2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport - Automotive News

CAR GARAGE | 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport | Unique to the M Sport package will be aggressive 19-inch wheels, M Sport-tuned Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), Thicker anti-roll bars, bushings changes, and new larger front brakes with high friction pads. Inside, the all-new package also features a sporty attitude with a new 16-way power driver's sport seat, unique interior design treatment and available F Sport exclusive Cabernet Red leather interior.

As with the GS 350, the GS 350 F Sport package will be standard equipped with 10 airbags, Including a knee airbag for both driver and front passenger. Rear seat occupants have seat-mounted side airbags, and all four outboard occupants are equipped with side curtain airbags. Also standard are new Whiplash Injury Lessening front seats designed to help limit excessive head movement, and help Decrease the severity of whiplash-type injuries in Certain types of rear-end collisions. Lexus available with Dynamic Handling, PCS will help further mitigate the occurrence of a collision. Other available safety systems include a Night Vision System That enhances driver visibility at night; Heads Up Display; a Blind Spot Monitor that helps detect vehicles in rear / side blind spots; and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) with Lane Departure Warning (LDW).

To display its aggressive attitude, the Lexus GS 350 F Sport package will be outfitted with a sport front bumper and lower rear valence, rear lip spoiler, unique mesh grille inserts Sport F and F Sport badging. Distinctive F Sport badging will be showcased on the steering wheel. Focusing on the driver, the M Sport package will feature a new 16-way power sport seats for Increased lateral support.

As with the GS 350, the GS 350 F Sport package is powered by an advanced 3.5-liter V6, with four cams, four valves per cylinder and Dual Variable Valve Timing and with intelligence. The six-speed sequential shift automatic transmission has paddle shifters and sport driving functions as standard equipment. In Addition to the Normal mode, the driver can customize the driving experience using ECO, Sport and Sport S + S modes. An optional electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system is designed to enhance traction in a variety of driving conditions. The system can Vary front-to-rear torque balance from 50/50 to as much as 30/70, depending on driving conditions, for exceptional control.