2011 Lexus GS for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.1 to 12.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.1 to 12.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2011 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.
2011 Lexus GS specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 4.6L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 10.7 L/100 km | 12.5 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.9 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.1 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 9.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.1 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 240 g/km | 263 g/km | 276 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.66 | $19.25 | $20.13 | $21.00 |
2011 Lexus GS: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 22 | 19 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 | 26 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 21 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 255 L (9 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 368 L (13 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,900 | US$4,100 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,132 | $3,850 | $4,026 | $4,200 |
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 2011 Lexus GS
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (4), air bags (2) and exterior lighting (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V432000 | 2018-06-26 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 and GS450h, 2006-2013 Lexus IS350 and 2010-2014 Lexus IS350C vehicles, equipped with 3.5L V6 2GR-FSE gasoline engines. The diaphragms in the fuel pulsation dampers may harden over time and develop cracks, possibly causing a... |
| 14V647000 | 2014-10-15 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Lexus LS vehicles manufactured May 9, 2006, to July 20, 2010, 2006-2011 Lexus GS vehicles manufactured January 6, 2005, to September 10, 2010, and 2006-2011 Lexus IS vehicles manufactured August 30, 2005, to September 10,... |
| 13V395000 | 2013-09-04 | engine | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Lexus GS350 vehicles manufactured June 19, 2006, through July 12, 2011; and model year 2006-2011 Lexus IS350 vehicles manufactured May 27, 2005, through July 13, 2011; and model year 2010-2011 Lexus IS350c vehicles manufactured November 25, 2009, through July 19,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2011 Lexus GS
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2011 Lexus GS for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. This page puts the 2011 Lexus GS in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Recalls and complaints
There are 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Owners filed 9 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes, air bags and exterior lighting; have those parts checked. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
The figures, translated
Its 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid drives through an automatic (CVT). As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Fuel use is rated 10.1 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 30 litres. A 300 km weekend costs about $46.98 in energy at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
A good match for
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Space and size
Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. The EPA measures its luggage space at 255 litres, roughly about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
A longer test drive
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. A week with the GS answers more than any brochure.
Choosing the right one
Within the 2011 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Running costs
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$3,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Your move
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
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 2011 Lexus GS from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2011 Lexus GS for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2011 Lexus GS
Does CarmaCars sell the 2011 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 2011 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 2011 Lexus GS have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2011 Lexus GS cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3132.00.
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.