2007 Lexus GS: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $44,150 -$54,900
- Invoice: $38,851 -$48,312
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2007 Lexus GS. See if the 2007 Lexus GS is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2007 Lexus GS 450h |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | GS 450h |
| Arrival Date: | 10/16/2006 |
| Engine: | dohc V6/electric |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | CVT automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 54,900 |
| Price as Tested: | 60,149 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 7057 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 7471 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 414 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 16.982 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 24.38 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Run Flat All Season Tires, Mark Levinson Audio, Navigation System (Generation 5 Navigation System, Bluetooth and Voice-Activation with Destination Input) Rear Lip Spoiler, Preferred Accessory Package (Trunk Mat, Cargo Net and Wheel Locks)
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Tom Appel
The GS 450h is to be appreciated in the same way colonial folk art is. The old paintings may not be especially attractive, but we do not question the sincerity or earnestness of the artist who created them. As it is with the GS450h. One can only marvel at the seamless fluidity of gas/electric integration. This is certainly the finest combination yet of hybrid power and fuel thrift. But, as a package this car falls far short of a good value. The GS itself lacks the sporting edge of the Infinity M or the chassis sophistication of Mercedes' E-Class. But more disturbing is the price. At $61,000 I don't want a V6 that approximates a V8, I want a V8. And for $10,000 less I can get one in the Infinity. The GS450h is a marvel of engineering prowess, and the answer to a question, no one, NO ONE AT ALL, ever asked. Note that Toyota can't give these away. As of October '06, sales are still in the hundreds.
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