THE NEW GS 450h

A powerful change

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A POWERFUL CHANGE

NEW LEXUS DRIVING EXPERIENCE, BOLD NEW DESIGN

The all-new GS 450h completely redefines the performance sedan. Powered by

the world’s most advanced Full Hybrid drivetrain, it accelerates incredibly quickly

and is exhilarating to drive. Handling is precise and engaging, thanks to an all-new

chassis and suspension, while the GS 450h also offers the additional refinement

of all-wheel steering. Inside, the spacious cabin sets new benchmarks for comfort,

craftsmanship and advanced technology. This includes the widest multimedia screen

available today, sophisticated relaxation features for the front seat passenger, and

class-redefining driver support technologies.

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ARRIVE WITH PRESENCE

NEW L-FINESSE DESIGN, CLASS-LEADING AERODYNAMICS

The GS 450h sedan has been created using a bold, new version of our L-finesse

design language. Starting from scratch, our designers have given the GS a totally

new look, the focal point being its dramatic, purposeful front spindle grille. Jewel-like

headlights greatly enhance driver vision, while LED daytime running lights give it an

unmistakable aura. In profile, the car’s muscular stance contrasts its lean waistline

and long streamlined cabin section, to give it unique presence and exceptional

roominess for up to five occupants. Underlying the powerful form, extended wheel

arches hint at superb, dynamic handling. Innovations that contribute to the car’s

class-leading aerodynamics include smooth underbody covers and closable vents

on the radiator grille, with fins on the rear lights increasing driving stability and

reducing wind noise inside the cabin.

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CLASS-LEADING FULL HYBRID PERFORMANCE, EV MODE

Benefitting from over a decade of Lexus leadership and innovation in Full Hybrid

technology, the GS 450h delivers breathtaking performance, thanks to its powerful

Lexus Hybrid Drive. Comprising a 3.5-litre V6 direct-injection Atkinson Cycle

petrol engine and two high-output electric motors, this intelligent partnership

develops 343 DIN hp for a thrilling drive. Acceleration is smooth and incredibly

rapid (100 km/h in 5.9 seconds) yet fuel consumption has been reduced by more

than 20% to 5.9 l/100 km, and CO2 emissions have dropped to 137 g/km. Select

EV (Electric Vehicle) mode and the GS 450h drives in near silence, using no

petrol and emitting zero CO2 or NOX. However, this new Lexus Full Hybrid is very

practical too; the hybrid battery occupies minimum room, resulting in a generous

482 litres of boot space.

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GS 450h F SPORT DYNAMIC ATTRACTION

F SPORT STYLING, 19-INCH ALLOYS, LEXUS DYNAMIC HANDLING

The new GS 450h F SPORT is unmistakably dynamic. Witness the aggressive

F SPORT front-end styling – that integrates upper and lower honeycomb grilles – the

19-inch alloy wheels, and the discrete rear spoiler. Inside, the cockpit features a 16–way

sports driver’s seat, aluminium pedals and scuff plates, with the steering wheel and

gearshift finished in perforated leather. Developed at the Nürburgring by the team

that perfected our LFA V10 supercar, the GS 450h F SPORT offers an incredibly

precise and exciting drive. This is thanks to leading edge technologies such as

356 mm 2-piece front brakes and Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS). For even

more thrilling performance, an additional breakthrough on the GS 450h F SPORT

is ‘Lexus Dynamic Handling’ that networks AVS, Variable Gear Ratio Steering,

Dynamic Rear Steering and Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management.

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OUTER BEAUTY, INNER CALM

SPACIOUS LUXURY CABIN, 18-WAY ELECTRIC SEATS

In its capacious and tranquil cabin, the GS 450h will keep you perfectly relaxed, even

on the longest journeys. Behind the beautifully crafted steering wheel, the sumptuous

driver’s seat has 18-way electric adjustments for total comfort. Meanwhile, your

front seat passenger can enjoy the luxury of an electrically extending seat cushion

for extra thigh and calf support. The GS 450h is exquisitely finished too: witness

the subtly pronounced stitching on the instrument panel, door trim, centre console

and gearshift lever. Another Lexus breakthrough is the intelligent, energy-saving

electronic air conditioning that only cools those seats that are occupied. Additionally,

world-first nanoe® technology releases electrically charged ions into the cabin air.

Not only good for your skin and hair, this also helps deodorise the upholstery.

