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Does US version of GS (non-F) not have option of the premium triple beam LED?

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Old 12-27-15, 03:50 PM
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Default Does US version of GS (non-F) not have option of the premium triple beam LED?

Went through the Lexus gallery of the GS (non GS F) and noticed no option for triple beam led headlamps however on this video of the GS350 in Canada it has the triple beam led headlamps.

Old 12-27-15, 05:17 PM
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Unfortunately, like the RC, it seems like Lexus has decided to exclude the triple-L LED headlights from the US-spec 2016 GS.
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I have not checked, but I think that GS450h would have them as an option.
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Originally Posted by SNiiP3R
I have not checked, but I think that GS450h would have them as an option.
Actually...there's no mention of this being an available feature for the GS450h anywhere on the website and the brochure. So seems like it's reserved just for the GSF in the US.
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When I was at my dealer a couple of weeks ago they had a LX that someone had just bought that had the new LED headlights, so I don't see a reason why the US market doesn't get them for the GS and RC.
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Originally Posted by KJD3
When I was at my dealer a couple of weeks ago they had a LX that someone had just bought that had the new LED headlights, so I don't see a reason why the US market doesn't get them for the GS and RC.
I don't understand Lexus' logic...available on the SUVs (NX, RX, LX), but not available on the regular sedans and coupes in the US. I wonder why this problem is only for the US; there shouldn't be any regulations against them since Lexus' F cars and SUVs get them. Doesn't make sense!
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Default Does US version of GS (non-F) not have option of the premium triple beam LED?

Originally Posted by dchar
I don't understand Lexus' logic...available on the SUVs (NX, RX, LX), but not available on the regular sedans and coupes in the US. I wonder why this problem is only for the US; there shouldn't be any regulations against them since Lexus' F cars and SUVs get them. Doesn't make sense!
Yup, that's exactly the point I was trying to make. You would think that the US market would be the one market they'd offer it in since we love our options and often pay more just to have them, I know I'd pay more to have the option of the LED's, within reason, not only because of their functionality but for the cool factor too, they do look bad ***.

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I'm curious, are the LED headlights able to be equipped with the AFS, (adaptive front lighting system). I have this on my 14 lux ed and like it. Its a kick watching the lights swivel around bends. You just don't want to focus to long on the operation end. Not having seen the LED performance, I think I would stick with my system over non AFS LED's, although that is not an option as in Canada LED's are standard.

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Greetings and Happy New Year. I ordered my 2016 GS and the triple LED Lights are an option with the luxury package which I got.
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Originally Posted by JAM
Greetings and Happy New Year. I ordered my 2016 GS and the triple LED Lights are an option with the luxury package which I got.
Really??? Post a pic as soon as you get it!
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Will post picture.
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In Canada, it looks like the triple LED headlamps are standard to all three trim levels, as the GS ships pretty well equipped at the entry level . However I am disappointed that Lexus has dropped their mid-level trim package, the old Technology package.
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Talking YES, I think they can

Okay so I was almost positive that everyone on here was correct. BUT, my Lexus dealer DOES have the triple beam LED headlights as an option. Check out this link and scroll to where it has the options listed:

http://www.lexusofchestersprings.com...-PA/2691419233
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I wander if these would work/fit on the previous models ( 13 + )
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I think they would for the simple fact that it is available on the 2016 GS 350 with the luxury package. Although the car had some minor cosmetic changed to the headlight it appears to be the same housing that is in the 2013, 14 and 15 model so if you are willing to pay a huge amount of money for these headlights I'm sure its possible.


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