2013 Lexus GS 350. Combines bold, dynamic styling, accurate handling, innovative technology, and a spacious interior. The transmission ...
2013 Lexus GS 350. Combines bold, dynamic styling, accurate handling, innovative technology, and a spacious interior.
The transmission of the 2013 Lexus GS 350 incorporates many features adopted from the Lexus IS F high-performance sedan including changes faster , earlier torque converter lockup and downshift throttle blips - to support four driving modes that be used by moving the new Lexus Drive Mode selector . In addition to the Normal mode, the following settings allow the driver customize the driving experience:
ECO mode revisions throttle mapping, seat heating, and climate control systems for better fuel economy. In ECO mode, meter lighting changes to blue.
SPORT S mode revises throttle mapping and transmission shifting priorities to maximize the capabilities of the propulsion system. In sporty S mode, meter lighting changes to red.
SPORT S + mode (available with F SPORT and Luxury packages ) engages handling enhancements via a sport setting of the adaptive variable suspension , steering system and Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management ( VDIM ) , together with improvements propulsion system so SPORT S.
The new platform is stiffer. Engineers guided extensive testing, ultimately increasing the number of spot welds and adding laser welds in very specific locations. The track, wider by about two inches, works in combination with a revised suspension design to help ensure a more robust and higher cornering performance.
In front control upper and lower arms are aluminum and employ larger bushings. The rear sub frame has been completely redesigned to adapt an all-new multi -link rear suspension, using improved suspension geometry that helps maintain tire cornering force and enhances rear control. With the more rigid and lighter components, the shocks can use lighter viscosity oil, so that they move easily and with small inputs more quickly.
The use of control arms front and rear aluminum helps reduce the weight and results in significant advances in the speed , roll damping , ride comfort, body control and steering precision unstrung . Overall, the suspension is lighter and stronger, allowing it to react to driver input readily, and ride quiet without harshness. Ventilated disc brakes with four-piston aluminum front calipers are endowed with the latest electronic to help provide braking balance and control.
For those seeking more agility, 2013 Lexus GS 350 offers an optional M Sport package. This new package features a retuned suspension with firmer springs an adaptive variable damping system, thicker anti-roll bars, steering gear ratio variable bushing changes and larger front brakes with high friction pads.
The latest generation of the unique Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management system coordinates Lexus Dynamic Handling Lexus ' , the anti-lock braking system , traction control , vehicle stability control , and Adaptive Variable Suspension ( AVS ) .
The suspension AVS helps control front and rear wheel drive offering an agile, strong and safe with a more direct response to driver inputs. LDH system monitors vehicle speed and yaw rate , steering angle and speed, and lateral G to calculate the address input of the rear wheel required , at a maximum angle of the rear wheel 2.0 degrees. At most speeds below 50 mph the Lexus GS front and rear wheels turn in opposite directions. In certain conditions at speeds over 50 mph the GS front and rear wheels turn in the same direction.
The Lexus Dynamic Handling system of the 2013 Lexus GS 350 coordinates all the above and optimises dynamic and safety systems to suit the vehicle speed and driving style.
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