The Comparative Analysis :
Lexus GS 430 Automatic (05 - 08) vs. Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI DSG (15 - 17)
€ 59,600
€ 31,400
€ 59,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 31,400
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Lexus GS 430 is slightly smaller in every dimension. It's 1.4 inches shorter, 1.7 inches narrower and 1.5 inches lower than the Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI.
Lexus GS 430
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
56.3
71.7
79.5
57.8
73.4
80
71.7 in
Width
73.4 in
79.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80 in
56.3 in
Height
57.8 in
112.2
190
111.9
191.4
190 in
Length
191.4 in
112.2 in
Wheelbase
111.9 in
Vehicle Weight
Lexus GS 430
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
3902 lb
Curb Weight
3307 lb
4762 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4508 lb
Weight Difference:
595 lb
15.25 %
General
Lexus GS 430
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
S19
Generation
3V
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Lexus GS 430
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*DSR*
4
Valves
4
8
Cylinders
4
4.3 L / 210 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
279 hp
at 5600 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 3500 rpm
Lexus GS 430
279 hp
148 hp
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
308 lb‑ft
at 3500 rpm
Max. Torque
251 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Lexus GS 430
308 lb‑ft
251 lb‑ft
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
Performance
Lexus GS 430
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
155 mph
Maximum Speed
135 mph
6.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
279 ft
0.000 sec
Lexus GS 430
62 mph
62
mph
mph
407 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
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13.99 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.34 lb/hp
Lexus GS 430
13.99 lb/hp
22.34 lb/hp
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Lexus GS 430
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
Fuel Economy
21 mpg
combined
55 mpg
Lexus GS 430
21 mpg
55 mpg
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
14 mpg
city
47 mpg
27 mpg
highway
60 mpg
18.8 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gal
387 mi
Range
954 mi
Lexus GS 430
387 mi
954 mi
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
Environmental Impact
216 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
88.5 kWh
Lexus GS 430
216 kWh
88.5 kWh
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
433 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
182 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Lexus GS 430
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
4
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
860 lb
Maximum Payload
1202 lb
12.2 cu ft
Trunk Volume
17.7 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
49.8 cu ft
