Lexus GS 250

Quiet and comfortable
Environmentally responsible
Impressive standard equipment

Lexus GS 250 Saloon (2012 - )

The Lexus GS is an interesting alternative to the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class. It may not be as good to drive, but it's good enough, and the low-emission hybrid drivetrains will make the car particularly attractive to company car drivers.

Our verdict

Is the Lexus GS 250 a good car?

How we rated this car out of 5 on the following

Lexus GS 250 interior

Space, materials, boot size and comfort.

Lexus GS 250 performance

Power, handling, fuel and range.

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Lexus GS 250 equipment

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You expect it to be classy inside the GS, and indeed it is. Style-wise, the highlight is a stereo fascia and analogue clock created from a single ingot of metal, with brushed aluminium dials inspired by high-end stereo equipment. The optional 12.3-inch multimedia display can show two sets of information, side-by-side, and it’s at its best displaying the sat-nav mapping in one half and the trip computer in the other, although the quality of its graphics isn’t as crisp as you’ll find in the latest BMW 5 Series or Audi A6. To make matters worse, the ‘Remote Touch Interface’ – essentially a computer mouse that drives a cursor on the screen to control the various functions – is very awkward to use. At least there are no complaints about the driving position, which is very comfortable and gives a good view out.