Lexus GS engines
The Lexus GS is a Japanese business car manufactured by Toyota’s Lexus Division since 1991. Since 2011, the 4th generation of the model has been released, and since 2015 – its updated modification. The car is assembled in Japan and sold to the North American market, Japan, Australia, the Middle East, Europe and China. On the domestic market, cars are sold under their first name – Toyota Aristo. The abbreviation in the name stands for Grand Sedan.
The Lexus GS was offered with 14 engines since 1991 (14 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 5.0 liters, power output from 178 to 477 hp. 11 use a timing chain and 3 a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Toyota 1UZ-FE (about 500,000 km).
Lexus GS engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus GS S140 1991–1997 | |||||||
| Toyota 2JZ-GE | 1991–1997 | 3.0 L R6 | 215–230 hp | petrol | belt | 4–5 L | ~500,000 km |
| Toyota 1UZ-FE | 1991–1997 | 4.0 L V8 | 250–300 hp | petrol | belt | 5.6 L | ~500,000 km |
| Lexus GS S160 2000–2005 | |||||||
| Toyota 3UZ-FE | 2000–2005 | 4.3 L V8 | 280–305 hp | petrol | belt | 5.1 L | ~500,000 km |
| Lexus GS300 3 (S190) 2005–2011 | |||||||
| Toyota 3GR-FE | 2005–2011 | 3.0 L V6 | 230 hp | petrol | chain | 6.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| Toyota 3GR-FSE | 2005–2011 | 3.0 L V6 | 250–320 hp | petrol | chain | 6.3 L | ~400,000 km |
| Lexus GS350 3 (S190) 2005–2011 | |||||||
| Toyota 2GR-FSE | 2005–2011 | 3.5 L V6 | 255–360 hp | petrol | chain | 6.3 L | ~400,000 km |
| Lexus GS450h 3 (S190) 2005–2011 | |||||||
| Toyota 2GR-FSE | 2005–2011 | 3.5 L V6 | 255–360 hp | petrol | chain | 6.3 L | ~400,000 km |
| Lexus GS 460 S190 2007–2011 | |||||||
| Toyota 1UR-FSE | 2007–2011 | 4.6 L V8 | 365–392 hp | petrol | chain | 8.6 L | ~400,000 km |
| Toyota 1UR-FE | 2007–2011 | 4.6 L V8 | 296–347 hp | petrol | chain | 8.6 L | ~450,000 km |
| Lexus GS250 4 (L10) 2011–2015 | |||||||
| Toyota 4GR-FSE | 2011–2015 | 2.5 L V6 | 205–215 hp | petrol | chain | 6.3 L | ~400,000 km |
| Lexus GS450h 4 (L10) 2012–2020 | |||||||
| Toyota 2GR-FXE | 2012–2020 | 3.5 L V6 | 249–293 hp | petrol | chain | 6.3 L | ~400,000 km |
| Lexus GS 300h L10 2013–present | |||||||
| Toyota 2AR-FSE | 2013–present | 2.5 L R4 | 178 hp | petrol | chain | 4.4 L | ~300,000 km |
| Lexus GS200t 4 (L10) 2015–present | |||||||
| Toyota 8AR-FTS | 2015–present | 2.0 L R4 | 231–245 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 4.9 L | ~200,000 km |
| Lexus GS350 4 (L10) 2015–2020 | |||||||
| Toyota 2GR-FKS | 2015–2020 | 3.5 L V6 | 280–315 hp | petrol | chain | 5.5 L | ~300,000 km |
| Other Lexus GS engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Toyota 2UR-GSE | 2007–present | 5.0 L V8 | 416–477 hp | petrol | chain | 8.6 L | ~300,000 km |
Lexus GS engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Lexus GS?
Lexus GS S140 (1991–1997): Toyota 2JZ-GE and Toyota 1UZ-FE; Lexus GS S160 (2000–2005): Toyota 3UZ-FE; Lexus GS300 3 (S190) (2005–2011): Toyota 3GR-FE and Toyota 3GR-FSE; Lexus GS350 3 (S190) (2005–2011): Toyota 2GR-FSE; Lexus GS450h 3 (S190) (2005–2011): Toyota 2GR-FSE; Lexus GS 460 S190 (2007–2011): Toyota 1UR-FSE and Toyota 1UR-FE; Lexus GS250 4 (L10) (2011–2015): Toyota 4GR-FSE; Lexus GS450h 4 (L10) (2012–2020): Toyota 2GR-FXE; Lexus GS 300h L10 (2013–present): Toyota 2AR-FSE; Lexus GS200t 4 (L10) (2015–present): Toyota 8AR-FTS; Lexus GS350 4 (L10) (2015–2020): Toyota 2GR-FKS.
Which Lexus GS engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Lexus GS engines are: Toyota 1UZ-FE — about 500,000 km; Toyota 2JZ-GE — about 500,000 km; Toyota 3UZ-FE — about 500,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Lexus GS engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Toyota 1UR-FE — 8.6 L (5W-30); Toyota 1UR-FSE — 8.6 L (5W-30); Toyota 1UZ-FE — 5.6 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Toyota 2AR-FSE — 4.4 L (5W-30); Toyota 2GR-FKS — 5.5 L (0W-20); Toyota 2GR-FSE — 6.3 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 2GR-FXE — 6.3 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 2JZ-GE — 4–5 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Toyota 2UR-GSE — 8.6 L (5W-30); Toyota 3GR-FE — 6.2 L (5W-30); Toyota 3GR-FSE — 6.3 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 3UZ-FE — 5.1 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Toyota 4GR-FSE — 6.3 L (5W-20, 5W-30); Toyota 8AR-FTS — 4.9 L (5W-30).
Does the Lexus GS have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Toyota 1UR-FE, Toyota 1UR-FSE, Toyota 2AR-FSE, Toyota 2GR-FKS, Toyota 2GR-FSE, Toyota 2GR-FXE, Toyota 2UR-GSE, Toyota 3GR-FE, Toyota 3GR-FSE, Toyota 4GR-FSE and Toyota 8AR-FTS; timing belt: Toyota 1UZ-FE, Toyota 2JZ-GE and Toyota 3UZ-FE. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Lexus GS available with a diesel engine?
No, all Lexus GS engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Toyota 2JZ-GE
The design of the motor has no weaknesses, but at high mileage it consumes oil. The reason here, as usual, is the…
Toyota 3GR-FE
The well-known problem with the crackling of the phase regulators is fully present here.
Toyota 3GR-FSE
The most famous problem with this engine is the appearance of scoring in the fifth cylinder. Two theories are put forward for…
Toyota 4GR-FSE
A well-known problem with FSE units from the GR family is scuffing in the fifth cylinder. There are two different theories: local…
Toyota 2GR-FSE
Many owners of such engines have encountered scuffing in the fifth cylinder and an oil burner. There are two theories for their…
Toyota 1UR-FE
Some owners experience moderate oil consumption.
Toyota 1UR-FSE
Owners complain about moderate oil consumption up to 0.5 liters per thousand.
Toyota 2UR-GSE
Owners complain about moderate oil consumption up to 0.5 liters per 1000 km.
Toyota 2GR-FXE
Despite the fact that this is a rather late modification of the power unit of the 2GR line, scuffing in the fifth…
Toyota 2AR-FSE
This motor is considered one of the most reliable in its class.
Toyota 8AR-FTS
A number of owners complain about extraneous sounds when the engine is running during a cold start.
Toyota 2GR-FKS
This power unit is considered reliable and serious damage was not noted.
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