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2014 Lexus GS Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Are those German cars too expensive and over-engineered for you? Check out the 2014 Lexus GS 350. This Japanese-made (Toyota) 5-passenger midsize luxury sedan, already a popular offering in the U.S., boasts some added tweaks for this year, including an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission boasting steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters as well as LED daytime running lights and front fog/driving lights and Apple’s Siri Eyes-Free iPhone interface with steering-wheel-mounted controls. All of this is, of course, an effort to boost this luxury-laden Lexus’ appeal in Asian and European markets, where sales are tepid at best.
Again offered in the traditional Base trim, this agile and powerful 4-door is delivered with standard rear-wheel drive (RWD), but remains available in a full-time all-wheel-drive GS 350 AWD sub-trim. Said all-wheel-drive system throws most of its torque to the rear wheels in normal driving conditions and stands ready to split power equally to front and rear axles when things get slippery.
Power is once again delivered in the form of a well-wrought 3.5-liter V6 engine mated with a new 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission in RWD editions, with AWD variants still toting the old 6-speed shiftable automatic. Look for 306 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque from the peppy 6-banger, while the debuting 8-speed automatic, still packing variable valve timing (VVT), now offers an estimated 19 mpg city/29 highway in RWD-equipped trims, while the AWD version stands pat at 19/26.
Of course, as the GS 350 is part of the Lexus legacy, it comes with those posh features we’ve grown to know and love, like 17-inch alloy wheels, heated reverse-tilting power mirrors and a power sunroof outside, while leather upholstery, power-adjustable front seats and leather, wood, and simulated alloy cabin accents adorn the inside. The split-folding rear seatbacks that add a little more room to the car's already spacious 14.3-cubic-foot trunk capacity also return for this year.
Cruise control of course remains in the 2014 edition of the GS 350, as do telescoping tilt-wheel steering, a rear-view camera and Enform infotainment that again interfaces with Bluetooth hands-free calling. All this is further bolstered by a standard remote garage door opener, memory for driver's settings, dual-zone climate control and a single-CD player boasting 12 speakers, satellite radio, Surround Sound and a USB connection.
Options, meantime, are mainly in package form and include upgraded and upsized wheels, heated front and rear seats, a heated steering wheel and upgraded leather upholstery, with Lexus’ Dynamic Handling System with Dynamic Rear Steering and the F Sport Package with sport-tuned suspension once more returning for this year. A head-up windshield display is again available to this plush sedan, as is a hard-disc-drive (HDD) navigation system with 12-inch monitor and enhanced Enform iPhone apps, not to mention an 850-watt, 17-speaker Mark Levinson premium audio system.
Finally, noteworthy standard safety features in the 2014 GS 350 again include 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear side-mounted airbags, front and rear head airbags and front head restraint whiplash protection. The new-for-2014 LED daytime running lights and front fog/driving lights are complemented by adaptive high-intensity-discharge (HID) headlights, while turn-signal-integrated mirrors, a post-collision safety system and Enform emergency communications are reprised for this year. Optional safety equipment, meanwhile, again includes a blind-spot alert system, Lexus’ self-explanatory Intuitive Parking Assist, lane-departure warning and pre-collision preparation accompanying radar-based adaptive cruise control.
