"A Lexus gs450h with a price of nearly one million yuan originally focused on this hybrid system, but after the test drive, we found that the optimization of excellent fuel economy and power performance is not the most attractive place for us. On the contrary, the pleasure it gives drivers makes us completely improve the impression left by the previous generation GS. It integrates the reborn driving fun and the luxurious configuration inclined to the driver, which not only forms a clear style with ES and ls, but also makes us put it ahead in the comprehensive quality ranking of class C vehicles without hesitation.
The official guide price of the gs450h we tested is 975000 yuan. It can buy almost two entry-level gs250, which is 200000 yuan higher than the GS350 f-sport. From dismissing it to clapping our hands, this is the feeling we have experienced in a week. I believe you will agree with us after reading the article.
● appearance: pursue pure luxury sports temperament and absolute individualism
You can't say that the Lexus gs450h is a millions of cars, because it is not "big" and uses the front face of Lexus universal. The independent design of the previous generation GS has disappeared. Therefore, if you watch more es or ct200, you won't see too many surprises on GS, but it doesn't mean it's not beautiful.
Since Lexus began to unify design elements, it began to become as confusing as Volkswagen / Audi, which is a test in everyone's eyes. However, fortunately, Lexus is still a minority after all, so it does not affect its personality. Moreover, at present, I haven't heard anyone reject its practice, and I can appreciate it for a long time.
For a long time to come, Lexus's "hourglass" front face will become the most representative brand feature of the times like Audi's "big mouth". This may leave an important mark in the history of Lexus.
I still think that the design of GS does not reflect the highest level of Japanese cars. The headlights of GS are almost the same as ct200. Whenever I see the front of GS in the rearview mirror, it is difficult for me to make an instant judgment.
The C-class car without extension is on the verge of extinction. Even the imported Infiniti m has been extended. GS may want to attract consumers to choose it as a driver, so it is still reserved in this regard. It retains the symmetrical body proportion and can't see those strong business temperament on it, which is good.
The tail is also a common element, but it is a little independent. This generation of Lexus models generally pursue a strong sense of movement. CT and es are all this style, and GS is more extreme in this regard. The chrome plated exhaust pipe of the ordinary model is cancelled, which is consistent with the blue logo concept of "hybrid".
Generally, it is logically believed that the hybrid model will design a special wheel hub shape. Maybe Lexus has never regarded the gs450h as a heterogeneous model, nor has it become a "tool" for technical publicity as a "concept". This is a real model to sell and take the sales. Therefore, it is dull.
● interior: the driver can experience most luxury configurations
Japanese brands are very good at fashion in interior design. Even if you are only 18 years old, I don't think you will dislike their wood grain decoration covered with interior. Especially for luxury cars, a large number of luxury materials will make designers like fish in water. If you change the Germans, you can't imagine how they can combine solid wood and leather to attract young people.
The light colored wood grain decoration we see is actually made of bamboo, which may highlight the environmental protection concept of gs450h. Compared with wood, the growth cycle of bamboo is much shorter, almost inexhaustible. Moreover, we think bamboo feels better than solid wood, and the surface is matte, without leaving fingerprints.
In addition, Lexus prefers to use soft leather, which is different from German or American cars that prefer leather with strong grain sense. Lexus's choice of leather is as delicate as baby's skin, but which is better depends on which aspect to compare. Lexus's cortex is more flattering, at least in touch.
The steering wheel is also wrapped in bamboo and leather. The grip is much better than that of the previous generation, and the palm is very full. Moreover, it provides a heating function. The disadvantage is that it can only heat the positions of 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock, and other parts are cool.
The gs450h is equipped with a liquid crystal instrument panel. The instrument on the left will switch between the ammeter and the tachometer according to different driving modes. When it is set to "sport s", it is displayed as a tachometer, and the dial will change from blue to red.
The center console uses a huge LCD screen, which is exaggerated to 12.3 inches, almost the size of a notebook screen. This makes it possible to do split screen display, making it easier to view all kinds of information.
The remote touch information operating system combined with the LCD screen, coupled with the patented "mouse" console, makes you feel more like playing with a computer. Although the "mouse" controller is still controversial, it is indeed more efficient after getting used to it.
