1996 Lexus GS for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 1996 Lexus GS for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
1996 Lexus GS specs
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas |
| City | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.93 |
1996 Lexus GS: every figure
| Displacement | 3.0 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,586 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1996 Lexus GS
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about exterior lighting (1), structure (1) and vehicle speed control (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99V125000 | 1999-05-19 | suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INADEQUATE LUBRICATION OF THE INSIDE OF THE LOWER BALL JOINTS, EXCESSIVE WEAR CAN OCCUR CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE LOWER BALL JOINTS. SEPARATION OF THE LOWER BALL JOINTS FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE ARMS COULD OCCUR. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1996 Lexus GS?
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 1996 Lexus GS; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. This page sets out the 1996 Lexus GS for buyers, in plain words.
What to check on the GS
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Engine and fuel
It runs the 3.0L 6-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Its combined rating is 13.1 L/100 km, which means roughly 39 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $22.93, and a 300 km weekend about $68.79. The EPA estimates US$4,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Size and space
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. For luggage, 368 litres means about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Who it is for
It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size. It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the GS for a week and see how it fits your life. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Drive the GS on your commute before you commit to it.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $22.93 in fuel.
Year and trim
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Over to you
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1996 Lexus GS from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1996 Lexus GS for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1996 Lexus GS
Does CarmaCars sell the 1996 Lexus GS?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1996 Lexus GS before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1996 Lexus GS have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1996 Lexus GS cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4586.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.