The Lexus GS formerly known as Toyota Aristo is a Japanese executive mid-luxury 4 door sedan manufactured by Toyota since 1991. Toyota Aristo adopted the name Lexus in 1993 but its vehicles were sold under the name Aristo up to 2005. The advancement of the Lexus GS began with the introduction of the inline-6 engine in the first generation S140 in 1993 followed by a bodywork adjustment and in-house styling in the second generation S160, followed by the third generation S190 in 2006 which came with V6, V8, and hybrid versions and finally the fourth generation L10 introduced in 2011 with the V6-powered GS 350, hybrid GS 450h and FSport variants. The Lexus GS is designed with a front-engine, rear-wheel drive and a front-engine, all-wheel-drive with Toyota N platform and 4 to 5-speed automatic transmissions. Over the years, Lexus GS has proven to hold a good reputation due to its performance. This article exhausts the factors that make the Lexus GS an outstanding performer with a key focus on 2000, 2010 and the latest 2020 year models.
The 2000 model came in the GS 400 with a 4.0l V8 engine powered by 300 hp @ 6000 rpm, 310 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm and 5-speed automatic transmission while the GS 300 came with a 3.0L in-line 6 engine, equipped by a 220 horsepower @ 5,800 rpm, 220 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm and a 5-speed automatic transmission with ETC-i.
The model’s interior is designed with 5 standard seats with headrest, a leather trimmed three spokes steering wheel/shift knob, the Lexus Navigation system, automatic on/off multi-reflector halogen headlamps, for entertainment is the standard Lexus Premium Audio System with seven speakers and the Lexus/Nakamichi Premium Audio system.
For safety, Toyota designed the Lexus GS with Child Restraints Seat tether anchor bracket, Vehicle Skid Control (VSC) with integrated four sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking system additional brake assist, four-wheel power assisted disc brakes to help the driver through complex roads or during bad weather conditions, the front seat-mounted side impact airbags to protect the driver, the three point seatbelts with height adjustments, a multifunction in-key remote and most importantly is the vehicle theft deterrent system with engine immobilizer.
2010
The 2010 GS Line was introduced under the third generation of Lexus that came with minor adjustments including the revision of the front bumper, headlights and grille coming along with new wheel options and the exterior colors. Ten years apart and the Lexus GS family has grown to 4 models namely: the GS 350 AWD with 3.5-liter V6 all wheel drive (AWD) engine with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), and a six speed sequential-shift automatic transmission, the GS 350 equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine, a dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) and a six-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission, the GS 450h coming with a 3.5-liter V6 Super Ultra-Low Emission engine (SULEV II) with VVT-i, Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) and a high-output electric motor and last but not least is the GS460 equipped by a 4.6-liter V8 engine, a dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence and Electronic intake valve timing (VVT-iE).
For luxury and convenience, Toyota upgrades the Lexus GS with several features making it even more sophisticated comparing to its previous release including the SmartAccess with push-button Start/Stop, a power tilt-and-telescopic steering column with automatic tiltway, power tilt-and-slide moonroof, sliding sunshade and power windows with on-touch open/close,and power door locks and trunk closer. The interior is nicely designed with heated and ventilated leather seats with adjustable headrests, leather trimmed steering and shift knob as well as carpeted floor mats.
Entertainment is a key factor for the GS to give the driver an unforgettable experience. It comes with 10 Lexus Premium Surround System with Automatic and in-dash, single-feed, six-disc CD auto-changer, USB audio input for ipod, an in-glass antenna with FM-diversity system and bluetooth technology. The Lexus gives you all the reason to pay attention to the road as the steering-wheel comes with a mounted audio and display controls.
The Lexus GS comes with highly active safety features to give the driver and passengers comfort throughout the journey regardless of the weather condition. The Lexus GS is designed with a four-wheel ventilated power-assisted disc brakes, a four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System ABS, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), brake assist, Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), integrated fog lamps, LED taillamps and water repellent front-door glass. For passive safety, the GS comes with driver’s and front passenger’s dual-stage airbag system (SRS), rear-seat side airbags (SRS), Child Restraint Seat (CRS) tether anchor brackets for rear outboard seating position and height-adjustable front shoulder belt anchors.
2020
It is amazing to witness the evolution of the Lexus GS as it develops into many more design options. The 2020 year models come with many highly sophisticated new and advanced features in the GS 350 RWD/ GS 350 F sport RWD coming with a 3.5 litre V6 engine, 311 horsepower and an 8-Speed sport direct shift automatic transmission, the GS 350 AWD / GS 350 F Sport AWD equipped by a 2.5 liter V6 engine, 311 horsepower and a 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, and the GS F powered by a 5.0 liter V8 engine coming with a 467 horsepower and an 8-speed sport direct shift automatic transmission.
Lexus designed the latest release of the Lexus GS with standard LED headlamps and LED daytime running lights, power moonroof to ventilate your vehicle or give you a sky view, for sunny days you can use the adjustable power rear sunshade (RWD), electronic (auto-dimming) power-folding outside mirrors, SmartAccess with push start/stop button and a power tilt-and-telescopic steering column.
The interior setting is designed to fit your driving style. From the seats to the dashboard designs, the GS gives you all the reasons to have your hand on its models. With a full time connectivity system, you have a 12.3-in split screen multimedia display that gives you a classic and enjoyable view and an access to all your multimedia, smartphone and smartwatch. For your entertainment is the 12-speaker Premium Sound, Bluetooth and USB smartphone connectivity, a subscription free Traffic and Weather updating HD radio and an eyes free voice command system.
The safety and security system is designed to adapt to your driving style including features like the Lane Departure Alert with Lane Keep Assist, All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection and intelligent High Beams to help you gain more visibility.
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