Lexus: GS News
12-31-2004, 09:50 PM
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Yikes, from this angle, I think the GS's dash looks very plain. Just plastic all around and I can't stand that aluminum trim surrounding the nav screen. I just realized it doesn't have the wood steering wheel of previous GS pics, maybe that's why it looks so barren.
12-31-2004, 09:54 PM
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http://www.autospies.com/gallery/200...g/IMG_1423.jpg
Hope thats a bad angle, otherwise it looks as if it would be hard to see out of the rear window!
Hope thats a bad angle, otherwise it looks as if it would be hard to see out of the rear window!
12-31-2004, 10:42 PM
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Originally Posted by goldmemberer
I can't imagine that their Jap 3.5L puts out anything under 260hp. That's plenty of oomph, I say.
If it's the same motor as in the Avalon then it makes 280hp.
01-01-2005, 05:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
http://www.autospies.com/gallery/200...g/IMG_1423.jpg
Hope thats a bad angle, otherwise it looks as if it would be hard to see out of the rear window!
Hope thats a bad angle, otherwise it looks as if it would be hard to see out of the rear window!
01-01-2005, 06:04 AM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
If it's the same motor as in the Avalon then it makes 280hp.
01-01-2005, 10:58 PM
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The black interior looks nice but that grey does not look luxurious at all, I don't see interior color being a problem in either the RL or M-series.
IMO it's the vast expanse of plastic on the dash + the dull grey color. At least in the RL the down market look of the plastic center console is balanced by the metal trim on the center stack. In the GS, the whole dash is just plastic, no matter how high in quality.
01-06-2005, 11:53 PM
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Originally Posted by SeCsTaC
IMO the M35/45 will kill this shit.
01-11-2005, 12:47 AM
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vtec took some shots...the badge in the back looks like it says GS 300, so I guess the rumors were true. No 350 for the US.
01-11-2005, 12:59 AM
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01-28-2005, 09:25 AM
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Lexus Readying Second Hybrid -- By Paul A. Eisenstein - - Source: The Car Connection
Toyota’s luxury arm, Lexus, plans to roll out a second hybrid-electric vehicle with a media preview scheduled during the upcoming New York Auto Show. The GS450h will be the first luxury sedan with a hybrid powertrain, and the first HEV in any form on a rear-wheel-drive platform. Its Big Apple unveiling is scheduled to occur about the same time the first Lexus hybrid, the RX400h crossover, hits showrooms. Company officials are being tightlipped about specific details, but Lexus will start with the new GS430, and mate a version of its Synergy Drive system to the sedan’s already beefy V-8. Where early hybrids, such as Toyota’s breakthrough Prius, focused on delivering maximum mileage, Lexus is taking a different tack. The RX400h will trade off a bit of fuel economy to increase acceleration. And in the GS450h sedan, the emphasis will be on “pure performance,” hinted Lexus General Manager Denny Clements, noting that electric motors deliver maximum torque during initial acceleration. Expect to see the hybrid roll onto the market about a year after the launch of the new, gasoline-powered GS models.
01-30-2005, 06:37 PM
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Source: Club Lexus Forum (via CarSpyShots.net forum)
2006 GS 430
2006 GS430 Base $51,125
Mark Levinson w/ Navigation System $4,030
Rear Spoiler $200
Rain Sensing Wipers/Headlamp Cleaners $225
Power Tilt &Slide Moonroof $1,000
Power Rear Sunshade $210
Ventilated Front Seats $200
Intuitive park Assist $500
$57,490 plus LDA and Destination.
There is also run flats and PCS, but it appears they aren't building those.
And for those of you who did not like the look of the GS rim, a "G-Spider" 18" Alloy is an available option.
2006 GS 300 RWD
006 GS300 RWD Base $42,900
"Premium Package"
Rain Sensing Wipers/Adaptive Front Lighting System/Headlamp Cleaners $525
Power Tilt&Slide Moonroof $1000
Power Rear Sunshade $210
Ventilated Front Seats $200
Intuitive Park Assist $500
$45,335 plus LDA and Destination.
"Fully Loaded"
Mark Levinson w/ Navigation System $4,030
Intuitive Park Assist $500
$49,865 plus LDA and Destination.
There is also run flats and PCS, but it appears they aren't building those.
2006 GS 300 AWD
The GS300 AWD Base will be $44,850
New Standard features included in base price, but are not limited to:
Heated Leather Seats with Memory
Smart Entry with Push Start Button
In Dash 6 Disc Changer
Projector Type HID Headlamps
Knee Airbags
Wood Steering Wheel and Shift Knob
17" Wheels on V6, 18" on V8
0-60 on the GS430 is 5.7 sec!!!!!
