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Lexus GS 450h vs. Lexus GS 460 Review

How the Lexus GS 450h stacks up against the Lexus GS 460 - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Lexus GS 450h
Price: $56,550
2010 Lexus GS 460
Price: $53,470
Lexus GS 450h vs. Lexus GS 460 Review

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Lexus GS 460 and the Lexus GS 450h definitely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Lexus GS 450h's engine is significantly smaller than the Lexus GS 460's. Keep in mind that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; however, smaller engines typically get better gas mileage. The GS 460 packs quite a wallop compared to the GS 450h as far as torque, which is roughly equivalent to acceleration. The Lexus GS 450h could learn a lesson or two from the GS 460 as far as torque.

Utility
The Lexus GS 450h and the Lexus GS 460 can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You definitely won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Lexus GS 460 than with the Lexus GS 450h, as both offer similar mileage ranges.

Dimensions
The GS 450h is considerably more bulky than the GS 460. The Lexus GS 450h's tank is approximately the same size as the Lexus GS 460's, though the GS 460's is a bit larger.

Cost
The Lexus GS 460 requires a lot of gasoline compared to the Lexus GS 450h. The Lexus GS 450h won't save you much money at the pump compared to the GS 460. The Lexus GS 460 isn't much less expensive than the Lexus GS 450h when it comes to MSRP.

Warranty
The Lexus GS 460 and the Lexus GS 450h have the same basic warranty.

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