4 Door Sedan Quick Specs
MSRP For This Trim: $53,470
Quick Specs
Gas Mileage
17 mpg City/24 mpg Hwy
Engine
Gas V8, 4.6L
EPA Class
Mid-Size
Style Name
4dr Sdn
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
5
Passenger Doors
4
Body Style
4dr Car
Transmission
8-speed automatic transmission w/sequential-shift
Gallery
Other Choices
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Although the BMW 5-Series is clearly in Lexus’ sights with the 2009 GS, Infiniti's M sedans, the M35 and M45, are its closest rivals in execution.
Compared to the GS, the M35/45 has a roomier interior but a similar sporty driving feel, with powerful engines and electronic driving aids, although interior noise is a bigger issue on the M than any of these rivals.
The Lexus GS models also come across as more performance-oriented than the A6, lining up the S6 as a fitter competitor, with its 340-horsepower V-8 that takes on the GS 460.
But the S6 has all-wheel drive, a feature that's not available on the GS 460.
The BMW 5-Series has a firm ride and rather cramped backseat, along with some high-tech options (including night vision, which isn't available on the GS), but its steering is more direct and it comes across as a well-rounded rival that may suit a wider range of drivers than the GS.
The 2009 Lexus GS 350 is considerably sportier in feel than the standard Mercedes E350, with a suspension that's more firmly tuned.
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