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WORLD’S WIDEST MULTIMEDIA DISPLAY, REMOTE TOUCH

The new GS 450h delivers sophisticated luxury and comfort, thanks to an ergonomic

cockpit separated clearly into Display and Operation zones to minimise driver eye

movement. The car is fitted with a 12.3-inch multimedia display, the world’s widest.

Using our next-generation Remote Touch device, you can interact with the car’s

advanced equipment to navigate using high-definition maps, or enjoy a home-

theatre experience with the 17-speaker Mark Levinson® Premium Surround system.

Attention to detail is everywhere on this impressive new Lexus. Take, for example,

the full-LED ambient white cabin lighting and precision-engineered LED analogue

clock that forms a beautiful centrepiece on the instrument panel.

THE BIG PICTURE

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ENGINEERED FOR ENJOYMENT

NEW CHASSIS, MULTI-LINK SUSPENSION, DRIVE MODE SELECT

Our GS 450h Full Hybrid delivers the most engaging and pleasurable drive ever

offered by a Lexus performance sedan. You’ll enjoy sharp, accurate steering and

excellent control when cornering. And, on the motorway, world-class high-speed

stability and Lexus ride comfort. This improvement in driving performance has been

achieved in a number of ways. The chassis is stiffer and has been totally re-engineered,

while the all-new suspension includes a more compact rear multi-link design that

greatly increases boot space. The car also has powerful new brakes and offers

leading edge technologies such as Adaptive Variable Suspension and Dynamic

Rear Steering. The new GS 450h also features Drive Mode Select that allows

you to conveniently switch between ECO, NORMAL, SPORT S and SPORT S+

driving modes, maximising either the vehicle’s environmental efficiency or tuning

its dynamics for a sportier drive.

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PROGRESS WITH CONFIDENCE

LEXUS NIGHT VIEW, ADVANCED PRE-CRASH SAFETY

The new GS 450h is equipped with the most technologically advanced safety and

driver assistance systems available today. For more driving confidence at night,

Lexus Night View displays an infra-red image of the road ahead on the 12.3-inch

multimedia screen, while Blind Spot Monitor uses radar installed in the rear bumper

to warn of overtaking vehicles that you may not have noticed. To help you concentrate

on driving, Head-Up Display projects navigation and performance data onto the

windscreen and Lane–Keeping Assist keeps you from drifting out of lane. First seen

on our LS luxury sedan, award-winning Advanced Pre-Crash Safety detects the

possibility of a collision and alerts you before activating Pre-Crash Brake Assist and

Pre-Crash Seatbelt pre-tensioners if required. Finally, ten airbags and an incredibly

strong passenger safety cell combine to minimise injuries in the event of an impact.

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REDEFINING QUALITY

HAND-SANDED PAINTWORK, ‘TAKUMI’ CRAFTSMANSHIP

The GS 450h completely redefines build quality for this kind of performance

sedan. You’ll sense it when you first touch the precision-machined aluminium audio

controls or beautifully stitched leatherwork. Or stroke the car’s gleaming paintwork.

This is wet-sanded by hand after each foundation coat (a time-consuming process

normally reserved for coach-built cars) and checked by eye as well as digitally

to ensure a perfect finish. Equally impressive, the GS 450h’s steering wheel is

painstakingly laminated from indigenous bamboo, hinting at the car’s unique

environmental credentials. Built at our award-winning Tahara plant, on the same line

as the LS flagship sedan, the entire GS production is overseen by Lexus ‘Takumi’

personnel. These master craftspeople rigorously check that every car meets our

standards for smoothness, before each is taken for a final 30 km test drive.

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FULL HYBRID TECHNOLOGY

LEXUS HYBRID DRIVE

For exhilarating driving and exceptional environmental performance, Lexus Hybrid

Drive intelligently combines petrol and electric power. The Power Control Unit

seamlessly delivers optimum output from the highly-efficient 3.5-litre V6 Atkinson

Cycle engine and two powerful electric motors. It also charges the compact battery

through regenerative braking or by converting surplus energy into electricity.

SPORT S AND SPORT S+

Switch to SPORT S and the Lexus Hybrid

Drive powertrain provides faster throttle

responses for a more engaging drive.

And in SPORT S+ continuous electronic

chassis control delivers exceptionally

dynamic handling.