VDIM...Vehicle Dynamics Integrated management system is standard on the GS430. It is the MOST advanced active safety system in the world. Besides controlling braking and traction of each wheel - like VSC does - it adjust the AVS suspension and the all new electronic power steering with variable gear ratio steering (VGRS). All these components work together to produce an incredibly seamless stability enhancement system.
Mark Levinson 7.1 Discrete Surround DVD Audio...This optional system features 14 speakers and an 11 channel amplifier to reproduce sound quality like no car audio ever before.
The GS RWD and AWD have an all new V6 engine with the first application of direct fuel injection and dual VVT-i that acts on both intake and exhaust vavles. The result is more power, a wide torque range, and with the 6 speed transmission and other inhancements, a considerable 20% FUEL ECONOMY IMPROVEMENT.
Also for the first time, Intuitive Park Assist incorporates a Steering Sensitive Clearance Sonar, and the Pre-Collision System (PSC) includes active braking.
2006 GS430 Base $51,125
Mark Levinson w/ Navigation System $4,030
Rear Spoiler $200
Rain Sensing Wipers/Headlamp Cleaners $225
Power Tilt &Slide Moonroof $1,000
Power Rear Sunshade $210
Ventilated Front Seats $200
Intuitive park Assist $500
$57,490 plus LDA and Destination.
There is also run flats and PCS, but it appears they aren't building those.
And for those of you who did not like the look of the GS rim, a "G-Spider" 18" Alloy is an available option.
2006 GS 300 RWD
006 GS300 RWD Base $42,900
"Premium Package"
Rain Sensing Wipers/Adaptive Front Lighting System/Headlamp Cleaners $525
Power Tilt&Slide Moonroof $1000
Power Rear Sunshade $210
Ventilated Front Seats $200
Intuitive Park Assist $500
$45,335 plus LDA and Destination.
"Fully Loaded"
Mark Levinson w/ Navigation System $4,030
Intuitive Park Assist $500
$49,865 plus LDA and Destination.
There is also run flats and PCS, but it appears they aren't building those.
2006 GS 300 AWD
The GS300 AWD Base will be $44,850
New Standard features included in base price, but are not limited to:
Heated Leather Seats with Memory
Smart Entry with Push Start Button
In Dash 6 Disc Changer
Projector Type HID Headlamps
Knee Airbags
Wood Steering Wheel and Shift Knob
17" Wheels on V6, 18" on V8
0-60 on the GS430 is 5.7 sec!!!!!
VDIM...Vehicle Dynamics Integrated management system is standard on the GS430. It is the MOST advanced active safety system in the world. Besides controlling braking and traction of each wheel - like VSC does - it adjust the AVS suspension and the all new electronic power steering with variable gear ratio steering (VGRS). All these components work together to produce an incredibly seamless stability enhancement system.
Mark Levinson 7.1 Discrete Surround DVD Audio...This optional system features 14 speakers and an 11 channel amplifier to reproduce sound quality like no car audio ever before.
The GS RWD and AWD have an all new V6 engine with the first application of direct fuel injection and dual VVT-i that acts on both intake and exhaust vavles. The result is more power, a wide torque range, and with the 6 speed transmission and other inhancements, a considerable 20% FUEL ECONOMY IMPROVEMENT.
Also for the first time, Intuitive Park Assist incorporates a Steering Sensitive Clearance Sonar, and the Pre-Collision System (PSC) includes active braking.
01-30-2005, 06:41 PM
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The ventilated front seats are a steal for that price. Same for the rain sensors and headlamp wipers. Even the rear sunshade sounds worth the money.
What is PCS I wonder?
Bottom line well equipped RWD V6 is 45K and the same for the V8 is 55K. Not bad.
Knee airbags sound necessary to have. Good job Lexus.
What is PCS I wonder?
Bottom line well equipped RWD V6 is 45K and the same for the V8 is 55K. Not bad.
Knee airbags sound necessary to have. Good job Lexus.
01-30-2005, 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
The ventilated front seats are a steal for that price. Same for the rain sensors and headlamp wipers. Even the rear sunshade sounds worth the money.
What is PCS I wonder?
Bottom line well equipped RWD V6 is 45K and the same for the V8 is 55K. Not bad.
Knee airbags sound necessary to have. Good job Lexus.
What is PCS I wonder?
Bottom line well equipped RWD V6 is 45K and the same for the V8 is 55K. Not bad.
Knee airbags sound necessary to have. Good job Lexus.
