panel Rattle Issue - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By Geenz - July 27 - 12:03 pm

  While my Lexus 2006 GS 300 AWD is very reliable, I do have an issue with it. The radio console and front dashboard panel on occasion will have rattling issues. Extremely annoying when the rattle starts. I cant understand why Lexus would put in a radio console that has multiple plastic part assembly in the radio panel, and poor padding in the front dashboard panel. Very poor radio/console design. They missed this in there quality control. Ive brought my car in to the dealer twice, theyve resolved most rattles in the front dashboard panel area, but not the radio console front panel. For a higher end luxury car, this is unacceptable.

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  You know you want this car! - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By lexi300 - April 30 - 12:23 pm

  This is a car you need to drive. Pure fun and driving enjoyment. The perforated and ventilated seats are top notch and make you feel great. Instrument panel is intelligently laid out and intuitive. All instruments are easy to find and automatically adjust to be read in all lighting conditions. The straightforward, bright-white numbers are elegant and simple. Interior and exterior design are cutting edge -- utility with a real flair. Car drives and accelerates like a dream. Engine purrs. Car is soundproofed so ride is quiet, but not so quiet that you dont get needed feedback. Brakes are sure and confident. Tires are right grip and size for the car. All-wheel drive is perfect.

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  Never Again - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By Don - March 13 - 7:43 am

  I have had 4 Lexus models, LS 400, SC 430, GS 470 and most recently GS 300. Have to say this is the last Lexus I will ever drive. Have had an annoying clunk in the front end when backing out of a parking spot. Although everyone I have had in the car asks what the clunking sound is, mysteriously, it never occurs at the dealership. They have been unable to fix this ongoing problem. Also, tires had to be replaced at 24,000 kms approximately 15,000. Tires are rated as all season. Do not attempt to drive this car in snow conditions without snow tires. 10 months left on lease, cannot wait till end of term.