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My dealer tells me 8 speed's for the '14 GS350 F Sport...it's more about CAFE/MPG's than anything else but there's the added bene of improved acceleration. With that said I wouldn't be surprised if all the GS's get the 8 speed at one point in MY '14
I understand how Lexus probably
concured the early shifting managery
with 8 gears. Not sure how 8 gears
improves acceleration. Any help?
Closer-spaced ratios allow the engine to remain within its "power band" during acceleration.
I hope so, although BMW is different I can say that the 8 speed usually is always hunting, I know a couple of IS-F owners that have complained about the 8 speed transmission. I'm pretty sure if it does happen people will complain, maybe 7 gears but I think 8 is to much for the this car.
I think Lex has had enough experience with the
8 spd by now to get it right, has anyone driven the rx fs or the new LS to see how it behaves with the 8spd?
I think Lex has had enough experience with the
8 spd by now to get it right, has anyone driven the rx fs or the new LS to see how it behaves with the 8spd?
Is the RX an 8-speed, I'm getting a loaner RX today as I will be able to test it.
02-20-13, 10:09 PM
