Lexus GS F emerges as the people’s choice at 2017 Middle East Car of the Year Awards

Power-packed luxury sedan takes home the ‘Public Car of the Year’ award

Lexus continued its winning streak at the region’s biggest annual automotive awards program as its high-performance luxury sedan Lexus GS F took home the ‘Public Car of the Year’ award at the fourth edition of the Middle East Car of the Year (MECOTY) Awards. This award marks the third successive year that Lexus has been recognized at MECOTY. The GS F is the most powerful sedan that Lexus has offered yet. The car combines the versatility of a sedan with the agility and dynamic character of the ‘F’ brand, which stands for the fast and dynamic response, high efficiency and seamless performance on everyday roads and on racetracks that can be enjoyed by everyone. “The ‘Public Car of the Year’ award further underscores why the Lexus GS F is so beloved by car enthusiasts in the Middle East,” said Takayuki Yoshitsugu, Chief Representative of Middle East and North Africa Representative Office, Toyota Motor Corporation. “The GS F is a car that pushes the boundaries of performance to the limit – it’s a car that is fun to drive every day, whether on a busy street or a winding road, regardless of one’s driving skills. We thank all our customers for making Lexus GS F the clear people’s choice, and we look forward to their constant support that serves as our inspiration to continue delivering amazing experiences.” The GS F is the first new ‘F’ series sedan model since the launch of the IS F in 2007. Equipped with a 5.0-liter V8 engine that delivers 471 hp at 7,100 rpm and 54.0 kg/m of torque at 4,800-5,600 rpm, the GS F’s exceptional high-speed performance and handling, which have been nurtured on racetracks, reflect Lexus’ attempt to create a sense of excitement for its customers whenever and wherever they drive it. The interior of the GS F tastefully melds craftsmanship and affluence with outstanding ergonomics and functionality. With the GS F being a performance premium sedan, special emphasis has been placed on creating a driver-centric cockpit. This pilot-focused design theme is characterized by the information display/gauges positioned directly in front of the driver. In terms of safety, the car utilizes the Lexus Safety System+ to provide a multi-faceted approach to active and passive safety, enhancing peace of mind for its occupants. The MECOTY Awards integrates a unique nomination and scoring methodology and is the biggest and most prestigious awards program for the regional automotive sector, which is developed, tested and implemented by the most experienced ‘motoring minds’ of the industry. This year’s awards were chosen by a jury of 15 independent motoring journalists from leading automotive publications throughout the Middle East and North Africa.