Will the GS get an 8-speed for 2014?
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Will the GS get an 8-speed for 2014?
I'm wondering if any rumors are floating around about a new 8-speed transmission for the GS next year. There is great speculation that the IS350 will be getting an 8-speed for 2014 and it would make sense that they would not leave the GS350 out.
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who knows, it will work in the IS since the IS is a sportier car, but GS owners might not want a car that's constantly searching for gears, so maybe just in the F-Sport version?
when the GS350 F-Sport came out, Lexus said the 6 speed auto was better suited for the car, so we'll see if they backtrack.
when the GS350 F-Sport came out, Lexus said the 6 speed auto was better suited for the car, so we'll see if they backtrack.
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who knows, it will work in the IS since the IS is a sportier car, but GS owners might not want a car that's constantly searching for gears, so maybe just in the F-Sport version?
when the GS350 F-Sport came out, Lexus said the 6 speed auto was better suited for the car, so we'll see if they backtrack.
when the GS350 F-Sport came out, Lexus said the 6 speed auto was better suited for the car, so we'll see if they backtrack.
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I really don't understand what the big deal is? The car performs beautifully with the 6-speed AT. I think pretty much everyone here who owns one is ecstatic with the performance. Seems more like "bragging rights" than a real benefit to me.
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I came out of an GS460 that had the 8 speed. The car was super smooth but when I floored it there was always a lag and it never seemed to get in the right gear for quick acceleration. Now, If I put it in manual mode is was a different animal! I have to say that the new F Sport is really quick as a 6 speed with 300 hp. I LOVE driving this car and I've had a lot of sports cars to compare it to. I remember someone mentioning a tranny that would be 6 unless you switched it to ECO mode then it would go 8 speed for increased gas mileage. That might be cool but what we want is a GS F! The handling in this car can definitely handle a lot more HP!!!
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an updated V6 would still be nice. with 6 speeds of course.