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Lexus GS vs. Toyota RAV4 Reliability by Model Generation

Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
Year and Model % of Average Repair Frequency  
2016 - 2018 Toyota RAV4 Reliability by Generation2016 - 2018 Toyota RAV4
10.571428571429% Best 56% Worst
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2013 - 2015 Toyota RAV4 Reliability by Generation2013 - 2015 Toyota RAV4
0% Best 29% Worst
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2013 - 2015 Lexus GS Reliability by Generation2013 - 2015 Lexus GS
0% Best 34% Worst
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2006 - 2012 Toyota RAV4 Reliability by Generation2006 - 2012 Toyota RAV4
12.857142857143% Best 60% Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Lexus GS

Lexus GS Reliability And Durability: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
My third Lexus- all impressive products requiring little or no dealer visits or upkeep full 2008 Lexus GS review
2008 4dr Sedan 292-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid
6-speed shiftable CVT RWD
I have had absolutely no problems with this car. Just take it in for oil every 5000 miles and all is well! full 2008 Lexus GS review
2008 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Think it continues to have the best record for reliability and durability for any brand at the same price point full 2008 Lexus GS review
2007 4dr Sedan 292-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid
6-speed shiftable CVT RWD
No faults so far Good word of mouth on reliability Above average warranty offering, which allays fears of reliability problems full 2007 Lexus GS review
2006 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
never fails to run superbly full 2006 Lexus GS review
2002 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Extremely well made car - reliable and durable. My seats are still in very good shape (2002). full 2002 Lexus GS review
Lexus GS Reliability And Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I am very disappointed inte reliability of this Lexus. I've always believed the hype about the excellent reliabiity of the Lexus brand. I have not had any major problems, but it seems there is always something coming up. It is the only car that has stranded me or my wife in the pst 10 years, and that wtih a pinhole in the radiator. The radiator is very cheaply made, easily damaged by road debris. This car has been to the shop more than any car I've owned in the last 10 years other than my 1980 Porsche 911 and it sate 10 years before I bought it. The list of issues includes no catastrophic problems but I am more than likly to get rid 0f it before something major does happen. Not sure if i bought a lemon of if the 2006, being a major upgrade year model is experiencing the pain of new model syndrome. full 2006 Lexus GS review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Lexus GS

Lexus GS Reliability And Durability: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
My third Lexus- all impressive products requiring little or no dealer visits or upkeep full 2008 Lexus GS review
2008 4dr Sedan 292-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid
6-speed shiftable CVT RWD
I have had absolutely no problems with this car. Just take it in for oil every 5000 miles and all is well! full 2008 Lexus GS review
2008 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Think it continues to have the best record for reliability and durability for any brand at the same price point full 2008 Lexus GS review
2007 4dr Sedan 292-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid
6-speed shiftable CVT RWD
No faults so far Good word of mouth on reliability Above average warranty offering, which allays fears of reliability problems full 2007 Lexus GS review
2006 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
never fails to run superbly full 2006 Lexus GS review
2002 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Extremely well made car - reliable and durable. My seats are still in very good shape (2002). full 2002 Lexus GS review
Lexus GS Reliability And Durability: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I am very disappointed inte reliability of this Lexus. I've always believed the hype about the excellent reliabiity of the Lexus brand. I have not had any major problems, but it seems there is always something coming up. It is the only car that has stranded me or my wife in the pst 10 years, and that wtih a pinhole in the radiator. The radiator is very cheaply made, easily damaged by road debris. This car has been to the shop more than any car I've owned in the last 10 years other than my 1980 Porsche 911 and it sate 10 years before I bought it. The list of issues includes no catastrophic problems but I am more than likly to get rid 0f it before something major does happen. Not sure if i bought a lemon of if the 2006, being a major upgrade year model is experiencing the pain of new model syndrome. full 2006 Lexus GS review