2006 lexus GS reviews

Lexus GS 450h 2006

I have the 450h hybrid version. The batteries are nothing to do with saving the planet/economy they just make it go like stink! The electric motors give instant torque and then the v6 3.5 kicks in - great fun. It is very quiet (completley silent when you start) and comfortable, has a great sound sytem and lots of buttons to keep you amused. It’s beautifully built. The down side: Grandad image (I am one but you know what I mean), the boot is tiny, the sat nav won’t let you enter a complete postcode (same as many others), some of the switches are in a really stupid place, the keyfob boot release doesn’t lift the boot lid up, it pops the lid but what’s the point of that? Worst of all the ride could be better, it’s neither soft and compliant nor does it provide for an involved drive especially when pushed hard, although the sports setting does improve this a little. All in all probably the best car I’ve owned but not my favorite. The entertainment value at the lights is worth the price probably, it will see off most. Go and drive one is my advice, remember the standard GS is a slow old barge compared to the 450h.