New Gs Review On 4car

[Alex K]

4car have posted their road test review of the new Lexus GS.

http://www.channel4.com/4car/road-tests/L/...s05-/gs05-.html

Summary:

Assets

High-tech safety kit, refinement, hybrid option, Lexus reliability and quality, handsome looks

Drawbacks

No diesel option, hard ride, poor steering feel, lack of character; VDIM and pre-crash safety systems only in GS430 model

Verdict

It's not quite the all-out sports saloon Lexus claims it to be, but it's a comfortable, sophisticated, high-quality choice with some unique touches

[Parthiban]

4car have posted their road test review of the new Lexus GS.

http://www.channel4.com/4car/road-tests/L/...s05-/gs05-.html

Summary:

Assets

High-tech safety kit, refinement, hybrid option, Lexus reliability and quality, handsome looks

Drawbacks

No diesel option, hard ride, poor steering feel, lack of character; VDIM and pre-crash safety systems only in GS430 model

Verdict

It's not quite the all-out sports saloon Lexus claims it to be, but it's a comfortable, sophisticated, high-quality choice with some unique touches

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I agree its a little annoying that VDIM is only available on the 430, cos it seems to be an amazing piece of kit, does it actually physically vary the steering angle?

It's always annoying when they say the handling isn't as good as the 5 series, as we know it won't be because the 5 rides like a shopping trolley. Its also confusing when they say the ride is hard, and then top gear says the ride is perfect, can't wait to actually drive one :D

[Matthew_McNally]

It's not quite the all-out sports saloon Lexus claims it to be

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not driven the car - so can't comment on the review.

But - I don't recall seeing Lexus try and brand this as an all-out sports saloon

Never seen Lexus try and claim anything as "all-out sports".