Just last week, the 2013 Lexus GS 350 was launched at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in California. Lexus’ competitor next to BMW’s 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz’s E-Class, Audi’s A6 and Jaguar’s XF, the GS 350 is powered by a 3.5 liter V6 engine that whips out 306bhp at 6,400 rpm, with maximum torque rated at 375Nm at 4,800 rpm. Mated to a 6-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission, the Lexus GS will sprint from 0 to 100km/h in an impressive 5.7 seconds, with a top speed of 230km/h.
It seems Lexus isn’t quite done yet with their new GS model. Just 24 hours ago, Lexus released some images online, indicating two other variants of the GS rear-wheel drive sedan: a sporty F version, and also a Hybrid. While it’s clear the Hybrid version should come with a 3.5 V6 engine and an electric motor (like the current generation 292bhp, 368Nm GS 450h Hybrid), what isn’t clear is this: what will power the ‘GS F’ (if that is what they will call it)? That will place it next to the new BMW M5, Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG and Jaguar XFR. Well, we shall wait till the end of this year for more news…