DRIVE MODE SELECT

You can tune the performance of the

GS 450h by choosing between four

different driving modes, which range

from ECO to SPORT S+. Or simply

press EV mode to use purely electric

power for shorter distances.

EV AND ECO

With the battery sufficiently charged,

EV mode lets you drive at lower speeds

using just the electric motor. ECO blends

petrol and electric power for increased

speed, while minimising emissions and

fuel consumption.

LOW EMISSIONS

CO2 emissions from just 137 g/km are

remarkable for a luxury performance

sedan with 343 DIN hp and rapid

acceleration. In EV (Electric Vehicle)

mode, the GS 450h drives near silently

and emits zero emissions.

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ADVANCED EQUIPMENT

HARD DISK DRIVE NAVIGATION

With crisp and clear graphics and an array of mapping options, Hard Disk Drive

(HDD) navigation is intuitive to use, reacting swiftly to user input. Combined with

Dynamic Route Guidance it can also suggest alternative routes to avoid traffic delays.

Maps covering the vast majority of the European road network are conveniently

stored on the HDD and can be updated by Lexus Authorised Retailers.

3-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL

Featuring world first nanoe® technology,

the GS 450h cabin is divided into three

electronically controlled climate zones.

Front seat occupants input their individual

settings via Remote Touch or the front

panel, while rear passengers control their

zone using a dedicated panel.

DIGITAL MEDIA

You can synchronise multiple digital

applications to the multimedia display.

For example, simply download your

smart phone’s entire address book

and scroll through it on the display. Or

view and operate your iPod® or other

multimedia devices via different display

screens.

12.3-INCH MULTIMEDIA DISPLAY

The new, high resolution, 12.3-inch multimedia display is the widest available in a series

production vehicle. Driver and front passenger can interact with multiple display

screens using Remote Touch, while voice commands also control a number of

applications. The split-widescreen is optimised for simultaneously viewing two types

of information, for example large map display and DAB radio station information.

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LEADING EDGE SAFETY

ADVANCED PRE-CRASH SAFETY

Millimetre-wave radar can detect potential obstacles ahead, with the driver being

immediately alerted to a high risk of impact. Where collision is unavoidable, the

brakes are applied automatically if necessary. All-speed Adaptive Cruise Control

uses the same radar technology to maintain your pre-selected distance behind the

vehicle ahead.

BLIND SPOT MONITOR

Radar devices mounted in the rear

bumper detect vehicles in adjacent lanes

that are not visible in your door mirrors.

The moment a vehicle enters this blind

spot, the driver is warned by a signal in

the relevant door mirror(s).

LANE KEEPING ASSIST

This innovative technology helps prevent

the driver from inadvertently drifting

out of lane, by way of a warning and the

automatic application of a brief corrective

steering force. It can also provide subtle

steering torque adjustments to help re-

centre the new GS 450h within the lane.

HEAD-UP DISPLAY

Vehicle data, such as current speed, is

projected directly onto the windscreen

within the driver’s field of vision. Simplified

navigation commands, audio settings or

other selected vehicle data can also be

viewed within the Head-Up Display.

DRIVER MONITORING

Utilising built-in Charge Coupled Device

(CCD) digital cameras with near-infrared

LEDs, the Driver Monitoring System

can detect if the driver’s eyes are shut

or if they are averted from the road

ahead. Warnings are then activated as

appropriate.

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F SPORT FEATURES

The new GS 450h can be specified as an exclusive F SPORT version. Distinctive,

motorsport inspired exterior styling and unique interior detailing create a highly-

tuned sense of sporting intent.

BESPOKE INTERIOR

A new leather design and vibrant garnet red have been developed exclusively for

the F SPORT. Other unique and distinctive items include aluminium inlays and drilled

sport pedals, as well as F SPORT scuff plates.

19" ALLOY WHEELS

The exclusive F SPORT design 19"alloy

wheels are shod with low-profile tyres for

exceptional cornering grip. 356 mm disc

brakes ensure immense stopping power.

FRONT STYLING AND GRILLE

With its distinctive honeycomb grille,

the eye-catching front of the F SPORT

makes a bold and assertive design

statement.

REAR STYLING

The rear spoiler not only improves down-

force and aerodynamic efficiency, it also

adds a final, dynamically stylish touch to

the exterior of the F SPORT.

F SPORT STEERING WHEEL

As you grip the perforated leather

steering wheel, with its F SPORT logo,

there is a tangible sense of being at-one

with this high performance sedan. It

demands driver involvement.

