finder score: 80.67%
| Website | Rating | Notable quotes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motoring Guru | 82% | "The Lexus GS F is an embodiment of everything that’s great about a V8 sports sedan" | Read more |
| Car Advice | 90% | " there’s nothing else quite like the GS F out there for buyers with particular tastes." | Read more |
| The Motor Report | 80% | "The Lexus GS F has improved substantially with the addition of adaptive suspension. " | Read more |
There is only one model of the Lexus GS F and it is priced from $153,251 before options.
| Option pack | What's included? | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Enhancement Pack 1 | Forged 19" Polished Alloy Wheels | $2,625 |
| Enhancement Pack 2 | Carbon Fibre Ornamentation | $2,625 |
| Enhancement Pack 3 | Forged 19" Polished Alloy Wheels, Carbon Fibre Ornamentation | $5,250 |
| Enhancement Pack 4 | Semi-Aniline Leather Accented Interior, Ventilated Front Seats | $3,105 |
| Enhancement Pack 5 | Semi-Aniline Leather Accented Interior, Ventilated Front Seats, Forged 19" Polished Alloy Wheels | $5,730 |
| Enhancement Pack 6 | Semi-Aniline Leather Accented Interior, Ventilated Front Seats, Carbon Fibre Ornamentation | $5,730 |
| Enhancement Pack 7 | Semi-Aniline Leather Accented Interior, Ventilated Front Seats, Forged 19" Polished Alloy Wheels, Carbon Fibre Ornamentation | $8,355 |
With V8s going the way of the dodo bird, there isn't anything else quite like this large Lexus Sedan available on the market. The Lexus GS F is powerful and thirsty but incredibly fun to drive, making it a unique proposition.
Lexus has placed a 5-0 Litre V8 power plant in the front of the GS F, producing 351Kw and 530Nm of torque. Reviewers across the board were impressed with the responsiveness of the car and the linear fashion in which it accelerates.
Despite the Lexus Atkinson-cycle/Otto-cycle, which effectively adjusts the engine capacity as you drive, it was reported that the engine could still consume up to 13L/100km. Reviewers with heavier feet saw around 16L per 100km driven.
Reviewers were content with the GS F’s handling. The ride was unnecessarily firm in certain driving modes but the addition of adaptive suspension was seen as a good step forward.
There’s no hiding the fact that the Lexus GS F is big and heavy, but it’s noted that the steering is well-weighted and responsive for its size and weight.
Reviewers reported that it felt like the car wanted to step out through the corners of the track when putting the power down. This isn’t an issue when driving on public roads, but by all accounts, everyone had a ball.
Reviewers were of the opinion that this is one of Lexus’s better interiors. Well constructed and roomy, the interior can be best summed up as “lavish”.
The designers at Lexus have done a good job of implementing a large 12.3-inch touchscreen, but most found it difficult to use. Reviewers found that for the price, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities should be available. Despite this, it was reported that the stereo system (Mark Levinson for those in the know) provided great sound.
If you are sitting in the back you may need to lose a few inches, though. While legroom was reported as good and better than competitors, it’s still a bit tight. One reviewer noted that rear passengers will also have obscured vision due to the front sports seats.
| Feature | Included? |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management System (VDIM) | ✔ |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | ✔ |
| Traction Control (TRC) | ✔ |
| Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) | ✔ |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | ✔ |
| Brake Assist (BA) | ✔ |
| Pre-Collision Safety System (PCS) with Pedestrian Detection including Pre-Collision Braking (PCB)(3) | ✔ |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) | ✔ |
| Reversing Camera with Rear Guide Assist (RGA) | ✔ |
| 10 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Airbags | ✔ |
| All-speed Radar Active Cruise Control (ACC) | ✔ |
| Tyre Pressure Warning System | ✔ |
| Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) | ✔ |
| Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) | ✔ |
| Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | ✔ |
| Acceleration Sound Control (ASC) | ✔ |
| F Exclusive LFA-style 8" Digital Instrumentation | ✔ |
| Heated Steering Whee | ✔ |
| Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) Rear Lip Spoiler | ✔ |
| Electric Park Brake (EPB) | ✔ |
| Lexus Remote Touch Controller (LRT) | ✔ |
| Colour Head Up Display (HUD) | ✔ |
| Clearance & Reversing Sonars (8 head) | ✔ |
| 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory | ✔ |
| 8-way Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | ✔ |
| Electronic Folding Side Mirrors with Heater and Self Dimming | ✔ |
| 12.3" Multimedia Screen | ✔ |
| Heated Front & Rear Outer Seats | ✔ |
| Ventilated Front Seats | EP4, EP5, EP6, EP7 |
| Smart Entry (4-door)/Smart Entry Key Card/Push Button Start | ✔ |
| Satellite Navigation System(2) with SUNA Live Traffic Alerts(10) | ✔ |
| Drive Mode Select – ECO, NORMAL, SPORT & SPORT+ | ✔ |
| Bluetooth® Mobile Phone Connectivity(11) | ✔ |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) | ✔ |
| LED Front Fog Lights | ✔ |
| Adaptive High Beam (AHS) | ✔ |
| Digital Radio with Time Shift | ✔ |
| 17-speaker Mark Levinson® DVD Audio with Clari-Fi (12 | ✔ |
| Tri-zone Climate Control Air Conditioning | ✔ |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | ✔ |
| Emergency Brake Signal | ✔ |
| Electric Rear Sunshade | ✔ |
Fast and fun to drive, the Lexus GS F is a unique proposition. If you like rear-wheel drive V8s that can be driven sensibly on the streets and sideways on the tracks, you should consider the Lexus GS F.
V8s may not be around for much longer. This could be your last chance to own a performance sedan unlike any other.
Pictures: Lexus.com
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