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  • Page 1 GS 450h Hybrid Overview...
  • Page 2 4.5-liter V8 engine. • The Lexus GS 450h does not need to be plugged in like an electric car. Lexus Hybrid Drive automatically charges itself. • The Lexus GS 450h hybrid drive provides the high level of performance associated with Lexus, along with improved gas mileage and reduced emissions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    How the system works, the system’ s components and what they do. Frequently Asked Questions 21 - 22 A wide range of questions often asked about the GS 450h and hybrid technology. GS 450h Hybrid Drive Specifications Specifications pertaining to the hybrid system.

  • Page 4: Driving The Gs 450H

    GS 450h Driving the GS 450h On the whole, driving the GS 450h is not very much different from driving a conventional vehicle. However, there are some subtle differences you will notice. Pressing the “POWER” button starts the vehicle, but may not start the •...

  • Page 5: Driving The Gs 450H

    Running out of fuel. • Do not run your GS 450h out of fuel. The GS 450h is not designed to be operated with the fuel tank empty. If you try to start the GS 450h with the fuel tank empty, the hybrid system may become disabled on the third attempt. If you continue to drive with the fuel tank empty, the hybrid battery will rapidly discharge and the vehicle will shut down.

  • Page 6: Hybrid Power Driving Performance

    V8 engine. In fact, the "450" in GS 450h stands for the power output of the 3.5 L engine and hybrid battery which, when combined, approximate the power of a 4.5 liter V8 engine.
  • Page 7 Traditional gasoline-powered vehicles may suffer from decreased performance at higher altitudes where there is less oxygen in the air. Because the power output of the hybrid battery is not directly affected by altitude, the GS 450h's acceleration performance can be less affected by altitude than a conventional vehicle.

  • Page 8: Hybrid Power Driving Performance

    • An extremely quiet ride When the GS 450h is driven by electric motors alone, such as at idle, when backing up, and when accelerating slowly to about 20 mph, the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) level is about half that of a conventional gasoline- powered engine, providing an extremely quiet ride.

  • Page 9: Epa Mileage Estimates & Fuel Economy

    GS 450h EPA Mileage Estimates & Fuel Economy Quick Facts - EPA Mileage Estimates The EPA estimated fuel economy numbers are derived from vehicle testing conducted at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’ s (EPA’ s ) National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Vehicle manufacturers also submit test results based on strict EPA standardized drive patterns.
  • Page 10 33 mpg on the highway 2007 GS 450h preliminary mileage estimates determined by Lexus. EPA mileage estimates not available at time of printing. Actual mileage may vary. Why you may not achieve the EPA estimates Because the EPA fuel economy estimates are derived in ideal laboratory conditions, they are just estimates, which may not reflect real world conditions.
  • Page 11 "S" transmission ranges if needed to help maintain vehicle speed when going down steep grades. The lower the range, the greater the engine braking force. H Y B R I D O V E R V I E W GS 450h...

  • Page 13: Multi-Information Display & Monitors

    The display does not show all of the components of the system. The display is located at the center of the dashboard. The Energy Monitor display changes as the GS 450h transitions through different driving conditions. The Energy Monitor display will show the changes in energy and power flow through the system at a given time as the vehicle is driven.
  • Page 14 • The arrows point away from the hybrid battery to the front electric motor and then to the rear wheels. (continued on next page) H Y B R I D O V E R V I E W GS 450h...
  • Page 15 • The arrows point away from the wheels and electric motors and then to the battery. (continued on next page) H Y B R I D O V E R V I E W GS 450h...
  • Page 16 The top green bar may not appear except after driving down long mountain grades. (continued on next page) H Y B R I D O V E R V I E W GS 450h...
  • Page 17 (see page 15) (see page 16) • Clear Average MPG Bar Chart • Clear Regenerated Energy Box Chart • Clear Average MPG (continued on next page) H Y B R I D O V E R V I E W GS 450h...
  • Page 18 Best MPG figure, whichever is greater. To clear the Best MPG and other displays, press "Reset All. " (continued on next page) H Y B R I D O V E R V I E W GS 450h...

