Lexus today introduced Canadian guests to the next generation 2013 GS 350 RWD and GS 350 AWD performance luxury sedans plus the 2013 GS 450 hybrid performance luxury sedan – three models that herald a new design direction and new passion for performance at Lexus.
Inspired by the Lexus LFA supercar, the 2013 GS strikes an aggressive, confident stance, perfectly aligned with its exhilarating high-performance driving dynamics. Engineered for responsive power and superior handling, the new GS also delivers sophisticated refinement, leading edge innovation and advanced technology that establishes the future for performance luxury sedans. The 2013 GS is available in rear wheel and all-wheel drive GS 350 models with a 306 horsepower 3.5L V6 – as well as the GS 450 hybrid, which delivers a peak 338 horsepower plus best-in-class fuel efficiency at just 6.4 L / 100 KM (city/highway combined) – and all three models establish new pricing benchmarks to stand apart from the competition.
What’s New for 2013
“Since taking the wraps off the new GS last year, we have been eagerly anticipating introducing this next-generation performance luxury sedan to our guests – and now that day is here,” said Larry Hutchinson, Senior Executive Director of Lexus in Canada. “With its sharp and emotional spindle grille – the new face of Lexus - the next generation GS represents new design, new performance, and new passion at Lexus. It delivers the progressive luxury and innovation that today’s drivers demand, plus all the luxury, comfort and intuitive technology that Canadian guests have come to expect from Lexus.”
Pricing and availability
The 2013 Lexus GS will be on sale this February, with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price starting at $51,900 for the GS 350 RWD, $54,900 for the GS 350 AWD, and $64,650 for the GS 450h.
As reportedy by Toyota Canada
Inspired by the Lexus LFA supercar, the 2013 GS strikes an aggressive, confident stance, perfectly aligned with its exhilarating high-performance driving dynamics. Engineered for responsive power and superior handling, the new GS also delivers sophisticated refinement, leading edge innovation and advanced technology that establishes the future for performance luxury sedans. The 2013 GS is available in rear wheel and all-wheel drive GS 350 models with a 306 horsepower 3.5L V6 – as well as the GS 450 hybrid, which delivers a peak 338 horsepower plus best-in-class fuel efficiency at just 6.4 L / 100 KM (city/highway combined) – and all three models establish new pricing benchmarks to stand apart from the competition.
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What’s New for 2013
- All new exterior design injects an aggressive yet clean design direction into the Lexus brand, from a unique spindle grille to sharp lines and curves. Highlights include new alloy wheels and LED daytime running lights.
- All new interior design is finely-honed and human-centric, featuring all-white ambient LED lighting and leather instrument panel, plus additional cabin room for five occupants, and extra cargo capacity;
- A new passion for performance and handling delivers the perfect balance of spirited dynamics and driving pleasure, with drive mode select, available adaptive variable suspension, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, the 2nd generation Lexus Remote Touch controller, an available next generation 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system, and more;
- An impressive list of innovations, refine comfort, safety and convenience to new, segment leading levels, including the industry’s first available 12.3” navigation display, a new Smart Key design, three-zone climate control with occupant detection, power-adjustable front seats, and more;
- A full list of safety systems including a class-leading 10 standard airbags, six Lexus active safety technologies, and more;
- GS 450h delivers environmental sophistication, advanced hybrid performance and best-in-class fuel efficiency;
- New options packages include F-Sport components and advanced technology for upgraded performance and luxury, including the Lexus Pre-Collision System, Blind Spot Monitoring, Driver Monitoring with closed eye detection, Nightview, Heads-up Display, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, voice activated navigation, and more.
“Since taking the wraps off the new GS last year, we have been eagerly anticipating introducing this next-generation performance luxury sedan to our guests – and now that day is here,” said Larry Hutchinson, Senior Executive Director of Lexus in Canada. “With its sharp and emotional spindle grille – the new face of Lexus - the next generation GS represents new design, new performance, and new passion at Lexus. It delivers the progressive luxury and innovation that today’s drivers demand, plus all the luxury, comfort and intuitive technology that Canadian guests have come to expect from Lexus.”
Pricing and availability
The 2013 Lexus GS will be on sale this February, with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price starting at $51,900 for the GS 350 RWD, $54,900 for the GS 350 AWD, and $64,650 for the GS 450h.
As reportedy by Toyota Canada