soopa

new dash is fuckin beautiful. aluminum gauges! hot!

NOVAwhiteTypeS

the car is HOT i like

gdubb

I like it, but a new TL for me

Collective27

am i the only one that dosnt like this at all....i think the front looks horrible, almost looks fake...maby im out of my mind....and the back looks like the max. which is horrible. Overall, thumbs down. Ill take a tl any day over that.

Moog-Type-S

Although I do like the interior alot....but maybe not the speedo & tach.

jts1207

The E and 5 series both look better..............like the current gen much better

mattg

i like it. i bet it will be jaw dropping in person.

Sarlacc

With the exception of having a manual transmission and that amazing bimmer feel, this new GS destroys the new 5 in terms of looks both on the outside and especially the interior.

gavriil

Source: Auto News

gavriil

INFORMATION PROVIDED BY LEXUS


Lexus Introduces Third-Generation GS Luxury Sports Sedan
Reveals New Design Direction for Company

DETROIT, January 6, 2004 – Lexus introduced the new GS luxury sport sedan today at a press conference at the North American International Auto Show. The all-new, more powerful GS utilizes the latest in advanced technology to improve both performance and handling and is the first in a new wave of Lexus products to reflect a new, more passionate direction in styling.

“From a technology standpoint, the GS employs a sophisticated array of advanced safety, comfort and convenience features that will cause even the most enthusiastic driver to take notice, ” said Denny Clements, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “From a design standpoint, the new GS will be the first vehicle in our lineup to benefit from a new, more passionate direction in styling.”

First All-Wheel Drive Model

Significantly, the new GS will feature all-wheel-drive, the first such application in any Lexus car, and offer the performance enhancements and advanced vehicle control of the Lexus Vehicle Dynamic Management (VDM) system. Monitoring a variety of sensors, the system is capable of anticipating the onset of a vehicle skid or slide and then helps correct the situation with a combination of braking and throttle control. The new VDM system is less obtrusive than conventional VSC but ultimately more effective.

Performance Optimized

Joining the potent and refined 4.3-liter V8 will be an all-new 245-horsepower V6 engine replacing the current inline six. Both the powerful V6 and V8 engines benefit from an all-new close-ratio 6-speed automatic transmission with a sequential manual-shifting mode. The combination provides faster and substantially smoother acceleration for even better performance and, surprisingly, improved fuel economy. A new Adaptive Variable Suspension allows the driver to fine-tune suspension damping with four settings ranging from normal-mode for everyday driving to a sport-mode for a tighter, more precise feel.
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New Lexus GS 2-2-2-2

New Lexus Design Direction

From an architectural standpoint, the GS marks a move towards a more sculptural direction…that is artistic, dynamic, simple… yet intriguing. A two-inch longer wheelbase and short overhangs on the new GS creates a wide, powerful stance. A long hood, pulled-back cabin and slingshot windows recall classic sports car proportions and the vertical grille surrounded by four independent headlamps connects the new GS with the outgoing model, but with a futuristic look. The front also features an aggressive lower valence with integrated fog lamps. Dynamic 18-inch wheels on the V8 model help tie the muscular yet elegant look together.

The creation of a unique spatial feeling in the passenger compartment is central to the new Lexus design direction. The interior of the new GS has a precision, luxury feel with ultra-premium wood, polished metal and leather accents. Everything inside the GS is designed and styled to create a haven for peaceful comfort and relaxation, from contoured and supportive front seats with optional climate control to the standard 10-speaker audio system with simple steering wheel controls.


New Intelligent Luxury Sport Sedan

In addition to a new look and feel, the new GS also improves upon the increasingly complex nature of automotive technology. The GS offers numerous standard features, such as a keyless SmartAccess that allows the driver to lock, unlock and start the car simply by touching the door handle (with a key fob in pocket) and then simply pressing a push-button to start. An advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPM) can detect and notify the driver, via an indicator warning light, of a significant loss in pressure in one or more tires, a condition that could potentially lead to premature tire wear and loss of control. The GS will also feature the Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS), which helps illuminate a turn or curve as the driver steers into it.

A rear back-up camera is also added for 2006, providing an extra margin of confidence when reversing the vehicle. Available in conjunction with the optional navigation system, it automatically projects an image of what the camera lens can detect behind the vehicle onto the navigation screen when the vehicle is in the reverse gear.

“With the new GS we took all that was good in terms of technology and found ways to make it more intuitive, more intelligent and more relevant to the needs of its driver,” said Clements.

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New Lexus GS 3-3-3-3

Advanced Safety Features

The GS will also offer an optional Pre-Collision System (PCS) that can help reduce collision injury and damage. The system uses a millimeter-wave radar sensor to detect obstacles in front of the car and a pre-collision system computer with vehicle speed, steering angle and yaw rate inputs that help to determine in advance whether a collision is unavoidable. The system then preemptively retracts front seat belts and prepares Brake Assist for increased braking force to help reduce collision speed.

In addition, the new GS gains new knee airbags for the driver and front passenger as well as front and rear side curtain airbags as standard equipment. The Supplemental Restraint System in the new GS also includes variable-force front airbags for both driver and front passenger. Sensors determine the severity of the accident and in turn the force with which to deploy the front airbags, helping to provide the appropriate level of occupant restraint.

“Nearly every feature on the GS makes this sports sedan more manageable and more engaging to drive,” said Clements.

Preliminary Specifications

Wheelbase: 112.2 in.

Length: 189.8 in.

Width: 71.7 in.

Height: 56.1 in.

