2011 Lexus GS 350 Review

2011 Lexus GS 350 and Lexus GS 460 offers a unique combination of luxury and sporting performance, the range of Lexus vehicles. Several technological improvements are still at the top of the GS models in its segment in 2010.

Further improve the driving experience, the iPod ® / USB, Bluetooth ® audio streaming and integrated XM ® satellite radio receiver is added to the audio standard Lexus Premium System. The optional Lexus Navigation System with voice commands has been updated to the casual-language voice recognition and Bluetooth ® phone book download. The navigation system comes with XM NavTraffic ® Integrated / time capacity, and includes a free trial to 90 days. Eventually, two completely new products are available for free telematics for a year for the experiment. Safety Connect ™ is standard on navigation-equipped vehicles do not. Enform Lexus ™, which comes into operation Safety Connect, is available only for navigation-equipped vehicles.

New exterior colors are available to complete the technology incorporated into the GS and GS 2010 350 460. Deep Sea Mica replaces Black Sapphire Pearl Metallic replaces Cashmere almond satin metallic gold. In addition, parchment leather interior takes the place of Kashmir.

Continuing its commitment to passenger safety, the Lexus now offers a standard active front headrests 2010 Lexus GS 350 and Lexus GS 460 models.


Engine / Transmission / Up / performance

GS Gas luxury sport sedan comes in three models - GS 350 RWD GS 350 AWD and GS 460 RWD. Optimized for low internal friction, the GS 350's 3.5-liter V6 engine produces 303 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 274 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 3,600 rpm. A system of direct fuel injection provides much finer mixture control to improve power and fuel efficiency. Dual variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i) acts on both intake and exhaust to improve performance across a wide rev range. A smooth-shifting six-speed sequential shift helps when you want.

Lexus GS 460 V8 produces 342 hp at 6,400 rpm and 339 Nm torque at 4100 rpm. GS 460, as the Lexus GS 350, the vehicle meets EPA Ultra Low Emission (ULEV II) certification. Lexus has set the standard for smooth transmission from the beginning, and the GS 460 V8 and eight-speed transmission continue that tradition. The transmission, a six-speed automatic is the Lexus GS 350 models, allowing hands to move, and a driving experience more interesting, and help to maximize performance in certain situations. Lexus GS 460 can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds, the Lexus GS 350 5.7 (5.8 AWD).

Chassis / body / suspension / Tyres / Brakes

Lexus GS combines proven chassis systems, advanced processing technology to provide an accessory dynamic and agile, and the Lexus brand. Double wishbone front suspension and multilink rear suspension to virtually eliminate unwanted wheel angle changes during suspension movement. The result is a natural, confident that it is also lively. 34.1-ft. turning radius (35.4 m from the GS 350 AWD) is comparable to that of smaller cars and help make the GS very agile.

In all GS models, Brake Assist (BA), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) help form a powerful safety front. EBD optimizes brake pressure at each wheel to help minimize body dive or sway during hard braking and cornering. BA is designed to determine if a driver attempting emergency braking and, if the driver was not strong enough on the brake pedal to activate the ABS, it will apply more braking force to pressure the pedal is released.

Aluminum alloy 18-inch wheels are standard on the Lexus GS 460 and GS available for rear-wheel drive Lexus 350, which has the standard 17-inch wheels. For a maximum load capacity, Lexus GS 350 comes standard with 225/50R17 summer tires W-evaluated. All season-17-inch run-flat tires are standard on the Lexus GS 350 AWD model is available on the GS 350 RWD. GS 460 is equipped with summer tires 245/40R18 Z-rated or available throughout the season run flats.

The Lexus GS 350 is available all-wheel drive system improves handling of various driving conditions. A planetary center differential to control and wet-type multi-disc clutch in the power distribution front-rear. The system normally sends 70 percent of available power to the rear wheels to provide the performance benefits of a traditional car rear wheel drive and change the torque-split ratio from 30:70 to 50:50 in response to driving conditions and driver. Electronically controlled AWD system is the strategy of inputs such as steering angle and accelerator activity driver of the vehicle along with the sensor signals from wheel speed and yaw rate.


Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) system, standard on the Lexus GS 460 and GS 350 offers available on the two settings, normal and "sport" tighter, more precise control. AVS can automatically select appropriate suspension damping conditions of driving. Lexus GS 460 also offers the advanced Active Power Stabilizer system, which helps to reduce body sway and enhances vehicle control during cornering. Electronic Control Unit (ECU) calculates the force needed to counter excess body sway, which can then be used to support the tissue bars front and rear actuators. GS 350 models are equipped with Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and traction control. The system can be switched off with the switch "TRAC Off" when the situation demands.

