Used 2009 Lexus GS 450h Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 GS 450h, so we've included reviews for other years of the GS 450h since its last redesign.
I found the perfect car
Deej, 01/16/2007
2007 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
My wife and I decided to go from 3 cars to 2, so we traded in a 2001 Accord EX V6 and a 2003 BMW M3 for the GS 450h. We ended up with a car that carries people better than the Accord, performs better than the M3 (really), and gets better gas mileage than either (we get between 26 and 27 mpg). If you drive it like a high-powered sports car, it will perform like same - right down to gas mileage in the teens. If you drive it like a sedan, it will give you all that plus another 5 mpg. Visibility is excellent. Controls are perfect. Everybody can find a comfortable seating position.
Best of Both Worlds
Rick Crall, 06/23/2006
2007 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
My experience with the Lexus GS 450h, although brief, has been overwhelmingly positive, both in terms of performance and mileage. I drive 500+ miles a week; 80% highway, 20% city. I have consistently been averaging 28+ mpg highway (150 + mile trips), 27+ mpg city (5-15 mile trips). Having the minute-to-minute feedback from the gas consumption screen enables you to maximize your mpg, and once you learn the correct way to drive a hybrid, the fuel economy is certainly attainable, if not beatable! And that includes a mixture of usual gas-hungry aggressive driving such as frequent quick accelerations such as merging from an entrance ramp, and just blowing away fellow drivers when passing.
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Certified GS450h
winks, 06/10/2010
2007 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a certified GS450h. It is in excellent condition and having the 161 pt check done gives me peace of mind. I am blown away with how fast it is. A friend with a Porsche drove it and said it is much quicker off the line. The lines are great and I love the the design hasn't changed, so you can't tell that it isn't brand new. Got to love the Lexus Experience.
An opinion
hadrien, 09/03/2006
2007 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
It is not a BMW 550i, but it comes quite close in terms of handling. Interior materials are a bit superior to those seen in a BMW, especially when it comes to sound. Given Lexus/Toyota high levels of reliability this vehicle was a better choice for me.
You can almost have it all
bhamer, 05/27/2007
2007 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
What I wanted: reliability, green car, sporty handling and acceleration, ability to fit five passengers, ultimate comfort, 4 wheel drive. What I got: everything but 4 wheel drive. What an amazing car. Don't be fooled by the similar appearance to other GS versions. I test drove the standard gas version of this car and found it lackluster, noisy and boring. This car is totally different. It is the fastest and most powerful in the GS line up and has remarkable acceleration. It gets around 27 mpg in non performance mode too. It's an amazing blend of comfort and technology.
Quiet, reliable, satisfying power
otis, 06/26/2006
2007 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This car blew my mind. I have never accelerated so fast from 70mph and in such comfort and tactile excellence. 24 mpg is great with this level of performance. Navigation is intuitive and easy to 'talk to'. The music system sounds like I'm in a concert hall. I love this car.
One year and still in love
jimi, 06/15/2010
2009 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Awesome passing power, with or without the power setting. I prefer the sport suspension even in everyday driving because I live in an area with a lot of tight turns. Good braking system allows for quick, controlled stops. The interior is comfortable and full of amenities. The Mark Levinson sound system is worth the added cost. Everyone complains about the small trunk and so do I. But at the end of the day I'm willing to sacrifice the trunk space for the performance. Its not cheap but relative to its competition, namely the BMW 550i and the MB E550, it is a bargin plus it has better reliability, overall performance numbers and mpg. New or used it is a great car to own.
Love the blue
pat, 09/26/2009
2009 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have had the car for about 18 months now and have very little complaints. My favorites are the engine, the fact that it is a hybrid, the H styling with blue trim. I do which the fuel tank was bigger. While getting 26 -27 MPG the tank is small so I still have to hit the pumps once a week. The trunk is small due to the battery. Overall, the most satisfied I have been with any new car I have ever purchased.
Impressive
Mario, 09/16/2006
2007 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Great handling, smooth quick acceleration. Nice finishes. Small trunk. Decent back seat leg room.
Incredible performance
link, 08/20/2006
2007 Lexus GS 450h 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
14 of 17 people found this review helpful
The performance of this car is mind-boggling. If you floor the gas while driving at 70 to 80 mph, you WILL get pushed back into your seat and blow by everything else on the road. If you are over 6 feet tall, you should definitely sit in a GS before purchasing, especially if you tend to sit straight in your seat. I'm 6' 1" and my head touches the roof. The trunk is definitely tiny, but I personally do not place large suitcases or any other significant cargo into the trunk on a daily basis, so this is a non-issue. For trips to Costco or the airport, we just use the other car, an SUV. The navigation voice recognition takes some practice, but otherwise the nav system itself is powerful