Scott99

Hi,

First time posting. I am deciding between a low mileage, decently equipped certified LS460 or a new GS. I tend to keep my cars forever.

My reasons for each:

LS 2014 pros: Would love to have a flagship Lexus. Plusher ride. More for the money, perhaps, since it's a used car and a 2014.

LS cons: more boring drive than the GS? Do you agree? I've had two Avalons and they were dull, but of course I'm older and probably my testosterone is lower now.

GS 2016 pros: The safety package to be included in the 2016, the Lexus +, with auto brake collision avoidance and several safety features not in the 2014 LS, is very appealing. So is having a new car in a color I prefer.

GS cons: I'd need to wait until they come out (two months? I can't get a straight answer from Lexus), and the GS may cost what the CPO 2014 LS costs. I can wait, except for being a bit impatient.

Thanks for any thoughts.

dlbuckls10

The LS and GS are two different fine automobiles. The LS is a large smooth cruising luxury highway automobile and isn't that exciting to drive. The GS is new, smaller, more tech advanced and very appealing to you. The GS should suit you better. Both are good choices. Lexus the pursuit of perfection.

roadfrog

We can't answer this for you. For me, the LS wins hands down. It's the kind of car I want and still gives me all the excitement I need. It would be easier to coach you if you were asking whether you should get into an LS, or an Audi A8 or a BMW 7 series, since they are similar in where they are marketed (full size luxury).

SW17LS

Having had both, I would take the LS every time.

The GS is a great car, I loved it, but the LS it just more me. The GS is noticeably nimbler, more "fun" to drive, but I love the total refinement, quiet and incredible ride of the LS.

The LS is much more refined and comfortable than an Avalon. You just need to drive them both back to back and see what you think.

jud149

I've driven both. No comparison; LS wins in landslide...

CRowe14

Well, i've only test driven an older GS, a few older LS models-including the one I own and have never driven an Avalon.
The GS was pretty spirited and handled pretty well, but I must say that the combination of size, weight, comfort, interior/exterior cues, minimal issues, the V8 (the smooth power), practically nonexistent gear shifts, smooth braking, quiet cabin, I mean...the list goes on...the LS is quite a remarkable vehicle.
I find it funny when people refer to the LS as being a "boring" vehicle to drive.
I find it not exactly exhilarating, but for what it is, its a great car to drive and when you desire to "kick it up a notch", that power is right beneath your right foot!
Granted its not a sports car with stiffer suspension and pin you to the seat acceleration, but this car can move!
Most definitely drive both and see what you favor.
I'd spend quite a lot of time with each car and mull it over.
But, you are in the LS section of the forum, and we are impartial.
I'd have to say that I think the LS is hard to beat as an overall car.

Remi

I test drove a GS350 F-Sport and while it handled better than my LS, it felt a little cheap (closing the doors for example - they feel like a bank vault on the LS) and it was a bit down on power compared to the LS 460 (the V6 is nice but doesn't have the nice torque band of the V8).

You really should test drive them, there's no hesitation possible, they're just different animals.

dal20402

Irrespective of which Lexus sedan is better, I'd almost always prefer CPO over new, just because luxury cars depreciate so much. Very hard to imagine spending $80k on a new LS when I know the same car will be available in a couple of years for $50k with the vast majority of its useful life left. (Or, if you wait a little longer like I did, for less than $30k.)

I seriously thought about a CPO GS450h, but decided I was willing to sacrifice a little transmission smoothness and city mileage, and the CPO warranty, to get the better ride, material quality, and presence of the LS.

Chuckinnj

I was in the same dilemma as the OP........ GS or LS.
I just picked up,a 2013 LS460 CPO with 16k. miles and love it...... I keep my cars a long time and well maintained.
I say: grab the LS you won't be sorry and it will last you a long time. I drove the GS350 and loved the feel of the road but the LS was for me...... Two totally different cars. I highly suggest the CPO's with a warranty since these cars are pricey to repair.

sktn77a

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Drive both cars - they drive very differently. Then pick the one you like the most!