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The refreshed Lexus' GS wears the new spindle grille fascia design, on top of boosting aesthetical and mechanical upgrades. The executive sedan is more dynamic, with a special treat for audiophiles-a Mark Levinson 17-speaker audio system that is unique to the sedan.
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I've bought the standard spec GS250 and i have driven this car over a year. Well, lexus is known for its durability so you wont have any gearbox, engine problem etc because it's a Toyota after all!» Read More
Driving experience is good, (expected for a 250k car). It really gives you a luxury feeling while driving around with their lighten steering wheel, responsive pedal and many other technology stuffs. Changing of gears is really smooth and slow, also you'll get minimal amount of noise coming out from your engine when cruising in reasonable speed.
As for the interior, dashboard, seats, cushions are all wrap in leather, so you wont have problem cleaning them all.
But for this standard Spec GS250, it does not comes with an AUTO RAIN SENSING WIPERS.. SERIOUSLY? A 250k car does not comes with auto rain sensor and also a shitty 17" Camry lookalike rims.
The power output for this car is negligible due to its heavy chassis and a heavy V6 engine. Although it has 200hp, the overtaking experience feels like driving a 2.0 Camry. -
Tested the GS350 F-Sport. The exterior is pretty eye catching, especially in F-Sport guise. It portrays a sporty, aggressive look that is nothing like its predecessor. Inside, the interior is what you expect from a Lexus - top notch build quality, comfortable seats, and ergonomically located switches and buttons. There is a huge multimedia screen which controls the entertainment/navigation etc.» Read More
Although equipped with a NA engine as compared to its German counterparts, the GS350 is not lacking in performance. It accelerates briskly to 100km/h in 6 secs flat, and does it in a linear and refined manner. This variant comes with specially tweaked suspension that provides confidence going around corners and allows the driver to have some fun behind the wheel.
It comes equipped with a lot of standard features, and the ride is both comfortable and yet fun. To sum it up, I would think the GS 350 is the one to go for if you can afford it, compared to the 250. -
Many of us has been victim of "brand" simply because deep inside we prefer to own a continental car. Lately even the reliable touted GERMAN cars are rated poorly in many independent car review sites.» Read More
Yes, Lexus may not be the most beautiful car but it's design has improved tremendously. I would say it's pretty enough now. There is one thing that all Singaporeans cannot ignore... that is RELIABILITY for the long run. Any nice looking car and hype will eventually die down if the car keep sucking your pocket and you are worrying the maintenance after the warranty period.
I would say Lexus is the best mix of both. Good looking, powerful and RELIABLE. Almost bullet proof !!!! -
Tested the GS250 sometime ago.» Read More
Exterior looks was impressive as the new grills and the standardization of the front.
Interior certainly has the luxury feel similar to E class, 5 series, A6 but lacking in gadgets or far away from them which is disappointing.
The drive was normal, despite its a GS250, there is not much torque when you throttle, which is another disappointment too.
Overtaking is not a breeze as car roars to live but feels difficult to rev up to the drive.
Overall, not a consideration if you are willing to pay this price.
It wasn't too long ago when the term 'Hybrid' was only in theory and science books. Back then, the masses needed time
to sort out the variety of emerging 'tree-hugging' wizardry such as hydrogen, fuel cells, CNG (Compressed Natural Gas)
and bio-fuels. While most still remain as alternatives. Now it seems that hybrids are one of the most popular ways to
go green on our local shores.
Eight years back Lexus debut its first hybrid. Since then, there was no turning back for the Japanese carmaker. Lexus is also the largest luxury carmaker that advocates for hybrid technology.
Lexus has once again proved their strength in luxury car-making, coupled with the knowledge in hybrid technology. With the latest GS, Lexus has seemingly filled up dearth of the sporting elements in its mainstream offerings. And with the hybrid, they have just taken the game a step higher.
Lexus has skipped the tame image of its predecessors and like a puberty-struck adolescent has gone all-out aggressive with the new signature spindle-grille and a growth in dimensions.
A bluish -hue for the roundel badges, LED headlamps and model insignia hints at its cutting-edge drivetrain. The rear bumper diffuser too takes on a slightly different design, spanning across the width of the car and keeping the tail-pipes hidden like an all-out EV.
The GS Hybrid receives the revamped interior and an exclusive bamboo trim, a first for the industry. Lexus is obsessed with quality to the point where the marque went on to acquire a bamboo farm. While most automakers can overdue with flamboyant and exotic materials - Lexus with its GS has maintains contrast in tones and textures for a unique sense of quality.
Further marrying technology to art are the driver's gauges - essentially digital displays, which swop from an energy gauge to a rev counter when the sports modes are engaged. Not as cool as the LFA but cool enough for a GS.
As expected of a Lexus offering, the car isolates your cabin well from the external environment. The GS's capabilities as a grand tourer are put to shine when normal or eco modes are selected. On blemish-littered roads, the GS rides with aplomb, with the plush damping soaking up the imperfections.
The car weighs a little more thanks to the hybrid system but does not compromise performance when the occasion calls for it hitting the century mark in no more than 6 seconds. Power delivery is also gradual and not like the usual 'in your face' blistering quick acceleration that pushes you to your seats. Besides what's the rush anyway?
Eight years back Lexus debut its first hybrid. Since then, there was no turning back for the Japanese carmaker. Lexus is also the largest luxury carmaker that advocates for hybrid technology.
Lexus has once again proved their strength in luxury car-making, coupled with the knowledge in hybrid technology. With the latest GS, Lexus has seemingly filled up dearth of the sporting elements in its mainstream offerings. And with the hybrid, they have just taken the game a step higher.
Lexus has skipped the tame image of its predecessors and like a puberty-struck adolescent has gone all-out aggressive with the new signature spindle-grille and a growth in dimensions.
A bluish -hue for the roundel badges, LED headlamps and model insignia hints at its cutting-edge drivetrain. The rear bumper diffuser too takes on a slightly different design, spanning across the width of the car and keeping the tail-pipes hidden like an all-out EV.
The GS Hybrid receives the revamped interior and an exclusive bamboo trim, a first for the industry. Lexus is obsessed with quality to the point where the marque went on to acquire a bamboo farm. While most automakers can overdue with flamboyant and exotic materials - Lexus with its GS has maintains contrast in tones and textures for a unique sense of quality.
Further marrying technology to art are the driver's gauges - essentially digital displays, which swop from an energy gauge to a rev counter when the sports modes are engaged. Not as cool as the LFA but cool enough for a GS.
As expected of a Lexus offering, the car isolates your cabin well from the external environment. The GS's capabilities as a grand tourer are put to shine when normal or eco modes are selected. On blemish-littered roads, the GS rides with aplomb, with the plush damping soaking up the imperfections.
The car weighs a little more thanks to the hybrid system but does not compromise performance when the occasion calls for it hitting the century mark in no more than 6 seconds. Power delivery is also gradual and not like the usual 'in your face' blistering quick acceleration that pushes you to your seats. Besides what's the rush anyway?
