GS 450H official Thread 0-60 in 5.2 SECONDS/25 MPG!!!$54,900
03-12-06 | 09:06 AM
#256
Originally Posted by looknow12
HP is not the only element of an engine. Until a 4.6L engine is produced, how can we speculate 380HP?
When Lexus produces an engine, they need to make sure it will fit into the grand scheme of their company plans. This includes all vehicles, not just one. An while HP may seem like the only variable, torque, transmision compatibility, remaining drivetrain, fuel efficiency and emissions all play a role.
Who knows, maybe the engineering plans for a 4.6 liter that was pitched has some shortfalls in the above list of criteria.
When Lexus produces an engine, they need to make sure it will fit into the grand scheme of their company plans. This includes all vehicles, not just one. An while HP may seem like the only variable, torque, transmision compatibility, remaining drivetrain, fuel efficiency and emissions all play a role.
Who knows, maybe the engineering plans for a 4.6 liter that was pitched has some shortfalls in the above list of criteria.
03-12-06 | 12:38 PM
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Originally Posted by thenod
Has anyone on this board driven the GS 450h yet? Will the handling be just like the 430, other than then 51/49 weight?
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03-12-06 | 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by looknow12
HP is not the only element of an engine. Until a 4.6L engine is produced, how can we speculate 380HP?
When Lexus produces an engine, they need to make sure it will fit into the grand scheme of their company plans. This includes all vehicles, not just one. An while HP may seem like the only variable, torque, transmision compatibility, remaining drivetrain, fuel efficiency and emissions all play a role.
Who knows, maybe the engineering plans for a 4.6 liter that was pitched has some shortfalls in the above list of criteria.
When Lexus produces an engine, they need to make sure it will fit into the grand scheme of their company plans. This includes all vehicles, not just one. An while HP may seem like the only variable, torque, transmision compatibility, remaining drivetrain, fuel efficiency and emissions all play a role.
Who knows, maybe the engineering plans for a 4.6 liter that was pitched has some shortfalls in the above list of criteria.
So I think requirements you listed are not only satisfied but are top of the class.
03-12-06 | 06:04 PM
#262
Originally Posted by spwolf
as much as we know, 4.6 will have 380hp, 370lbs of torque, 8 speed AT and get mid 20's MPG in heavier LS460.
So I think requirements you listed are not only satisfied but are top of the class.
So I think requirements you listed are not only satisfied but are top of the class.
03-12-06 | 06:05 PM
#263
Originally Posted by thenod
Has anyone on this board driven the GS 450h yet? Will the handling be just like the 430, other than then 51/49 weight?
03-13-06 | 02:06 AM
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Originally Posted by spwolf
as much as we know, 4.6 will have 380hp, 370lbs of torque, 8 speed AT and get mid 20's MPG in heavier LS460.
So I think requirements you listed are not only satisfied but are top of the class.
So I think requirements you listed are not only satisfied but are top of the class.
Could the GS ever see it's way into Nascar? Is it too heavy?
03-13-06 | 08:34 AM
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Just a guess...The 430 gets dual VVi+ direct injection like the is/gs350..good for 25 hp increase and maybe some upgrades...paddle shift/ gen 5 nav...anyone heard this? this could be an midway deal til the 4.6 is a go...
03-13-06 | 09:13 AM
#266
Originally Posted by Tretopflir
Just a guess...The 430 gets dual VVi+ direct injection like the is/gs350..good for 25 hp increase and maybe some upgrades...paddle shift/ gen 5 nav...anyone heard this? this could be an midway deal til the 4.6 is a go...
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=205742
03-13-06 | 12:57 PM
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GS 450h andf run-flat tires
Unless I missed seeing the information, does anyone know if the 450h will come standard with run-flat tires? Since the batteries significantly reduce the trunk space, I thought Lexus might eliminate the need for a spare (like the SC430) by fitting run-flats. My hope is that regular tires are standard.
03-13-06 | 01:51 PM
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Originally Posted by MikeP
Unless I missed seeing the information, does anyone know if the 450h will come standard with run-flat tires? Since the batteries significantly reduce the trunk space, I thought Lexus might eliminate the need for a spare (like the SC430) by fitting run-flats. My hope is that regular tires are standard.
03-13-06 | 04:31 PM
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Originally Posted by looknow12
My dealer called me up to tell me I'm first on the list. He said he had two vehicles of different color. Both had NAV, Mark Levinson and Run Flat Tires. He had left me a message so I'm sure there are other options too.
He has two of different color? Are you saying that he physically has them or knows the whereabouts of these two? I'm cuirous to where EXACTLY are the 450h's now. If they're to be released within the next 30 - 60 days, have they left Japan and are now sitting in warehouse, waiting for the right time and date? Or are they still in Japan on the factory line?
03-13-06 | 06:55 PM
#270
Originally Posted by MikeP
Unless I missed seeing the information, does anyone know if the 450h will come standard with run-flat tires? Since the batteries significantly reduce the trunk space, I thought Lexus might eliminate the need for a spare (like the SC430) by fitting run-flats. My hope is that regular tires are standard.