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When Akio Toyoda, CEO of Toyota Motor Corporation, said he wanted the Lexus brand to be more sporty, this is what he had in mind. The Lexus GS models are rear-wheel-drive sports sedans. The entry GS 200t is a new model for 2016 that comes with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Our tester had the F Sport performance package that should ramp up the fun-to-drive meter even more. 
This week, we drove this new Lexus to see if it keeps up with the the tough German competition that Toyoda says he wants to beat.
What?s New For 2016"
The 2016 Lexus GS 200t is a new model that joins the GS 350 and GS 450h as stable mates. It features a four-cylinder turbo engine that competes with models from Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. For 2016, there?s an infotainment upgrade with streaming audio, iHeartRadio, and improved map views. There?s also a Siri EyesFree mode for use with iPhones.

Features & Options
The 2016 Lexus GS 200t ($45,615) features leather, heated and cooled front seats, rearview camera, satellite radio, Bluetooth streaming audio, and Remote Touch, a mouse-like controller.
The performance F Sport package ($7,670) adds 19-inch wheels with summer tires, unique exterior styling and interior trim, rear spoiler, sport-tuned adaptive suspension, variable-ratio steering, upgraded brakes, and 12-way adjustable sport seats with four-way power lumbar.
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