2013 Lexus GS

[TEG]

Possible Model S competition for those not 100% committed to 100% electric...

2013 Lexus GS

Lexus Considering GS 350 Coupe

Based on LF-Gh concept I gather.
Lexus-LF-Gh-concept-front Photo, image of Lexus-LF-Gh-concept-front on August 4, 2011 #66101 from Rumor Central

[howabout2]

Possible Model S competition for those not 100% committed to 100% electric...

Two problems with that, at least in my opinion. #1: Sorry, no dice on the ICE. #2: On looks alone, I would pass on this particular generation of the GS even if they got serious and dumped the ICE.

I am guessing Model S reservation holders, on this forum at least, are already 100% committed to 100% electric. Otherwise we'd be driving a similarly good looking car such as a Jaguar XF already. And then on the other hand, we're here waiting for the Model S because of the whole package it offers, not the least of which is amazingly good looks.

I see the GS-h as competition for the Infiniti M35h, not the Model S.

[TEG]

I don't think anyone on this forum would 'defect' to the GS, even if there is a hybrid.
More likely someone who might normally consider a GS could get swayed over to the Model S.

[Mycroft]

I'd buy a Chrysler 300 before buying that ugly thing. No, I think the Audi A7 and possibly the Porsche Panamera would be the ICE cars to beat.

[Jaff]

I think Lexus is continuing with the 450h GS[ (hybrid) for 2013.

I have a 2007 450h GS...best vehicle that I've owned prior to the Roadster!

After driving electric, I'd still rather have a Model S though...

I don't think anyone on this forum would 'defect' to the GS, even if there is a hybrid.
More likely someone who might normally consider a GS could get swayed over to the Model S.

[Jaff]

I can see the Model S "thinning the Lexus hybrid herd" a little...

TM has already stated that it is aiming at the BMW / Audi / Lexus / Mercedes markets.

A Chrysler 300? ...do you really need a car with a helicopter pad?

I'd buy a Chrysler 300 before buying that ugly thing. No, I think the Audi A7 and possibly the Porsche Panamera would be the ICE cars to beat.

[TEG]

Also, keep in mind that Lexus is a Toyota brand, so Toyota may lose some customers to Model S.
I guess, indirectly, they stand to make money either way.

[Jaff]

True, I'm thinking that due to the cost of the vehicle, there will probably be more Lexus converts to Model S due to price considerations...still, the more, the merrier!

Also, keep in mind that Lexus is a Toyota brand, so Toyota may lose some customers to Model S.
I guess, indirectly, they stand to make money either way.

[Warrenbonz]

I also own a 2007 GS 450 H and feel that it is the best car I have owned. I haven't yet taken delivery of my new Roadster yet so hopefully that will change soon . I will very likely trade my 2007 GS450H for a Model S next year or early 2013. I am very excited for the Model S but it won't be so easy walking away from my GS.

[TEG]

...I will very likely trade my 2007 GS450H for a Model S next year or early 2013...

To date, as far as I know, Tesla has not accepted any trade in vehicles.
It is yet to be seen how that may change once Model S deliveries start.