The Enviro-meter
Compared to the standard Lexus 2008 GS 350, here’s how the GS 450h‘s environmental impact tallies up, according to fueleconomy.gov:
- Petroleum Oil Consumption: 14.9 barrels of crude annually—compared to 15.6 barrels for the GS 350.
- Greenhouse Gas Emissions: 8.0 tons/year, where the GS 350 will total 8.3 tons/year (driving an average of 15,000 miles per year).
- EPA Air Pollution Score: on a scale of 1 to 10 (best), scores in at an 8, compared to a 6 for the GS 350.
Details and Specs
Technical Features: 3.5-liter 4-cam, 24-valve V-6 with variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i), front electric drive motor with Lexus Hybrid Drive, electronic continuously variable transmission with speed reduction & snow mode, SULEV, electronic power steering, adaptive variable suspension, Electronically Controlled Brakes
Safety Features: dual front and side airbags, front and rear side curtain airbags, driver and front passenger knee bags, height adjustable headrests, vehicle stability and traction control, high intensity discharge headlights with dynamic auto-leveling, auto on/off headlights, rain-sensing wipers, headlamp washers, tire pressure monitor system
Interior Features: perforated leather trim, heated and ventilated power front seats, smart access push button start, genuine wood interior trim, dual zone automatic climate control, steering wheel audio control
Exterior Features: dual power outside heated mirrors, 18-inch 5-spoke wheels with 245/40R18 Z-rated tires, daytime running lamps, run flat all-season tires, rear spoiler