Gs450H Boot Space - Options.

phn · July 18, 2014

Hi there,

I have a 2009 GS450H which I think is probably the best car I have ever had - with one exception - the small boot.

Now I am seriously thinking of selling, as although its OK in normal use, no way we will get enough gear for a camping holiday in!

Just wondering if there are any ways around this such as roof bars / box which could be easily removable?

Alternatively I was thinking about swapping for an RX400h of similar value, which would certainly provide a big boot, but I'm a bit worried about these due to the stories I have heard about them losing charge for the 12V Battery?

If anyone has any thoughts what I could do, or experience of putting roof bars on a GS450h could you let me know?

Thanks,

Philip.

Mike Hartland · July 18, 2014

The last time I was in my local Lexus dealer they seemed to have roof bar and roof boxes listed in their accessories catalogue for this car, so it must be possible even though I have not tried it.

ColinBarber · July 18, 2014

yes I'm sure roof bars are available.

The 12v Battery issue on the RX400h is hugely overplayed. If you purchase a vehicle then spend an extra £55 on a Bosch Battery and then in another 5 years maybe spend another £55 on a Battery. This is unless you are constantly leaving your vehicle for 2 to 3 weeks at a time unattended.

phn · July 18, 2014

Thanks for the replies!

Problem is - I will be leaving the vehicle unattended for 2-3 weeks as I work away from home.

I have to say this has never been an issue with the GS450h, but I understood on the RX400h it was a different situation, which slightly put me off that option (although in all other respects it would seem to be the perfect choice!)

ColinBarber · July 18, 2014

2 weeks isn't a problem for a Battery in good condition. 3 weeks will probably be okay but you will drain it quite a bit, normal lead acid batteries don't like being deep discharged, it reduces their lifespan.

The reason to go with the Bosch Battery is because it has a slightly higher capacity compared to the OEM one, so you can leave it longer. Unfortunately space within the engine bay stops an even higher capacity one being used.