LaZeR

Hi, I have an older GS300 which runs great but feels a bit clunky against a much newer IS350 FSport.

Just wondering - did you test drive a 3rd generation IS350 F-Sport VS GS350 F-Sport (or 4th gen) ~ what are your thoughts around Agility, Handling, Performance, and FUN? NOT more so luxury features per se (coz everyone already knows about this

I think that the engines on both these cars are quite similar so I guess it's pretty obvious that the 300+ lbs weight difference plays a huge role on agility, handling, and performance.

THANKS!!

E46CT

Both should be similar in terms of driving, with the IS of course having an edge being lighter. The GS will have a nicer interior. The GS body is a bit long in the tooth compared to the IS. Its design is a bit too upright compared to newer cars. The side structure of the GS is, as being older, also a bit weaker (in a crash) The IS style will remain fresher, longer (If you get an F sport especially)

3actual

The GS is nice but the styling is extremely conservative. To me it seems like it is very popular with seniors.

E46CT

The GS-F is nice. i'd get one in a heartbeat.

nathantse

The GS FSPORT is very nice. Interior wise and 18-way adjustable seats the shttt. The pick ups in the IS seems quicker as it is lighter, but the GS has 5 more hp than the IS (311 vs 306, but shouldnt make a difference).

Other than that, I enjoy the exterior styling of the IS more than the GS. Idk why, but the IS just looks good from all angels. =]

LaZeR

Ya!! that is one heck of a beast, extremely different from standard GS F-Sport, and around ~$35k more(?), but then again you're not supposed to do posts that make me feel jealous lol

jkonquer

If i had to do all over again, i would buy a 17 gs350 f sport over my is350 f sport. They have similar handling and performance characteristics but you get way more luxury and interior space for more everyday usewith a GS. Many people try to compromise between luxury and sport and both gs and is aren't a sport car unless you go with F models. So don't look at it as a performance car, look at it as a luxury car.