HybridLexusGs450h

Lexus GS 450h. Lexus engineers had several, lofty goals for the
industry's first high-performance hybrid rear-wheel-drive sedan
the Lexus GS 450h. It is a car that is more about performance,
comfort and than fuel economy. Welcome to our comprehensive
Kelley Blue Book review of the Lexus GS 450h.

The GS 450h delivers the performance of a modern 4.5-liter V8
with the fuel efficiency of a 2.0-liter four cylinder. Emissions are
close to 80 percent cleaner than those of an average car, and
the noise level during electric-mode operation is one-half of that
during normal engine operation. Finally, the acceleration from 0
to 60 mph is as quick as a Porsche 911 with an automatic
transmission.

The Lexus GS 450h is as comfortable as one would expect of a
Lexus, and it has all the environmentally friendly features that
people want from an eco-conscience hybrid.

The Lexus GS 450h sport sedan combines luxury with performance in a bold and elegant design. It is the only gasoline electric hybrid model its
segment. The GS 450h's hybrid powertrain shares its engine with the IS 350 sedan, a 3.5-liter V6 capable of yielding 292 horsepower. This engine,
combined with two electric motors, brings the GS 450h's total horsepower to 340. Standard features include automatic climate control, power moonroof,
parking assist with rear camera, adaptive variable suspension, adaptive front lighting system, SmartAccess keyless entry, Bluetooth wireless
connnectivity, genuine wood trim and a premium 6-disc audio system. The GS 450h features Lexus' Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management system,
which combines various coordinated electronic safety features such as an electronic stability system, electronic steering and electronic brakes. Other
standard safety features include anti-lock brakes, and front knee, side-impact and side curtain airbags. Options include a Mark Levinson sound system
with navigation, power active stabilizer and a pre-collision system with dynamic radar cruise control. The Lexus GS 450h receives an increase in trunk
capacity of more than 40 percent, yielding 10.6 cu. ft. of space. [via autos.aol.com]