An external tablet is provided on the GS, which will be recognized automatically after connecting to USB. But as a luxury car, it may be necessary to integrate the tablet into the system. After all, Audi has done it. Such an external connector is a bit fake. Of course, you don't have to. After all, it's additional equipment.
The mark Levinson speaker system has been with Lexus for many years, and has been equipped with 17 speakers for the gs450h. The entertainment system can connect the music in the mobile phone through Bluetooth, saving the trouble of USB cable. Of course, there are often unexplained disconnection problems when connecting an iPod with a USB cable.
● space: the front seats are perfect, and the rear configuration is not the focus
There is no doubt about the seat comfort of Lexus. As a "Sports" model, in the past, you will be picky about what else it has besides comfort. The gs450h seat will convince you. You can think of all the functions, and many functions are only available in class D vehicles.
The comfort of rear seats is better than that of Audi A7 and Mercedes Benz CLS, and the leg space is no smaller than these two. It may not be as luxurious as those extended models that can even walk inside, but in terms of comfort, the ergonomic design and seat comfort are impeccable.
From the rear equipment point of view, the GS with higher price does not have much advantage over es. LCD screen and sunroof are not equipped, only audio and air conditioning controller are provided, which is the positioning of GS. Like A7 and CLS, it is a luxury car belonging to the driver.
● ACC adaptive cruise system + LKA lane keeping system
ACC has been equipped on the previous generation GS, and the "high-tech" configuration at that time is now quite popular. LKA lane keeping system is also a function of high-end models at present, but the early warning prompts of various brands are different. Lexus reminds the driver through the alarm sound.
● infrared driver eye closure monitoring system + pre collision safety system
This function is equipped on the gs450h and GS350 all wheel drive versions. It monitors the driver's face direction and eye closure through the infrared camera on the steering wheel. When the pre collision system detects an obstacle in front, if the driver is closed or does not face the front for a period of time, the system will sound an alarm sound. If the driver's attitude does not change, The system will activate the brake intervention function 2 seconds before the collision.
● HUD head up display system
HUD can project information such as driving speed and driving mode onto the front windshield, but it is only the exclusive configuration of gs450h. After all, this configuration has been relatively popular. You can see it on the domestic 508, and Lexus is a little stingy.
● autohold automatic parking function
This function has been well understood and first appeared on domestic maiteng. Japanese cars have always lacked this function, and Lexus should be the first to do it. Perhaps it is from the feedback of German cars that the parking function of GS will not start until 1-2 seconds after the vehicle stops. Volkswagen or Audi owners should have this experience. Most of the time, they stop briefly. For example, when they stop instantaneously in a traffic jam and start, autohold will force it to start. Lexus has improved this problem through a certain waiting time.
● automatic hand brake system
In addition to the electronic handbrake button, the Lexus gs450h is also equipped with the "auto" automatic handbrake function. As long as you shift into gear P, the electronic handbrake will start automatically, which well avoids the problem of forgetting to pull the handbrake.
● more intelligent reversing image assistance system
In addition to the conventional auxiliary line, the reversing image also adds an auxiliary mode like "driving school coach". Before reversing into position, the system will detect whether it can be seated smoothly. You can set the angle of the steering wheel in advance. If the angle is not appropriate, there will be a prompt on the screen to ensure that you "put it in place".
● driving: the power is comparable to that of V8 engine and has sufficient driving fun
The Lexus gs450h is equipped with a 2gr-fxe 3.5L V6 direct injection engine specially designed for matching the hybrid system. It is matched with the Atkinson cycle system. The adjustment of the engine is slightly lower than the 3.5L pure gasoline version, but the maximum power of the motor can reach 147kw, which makes the performance of the gs450h better than that of the GS350. Most importantly, the fuel consumption is almost half of that of the GS350.
The transmission is also different from the ordinary gasoline version. The gs450h is equipped with an ECVT electronic continuously variable transmission system, which is also a transmission commonly used in Lexus hybrid models. The pure gasoline version of GS is equipped with 6-gear manual transmission as standard, which is the same as es.
