OPTITRON DIALS WITH ELECTRONIC CHROMATIC DEVICE (ECD)

The new Lexus GS 450h's light sensitive Optitron instrument binnacle employs high quality, genuine metal, dials, and boasts the world's first use of Electronic Chromatic Device (ECD) glass to combat glare and enhance instrument legibility under all light conditions. Using a light sensor built into the high mounted rear stop lamp, ECD automatically reduces the glass transparency under direct sunlight by up to 70%. Under normal or snowy conditions ECD is inactive, increasing glass transparency for enhanced dial brightness.


FULLY ELECTRIC AIR-CONDITIONING

Employing the segment's first electrically activated compressor and water pump, the new GS 450h features an efficient air-conditioning system. Electric activation of compressor and water pump fully isolates the air conditioning system from the GS 450h's engine, optimising the performance of the Lexus Hybrid Drive system and minimising fuel consumption penalties.

The electronic climate control system offers independent left and right control, as well as automatic control of upper and lower cabin air zones, and automatic cool air bypass control. The adoption of a humidity sensor, as well as a complex neural network which mimics the human nervous system, allows for more precise climate control and enhanced, draught-free passenger comfort.

The extensive use of sound absorbent materials allied to a sound reflective profile within the ducting has significantly reduced blower noise, whilst the front door glazing defrosters are now located at the base of the front pillar for improved efficiency. The system also features an automatic recirculation mode which, linked to a NOx, HC and CO detection sensor, prevents the intrusion of exhaust gases into the cabin, and a Pollen Removal Mode effectively cleans the cabin from infiltrated airborne allergens, with an efficiency of 97%.


PARKING ASSIST SENSORS - STEERING GUIDED

A European first, the Parking Assist Sensors fitted to the new GS 450h combine sonar technology and a steering angle sensor to warn of object proximity during low speed and parking manoeuvres.

The system comprises four dual sonars installed on the front bumper, two back and two corner sonars on the rear bumper. Via front sonars, which change scanning direction according to the steering wheel angle, the system processes obstacle position data to predict the likelihood of contact, displaying object location and proximity, as well as suggested steering correction, on the Electro Multi Vision touch screen.

Allied to a segment-best turning radius of just 5.2 metres, the system awards the new GS 450h unparalleled low speed manoeuvrability within even the most congested of urban environments.


COMPLETE, HIGH QUALITY HI-FI

In keeping with legendary standards already established by Lexus in the field of in-car high fidelity, the standard GS 450h sound system features a magazine-less, 6-disc, in-dash CD changer. The stereo speaker system utilises no less than 10 individual speakers, including front and rear door mounted tweeters, a large, 250 mm subwoofer and a front centre speaker for improved definition and mid-range clarity.

The system is equipped to play MP3 and WMA (Windows media Audio) music files recorded in CD format.


LEXUS MULTIMEDIA AND NAVIGATION SYSTEM

The Lexus Multimedia and Navigation System features a unique, Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound System, the new Lexus Navigation System and, in addition, the Lexus Parking Assist Monitor.

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