Only the Lexus LS350, which is available in a few markets, has the Toyota 8GR-FKS 3.5-liter V6 engine, which has been manufactured at the company’s plant in Japan since 2017. In essence, this power unit is a variation of the well-known 2GR-FKS motor.
The engine was mounted on:
- Lexus LS350 5 (XF50) since 2017.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2017 |
| Displacement, cc | 3456 |
| Fuel system | combined injection |
| Power output, hp | 315 |
| Torque output, Nm | 380 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 94 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 83 |
| Compression ratio | 11.8 |
| Features | Atkinson cycle |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | VVT-iW + VVT-i |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.8 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Lexus LS 350 2021) — city — highway — combined |
13.1 7.6 9.6 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 168 |
Disadvantages of the 8GR-FKS engine
The engine is mostly complimented on specialized forums, with the exception of front-end leaks;
The pump is a well-known weak point of the series’ motors; keep an eye on its condition;
Coking on the intake valves is eliminated by combined injection; cars with this engine were subject to a recall campaign to replace the fuel pump in the tank.