New 2008 Lexus GS 450 Hybrid Reliability Review [ 2009 , 2007 ]
Based on analysis of 52 GS-450-Hybrid reviews and test drives.
Reliability
The 2008 Lexus GS 450 Hybrid reliability score of 10.0 out of 10 is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS).
The GS 450h is covered by a basic warranty, which entails coverage for 48 months or 50,000 miles.
This basic warranty covers repairs and adjustments needed in materials or workmanship of parts supplied by Lexus. The powertrain warranty covers 72 months or 70,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Since the GS 450 Hybrid is a new vehicle, predicted reliability is difficult to determine, but based only on the high quality of other Lexus vehicles, it is likely that this vehicle will score well over time. One notable insight from About.com observes that "if you are skittish about what some say is the unproved reliability of electric/hybrid engineering then maybe you should wait a couple of years on this one to see what pans out."
J.D.Power Ratings
Initial Quality Ratings
These scores come from consumer ratings of their vehicles after the first few months of ownership.
Dependability Ratings
These scores come from consumer ratings of their vehicles after three years of ownership.
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