In GS 460, Lexus Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) integrates and manages a variety of treatment technologies, including VSC. Combining input from a variety of sensors, VDIM is designed to predict the onset of a vehicle skid or slide and help correct the situation with a combination of braking, acceleration control and direction. The integration of the VDIM helps to provide precise management of electronically controlled brakes (ECB), variable steering gear ratio (VGRS), electric power steering (EPS), VSC, ABS, BA, EBD, and torque control electronic throttle.

EPS in the Lexus GS 460 provides precise electric assist using a DC motor built into the steering box. Also in the GS 460, VGRS can vary the steering from 2.7 turns lock to lock for low-speed maneuvers at a slower 3.2 turns lock to lock for highway-speed control. VGRS also provides differential steering control, which helps to correct a delay in steering response, which occurs in all vehicles to help enhance driving feel during lane changes and other maneuvers transition.

Lexus GS 460, the ECB is a by-wire braking. ECB translates brake pedal pressure into electric signals, computer, help provide precise and optimal braking. Electronic control provides quick brake response when needed, to help Lexus GS 460 VDIM to anticipate and help correct skids before they occur. The ECB system is backed by conventional hydraulic brake control in the unlikely event of electronic failure.

Safety / Security

The Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), standard on the Lexus GS 460 and optional for the GS 350, helps illuminate a curve as the driver controls in it. A system for monitoring tire pressure can detect a critical loss in pressure in one or more tires and alert the driver. Park intuitive help available (IPA) system uses ultrasonic sensors to detect objects close to front of the car and rear bumpers and alerts the driver accordingly. A steering sensor input to better assess changes in distance to objects.

The supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the GS sedans includes variable-force front airbags for driver and front passenger. GS has the standard seat-mounted side airbags for front seats, airbags for driver's knee and front passenger, and curtain airbags front and rear.

The rearview camera that comes with the optional navigation system, automatically projects an image of what its lens can detect behind the vehicle on the navigation screen when the vehicle is in reverse.


The optional Pre-Collision System (PCS) in the GS models can help mitigate the effects of an accident. A sensor millimeter-wave radar helps detect obstacles in front of the car, while the input vehicle speed, steering angle and orientation help determine whether a collision is inevitable. On models equipped with Adaptive Variable Suspension PCS changes sport mode suspension adjustment to help provide an adequate response from the chassis, seat belts BA preemptively retracts front, and pre-initializes that increased braking is applied the instant the driver depresses the pedal. The active braking feature will automatically apply the brakes at a rate of deceleration of 0.3 g if the driver does not react to system warnings.

Luxury / Comfort / convenience

The standard Regency leather-trimmed, heated power front seats-10 (perforated leather Lexus GS 460) are comfortably contoured for support on long trips. Ventilated front seats are standard on the GS 460 and available for the Lexus GS 350. A power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, helping to ensure a comfortable driving position. The standard dual-zone climate control system filters the air. An optional power sunshade for the rear you can add to passenger comfort on hot days.

All four windows offer a touch up and down operation with jam protection. Two electrochromic auto-dimming side mirrors are power retractable automatic tilt down to the parking aid reverse is selected. Power trunk provides more convenience on this car very well equipped.

The standard Lexus Premium Audio system features six-disc into the CD changer, iPod / USB connectivity, speakerphone and Bluetooth ® music streaming, and integrated XM ® satellite radio receiver. The system operates through 10 premium speakers, the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) maintains consistent sound levels at different speeds of vehicles.

Luxury Options

Inside the ultra-quiet Lexus GS, all styles of music come to life with optional Mark Levinson ® Premium Sound system quality. With 11 channels of amplification with a total of 330 watts and 14 speakers for playback, the system allows users to play CDs and DVDs. DVD movies can be viewed on the screen at seven-inch color touch screen when the parking brake.

The hard disk drive (HDD) Lexus Navigation system eliminates the need for DVD and Bluetooth ® offers improved with the directory and download the voice command, a function of time when the language based on speech recognition. This new technology allows the driver greater flexibility, control of the conversation to facilitate access to the audio, climate and navigation system functions. Voice Command allows users to avoid having to speak commands in a specific order, making tasks easier to perform, in a few steps, and helping to allow drivers to concentrate more on the road.


