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[[Image:GS450h.jpg|frame|2007 [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h]] | [[Image:GS450h.jpg|frame|2007 [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h]] | ||
The 2007 [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h is the second foray into the hybrid market for this brand name of the [[Toyota|Toyota Motor Corporation]], the first being last year's [[Lexus RX 400h|RX 400h]] sport utility. | The 2007 [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h is the second foray into the [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] market for this brand name of the [[Toyota|Toyota Motor Corporation]], the first being last year's [[Lexus RX 400h|RX 400h]] sport utility. | ||
Hybrids have a stigma of being slow, strange and more expensive than conventional cars, right? Not anymore says [[Lexus|Lexus]] with the GS 450h which will use a 3.5-liter V6 engine and a high-output electric motor driving the rear wheels to place the horsepower at the level of a V8 engine. | [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrids]] have a stigma of being slow, strange and more expensive than conventional cars, right? Not anymore says [[Lexus|Lexus]] with the GS 450h which will use a 3.5-liter [[V6|V6]] engine and a high-output electric motor driving the rear wheels to place the [[HP|horsepower]] at the level of a V8 engine. | ||
With just 2,000 units available, even at the $54,900 base price [[Lexus|Lexus]] will easily sell every GS 450h unit. The company will follow the new sedan with an [[Lexus LS 600h|LS 600h]] model using the same rear-drive hybrid technology bolted to the new 380-horsepower V-8 to deliver V-12 performance. | With just 2,000 units available, even at the $54,900 base price [[Lexus|Lexus]] will easily sell every GS 450h unit. The company will follow the new sedan with an [[Lexus LS 600h|LS 600h]] model using the same rear-drive [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] technology bolted to the new 380-[[HP|horsepower]] V-8 to deliver V-12 performance. | ||
[[Image:G450h_interior.jpg|frame|[[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h interior shown with the optional [[Lexus|Lexus]] Voice-Activated DVD [[Navigation System|Navigation System]]]] | [[Image:G450h_interior.jpg|frame|[[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h interior shown with the optional [[Lexus|Lexus]] Voice-Activated DVD [[Navigation System|Navigation System]]]] | ||
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===GS 450h Features Include:=== | ===GS 450h Features Include:=== | ||
* 3.5-liter V6 gas engine coupled with a high-output electric-drive motor, producing 340 HP total system. | * 3.5-liter [[V6|V6]] gas engine coupled with a high-output electric-drive motor, producing 340 [[HP|HP]] total system. | ||
* [[Continuously Variable Transmission|Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)]] linking to a RWD drivetrain. | * [[Continuously Variable Transmission|Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)]] linking to a RWD drivetrain. | ||
* Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) advanced stability and traction control management system. | * Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) advanced stability and traction control management system. | ||
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===GS 450h Options:=== | ===GS 450h Options:=== | ||
* Lexus voice-activated DVD [[Navigation System|Navigation System]]. | * [[Lexus|Lexus]] voice-activated DVD [[Navigation System|Navigation System]]. | ||
* Mark Levinson® 14-speaker 330-watt premium surround sound audio system. | * Mark Levinson® 14-speaker 330-watt premium surround sound audio system. | ||
* Lexus Pre-Collision System (PCS) and dynamic [[Cruise Control|radar cruise control]]. | * [[Lexus|Lexus]] Pre-Collision System (PCS) and dynamic [[Cruise Control|radar cruise control]]. | ||
* Active Stabilizer Suspension System. | * Active Stabilizer Suspension System. | ||
* Rear Spoiler. | * Rear Spoiler. | ||
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The GS 450h base vehicle retails for $54,900 MSRP with a $695 delivery charge, amounting to a base price of $55,595. | The GS 450h base vehicle retails for $54,900 MSRP with a $695 delivery charge, amounting to a base price of $55,595. | ||
