Lexus GS 450h vs. Toyota Avalon
When we compare the Lexus GS 450h's and the Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GS 450h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Toyota Avalon has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus GS 450h's and the Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GS 450h is a better car than the Toyota Avalon.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus GS 450h’s base engine makes 338 horsepower, and the Toyota Avalon base engine makes 268 horsepower. The GS 450h is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles. The Avalon is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 510 miles. This gives the Lexus GS 450h the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Toyota Avalon. The GS 450h uses premium unleaded, and the Avalon uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Avalon, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus GS 450h, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Toyota Avalon has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18500 - 30000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.477327
Lexus GS 450h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Avalon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.884529 / 10
Reliability:
9.753589 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus GS 450h Rankings
Not yet available
Toyota Avalon Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus GS 450h Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
Toyota Avalon Trim Levels
Limited, Touring, XLE, XLE Plus, XLE Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
338 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 34 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
505 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 510 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4112 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3461 lbs
Width:
82.5 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
195.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17