Lexus GS 430

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GS 430 is a fully tech loaded car and the techie features are numerous which makes the car an excellent driving experience altogether.

AVS or Adaptable Vehicle Suspension will select the correct damping level for suspensions automatically ECB or the Electronically controlled brake, variable Gear Ratio Steering or VGRS, VSC-vehicle stability control, ABS-Anti Lock Braking system, EBID-Electronic Brake distribution, VDIM-Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management System which handles the sensors are all features that sound good to the ears pf the Techno-car enthusiasts. There is a quicker steering response and a faster braking response and all these little features or enhancements make driving experience a comfortable and an enjoyable one.

The GS 30 is powered by a 4.3L V8 Configuration with 300 horsepower at 5600 rpm and also 325 lb-ft of torque at 3400 rpm. Looks wise the GS 430 looks slightly larger than its previous models like the GS 400, and everything in the front looks the same. The rear is what has undergone change with the tail lights which have inclusive covers. The alloy wheels have been finished in Metallic grey. Comfort wise the car offers knick knacks like the key less unlocking; the heated seats are great in the Lexus. People who have experienced the Lexus GS 430 swear by the control panel which they say is the best feature of the car. The most used features are strategically placed in the front and the less used controls are placed behind in the control panel.


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Lexus GS 430 Car Specifications

 

Trim

GS430 4Dr Saloon

4.3 Auto

Fuel Delivery Injection
BHP 283.0
Torque (lbs feet) 308.0
RPM to which the Torque refers 3500
Maximum Speed 155
Acceleration (0-60) 6.1
Insurance Group 18
Fuel Economy: Urban 17.3
Fuel Economy: Extra Urban 30.1
Fuel Economy: Combined 24.8
Emissions Data (co2 gm/km) 269
Service Intervals 12 mths/10000 miles
No of doors 4
Body Style Saloon
Transmission Automatic
Fuel type Petrol
Front Brakes VENT DISC
Rear Brakes DISC
Tyre type 245/40R18 Z
Production Start Date 26/10/06
Production End Date 31/12/07
Length (mm) 4825
Width (mm) 1820
Height (mm) 1430
Unladen weight 1695
Boot Capacity (litres) 515


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