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At A Glance
| GENERAL | |
| Model | 2008 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sdn Hybrid |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Passenger Doors | 5 |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| MSRP | $69200.00 |
| Destination Charge | $1895.00 |
Consumer Information
| Warranty | |
| WarrantyInfo | Basic: 4 Years/80,000 km Drivetrain: 6 Years/110,000 km Corrosion: 6 Years/Unlimited km Emissions: 4 Years/80,000 km Roadside Assistance: 4 Years/Unlimited km |
Technical Specification
| Vehicle | |
| EPA Classification | Compact |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas/Electric V6 |
| Displacement | 3.5L/211 |
| Fuel System | DI |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 339 @ - TBD - (Combined) |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 267 @ 4800 |
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 1 |
| Trans Description Cont. | ECVT |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | - TBD - |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | - TBD - |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.77 |
| Mileage | |
| EnerGuide Estimate - City (L/100 km) | 8.7 |
| EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy (L/100 km) | 7.8 |
| Electrical | |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary) | - TBD - |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | - TBD - |
| Cooling System | |
| Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) | - TBD - |
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 4134 |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front | Adaptive Variable |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Adaptive Variable |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Double Wishbone |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) | - TBD - |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) | - TBD - |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type | Pwr |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 13.1 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 12.2 x - TBD - |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Size | P245/40R18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P245/40R18 |
| Spare Tire Size | Compact |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size (in) | 18 x 8.0 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) | 18 x 8.0 |
| Spare Wheel Size (in) | Compact |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type | Electric Variable Pwr |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | 12.4 - 17.2 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.7 - 3.2 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 36.7 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) | - TBD - |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (L) | 65 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase (in) | 112.2 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 190.0 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 71.7 |
| Height, Overall (in) | 56.1 |
| Track Width, Front (in) | 60.4 |
| Track Width, Rear (in) | 60.6 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 5.1 |
| Liftover Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Trunk Volume (ft?) | 8.1 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft?) | 110.5 |
| Front Head Room (in) | 37.8 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 43.5 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 56.3 |
| Front Hip Room (in) | 54.4 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.0 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 36.4 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 55.1 |
| Second Hip Room (in) | 51.4 |
| Summary | |
| Vehicle Name | GS 450h |
| Body Style | 4 Door Sedan |
Standard Equipment
| EXTERIOR | |
| Pwr moonroof | |
| Body-coloured bumpers | |
| Body-coloured rear spoiler | |
| Adaptive front lighting system | |
| High intensity discharge (HID) headlamps-inc: light control system, auto leveling, headlamp washers | |
| Fog lamps | |
| Electrochromic pwr folding heated mirrors w/memory | |
| Tinted glass w/UV protection | |
| Water repellent door glass | |
| Variable intermittent rain-sensing wipers w/mist, de-icer | |
| Body-coloured door handles | |
| INTERIOR | |
| Premium leather seat surfaces | |
| 10-way pwr heated/ventilated front bucket seats w/3-position memory | |
| Rear seats w/fold down centre armrest | |
| Front centre console | |
| Carpeted floor mats | |
| Driver footrest | |
| 3-spoke pwr telescopic auto tilt wood steering wheel-inc: audio controls, memory indicator, multi-info display, digital compass, kW pwr meter, voltmeter, water temp, outside temp, dual trip odometers | |
| Digital clock | |
| Warnings-inc: low fuel, low engine oil, door ajar, head lamps on, front seat belts | |
| Tire pressure monitor system | |
| Pwr windows-inc: all-position auto-up/down | |
| Pwr door locks w/key lockout protection | |
| Smart key system | |
| Pwr fuel lid release | |
| Cruise control | |
| Garage door opener | |
| DVD based navigation system w/backup camera | |
| Bluetooth capability | |
| Anti-theft system w/engine immobilizer | |
| Mark Levinson AM/FM/MP3/WMA stereo w/CD/DVD changer-inc: cassette, title display, (14) speakers | |
| Satellite ready prep w/roof mounted fin antenna | |
| Glass-imprinted antenna | |
| Dual-zone automatic climate control-inc: air recirculation, dust, pollen & deodorizing air filters | |
| Side window defoggers | |
| Rear seat heater ducts | |
| Rear window defroster w/timer | |
| Locking glove box | |
| Front/rear cupholders | |
| Driver coin case compartment | |
| Cigarette lighter | |
| Auxiliary pwr outlets | |
| Woodgrain trim | |
| Leather door trim | |
| Chrome inner door handles | |
| Front opening door pockets | |
| Electrochromic rear view mirror | |
| Overhead console w/sunglass storage | |
| Pwr rear sunshade | |
| Dual illuminated vanity mirrors | |
| Assist grips | |
| Lighting-inc: premium illuminated entry, door courtesy, front footwell, glove box, ashtray, trunk | |
| Wood & leather-trimmed shift knob | |
| Front seatback pockets | |
| Coat hooks | |
| MECHANICAL | |
| 3.5L DOHC DI 24-valve V6 engine-inc: dual continuously variable valve timing w/intelligence (VVT-i), permanent-magnet electric motor | |
| Electronic throttle system w/intelligence (ETCS-i) | |
| Acoustic control induction system (ACIS) | |
| Electronic continuously variable transmission-inc: OD, snow mode, sequential multi-mode shifter | |
| Push button start | |
| Rear wheel drive | |
| Vehicle dynamics integrated management system (VDIM)-inc: vehicle stability control (VSC), traction control (TRAC), hill-start assist control (HAC) | |
| Independent double wishbone adaptive variable front suspension | |
| Independent multi-link adaptive variable rear suspension | |
| Front/rear stabilizer bars | |
| P245/40R18 performance summer tires | |
| 18" aluminum wheels w/wheel locks | |
| Compact spare tire | |
| Electric pwr steering w/variable gear ratio steering | |
| 4-wheel vented disc brakes w/integrated regenerative braking system | |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) w/brake assist (BA) | |
| Stainless steel dual exhaust | |
| Tool kit | |
| SAFETY | |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) w/brake assist (BA) | |
| Dual-stage front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) | |
| Front seat-mounted side-impact airbags | |
| Rear side-impact airbags | |
| Front/rear side curtain airbags | |
| Front knee airbags | |
| All-position 3-point seat belts-inc: adjustable shoulder belt anchors, pretensioners, force limiters | |
| Anchor points for child-restraint seats | |
| Child protector rear door locks | |
| Vehicle dynamics integrated management stability control system (VDIM) | |
| Vehicle stability control (VSC) | |
| Hill-start assist control (HAC) | |
| Traction Control (TRAC) | |
| First aid kit | |
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