When loaded up and compared to a fully sorted [[Lexus GS 430]] with a comparably powered V-8 gas engine prices are very similar. Take in consideration the savings at the fuel pump and this price point will be more and more to the liking of Lexus consumers. | When loaded up and compared to a fully sorted [[Lexus GS 430]] with a comparably powered V-8 gas engine prices are very similar. Take in consideration the savings at the fuel pump and this price point will be more and more to the liking of [[Lexus|Lexus]] consumers. | ||
The projected Federal Tax Credit for owning a 2007 Lexus GS 450h is $1,550 as part of President Bush's comprehensive energy bill. | The projected Federal Tax Credit for owning a 2007 [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h is $1,550 as part of President Bush's comprehensive energy bill. | ||
Today's prices for all optional equipment on the 2007 Lexus GS 450h are available at CarsDirect.[http://www.carsdirect.com/lexus/gs_450h/prices] | Today's prices for all optional equipment on the 2007 [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h are available at CarsDirect.[http://www.carsdirect.com/[[Lexus|lexus]]/gs_450h/prices] | ||
==Gas Mileage== | ==Gas Mileage== | ||
The Lexus GS 450h works out to a 25 city/28 highway mpg EPA estimated rating. ''Actual milage may vary.'' | The [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h works out to a 25 city/28 highway mpg EPA estimated rating. ''Actual milage may vary.'' | ||
Admittedly not as impressive as other hybrid vehicles on the market like the [[Honda Civic Hybrid|Honda Civic Hybrid]], [[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Toyota Camry Hybrid]] or even SUVs like Fords [[Ford Escape Hybrid| Escape Hybrid]]. Lexus has composed a [http://lexus.com/assets/models/performance/pdf/GSh_driving_performance_guide.pdf driving guide] to get the most out of their fuel efficiency systems in the GS 450h. | Admittedly not as impressive as other [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid vehicles]] on the market like the [[Honda Civic Hybrid|Honda Civic Hybrid]], [[Toyota Camry Hybrid|Toyota Camry Hybrid]] or even SUVs like Fords [[Ford Escape Hybrid| Escape Hybrid]]. [[Lexus|Lexus]] has composed a [http://[[Lexus|lexus]].com/assets/models/performance/pdf/GSh_driving_performance_guide.pdf driving guide] to get the most out of their fuel efficiency systems in the GS 450h. | ||
==Reliability== | ==Reliability== | ||
For years Lexus has received award after award for catagories such as best initial quality and best customer satisfaction from the likes of [http://www.jdpower.com/ J.D. Power and Associates]. This outstanding quality and reliability is sure to continue in the GS 450h. | For years [[Lexus|Lexus]] has received award after award for catagories such as best initial quality and best customer satisfaction from the likes of [http://www.jdpower.com/ J.D. Power and Associates]. This outstanding quality and reliability is sure to continue in the GS 450h. | ||
==Safety== | ==Safety== | ||
'''The Lexus GS 450h includes the following safety features , ''STANDARD'':''' | '''The [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h includes the following safety features , ''STANDARD'':''' | ||
* Driver and front passenger airbags including front, side, side curtain and knee. | * Driver and front passenger airbags including front, side, side curtain and knee. | ||
* Rear side curtain airbags. | * Rear side curtain airbags. | ||
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* [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)]]. | * [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)]]. | ||
* [[Brake Assist|Braking Assist]]. | * [[Brake Assist|Braking Assist]]. | ||
* Electronic Controlled Braking (ECB) and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD). | * Electronic Controlled Braking (ECB) and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution ([[Electronic Brake-Force Distribution|EBD]]). | ||
* Tire pressure monitor system. | * Tire pressure monitor system. | ||
* Highly rigid body structure. | * Highly rigid body structure. | ||
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* Front and rear crumple zones. | * Front and rear crumple zones. | ||
* [[Seatbelt Pretensioners|3-point seatbelt]] with Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for driver. | * [[Seatbelt Pretensioners|3-point seatbelt]] with Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for driver. | ||
