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Whether in standard-length (LS 460) or long-wheelbase (LS 460 L) form, the LS 460 is powered by a 357-horsepower, 4.6-liter V8, fitted to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The V8 has sophisticated technology including electrically operated variable valve timing, dual fuel injection, and a high 11.8:1 compression ratio. Altogether the engine lives up to its reputation for smoothness, and thanks to..... |
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The Lexus IS comes in two primary models for 2009. The IS 250 has a 204-horsepower, 2.5L V6 engine, and the IS 350 comes with a 306-horsepower, 3.5L V6. Both engines have aluminum construction and variable valve timing for intake and exhaust, along with direct injection. While those models are rear-wheel drive, there's also an IS 250 AWD model, which adds all-wheel drive.
The IS 250 has a standar..... |
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The 2009 Lexus GS is available in three different models, each distinguished by its powertrain. The GS350 is powered by a 303-horsepower V6 engine, while the GS460 has a 342-horsepower V8 engine. At the top of the range is the GS450h, which has a hybrid powertrain combining a 3.5L V6 with an electric motor system, to produce 340 horsepower.
The GS460 can accelerate to 60 mph in just 5.4 seconds, w..... |
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With more than 100 onboard sensors to monitor the slightest change in the vehicle's path, the 2009 Lexus ES 350 is as intuitive as it is comfortable to drive. It also offers more interior room and safety features, and boasts a lower price tag, than most other vehicles in its class. Unlike its GS and IS stablemates that have a distinct performance focus, the front-wheel-drive ES emphasizes top luxu..... |
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This Lexus hybrid pairs a 5.0L V8 engine with two strong electric motors, a system for recapturing power, and a large-capacity battery pack. Altogether, the hybrid powertrain can deliver 438 horsepower and 385 pounds-feet of torque, yielding 0 to 60 mph acceleration times of only 5.5 seconds and impressive passing power. The 2009 LS600h L showcases Lexus Hybrid Drive, which follows the expertise ..... |
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