Models Lexus GS (S190)

1 models

1.1 grs191 / uzs190 (2005)
1.2 gws191 (2007)
1.3 urs191 (2008)

models
grs191 / uzs190 (2005)

2005–2006 lexus gs 430 (uzs190; u.s.)

in september 2005, gs 350 (grs191) , gs 430 (uzs190) went on sale in japan; gs 350 using 3.5-liter 2gr-fse engine d4-s direct injection, while gs 430 used same 4.3-liter 3uz-fe v8 used in previous model. sales in united states began in march 2006 2006 model, initial u.s. model lineup including gs 300 (grs190), featuring ulev certified 3.0-liter 3gr-fse v6 engine, , gs 430. gs 300 featured d4 direct-injection fuel system markets except continental asia, excluding singapore, becoming toyota s first vehicle equipped direct injection sold in united states. 3.0-liter engine found in toyota mark x 0 toyota crown, new gs 300 never offered in japanese market. gs 300, gs 350, , gs 430 engine options paired new 6-speed automatic sequential shift gearbox. all-wheel drive system made available in gs 300, becoming first lexus sedan offer such configuration; system varied front/rear wheel torque split anywhere 50/50 30/70 depending on conditions.

2005–2008 lexus gs 300 (grs190r; australia)

also new gs line electric power steering (eps) system replacing previous model s hydraulic steering pump, while v8 model featured variable gear ratio steering (vgrs) system , electronically controlled brake (ecb) type of brake-by-wire system. in august 2005, gs 430 first car toyota adaptive variable suspension (avs). avs monitors , adjusts shock-absorber settings @ each wheel, depending on conditions. on rough roads, example, damping reduced more comfortable ride. and, while cornering, suspension tightened reduce body lean , provide greater responsiveness. using eps system gs can automatically compensate crosswinds.

for 2007 model year, gs 350 replaced gs 300 in u.s. , other export markets. due change in sae testing procedures, 2007 gs 430 horsepower rating reduced 300 290 (with 319 lb·ft (433 n·m). of torque), while v6-powered gs 350 rated @ 303 hp (with 274 lb·ft (371 n·m). of torque). lexus reported 0-60 times of 5.7 seconds both vehicles. 2008, gs 350 came vehicle dynamics integrated management (vdim), standard on v8 , hybrid models. adaptive variable suspension (avs) option on v6 model well.

2005–2008 lexus gs 350 (grs191; japan)

in 2007, consumer reports predicted reliability survey blamed 2006 first-year gs in all-wheel-drive form, had problems in integrity (rattles), body hardware , sound system, sole reason lowering lexus overall score. despite reliability issues among 2006 gs models, vehicle earned recommended rating consumer reports vehicle features, overall value , automatically assumed reliability year. however, problems have apparently been solved, , gs awd rated average in later years.

gws191 (2007)


cutaway model showing gs 450h powertrain.

unveiled @ 2005 new york international auto show, hybrid gs 450h (gws191) joined gs line in 2006 2007 model year. first mass-production rear-wheel drive luxury hybrid car. powertrain included naturally aspirated 3.5-liter 2gr-fse v6 engine mated electric motor , continuously variable transmission. powertrain made use of lexus hybrid drive system of integrating electric , gasoline engine motors, giving gs 450h super ultra low emissions vehicle (sulev) emissions rating. in markets, however, car purchased @ least 1 option package, raises price several thousand dollars. rear-mounted battery consumed significant trunk space, improved in 2009 when lexus redesigned trunk area increase space forty percent, 7.5 cu ft (210 l) in 2007 , 2008, 10.6 cu ft (300 l). gs 450h went on sale in japan on 16 march 2006.

2006–2009 lexus gs 450h (gws191; europe)

the gs 450h weighed 1875 kg (4134 lb), combined hybrid powertrain produced 253 kilowatts (339 hp), allowing gs accelerate 60 mph (97 km/h) in 5.2 seconds, according manufacturer data, compared gs 460 s 5.4 seconds. u.s. environmental protection agency-rated highway fuel economy 25 mpg (8.4 l/100 km), while city fuel economy rated @ 22 mpg, unusual hybrid vehicles of type (as have higher city fuel economy ratings).

2009–2011 lexus gs 450h (gws191r; australia)

motoring journalist jeremy clarkson, famous critic of hybrid vehicles , toyota prius especially, admitted loved gs 450h. after claiming spent of time on prius chewing lot of fuel , making green statement, described lexus drove , down piccadilly day. great. felt gs 450h balanced nicely styling, quality , sense in little bit different. clarkson positively referred benefit of hybrid car being exempt london congestion charge (for £10 1 off administration fee register it). in 2009, gs 450h received new hybrid-only grille , refreshing.

urs191 (2008)

my2009 lexus gs 350 (grs196; u.s.)

a 4.6-liter gs 460 (urs191) replaced gs 430 in 2007 2008 model year. equipped new 4.6 liter 1ur-fse v8 engine generating 342 hp (with 339 lb·ft (460 n·m). of torque) , 8-speed automatic transmission. lexus reported 0-60 time of 5.4 seconds gs 460. along hybrid gs 450h , previous gs 430 models, v8-powered gs 460 offered active stabilizer suspension system improved handling.

coinciding introduction of gs 460, gs lineup received mid-cycle styling refresh, including revised front bumper, headlights , grille, turn signals added side mirrors, , new wheel options , exterior colors. inside vehicle, gs received redesigned steering wheel, revised instrument cluster gauges, , different trim pieces.