By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
BeFirsTrankBeFirsTrank
  • Home
  • Car Reviews
  • Auto Shows
  • Bike Reviews
  • Future
  • New Car
  • Used Car
  • Contact Us !
Reading: Review: 2016 Lexus GS F shows the underdog can put up a fight
Share
Aa
Aa
BeFirsTrankBeFirsTrank
  • Home
  • Car Reviews
  • Auto Shows
  • Bike Reviews
  • Future
  • New Car
  • Used Car
  • Contact Us !
Search
  • Home
  • Car Reviews
  • Auto Shows
  • Bike Reviews
  • Future
  • New Car
  • Used Car
  • Contact Us !
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© 2022 Foxiz News Network. Ruby Design Company. All Rights Reserved.
BeFirsTrank > Car Reviews > Review: 2016 Lexus GS F shows the underdog can put up a fight
Car Reviews

Review: 2016 Lexus GS F shows the underdog can put up a fight

anik
Last updated: 2015/12/25 at 11:53 AM
By anik 4 Min Read
Share
SHARE

Everyone likes a good underdog story. And the story of the Lexus GS F certainly qualifies.

The “F” brand is only four cars old, if you count the LFA supercar, which you probably shouldn’t. Understandably then, Lexus’s young performance division doesn’t yet have the clout of M or AMG, nor the motorsport pedigree – but it’s working on it. Earlier this year, a Lexus won its class at the gruelling 24 Hours Nurburgring race in Germany.

To emerge victorious, underdogs usually need a secret weapon. David had his slingshot. The Karate Kid had Mr. Miyagi. But a quick look at the GS F’s spec sheet and nothing comes to the rescue. It’s down roughly 100 horsepower on the M5, and 200 lb-ft of torque against the E63. It’s not exactly the Tortoise and the Hare – because each of these cars can power through the 0-100 sprint in less than five seconds – but things aren’t looking good for this underdog. “Numbers are important, but we didn’t want to necessarily pursue best acceleration,” says Yukihiko Yaguchi, emeritus chief engineer for Lexus F. “We wanted to provide that feeling of limitless power and enjoyment for all drivers.”

Once you learn to trust its lightweight steering, the GS F can flow across a winding back road with surprising composure.

Enjoyment! How novel. Someone should tell German engineers about this. But can the GS F live up to those claims?

As it eats up another straight bit of road, there’s a loud base gargle from the V-8. It comes through the speakers, yes, but also up from the cabin and through your bones. It’s the sort of sound you only get when there are no turbochargers present.

If you’re in the wrong gear though, it can take some time for the GS F to build speed. You have to use the upper reaches of the rev range, above 4,000 rotations a minute to find peak torque. To do that, you’ll need to swap gears manually using the paddle shifters, which tend to hesitate slightly before bringing home the next gear. It doesn’t feel like “limitless power” – it’s missing the meaty mid-range and instant shove of its best rivals.

The lightweight steering is disconcerting at first. It feels artificial. But at least it’s direct. Once you learn to trust it, the GS F actually flows across a winding back road with surprising composure. It’s 100 kilograms lighter than the Germans, which helps. The ride is excellent. Even without adjustable dampers, it’s probably the most comfortable car in its class. It makes an interesting daily driver, but not a world-beating super-sedan.

A David and Goliath story this is not. The giants still live, though this underdog fought bravely.

But wait – the GS F may yet have a secret weapon: value. Lexus says pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale date in December or January. If it costs more than $100,000 – as its German rivals do – it will be dead. But if it comes fully-loaded in the low-to-mid-$80,000 range, it’ll be worth a look.

[“source-theglobeandmail”]

You Might Also Like

CES 2022 Day 1 highlights: Sony confirms PlayStation VR 2, Samsung’s $899 portable projector, and more

Read Car Reviews of the Week:

Honda City Hybrid review, test drive

Tata Curvv electric SUV concept unveiled

Don’t Miss the 10 Best Car Blogs on the Web

TAGGED: Review: 2016 Lexus GS F shows, the underdog can put up a fight
anik December 25, 2015
Share
Previous Article 2016 Harley-Davidson Softail Slim S Shows Authentic Retro Military Styling – Photo Gallery
Next Article Alfa Romeo Giulia

Calendar

March 2023
M T W T F S S
 12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
2728293031  
« Dec    

Latest Trending News

  • Rent a McLaren for Your Next Luxury Trip March 2, 2023
  • Qualities of Handicap Vehicles For Sale December 10, 2022
  • Characteristics of Electric Road Bikes October 13, 2022
  • The Advantages of Digital Marketing October 12, 2022
  • U.S. State CIOs Pursuing Faster Digital Transformation July 28, 2022
  • CES 2022 Day 1 highlights: Sony confirms PlayStation VR 2, Samsung’s $899 portable projector, and more July 25, 2022
  • Fire At Europe’s Biggest Sand Dune In France Amid Record Heatwave July 22, 2022

© 2022 Foxiz News Network. Ruby Design Company. All Rights Reserved.

Join Us!

Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news, podcasts etc..

[mc4wp_form]
Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.

Removed from reading list

Undo
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?