My quick test drive comments

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Jul 9, 2015 | 09:55 AM
  #1  
Finally got enough Free time to go drive both the Non F and F Sport

both cars, were equipped exactly the same

Blind spot
Intuitive park assist
NAV
Cold weather

drove the Non F Sport first

played with the Eco to Sport mode, I honestly didn't feel much difference,
car drove exactly like I thought a $56000 Lexus would, smooth, but not soft, comfortable seats

Drove the F sport and the real difference inside where the seats, they really are much better than the non F sport, the power side bolsters and extendable thigh supports are nice

The one thing I didn't like as much is how harsh the ride was, I was shocked, I've owned a 3 series with M sport, an S4 with 19's and they weren't as hard a ride, maybe hitting 40, I'm getting old but I almost don't know if I'll enjoy the ride especially on the crappy NY roads
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Jul 9, 2015 | 10:49 AM
  #2  
Might be time for the smooth ride of the LS! ;-)
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Jul 9, 2015 | 10:58 AM
  #3  
Make sure that it has Michelin tires and that they weren't over inflated. I have a buddy that has a 2015 F Sport, and I'm surprised by how well it rides.

BTW, my LS rides incredibly Its a big jump money wise from the GS though.
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Jul 9, 2015 | 10:59 AM
  #4  
I have a '15 GS FSport. I think it rides really well. I have the Michelin MXM4 tires.
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Jul 9, 2015 | 11:07 AM
  #5  
If you're not particularly interested in the exterior design, Luxury gs may just be what you want. It's unlikely that you will feel the handling difference some claim. Comes with S/S+. Seats are even more comfortable for both driver and passenger. I drove the 15 f sports with Dunlop for half of a day and also found it quite loud and noisy. Psi is set to 35 as stated on the door panel. Maybe Michellin will help.
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Jul 9, 2015 | 12:09 PM
  #6  
Bear in mind that the 2015 Luxury models have the same 19" wheels as the F Sport.
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Jul 9, 2015 | 12:20 PM
  #7  
I thought my FSport in Normal mode floats too much. Now I can't drive other than in Sport +. Damn CT suspension made my FSport feels too floaty!
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Jul 9, 2015 | 03:36 PM
  #8  
Quote: Bear in mind that the 2015 Luxury models have the same 19" wheels as the F Sport.
Really? Thanks for the info. I guess there's no more luxury in GS
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Jul 9, 2015 | 04:37 PM
  #9  
Yeah they have a lighter color finish but they're the same wheels.
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Jul 9, 2015 | 06:25 PM
  #10  
Quote: Finally got enough Free time to go drive both the Non F and F Sport

both cars, were equipped exactly the same

Blind spot
Intuitive park assist
NAV
Cold weather

drove the Non F Sport first

played with the Eco to Sport mode, I honestly didn't feel much difference,
car drove exactly like I thought a $56000 Lexus would, smooth, but not soft, comfortable seats

Drove the F sport and the real difference inside where the seats, they really are much better than the non F sport, the power side bolsters and extendable thigh supports are nice

The one thing I didn't like as much is how harsh the ride was, I was shocked, I've owned a 3 series with M sport, an S4 with 19's and they weren't as hard a ride, maybe hitting 40, I'm getting old but I almost don't know if I'll enjoy the ride especially on the crappy NY roads
The non-f sport with Luxury package has even better seats for both driver and passenger... I have a non f sport with Luxury.. love it.. more features inside.
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Jul 9, 2015 | 07:09 PM
  #11  
My quick test drive comments
Quote: Make sure that it has Michelin tires and that they weren't over inflated.
Yup I agree with this, I need to adjust mine, they're 40psi cold, and between 37 and 38 warm.
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Jul 9, 2015 | 07:12 PM
  #12  
My 2015 f sport has Bridgestone tires, ride is way better then the last two acuras that I had and they both came with what could be michelins worst tire ever, the mxm4....what a crappy ride that tire gave
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Jul 9, 2015 | 07:13 PM
  #13  
Quote: Yup I agree with this, I need to adjust mine, they're 40psi cold, and between 37 and 38 warm.
That's impossible....tire pressure goes up when warm, not down
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Jul 9, 2015 | 07:14 PM
  #14  
Quote: Yup I agree with this, I need to adjust mine, they're 40psi cold, and between 37 and 38 warm.
Sounds like you may need a new gauge. Your tire pressure will increase as your tires heat up.
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Jul 9, 2015 | 07:25 PM
  #15  
Quote: Yup I agree with this, I need to adjust mine, they're 40psi cold, and between 37 and 38 warm.
Quote: That's impossible....tire pressure goes up when warm, not down
Quote: Sounds like you may need a new gauge. Your tire pressure will increase as your tires heat up.
I'm scared...
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