Lexus GS

The new Lexus GS is the current Euro NCAP crash test 35 points and five stars for its passenger protection.

2009 Lexus GS 460


Lexus GS

Maximum results provided the new Lexus GS with 18 points for the side impact. In frontal impact it reached with 15 of 16 possible points is also a very good result.


Lexus GS

Class was the best Lexus GS at pedestrian safety with 18 points and two stars.


Lexus GS

For the children's safety, there were 41 points and four stars. With these results, the Lexus GS is the safest car in its class.


Lexus GS

The new Lexus GS has one of the currently most advanced active and passive safety equipment.


Lexus GS

Thus, in comparison to the previous model 45 percent more high-strength steels are used, the ruggedness of deformation the body significantly increased. A cowl reinforced bumpers in the event of a collision for an even higher energy absorption.


Lexus GS

The survival space in the interior of the Lexus GS upholstering ten airbags: SRS front airbags, side airbags front and rear head airbags front and rear, and for the first time in a segment knee airbags for driver and passenger.

2009 Lexus GS 350


Lexus GS

In the event of a crash unfold the knee airbags from the lower part of the instrument panel simultaneously with the front airbags. They reduce in this way, the violations committed in contact with the steering column and the bottom of the dashboard can arise.


Lexus GS

Another advantage of the security knee airbags is that the movements of the hip and upper body, in a collision occur, minimize. This can effectively head and chest injuries can be reduced.


Lexus GS

Another feature of the safety equipment in the new Lexus GS is the latest generation of the Lexus Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management system (VDIM). This electronic system optimizes performance, traction control and vehicle stability.


Lexus GS

The light curve Intelligent Adaptive Front Lighting System (I-AFS) provides for better night vision even in curves, the tire-warning system TPWS (Tire Pressure Warning System) warns of air pressure loss in one or more tires.


Lexus GS

Optionally, the new Lexus GS also has an advanced pre-crash safety system (PCS) and the Adaptive Cruise Control system (ACC).


Lexus GS

PCS takes foresight in the front seat belt system and the emergency braking system to avoid possible collision damage and injuries resulting reduction, while the ACC automatically the speed of the Lexus GS to the front of the vehicle adjusts.