The 2016 Lexus GS F is a rare, high-performance version of the midsize Lexus GS sedan, featuring a naturally aspirated 5.0L V8 engine producing 467 horsepower. It offers a unique blend of daily driving comfort and track-ready capability, with a sophisticated suspension, a high-revving engine, and an adjustable torque-vectoring differential. While it lacks the low-end torque of some competitors and doesn’t have the quickest acceleration, its refined V8 engine and dual personality make it an appealing and exclusive choice for performance luxury sedan buyers.  

Engine and Performance

  • Engine: A high-revving, naturally aspirated 5.0L V8 engine. 
  • Horsepower: 467 horsepower. 
  • Torque: 389 pound-feet of torque. 
  • Transmission: An 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission with paddle shifters. 
  • Torque-Vectoring Differential: Features an adjustable torque-vectoring LSD with slalom and track modes for enhanced handling. 
  • Driving Experience: Has a refined feel for daily driving but comes alive in Sport+ manual mode, offering a different kind of athleticism than its rivals. 

Features and Design

  • Interior: Offers a comfortable, high-quality interior with features like a 12.3-inch screen, navigation, heated/cooled seats, and a Mark Levinson surround sound system. 
  • Head-Up Display (HUD): Includes a HUD that can display a tachometer. 
  • Exclusivity: As a rare performance model, it provides a sense of exclusivity. 
  • Design: Features an understated design, providing a less flashy alternative to other performance sedans. 

Pros and Cons

  • Pros:
    • High-revving naturally aspirated V8 engine with a satisfying sound. 
    • Sophisticated handling with a torque-vectoring differential. 
    • Refined build quality and comfortable ride for daily use. 
    • Offers a dual personality – comfortable and civilized, or a spirited performance car. 
  • Cons:
    • Lacks low-end torque, requiring patience to utilize the engine’s power. 
    • Not as quick as some competing turbocharged sports sedans. 
    • Back seat space is not very generous. 

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