Appearance

The current generation GS sedans introduced the language of L-finesse design of the brand. 112.2-inch wheelbase, long hood, pulled back cabin and short rear deck create a confident, strong position in the GS. An oblique, vertical grille surrounded by four independent headlamps visually connects the current GS sedans with the previous generation models while signaling the increase in brand design. The lower valance features integrated fog lamps and a low 0.27 coefficient of drag (Cd) helps to minimize wind noise and maximize fuel efficiency on the highway.

Interior Design

High quality wood, polished metal accents and leather trim give the interior, but GS sumptuous feel of high precision. Contact points to convey quality and controls that respond fluidly. The customer can choose one of three combinations of skin color: gray leather with wood trim, dark gray maple top, maple top Golden Parchment leather inserts in wood, red leather inserts and black walnut. Each combination includes a matching wood and leather steering wheel and the knob is standard on the Lexus GS 460 and GS 350 as an accessory

Lexus designers strive to keep simple, intuitive controls, avoiding unnecessary complexity. Smart Access keyless entry and push-to-start ignition allows the driver to maintain access to BOA in a pocket or purse. The audio and climate controls are easy to understand and use. The instrument panel lighting is based on one variable transparency glass to minimize reflections in the faces of size and visibility to help optimize lighting conditions.


Performance available for the F-Sport GS Accessories

Accessories available for performance F-Sport Lexus GS 350 and GS 460 include performance enhancing parts, like wheels 19 inch forged aluminum upgrades, brakes, suspension, air intake, exhaust and more. Performance Accessories Lexus F-Sport by the United States was developed by Toyota Racing Development (TRD). When installed by a licensed dealer accessory is fully warranted for 12 months or the rest of the new car warranty is greater.

Enform Safety Lexus Link

The Lexus GS 350 and GS 460 offers a new telematics, Lexus Enform Safety ™ Connect ™, available by subscription. Free trial subscription of the year are included in all purchases of new Lexus vehicles equipped with these features. Both the Lexus and security response center Enform connect to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year.

Safety Connect, the cornerstone of the service is available in both air and navigation with the GS, and offers four security functions: the automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle location, emergency assistance button (SOS), and Enhanced Roadside Assistance, which adds the GPS data for warranty service based on Lexus road.

Lexus Enform, available only on vehicles equipped with navigation, includes all the features and Safety Connect builds on these premium services with the help of fate and eDestination. Destination help agents available through cellular equipment on board and can help drivers find a specific address, a company by name or type of business (for example, petrol stations, cinemas, etc.), and even Zagat ®, reply, then send the coordinates of the navigation system for routing. With eDestination, drivers can go online through registration classification LexusDrivers.com and destinations in 20 folders, each with a capacity of 10 destinations. Then drivers can send a maximum of 200 seats in time for your vehicle, which will be available for download on the navigation system. Online, drivers can create place names (eg "sushi favorite," "Apt 13 hours," "Children doc", etc.

) And notes on their list even hidden places, all to help them see exactly what information they choose in the vehicle.

Lexus Insider ™, a free, opt for the service without subscription is also available on all Lexus vehicles with Enform. This feature provides in-vehicle audio sets that allow access to vehicle owners tips and event information and an overview of the owners of exclusive benefits - all designed to further enhance the experience Lexus.

XM - Over Radio


Enform Lexus vehicles are ready for factory orders for a range of innovative services for XM. Integrated XM ® satellite receiver is standard. In addition, the vehicles feature XM NavTraffic Lexus Enform ® and XM ™ NavWeather services.

XM NavTraffic informs the operator of the current traffic conditions, with viewing in real-time traffic. When traffic problems are the navigation system warns the driver, so the path can be adjusted. XM NavWeather provides near real-time weather conditions in both the spoken and the projections of the NAV screen, both are based on data from official National Weather Service.


Lexus Enform also provides a platform for XM ® Sports and property, which includes updates of sports car and the stock so that drivers can keep in touch with their favorite team and investment information on the road. XM Sports offers game results and schedules for up to five personally selected the National League teams when action sports XM provides information on up to 10 titles selected individually. After entering these options, drivers can use the reports to both the navigation system, or using the voice control system, the addition of a new flexibility.

Services require separate XM XM. Sporting and stocks XM subscription is included with XM Radio ®. All services offer free trial subscription XM 90 days.

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