The gs450h provides several different driving mode options. This driving mode knob can be seen on Lexus cars. It is worth mentioning that the "sport s +" mode can change the transmission response, steering force and suspension hardness, which will greatly improve the driving fun of the gs450h. However, the GS350 f-sport lacks an LDH dynamic control system, which has a rear wheel steering technology, which is the latest technology to increase handling. Acura of the same level has also developed this technology, but it is reported that it will only appear on the top RLX and the next generation NSX.
We have introduced the working principle of Lexus hybrid system in many articles. Very simply, the vehicle with a speed of less than 30km / h is completely driven by the motor. When the speed exceeds 30km / h, the engine is used as the auxiliary power to drive the vehicle. No matter how high the speed is, the engine plays a leading role. When fully accelerating, the engine and motor work together to achieve the best acceleration performance. Kinetic energy recovery during deceleration and braking.
The dynamic performance of the previous generation GS is already good. The official acceleration time of 0-100km / h is the same, which is 5.9 seconds. Among the C-class vehicles, the 535li with the best performance and which we are most familiar with is at the same level as the A6L 50tfsi. However, the difference in driving comes from that the gs450h is not like a rear drive at all. When starting, due to the intervention of the motor, the tires will not slip at all, which is completely different from the characteristics of most rear drives. What you can feel is the huge centrifugal force caused by the lack of power. Several accelerations are enough to make you dizzy and sick.
The motor of gs450h is indispensable for acceleration performance. You can feel that it is more like a V8 engine running. The reason for this is that its engine sound is much more beautiful than the turbocharging system of BMW and Audi, and even you can hear the thick sound rarely seen on Lexus models in the past. And when you release the throttle, the car will be as static as static.
What's impressive is that GS has been emphasizing its sportiness, but it's not until this generation that it really does. Even if the "sport s +" mode is not used, the chassis can still convey a clear road feeling. You can directly feel that the tires are pressed on the ground. Looking back on the previous generation GS, you sometimes wonder whether the vehicle is floating in the air in corners. However, the Lexus style comfort has not been completely abandoned. Driving on a flat road is still as delicate as pressing on cream. This is a Lexus family characteristic. Like the toughness of Mercedes Benz, others can never do it.
When we tested es some time ago, we already knew the driving performance improvement of Lexus, and so did the GS. The steering wheel is strong and steady, and the brake pedal also begins to pay attention to the initial strength, rather than stepping on the second half as before. The battery pack makes the counterweight more reasonable, and the compact body is extremely dexterous in corners, just as we admit the handling of 535li but don't like it. We are disgusted by the drag brought by lengthening the wheelbase.
In addition, the steering accuracy of gs450h has changed the illusory feeling in the past. Due to the short suspension stroke, the support force is very good. Therefore, the steering is more smooth and free, which is definitely the appearance of a sports car. It is also a desirable feature on Lexus models in the past.
● 0-100km / h acceleration test:
The test gs450h does not need to control the speed as accurately as other high-power rear drive vehicles. When starting, the vehicle can allow the speed to be maintained at 3000 rpm. Because it is mainly driven by the motor, the tire will not slip after starting. It feels like a 4WD model. The results are very stable. The results are the same every time.
There is no difference. The test result of each test is 6.18 seconds, which is faster than that of Audi A7 and cls350, and is equivalent to the level of 535li and A6 50tfsi.
● 100km / H-0 braking test:
The braking test was just catching up with the haze weather in Beijing, and the road was a little slippery. During the acceleration test, the test results were fairly accurate because the tires did not slip. When braking, the road surface has an impact on the result, and the final result is 41.5m. Generally speaking, the braking performance of such models can easily reach within 40 meters.
● noise test:
Lexus gs450h maintains consistent quality. Since the engine does not intervene during idling, there is basically no idling noise. Only when the battery power is low, the engine will intervene. At this time, the engine is in the state of charging the battery, so the idle noise will be higher. In other cases, the noise level of gs450h is lower than that of any model of the same level.
● fuel consumption test:
Because the hybrid system will be different on different road conditions
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