  • Page 19: Multi-Information Display & Monitors

    The needle will move up towards 250kW during acceleration and downward into the blue area when the hybrid system is regenerating power during coasting and braking conditions. H Y B R I D O V E R V I E W GS 450h...
  • Page 20 GS 450h. • The Lexus Hybrid Drive that powers your Lexus GS 450h is an advanced system that incorporates the advantages of both electric motors and gasoline engines.

  • Page 21: Gs 450H Hybrid Technology

    GS 450h Hybrid Technology Lexus Hybrid Drive main components 3.5 L 24-V DOHC V-6 Engine with dual VVT-i – The primary power source for your vehicle, the engine works in conjunction with the hybrid battery to deliver power to the ECVT.
  • Page 22 GS 450h Hybrid Technology Lexus Hybrid Drive main components (continued) Inverter – Converts the hybrid battery’ s high voltage DC current into AC current for the electric motors and vice versa, depending on driving demands and electrical system needs. Taking the function of a conventional alternator, it maintains the 12-volt battery.
  • Page 23 GS 450h Hybrid Technology How Lexus Hybrid Drive works. Lexus Hybrid Driveincorporates gas-engine power with electric motor efficiency in a seamless manner. Typically, the system works as follows: Starting from a stop The Electric Drive Motor (MG2) drives the vehicle. The engine is not required to start moving the vehicle, but may come on to charge the hybrid battery or make heat available for the climate control and emissions systems.

  • Page 24: Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Will the GS 450h qualify for a tax credit? A: Check with your tax preparer/consultant regarding any hybrid tax credit. Q: What is the warranty on the GS 450h? What is the warranty on the hybrid battery? A: In addition to the Basic Warranty of 48-month/50,000 miles and the powertrain and restraint system coverage of 72 months/70,000 miles, there is a hybrid warranty.

  • Page 25: Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Does the GS 450h qualify to be driven as a single-occupant vehicle in the high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane? A: We do not expect the GS 450h to qualify for the HOV lane. Check with your state department of motor vehicles for more information.

  • Page 26: Gs 450H Hybrid Drive Specifications

    These performance capacity figures are for comparison only, and were obtained with prototype vehicles by professional drivers using special safety equipment and procedures. These should not be attempted on public streets or highways. 2007 GS 450h preliminary mileage estimates determined by Lexus. EPA mileage estimates not available at time of printing. Actual mileage may vary.

  • Page 27: Glossary Of Hybrid Technology Terms

    Electrical current that reverses its flow in a circuit at regular intervals. The GS 450h's electric motors operate on AC current. Electrical current that flows continuously in one direction. The GS 450h's hybrid battery and 12-volt battery provide DC current.
  • Page 28 In a hybrid vehicle, the word "motor" refers to an electric motor which works with the vehicle's engine to efficiently drive the vehicle. The GS 450h uses permanent magnet AC motors: an electric starter motor/generator (MG1), and an electric drive motor (MG2). (continued on next page)

  • Page 29: Regenerative Braking

    Watt A unit of electrical power. One watt equals 1/746th horsepower. Wh (Watt hours) Electrical power used, or in the case of the GS 450h, regenerated and measured in terms of time. H Y B R I D O V E R V I E W...

  • Page 30: Index

    Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands and in other regions. Some vehicles may be shown with optional equipment. Optional equipment listed may not be available separately or in all regions. Technical photos and illustrations are from Lexus Technical Training and other photos are from CJE Automotive Marketing under contract with Lexus Product Coordination.
  • Page 31 THE PASSIONATE PURSUIT OF PERFECTION. M/N 00242-GSHYB-Book Printed in USA (3/06) © 2006 Lexus...

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