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Specially developed to fulfill the vehicle’s ‘Dual Concept’, the GX460’s powerful 4.6-liter V8 gasoline engine offers both extraordinarily smooth on-road performance and incredible torque for off-road driving. To achieve class-leading quietness and smoothness, Dual VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing-intelligent) varies intake and exhaust timing to increase torque, while significantly reducing exhaust emissions such as NOx (Nitrogen oxides) and HC (Hydrocarbons).
The compact form of the high-output Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) battery installed in the luggage compartment, contributes to the ample luggage space. Its excellent cooling performance is boosted by using cold air from the rear cooler.
With excellent inverter output as well as a high-output electric motor with ample capacity for applying the power control unit’s high current to the vehicle’s power, this system delivers quiet powerful acceleration at start-up and instantaneously-responsive linear acceleration at speed.
The high-efficiency regenerative brake system activates the motor as a generator while decelerating and braking, converting the moving vehicle’s kinetic energy into electric energy and using it to charge the battery.
Combining dynamic driving with overwhelming quietness and instantaneous power with exceptional environmental performance, Lexus Hybrid Drive intelligently combines the power of a highly-efficient 5.0-liter gasoline engine with electric power from a high-output motor.
Advanced technologies including the innovative D-4S fuel injection system and VVT-iE deliver the performance characteristics befitting a premium luxury car, including high output with excellent fuel efficiency, quiet operation, and exceptional environmental performance.
To help support eco-friendly driving which is determined by the combined output of motor and engine, the indicator displays the real time status of the hybrid system in areas that show ‘Charge’, ‘Eco’ and ‘Power’ operation.
During various cornering maneuvers, actuators actively vary the torque applied to the stabilizer bars of the front and rear suspension, suppressing vehicle roll to help provide excellent stability and ride comfort.
In the superb quietness of the cabin, the F SPORT package uses a finely-tuned intake sound generator to introduce a sporty engine note when the driver accelerates in the high rpm range, boosting the thrill of sports driving
The aluminum pedals reflect the influence of the motorsport design heritage in the development of the LS F SPORT package, imparting a bold dynamic edge to sporting control. The grille mesh pattern of the aluminum trim beautifully complements the sport pedals, scuff plates and F SPORT interior elements, giving an aggressive sporty touch to the Lexus flagship.