'No car can predict accidents, but now the LS can react to them the instant before they happen. The Pre-Collision Safety (PCS) System [3] uses radar to detect possible obstacles ahead. Sensors then determine in advance whether a crash is unavoidable. Once an accident is calculated to be inevitable, a computer immediately activates the Pre-Collision seatbelt, which restrains the driver and front passenger, and the Pre-Collision Brake Assist, which applies maximum braking force once the brake pedal is pressed.'
I just wish they would make the AWD in the GS430.
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01-30-2005, 11:07 PM
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Originally Posted by heyitsme
Out of Infiniti Acura and Lexus it seems this car is seriously lacking in wood or aluminum accents, takes away from the overall luxury appearance of the interior.
01-31-2005, 09:01 AM
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Originally Posted by cl-driver
PCS is currently available on the LS430. Taken from the Lexus website:
'No car can predict accidents, but now the LS can react to them the instant before they happen. The Pre-Collision Safety (PCS) System [3] uses radar to detect possible obstacles ahead. Sensors then determine in advance whether a crash is unavoidable. Once an accident is calculated to be inevitable, a computer immediately activates the Pre-Collision seatbelt, which restrains the driver and front passenger, and the Pre-Collision Brake Assist, which applies maximum braking force once the brake pedal is pressed.'
I just wish they would make the AWD in the GS430.
'No car can predict accidents, but now the LS can react to them the instant before they happen. The Pre-Collision Safety (PCS) System [3] uses radar to detect possible obstacles ahead. Sensors then determine in advance whether a crash is unavoidable. Once an accident is calculated to be inevitable, a computer immediately activates the Pre-Collision seatbelt, which restrains the driver and front passenger, and the Pre-Collision Brake Assist, which applies maximum braking force once the brake pedal is pressed.'
I just wish they would make the AWD in the GS430.
Thanks. PCS.
The reason you dont see a GS430 in AWD trim is price and weight. Same for the M45 and others.
01-31-2005, 11:43 AM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
Thanks. PCS.
The reason you dont see a GS430 in AWD trim is price and weight. Same for the M45 and others.
The reason you dont see a GS430 in AWD trim is price and weight. Same for the M45 and others.
01-31-2005, 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by biker
Then why does the E500 have it?
01-31-2005, 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by phile
I think it has enough wood accents. IMO, I would've like to see the RL with wood on its center console.
Theres nothing on the dash though and it seems to be the only luxury car in this class that doesn't.
01-31-2005, 07:00 PM
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Theres nothing on the dash though and it seems to be the only luxury car in this class that doesn't.
02-01-2005, 02:33 AM
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my god, i just want to throw up everytime i see the new gs. it's just big ang bulbous and its styling is horrible. why take cues from the first generation? that thing was ugly and bland. who gives a crap if it was designed by the italians. they should have took cues from the second generation and improved those. too bad they didn't. i'm sure the interior will be typical lexus, with great fit and finish with quality materials.
interior appearance
M > RL > GS
exterior appearance
M/RL > GS
engines
M45 > GS430 > RL > M35 > GS300
interior appearance
M > RL > GS
exterior appearance
M/RL > GS
engines
M45 > GS430 > RL > M35 > GS300
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02-02-2005, 02:44 PM
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I saw a black LS430 on my way to work today. It was a production model complete with the standard equipment of old people inside it. Didn't know it was out.
But then again, this is Malibu.
But then again, this is Malibu.
02-02-2005, 07:34 PM
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Lexus learns from BMW example, plans to make more changes, more often to lineup - - By MARK RECHTIN | Automotive News - - Source: Autoweek
But Toyota has applied for trademarks for the names "GS 460" and "GS 350," which could indicate midcycle displacement increases.
02-10-2005, 12:20 AM
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An actual review, unlike that BS from Edmunds.
http://www.thecarconnection.com/index.asp?article=8081
Not surprising, I think the auto mags give Lexus interiors too much hype. I'm glad someone is bold enough to point out some little details:
And performance for the V6:
http://www.thecarconnection.com/index.asp?article=8081
On paper, the GS430 certainly seems to deliver. Thump the throttle, and you’ll watch the speedo needle sweep past 60 in an impressive 5.7 seconds. Top speed is a solid 149 mph.
Technology aside, those gauge pods weren’t quite as sophisticated looking as we’d have expected, and while the overall interior is incredibly well-apportioned, we were surprised by some small, disappointing details using the sort of cheap black plastic normally found in entry-level automobiles.
For those who don’t need quite that much power, there’s also an all-new, 245-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 in the GS300. It’s still quick, turning 0-60 times of 6.8 seconds.
