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Lexus GS II (S160) (1997–2005): specs

Lexus GS II (S160) (1997–2005) photo
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The Lexus GS II (S160) is a sedan produced from 1997 to 2005. It is the 1st of 3 generations of the GS in our catalog.

Engines: 3.0 (GS300) (2JZ-GE), 222 hp. Transmission: automatic; rear-wheel drive. Length 4,805 mm, wheelbase 2,800 mm, fuel tank 75 L.

Facelift: 2000. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years1997–2005
Bodysedan
Engine3.0 (GS300)
Engine code2JZ-GE
Displacement3 L
Fuelpetrol
Power222 hp
Torque298 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 5-speed
Gearbox model5AT
Driverear-wheel drive
Length4,805 mm
Width1,800 mm
Height1,440 mm
Wheelbase2,800 mm
Fuel tank75 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)Over 20 years (×0.5)
3.0 (GS300)≈ 42,425 ₸≈ 29,697 ₸≈ 21,212 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also GS430 V8

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Powerful versions: up to 222 hp
  • Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
  • Large tank: 75 L
  • Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

  • Age: the last cars were built in 2005, condition is everything

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 215/60R16, 225/55R16, 225/55R17, 235/45R18; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Lexus GS II (S160) have?

3.0 (GS300), code 2JZ-GE, 222 hp, 298 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (5AT).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Fuel tank 75 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Lexus GS II (S160) in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 42,425 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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