* [[Seatbelt Pretensioners|3-point seatbelts]] with Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) for all passengers. | * [[Seatbelt Pretensioners|3-point seatbelts]] with [[Automatic transmission|Automatic]] Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) for all passengers. | ||
* Child Restraint Seat (CRS) tether anchor brackets. | * Child Restraint Seat (CRS) tether anchor brackets. | ||
* Child safety locks and window lock button on driver door control. | * Child safety locks and window lock button on driver door control. | ||
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==Colors== | ==Colors== | ||
'''The 2007 Lexus GS 450h is available in the following colors:''' | '''The 2007 [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h is available in the following colors:''' | ||
[[Image:Blue_onyx_pearl.gif|Blue Onyx Pearl]] Blue Onyx Pearl | [[Image:Blue_onyx_pearl.gif|Blue Onyx Pearl]] Blue Onyx Pearl | ||
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==Main Competitors== | ==Main Competitors== | ||
* [[Honda Accord Hybrid]] | * [[Honda Accord Hybrid]] | ||
* [[Toyota Camry Hybrid]] | * [[Toyota Camry Hybrid]] | ||
==Unique Attributes== | ==Unique Attributes== | ||
* The Lexus GS 450h is more an attempt to raise the bar of hybrid vehicles on the marketplace then a conscientious choice. Plans are in place to have hybrid solutions throughout the Lexus lineup and will be marketed as the premium vehicle trim. | * The [[Lexus|Lexus]] GS 450h is more an attempt to raise the bar of [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid vehicles]] on the marketplace then a conscientious choice. Plans are in place to have [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] solutions throughout the [[Lexus|Lexus]] lineup and will be marketed as the premium vehicle trim. | ||
* Lexus claims a total 339 HP or 253 kW of output power pushing the GS 450h from 0-60 in 5.2 seconds. | * [[Lexus|Lexus]] claims a total 339 [[HP|HP]] or 253 kW of output power pushing the GS 450h from 0-60 in 5.2 seconds. | ||
* A Neiman Marcus limited-edition GS 450h was included in the 2005 Holiday Catalogue. Only 75 of the special cars were produced in a Crystalline Ice exterior color with Neiman Marcus logo clad interior accents and apparently sold out in 3 hours. | * A Neiman Marcus limited-edition GS 450h was included in the 2005 Holiday Catalogue. Only 75 of the special cars were produced in a Crystalline Ice exterior color with Neiman Marcus logo clad interior accents and apparently sold out in 3 hours. | ||
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
* [http://www.lexus.com/models/hybrid/index.html Lexus Hybrid] | * [http://www.[[Lexus|lexus]].com/models/[[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]]/index.html [[Lexus|Lexus]] [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]]] | ||
* [http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index.php?s=4e891835509645064e2ffca9e8b76757&showforum=79 LexusOwnersClub.com] | * [http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index.php?s=4e891835509645064e2ffca9e8b76757&showforum=79 LexusOwnersClub.com] | ||
* [http://hybridcars.com/lexus-gs450h.html End of the Hybrids As We Know It] | * [http://hybridcars.com/[[Lexus|lexus]]-gs450h.html End of the [[Hybrid Cars|Hybrids]] As We Know It] | ||
* [http://www.edmunds.com/new/2007/lexus/gs450h/100700963/photos.html GS 450h Picture Gallery] | * [http://www.edmunds.com/new/2007/[[Lexus|lexus]]/gs450h/100700963/photos.html GS 450h Picture Gallery] | ||
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2007 Lexus GS 450h
The 2007 Lexus GS 450h is the second foray into the hybrid market for this brand name of the Toyota Motor Corporation, the first being last year's RX 400h sport utility.
Hybrids have a stigma of being slow, strange and more expensive than conventional cars, right? Not anymore says Lexus with the GS 450h which will use a 3.5-liter V6 engine and a high-output electric motor driving the rear wheels to place the horsepower at the level of a V8 engine.
With just 2,000 units available, even at the $54,900 base price Lexus will easily sell every GS 450h unit. The company will follow the new sedan with an LS 600h model using the same rear-drive hybrid technology bolted to the new 380-horsepower V-8 to deliver V-12 performance.
