Especificaciones y análisis del Lexus GS
Power
200HP
Torque
275Nm
Consumption
6.1l/100
Emissions
141g/km
0-100 km/h
5.9s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1895kg
Price
70,700€
Technical summary
Híbrido
Automático Múltiplesv
RWD
5 / 4 doors
468 L
66 L
147 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Lexus GS 450h Hybrid Drive · 200 CV (2012-2015)
General description
The 2012 Lexus GS 450h is not just a luxury sedan; it's a statement of principles. In a world dominated by German diesel engines, Lexus proposed a different path: the sophistication of a powerful hybrid system that promised performance and efficiency without sacrificing an ounce of refinement. It's a car that invites you to rediscover the pleasure of travel.
Driving experience
Driving the GS 450h is an almost Zen-like experience. The silence when starting in electric mode envelops you, and the transition to the V6 engine is so smooth it's barely perceptible. When you demand power, the response is immediate and forceful, a surge of thrust that pins you to the seat with unusual elegance. Its rear-wheel-drive chassis and suspension achieve a magical balance between superb highway comfort and surprising agility in corners, always conveying a sense of absolute control and poise.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a blend of sharp elegance and imposing presence. The spindle grille, which was becoming the brand's hallmark, gives it a front end with character and personality. Inside, you are welcomed by a cabin that is a sanctuary of quality. Every material, from the leather on the seats to the wood or aluminum inserts, has been chosen and assembled with a craftsmanship that delights the senses and creates an atmosphere of serene, timeless luxury.
Technology and features
The crown jewel is its Hybrid Drive system. The combination of a 3.5-liter V6 engine and a powerful electric motor not only offered blistering acceleration but also very low fuel consumption for a sedan of its size and power. The interior was dominated by one of the largest screens of its time, controlling a complete and advanced infotainment system, proving that technology could serve comfort and intuition.
Competition
It fearlessly faced the German giants like the BMW 5 Series, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and the Audi A6. While its rivals focused on sportiness or traditional brand image, the Lexus GS 450h offered an irresistible argument: legendary reliability, superior ride comfort, and the exclusivity of a hybrid technology that made it a choice as intelligent as it was passionate. It was the alternative for those looking for something more than the obvious.
Conclusion
The Lexus GS 450h is much more than a car; it's a different kind of luxury experience. It's a sedan for the driver who values sublime engineering, inner peace, and the tranquility of knowing they are driving a machine built to last. It doesn't shout its virtues; it whispers them with every silent kilometer driven, with every smooth acceleration, and with every detail of its exquisite interior. A masterpiece of balance and refinement.