2013 Lexus GS 450h

The appearance

Lexus has packed into it everything that is good and expensive, the 2013 Lexus GS 450h. Thus, the total over the competition perspective considerably. But even with the classic series features Lexus GS 450h and the highly placed and the GS 250, the measure. All now mandatory safety systems like ABS, traction control, eight airbags and useful features such as fog lamps, Bi-xenon lights, automatic air conditioning are installed in the two models.

2013 Lexus GS 450h

Is complemented by a good quality policy as well as Bluetooth audio system with DAB tuner and DVD players. The leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons is electrically adjustable vertically and horizontally and in an 8-inch multi-function display shows the rear view camera what's going on behind the GS. The keyless entry into the GS works thanks Smartkey, the pressure can be the starter button on the motor that can hear thanks to electric operation no sign. Therefore, the function displays are available that confirm the start.

Handling

Quietly hums the Lexus GS 450h, the first few meters in front of him. Up to 4 km range at maximum 64 km / h are the theoretical values ​​obtainable with a purely electric drive. Until the powerful V6 with 3.5 liters of displacement jumps and the sedan can quickly shoot an arrow towards the front. 5.9 seconds should be at the sprint from zero to the magic 100 km / h, top speed is 250 km / h

However, whether the constraint pushing the overall performance of the 2013 GS 450h of consumption specified by the manufacturer is 5.9 liters, may be doubted. To achieve this, it takes more than just a gentle foot on the accelerator, and finally to more than 1.9 tonnes are held in a good mood.

Absolutely the highest level of the suspension and the resulting compromise between comfort and sportiness. The adaptive variable suspension AVS are four modes to optimize the particular pleasure of driving. In Eco mode, the motor control are not only influenced, but also just been outstanding and distinguished air conditioning. This is regulated accordingly, and thus requires less energy, which corresponds to a lower fuel consumption.

Lexus has the "S-flow" climate control system with Nanoe technology that comes in the new premium sports sedan GS are used, the price for the "Interior Innovation of the Year" (Production Vehicle Interior Innovation of the Year ") received . The award was presented for the first time as part of the Automotive Interiors Expo 2012 on 12 June in Stuttgart.

Sport and Sport S + S are, however, the downside of the Eco mode. Spontaneous and even more powerful acceleration associated with a change in the instrument display. Nothing more, with information on driving in the most efficient electric drive. Bright red demonstrate speedometer and tachometer, the power of the Lexus 450h. True to the motto: "Beware when she let loose!"

As the first full hybrid, the new Lexus GS 450h is a steering-linked by a maximum of two degrees rear axle called "Lexus Dynamic Handling System." This increases the agility when cornering and is also responsible for a further improvement in driving stability.

Specifications: 2013 Lexus GS 450h

Engine: 6-cylinder gasoline engine with full hybrid drive
Transmission: Hybrid transmission - Electronically controlled, infinitely variable transmission
Displacement: 3,456 cc
Power in kW / hp at rpm xy / 254 kW (345 hp) Total System Performance
Max torque: 345 Nm at 4,600 rpm
Length / width / height in mm 4.850/1.840/1.455
Wheelbase: 2,850 mm in
Curb weight: 1.910 kg
Perm. Total weight: 2392 kg
Luggage capacity: 485 liters
Tires: 225/50 R 17
Wheels: 7.5 x 17 "light alloy
Acceleration: 5.9 seconds
Maximum speed: 250 km / h
Fuel tank capacity: 66 liters
Combined transport fuel consumption: 5.9 liters per 100 km