The Lexus GS460 Base for 2009
A high point in the sedan market is the Lexus GS460. In 2009 Lexus rolled out an upgraded version of the GS460 with one versions: Base. Sales for the GS460, especially the GS460 Base, were brisk during 2009 and 2010. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.
2009 Lexus GS460 Base Specs
The restyled GS460 Base is equipped with a 4.6-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota eight-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2008 version.
The fuel system for the 2009 GS460 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The GS460 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The GS460 is 186.20 inches long, 72.60 inches wide, and 66.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 106.90 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was $37,500, with a dealer invoice cost of $33,188. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
The standard warranty period for the GS460 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.
Fuel Efficiency
The GS460 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
What We Think of the Lexus GS460
There are several reasons why the Lexus GS460 Base sold well in 2009. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a GS460.
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