User reviews for 2014 Lexus GS
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by Anonymous
Jun 06, 2024
needed some service and minor repair; however IMHO a very underrated car, depending on what you value.Jun 06, 2024
by Irving C
Jul 04, 2023
Best car Ive ever owned. Only knock is the infotainment system, but there is an update for that luckily....Jul 04, 2023
by Michael H
Feb 16, 2023
The best value in its class. The only thing missing is Apple Car Play, but that can be added with an aftermarket module. Compare the GS350 to the Mercedes E Class, BMW 5 Series, Audi A6, and Infiniti M35Feb 16, 2023
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by Anonymous
Jun 06, 2024
needed some service and minor repair; however IMHO a very underrated car, depending on what you value.Jun 06, 2024
by Irving C
Jul 04, 2023
Best car Ive ever owned. Only knock is the infotainment system, but there is an update for that luckily....Jul 04, 2023
by Michael H
Feb 16, 2023
The best value in its class. The only thing missing is Apple Car Play, but that can be added with an aftermarket module. Compare the GS350 to the Mercedes E Class, BMW 5 Series, Audi A6, and Infiniti M35Feb 16, 2023
by Steve D
Oct 25, 2022
This is an awesome car everything is well engineered Oct 25, 2022
by Wayne P
Jul 06, 2022
Its a absolutely flawless car and I think its was a great price Jul 06, 2022
by Mark B
Nov 30, 2021
This car is great. The technology is well above my expectations. Coming out of 07 Avalon, which is still in the family. The GS was the perfect choice for down sizing with a little more excitement,Nov 30, 2021
by De J
Aug 08, 2021
2014 GS Fsport. Great great great car. Very comfortable, impressive sound system, rich in tech, punchy enough when needed. Has such a mean, yet classy presence. I’ve been an Acura/ Honda guy (still own a 2007 civic si), but I truly believe Lexus has won me over. Next stop… GSF.. if you’re contemplating a GS, or even better the F sport, stop now and just do it. You won’t regret your decision. Aug 08, 2021
by Girard W
Jul 03, 2021
Sporty appearance with luxurious features. Generally well handling with adjustable suspension.Jul 03, 2021
by Luciano E
Feb 25, 2021
Lexus are one of my favorite cars and very spacious .Feb 25, 2021
by Tom M
Aug 25, 2020
Great looking , especially in F sport , reliable and safe plus holds its valueAug 25, 2020
by Anonymous
Jun 17, 2020
Drives like a hinder but kicks like mule ... make all gsmodels all wheel drive .. save us the heartache of thinking it’s alerformance car that won’t spin out at a high rate of speed Jun 17, 2020
by Jose S
Mar 04, 2020
Amazing car smooth ride amazing body style and amazing interior
Mar 04, 2020
by Chris G
Jul 11, 2014
The 2014 GS F-Sport is amazing!! I bought this car over the 2014 E-class, 2014 Q50S/Q50S Hybrid and A6 due to a combination of looks, performance, comfort and price. Looks were close when compared to the Infiniti, which has nearly the same front end and the Audi, which I've always been a huge fan of. But the Ultra White w/ the Cabernet interior was to nice to compare. Performance was also very similar to the Infiniti (the Infiniti's hybrid model actually slightly out accelerated the Lexus to be honest) but i wasn't in the market for a race car. Comfort wise, the E-class was the only one that came close and that was due to the optional $650 massaging, road sensing automatically adjusting seat (which was amazing by the way and soooo worth the extra cost). Pricing was the final push. The 24 mo. lease deal that my dealership was offering was just too good to pass up. Ride and build quality is right there with the Mercedes in my opinion and similarly optioned, the Lexus is $6-8K cheaper. The only slight "con" I can list is that the infotainment system (with "mouse like" interface instead of touchscreen) takes a little getting used to. Once you do though, it becomes second nature and the best part is, you don't have to keep cleaning finger prints off of your touch screen! In all honesty, you can't go wrong with any of these cars but for me, the Lexus was the next chapter in my 4 wheel novel.Jul 11, 2014
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I have only put 4k on pure synthetic oil in 21/2 years. The oil was changed at the dealership May 2017. The color of the oil is golden, and the dealership tells me to wait until 5k miles or until the message comes up on the dash. Today I read an article by Exxon saying even synthetic oil should be changed once a year. Are they just trying to sell oil? The car is so pristine, I don't want to take it somewhere less expensive for service.The dealership will charge at least $200.00 to service it, so I'd like to wait another 6 months if it's safe.
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2014 Lexus GS Pricing
Original MSRP
$47,700 to $49,950Price range
$15,676 to $16,556Average price on CG
$16,165YoY price change
$16,315 to $16,165Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 12
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.1 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.2 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: dual front · Door sill trim: stainless steel · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.94
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt/slide
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front and rear · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 9
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 12
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.1 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.2 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: 3 driver · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: accessory hook · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.77
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt/slide
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 9
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: with safety reverse