{"id":2971,"date":"2011-08-20T13:17:13","date_gmt":"2011-08-20T20:17:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/?p=2971"},"modified":"2011-09-01T09:12:58","modified_gmt":"2011-09-01T16:12:58","slug":"all-new-gs-350-from-lexus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/?p=2971","title":{"rendered":"All-new GS 350 from Lexus"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><a href=\"http:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2013-Lexus-GS-350-009.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2972\" title=\"2013 Lexus GS 350 009\" src=\"http:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2013-Lexus-GS-350-009-300x292.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2013-Lexus-GS-350-009-300x292.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2013-Lexus-GS-350-009.jpg 384w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. \u2013 Lexus unveiled the all-new GS 350 at a press conference in conjunction with the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d\u2019Elegance.<\/div>\n<div>The new 2013 GS combines\u00a0 styling, precise handling, innovative technology, and a spacious interior.<\/div>\n<div>In addition to the GS 350, the 2013 GS 350 hybrid model and an available F-Sport package will be launched in early 2012 with further details to follow later this year.<\/div>\n<div>\u201cCanadian drivers in the mid-size luxury segment want a vehicle that makes a statement, said Larry Hutchinson, director of Lexus in Canada. \u201cWith world class features, performance enhancing technology and a more engaging driving experience, the all-new GS delivers.\u201d<\/div>\n<div>Along with a new Lexus signature spindle grille, the GS\u00a0 comes with a redesigned chassis and a wide stance to inspire and reward driver participation with crisp and precise handling.<\/div>\n<div>GS engineers also challenged themselves to develop a more spacious interior environment. While leaving exterior dimensions virtually unchanged, they dramatically increased cabin and trunk space to create an interior that can easily transport passengers and their luggage in comfort and style regardless of distance.<\/div>\n<div>Endowed with world-class features and premium details, the new GS also includes performance-enhancing technology that makes it more than just a luxury car.<\/div>\n<div><a href=\"http:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2013-Lexus-GS-350-Back-View.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2973\" title=\"2013 Lexus GS 350 Back View\" src=\"http:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2013-Lexus-GS-350-Back-View-300x261.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2013-Lexus-GS-350-Back-View-300x261.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.westerndriver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2013-Lexus-GS-350-Back-View.jpg 384w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>The new GS is powered by an advanced 3.5-litre V6, four cams, and four valves per cylinder with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i). At 306 horsepower, it is one of the most powerful base engines in the segment, as well as the only one with both direct and sequential injection. It propels the GS from approximately 0-100 km\/h in 5.7 seconds and at the same time, fuel economy has been improved.<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. \u2013 Lexus unveiled the all-new GS 350 at a press conference in conjunction with the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d\u2019Elegance. The new 2013 GS combines\u00a0 styling, precise handling, innovative technology, and a spacious interior. 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