June 16, 2008
Lexus GS 450h, the Other Kind of Hybrid
TORRANCE, CA - The Lexus GS 450h is a full hybrid that has both an electric motor and
gasoline engine. Depending on the driving conditions, you can drive in electric
motor only, gasoline engine only, or a combination of the two, according to
www.chicago.suntimes.com.
The
regular GS is a rear-wheel-drive sports sedan. The GS 450h is no different. The
EPA fuel estimates for this hybrid are 22 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the
highway. The gasoline-powered GS 460 has city/highway estimates of 17/24.