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INTERIOR COLOURS

Black Ivory Black Saddle Tan Light Grey Ivory

FABRIC LEATHER

Black Garnet Topaz Brown Ivory

F SPORT LEATHER

Black Saddle Tan Topaz Brown Ivory

SEMI-ANILINE LEATHER

Black (gloss finish) Aluminium Ebony (gloss finish) Walnut (matt finish) Bamboo (matt finish)

INLAY*

* Black gloss inlay is specified with fabric and leather. Aluminium is specified with F SPORT leather. The three wood inlays (Ebony, Walnut and Bamboo) are available with semi-aniline leather.

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EXTERIOR COLOURS

WHITE PEARL (077 CS)

BLACK (212 S)*

MERCURY GREY (1H9 MC)

SONIC SILVER (1J2)

STARLIGHT BLACK (217 GF)

DARK OPAL (214 MC)

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CRIMSON RED (3S8 GF)

METEOR BLUE (8W3 MM)

SIENNA BROWN (4V3 MM)

SAND ECRU (4U7 ME)

MIDNIGHT BLUE (8V3 MC)

* Solid colour

Please note: the F SPORT is only available in White Pearl, Sonic Silver, Crimson Red, Black and Mercury Grey.

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TECHNICAL DATA

* Figure quoted includes the under floor storage area in the luggage compartment.

Please note: the information presented is based on manufacturer’s preliminary data which is subject to change without notice.

Please consult your local Lexus Authorised Retailer and/or www.lexus.eu for further information updates.

MAXIMUM OUTPUT

DIN hp / kW 343 / 252

ENGINE

Capacity (cm3) 3456

Cylinders / valves V6 / 24

Valve mechanism Dual VVT-i

Fuel type Petrol, 95 octane or +

Max. power (DIN hp / kW @ rpm) 290 / 213 @ 6000

Max. torque (Nm @ rpm) 345 @ 4800

MOTOR GENERATORS (MG)

Type (MG 1 & 2) AC synchronous, permanent magnet

Max. output (DIN hp / kW – MG 2) 200 / 147

Max. torque (Nm – MG 2) 275

Voltage (V – MG 1 & 2) 650

HYBRID BATTERY

Type Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH)

Number of battery cells 240

System voltage 650

TRANSMISSION

Driven wheels Rear-wheel drive

Transmission Electronic-Continuously Variable

Transmission (E-CVT)

PERFORMANCE

Max. speed (km/h) 250

0-100 km/h (s) 5.9

80-120 km/h (s) 4.8

FUEL CONSUMPTION (l/100 km)

Combined from 5.9 to 6.2

CO2 EMISSIONS (g/km)

Emissions level Euro V

Combined from 137 to 145

BRAKES

Front Ventilated discs

Rear Ventilated discs

SUSPENSION

Front Double wishbone

Rear Multi-link

STEERING

Type Rack and pinion

Minimum turning radius (m) 5.3

WEIGHTS (kg)

Gross vehicle weight from 2305 to 2325

Kerb weight (min.-max.) from 1820-1855 to 1825-1910

Towing capacity (w/brakes) 1500

Towing capacity (w/o brakes) 750

DRAG COEFFICIENT

Cd value 0.26

CAPACITIES (l)

Fuel tank 66

Luggage compartment

- with tyre repair kit* 482

- with temporary spare wheel 465

- with full size spare wheel n/a

1840 mm 1590 mm

1575 mm

1455 mm

2855 mm1125 mm 870 mm

4850 mm

© 2011 Lexus Europe* reserves the right to alter any details of specifications and equipment

without notice. Details of specifications and equipment are also subject to change to suit

local conditions and requirements. Please enquire at your local Lexus Authorised Retailer

of any such changes that might be required for your area.

Note: vehicles pictured and specifications detailed in this brochure may vary from models

and equipment available in your area. Vehicle body colour might differ slightly from the

printed photos in this brochure.

For further information please visit our website: www.lexus.eu

Taking care of the environment is a priority for Lexus. We take many measures to ensure

that during the lifecycles of our vehicles – from design, production, distribution, sales and

service to end-of-life – their environmental impact is minimised. Your retailer will be happy

to provide more information on end-of-life vehicle requirements.

* Lexus Europe is a division of Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA.

Printed in Europe, November 2011

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