Engines: 3.0 liter V6 – 245 hp; 228 lb.-ft. of torque
4.3 liter V8 – 300 hp; 325 lb.-ft. of torque

Transmission: 6-speed sequential automatic

Source: Autoweek

gavriil

Guys let's continue here:

http://www.acura-cl.com/forums/showt...hreadid=126558

gavriil

This is interesting. This new engine is of V config. So no more inline. Though it's not of 3.3 liters, ala-RX/ES. I wonder why. With 3.3 liters, they could have easily tuned it for 260HP/250 lb-ft. Hmmm..

Finally, I now am a little more certain that the rumored 3.5 liter engine from BMW will also be of V config. We'll know in a few months.

gavriil

By the way, I am not really crazy about the rear. Especially the lights. Overall, I am not very impressed with this new GS (exterior-design-wise). Interiori is flawless as usual.

gavriil

Love the 6 speed automatic tranny.

Also, I am reiterating rumors of the current 4.3 liter V8 to be substituted by a brand new 5.0 liter engine. For all 430 Lexus cars. That would be great.

heyitsme

I like the exterior better than the current car, but the interior makes me appreciate the new acuras even more. I wouldn't be surprised if the new rl is a better car in everyway.

1SICKLEX

At first, I was like uhhhh, then I started looking harder, I love this thing .The rear does look squeezed, the car is barely 1/2 inch longer, whereas every car nowadays seems to get bigger and more SUV like.

It just looks very elegant to me.

1SICKLEX

maybe lock or merge this thread Gavriil??

Maximized

I love the interior of the new GS. Check out the bolstering of the front seats. The exterior is a different story. It isn't as beautiful as the current GS. Anyone have any specs on weight? I am guessing that the AWD car will be over 4000 lbs. With the same enigne from the current GS430, the new model should be slightly slower.

Crazy Bimmer

you dont own us

1SICKLEX

My bad, LET THE CHAOS RULE!!!

BTW, I can see you pimping this out (hint hint hint)...

Neech

This might be a stupid question but does (will) Lexus use "intelligent cruise control" on this model?

DISRUPTV

i'd buy this over a 5in a heartbeat

DISRUPTV

i wished they couldve used a little darker wood...i.e. the color wood they have in the current gs is perfect!


if i have the proper financial ability, this may be my next car altho i will wait for the 5.0motor, although i fear that wont be out untill 3 years after the new gs is introduced

charliemike

Ugh, I don't like it. It looks like a huge 5-dr ...

Infamous425

i love it.

darrinb

i love the interior

like the back and the sides of the exterior but hate the front

would i buy it over a 545 bimmer??

fuck no

lexus' in stock form are not for driver enthusiats like me, they are boring cars to drive...

pimpscls

damn that is pretty nice

1SICKLEX

darrinb, what car do u drive, just curious....

Sarlacc

heh, ouch, I'm figuring with the 4 setting adjustable suspension things are going to get more interesting for lexus from a driving standpoint.

Crazy Bimmer

gavriil

WOuld not be surprised if that were an option. I am pretty sure you can get it on the LS.

jts1207

The new GS is nice but I wouldnt say groundbeaking. Nothing more special than say the E, 5 or new A6 for that matter. Yes its nice but not the second coming. So can we stop with all the Lexus owners only care 10% about performance and the "we" have been up all night and talked 27 pages about it posts. Nice car but really

heyitsme

you don't need a lexus to be an enthusiast, the new gs looks like a land yacht like the maxima.

H2Q

i love this car!!! center console is the best i've seen in this class. the new 5's console is shit compared to this. although i do like the E's console.

i'm okay with the back but feel that the front is a little too subtle. could've made it a little more agressive...

Crazy Bimmer

I think what our lex troll is trying to say is that the CLS is just as boring, if not more boring to drive, than a Gs430

I personally would have more fun in a Gs430 than i would in a CLS.

No offense cuz the pricing shows the difference, so the GS better be a more fun car to drive.

danny25

that car is beautiful!!!

TypeSAddict

I would say almost certainly yes. It is going to use the Radar based PreSafe system thhat is on the LS, so it would be stupid not to bundle that with radar cruise control (as they do in the LS) ; it's the same system.

cl-driver

The 2006 GS is tentatively scheduled to be released sometime in Dec 04/Jan 05. The HP figures have not been finalized yet but it doesn't seem that there will a huge increase. The 6spd transmission should hold the performance #'s with the current GS series, if not better. The 04 LS accelerates from 0-60 in 5.9 compared to the 03 in 6.3 with the same hp/tq figures. Although the upgrades to the exhaust system may have helped too. Also, the AWD option may not be launched at the initial release of the vehicle. A 5.0 liter engine may be a strong possibility in the future for the GS which is also scheduled for the LS.

cl-driver

The 2006 GS is tentatively scheduled to be released sometime in Dec 04/Jan 05. The HP figures have not been finalized yet but it doesn't seem that there will a huge increase. The 6spd transmission should hold the performance #'s with the current GS series, if not better. The 04 LS accelerates from 0-60 in 5.9 compared to the 03 in 6.3 with the same hp/tq figures. Although the upgrades to the exhaust system may have helped too. Also, the AWD option may not be launched at the initial release of the vehicle. A 5.0 liter engine may be a strong possibility in the future for the GS which is also scheduled for the LS.

darrinb

1siclex

when u get on a lexus u cant even hear the engine, its soo smooth and soft, my pops got a gs, the seats just dont hold u in liek they do in my car, i aint knockin lexus or anything, there cars are the best quality u can buy, but they are just not for the true car enthusiasts, u cant compare a 545 to a gs in terms of the handling, suspension, etc etc