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Spyshots: 2012 Lexus GS in Heavy Camouflage

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Following reports that Lexus will indeed turn that stunning LF-Gh hybrid concept we saw in New York into a production car, our dedicated team of spy photographers have scooped up a bunch of photos of the upcoming model. Toyota’s luxury division has been out and about testing different moles that looked like the current generation, yet there can be no mistaking this is a pre-production version with all the body panels in place.

Despite being hidden under heavy camouflage, the new GS clearly draws inspiration from the concept, especially when it comes to the grille and lights. Lexus is willing to take more risks with the look of its four-door model, in order to stop it from fading into anonymity. The kink in the shape of the rear windows, as should be the more sculpted bonnet.

The wheelbase has grown a bit, by the looks of things, an important factor when you consider that both the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse have matured as well.

It’s still early to talk about engines, thought it’s never too early to mention it will have at least one hybrid variant. This is Lexus we are talking about after all! It wouldn’t come as much of a surprise to see that the current sedan's direct-injected, 3.5-liter V6 has been kept, with a bit of extra grunt of course. The company will reportedly also build a hot GS-F version to act as flagship to the range. This car will use the potent 5.0-liter 416 hp V8 in the IS-F, which could be tickled to produce a bit more power. Though we aren’t talking about a true M5 rival here.

The GS’s focus will clearly bee refinement and economy and not power, as the company chose to preview using a hybrid.

We expect the regular GS to be shown this autumn, with sales to commence early by the middle of next year.
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About the author: Mihnea Radu
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Mihnea's favorite cars have already been built, the so-called modern classics from the '80s and '90s. He also loves local car culture from all over the world, so don't be surprised to see him getting excited about weird Japanese imports, low-rider VWs out of Germany, replicas from Russia or LS swaps down in Florida.
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