2019 Lexus GS Hybrid Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Lexus GS competes in the same sphere as other midsize luxury sport sedans like the Audi A6, BMW 5 Series, INFINITI Q70, and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. But rather than offering a high-output engine, Lexus gives you a performance option in the GS Hybrid model. Since the Lexus GS line as a whole has received incremental updates since 2016, 2019 brings no notable changes to the GS Hybrid.
You’ll need a keen eye to distinguish the GS Hybrid from its gasoline-only counterpart. The only exterior details that give it away are front and rear Lexus badges with subtle blue accents and a lack of exposed exhaust tips. Other than that, the hybrid adopts the GS line’s universal qualities, which include a sleek, muscular body and plenty of high-tech details. Much like any other GS, you can order the GS Hybrid in standard form or in the evocative F Sport trim, which comes with aggressive front and rear fascias, a rear spoiler, a rear diffuser, and a sinister interior.
All GS Hybrids wear a GS 450h badge on the decklid, denoting a 3.5-liter V6, electric motor, and nickel-metal hydride battery that put out a combined 338 horsepower and 257 pound-feet of torque. A continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) drives the rear wheels. Compared to the non-hybrid's 6-second run, the GS 450h runs from 0-to-60 in 5.6 seconds. At the same time, fuel economy rises to 29 mpg city, 34 highway, and 31 combined, versus 22, 26, and 32 on the most efficient non-hybrid GS. You also get a standard Drive Mode Select feature with Eco, Normal, and Sport S modes. Versions equipped with F Sport receive an additional Sport S + mode, uprated brakes, enhanced seats, an adaptive-variable suspension, and dynamic rear steering that turns the rear wheels ever so slightly to improve cornering and decrease the car’s turning radius.
The GS Hybrid gives you plenty of standard features, including keyless access and start, authentic leather upholstery, a power rear sunshade, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power tilt-and-telescopic steering column, heated and cooled front seats, LED headlights and taillights, driver-side memory, a 12-speaker premium surround sound system, auto-dimming and power-folding outside mirrors, 10-way adjustable front seats, and a 12.3-inch infotainment system. Options consist of nicer triple-beam LED headlights, a power open and close trunk, a heated steering wheel, a Mark Levinson premium surround sound system, navigation, and a head-up display (HUD).
As far as safety content, every GS Hybrid benefits from a reversing camera and the Lexus Safety System + suite. The latter bundles forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control that works at all speeds, automatic high beams, lane-keeping assist, and lane-departure alert with steering assist. The only safety option available is automated parking assist. Crash-testing data is incomplete for the Lexus GS line as a whole, but the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) was pleased with its moderate front overlap, side, and roof strength performance.
The Lexus GS Hybrid is an interesting alternative to competitors mid-spec options, particularly the BMW 540i and Mercedes-Benz E 43 AMG. While it can’t quite match them in outright performance, it distinguishes itself with far superior fuel economy.
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · Slacker internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 12
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 14.0 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.2 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: aluminum · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: alloy
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: with lighting · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: 3 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless/illuminated entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: accessory hook · Sunshade: power rear window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 16
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27
Engine
Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 197 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 147 · Electric Motor Torque: 203 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 286 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 6000 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 257 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4500
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
Starter Type: motor/generator
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Enform
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Anti-theft alarm system: remote · Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Navigation system: memory card navigation system · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: lock operation
Tires
Type: summer performance
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: with safety reverse
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · Gracenote internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 12
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brake diameter: 13.1 · Front brake width: 1.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.2 · Rear brake width: 0.7 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Sunshade: power rear window · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27
Engine
Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 197 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 147 · Electric Motor Torque: 203 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 286 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 6000 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 257 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4500
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
Starter Type: motor/generator
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Yelp · Infotainment: Enform
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Impact absorbing seats: dual front · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: perforated
Security
Anti-theft alarm system: remote · Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.2 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: maintenance status
Tires
Type: summer performance
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Power windows: with safety reverse