Lexus introduced the GS450h Base in late 2007 to regain its grip on the Sedan market. There are 1 trim levels for the GS450h in 2008: . With four doors and spacious seating for five, the rear-wheel drive GS450h makes a statement. There is plenty of competition in the Sedan market, including strong offerings from Nissan.

Stop and Go

The restyled GS450h Base is equipped with a 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a N/A four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2007 version.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The GS450h uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The dimensions of the GS450h Base are 71.70 inches wide by 191.10 inches long. It sits 57.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 109.30 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $33,820, with a dealer invoice cost of $29,987. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2008 GS450h is a SFI design, using ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.

The 2008 GS450h gets 27 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.

What We Think of the Lexus GS450h

There are several reasons why the Lexus GS450h Base sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a GS450h.

Lexus has been blessed with many award-winning designs, including the Lexus GS450h of 2008. There are one trim levels to the GS450h, including Base. The Base version is one of the more popular options. Like in 2007 the popular 3.5 liter has made this a popular choice for sedan buyers around the world.

Engine Performance

The GS450h Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.5 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a N/A 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

The GS450h uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

GS450h Base Statistics

The GS450h is 191.10 inches long, 71.70 inches wide, and 57.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 109.30 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $33,820 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $29,987. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the GS450h is a SFI design, running on ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The ELECTRIC/GAS is handled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.

The GS450h Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty seven when it came to long-distance. Being a electric/gas-powered hybrid car, this was subpar.

In Summary

There are several reasons why the Lexus GS450h Base sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a GS450h.

Under the Hood

The GS450h Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.5 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a N/A 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The GS450h comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The GS450h is 186.20 inches long, 72.60 inches wide, and 66.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 106.90 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was $37,500, with an invoice cost of $33,188. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2009 GS450h is a SFI design, running on ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 19.20 gallons.

The GS450h Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to long-distance. Being a electric/gas-powered green car, this was subpar.

In Summary

The 2008 model began the promise of the Lexus GS450h. The 2009 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the GS450h Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

Lexus introduced the GS450h Base in late 2006 to regain its grip on the Sedan market. There are 1 trim levels for the GS450h in 2007: . With four doors and spacious seating for five, the rear-wheel drive GS450h makes a statement. There is plenty of competition in the Sedan market, including strong offerings from Nissan.

2007 Lexus GS450h Base Specs

The restyled GS450h Base is equipped with a 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a N/A four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2006 version.

The GS450h uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

The fuel system for the 2007 GS450h is a SFI design, using ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 17.20 gallons.

Statistics

The dimensions of the GS450h Base are 71.70 inches wide by 190.00 inches long. It sits 56.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 112.20 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the GS450h is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $54,900 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $48,312. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

MPG Ratings

The 2007 GS450h gets 28 miles/gallon on the highway and only 25 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.

In 2006 and 2007 the GS450h Base was availble in the exterior colors of Black Onyx, Blue Onyx Pearl, Crystal White, Flint Mica, Glacier Frost Mica, Matador Red Mica, and Mercury Metallic. Additional options were available as special orders from the factory.

Parting Shots

There are several reasons why the Lexus GS450h Base sold well in 2007. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a GS450h.