With safety in mind, the next-generation GS will get knee airbags for front occupants, plus standard front and rear side curtain airbags. The standard front airbags will be of the new-generation variable-force variety.
While I'm still in love with the stunning LF-S concept that caused all the commotion at last year's Tokyo auto show, I can still appreciate the production GS will add a high degree of style to the future Lexus lineup, not to mention the midsize performance sedan class on the whole. If North America's most popular luxury brand continues this fashionable trend throughout its entire lineup, Lexus' progression up the sales charts will become unstoppable.
Specifications:
- Price Range (estimated MSRP): $62,000 - $80,000
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, AWD
- Base Engine: 245 hp, 228 lb-ft of torque, 3.0-L, 24-valve, DOHC V6
- Optional Engine: 300 hp, 325 lb-ft of torque, 4.3-L, 32-valve, DOHC V8
- Transmission: 6-spd auto with manual mode
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: N/A
- Acceleration (estimated 0 - 100 km/h): 5.8 seconds (GS 430)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,821 / 1,821 / 1,425 / 2,850 mm (189.8 / 71.7 / 56.1 / 112.2 inches)
- Fuel Economy (estimated city/hwy): 13.0 / 8.4 L/100 km (18 / 28 mpg) (GS 430)
- Warranty (mo/km): 48/80,000 comprehensive - 72/110,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Audi A6, BMW 5-Series, Cadillac STS, Jaguar S-Type, Infiniti G35 / M45, Lincoln LS, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Volkswagen Passat W8, Volvo S80
- Web Site: www.lexus.ca
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