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Lexus LS III (XF30) (2000–2006): specs

Lexus LS III (XF30) (2000–2006) photo
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The Lexus LS III (XF30) is a sedan produced from 2000 to 2006. It is the 1st of 3 generations of the LS in our catalog.

Engines: 4.3 V8 (LS430) (3UZ-FE), 282 hp. Transmission: automatic; rear-wheel drive. Length 4,995 mm, wheelbase 2,925 mm, fuel tank 84 L.

Facelift: 2003. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years2000–2006
Bodysedan
Engine4.3 V8 (LS430)
Engine code3UZ-FE
Displacement4.3 L
Fuelpetrol
Power282 hp
Torque417 Nm
Transmissionautomatic, 5-speed
Gearbox model5AT, from 2003 — 6AT
Driverear-wheel drive
Length4,995 mm
Width1,830 mm
Height1,470 mm
Wheelbase2,925 mm
Fuel tank84 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)Over 20 years (×0.5)
4.3 V8 (LS430)≈ 508,125 ₸≈ 355,688 ₸≈ 254,062 ₸

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) →

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Powerful versions: up to 282 hp
  • Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
  • Large fuel tank: 84 L
  • Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

  • No data

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 225/55R17, 245/45R18, 245/40R19, 255/35R20; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Lexus LS III (XF30) have?

4.3 V8 (LS430), code 3UZ-FE, 282 hp, 417 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

automatic (5AT, from 2003 — 6AT).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Fuel tank 84 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Lexus LS III (XF30) in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 508,125 ₸ 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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