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See WikiCars' comprehensive Lexus GS 450h Review.
Styles and Major Options
GS 450h Features Include:
- 3.5-liter V6 gas engine coupled with a high-output electric-drive motor, producing 340 HP total system.
- Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) linking to a RWD drivetrain.
- Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) advanced stability and traction control management system.
- Regenerative braking to capture energy and recharge the battery.
GS 450h Options:
- Lexus voice-activated DVD Navigation System.
- Mark Levinson® 14-speaker 330-watt premium surround sound audio system.
- Lexus Pre-Collision System (PCS) and dynamic radar cruise control.
- Active Stabilizer Suspension System.
- Rear Spoiler.
- G-Spider alloy wheels.
- All-season run-flat tires.
- Summer run-flat tires.
Pricing
The GS 450h base vehicle retails for $54,900 MSRP with a $695 delivery charge, amounting to a base price of $55,595.
When loaded up and compared to a fully sorted Lexus GS 430 with a comparably powered V-8 gas engine prices are very similar. Take in consideration the savings at the fuel pump and this price point will be more and more to the liking of Lexus consumers.
The projected Federal Tax Credit for owning a 2007 Lexus GS 450h is $1,550 as part of President Bush's comprehensive energy bill.
Today's prices for all optional equipment on the 2007 Lexus GS 450h are available at CarsDirect.lexus/gs_450h/prices
Gas Mileage
The Lexus GS 450h works out to a 25 city/28 highway mpg EPA estimated rating. Actual milage may vary.
Admittedly not as impressive as other hybrid vehicles on the market like the Honda Civic Hybrid, Toyota Camry Hybrid or even SUVs like Fords Escape Hybrid. Lexus has composed a [http://lexus.com/assets/models/performance/pdf/GSh_driving_performance_guide.pdf driving guide] to get the most out of their fuel efficiency systems in the GS 450h.
Reliability
For years Lexus has received award after award for catagories such as best initial quality and best customer satisfaction from the likes of J.D. Power and Associates. This outstanding quality and reliability is sure to continue in the GS 450h.
Safety
The Lexus GS 450h includes the following safety features , STANDARD:
- Driver and front passenger airbags including front, side, side curtain and knee.
- Rear side curtain airbags.
- Electronic Traction Control.
- Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) electronic stability control.
- Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS).
- Braking Assist.
- Electronic Controlled Braking (ECB) and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD).
- Tire pressure monitor system.
- Highly rigid body structure.
- Side impact door beams.
- Front and rear crumple zones.
- 3-point seatbelt with Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for driver.
- 3-point seatbelts with Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) for all passengers.
- Child Restraint Seat (CRS) tether anchor brackets.
- Child safety locks and window lock button on driver door control.
- Full-color display backup camera.
- Intuitive electronic park assist.
- Theft-deterrent and engine immobilizer system.
- High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS).
- Headlamp washers.
- Daytime running lights.
- Integrated foglamps.
- Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers.
An optional Pre-Collision System (PCS) radar is available.
Photos
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Colors
The 2007 Lexus GS 450h is available in the following colors:
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Blue Onyx Pearl
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Black Onyx
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Crystal White
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Glacier Frost Mica
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Flint Mica
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Matador Red Mica
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Mercury Metallic
Main Competitors
Unique Attributes
- The Lexus GS 450h is more an attempt to raise the bar of hybrid vehicles on the marketplace then a conscientious choice. Plans are in place to have hybrid solutions throughout the Lexus lineup and will be marketed as the premium vehicle trim.
- Lexus claims a total 339 HP or 253 kW of output power pushing the GS 450h from 0-60 in 5.2 seconds.
- A Neiman Marcus limited-edition GS 450h was included in the 2005 Holiday Catalogue. Only 75 of the special cars were produced in a Crystalline Ice exterior color with Neiman Marcus logo clad interior accents and apparently sold out in 3 hours.
Resale Values
Due to the limited production and immediate interest there will likely be little to no resale information for some time.
