2016 Lexus GS F TESTDRIVENOW.COM FIRST LOOK

2016 Lexus GS F FIRST LOOK

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Car Critic Steve Hammes

2016 Lexus GS F FIRST LOOK

Though renowned for its luxury cars, Lexus also has a burgeoning racier side. Meet the all-new 2016 GS F – the latest V8-powered creation to join the ‘F’ brand stable. With 4-doors and enough cabin space to comfortably accommodate 5 adults, the GS F gives Lexus shoppers a more practical alternative to the RC F Coupe while mimicking much of that car’s track-ready performance.

Combining a luxury cruiser with the handling of a sports car, Lexus says the GS F embraces the virtues of sound, response and power; the cornerstones of the ‘F’ brand. Forget small displacement turbos, a 5.0-liter V8 is under the hood tuned for a high-revving 467 horsepower and 389 pound-feet of torque. It comes mated to an 8-speed automatic with paddle shifters and 4 different driving modes. But because the engine can run on the gas-saving Atkinson cycle in certain conditions, a measure of efficiency is maintained. Structural reinforcements, an exclusive suspension, a torque vectoring rear differential, enhanced braking system and staggered width 19” Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires distinguish this GS F from the much milder GS 350 F SPORT. And inside, custom front and rear seats afford more lateral support and provide the perfect helms to experience Active Sound Control – which pumps in various amounts of engine sound per your choice through the optional 17-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Audio system.