Lexus RX

Introduction

• The Lexus RX is a mid-size luxury SUV available with new minor enhancements from the fifth-generation lineup.
• It is available in seven variants in total starting from Standard and ending at F Sport Design.
• Latest updates in the RX include wireless phone charging now standard across all models and more.
• Prospective buyers can personalise with ten exterior colours like Ultra White and Caviar.

Lexus RX – Exterior

• The RX’s fascia features triple-beam LED headlamps with DRLs.
• This luxury SUV’s athletic silhouette measures 4.88-metres long, 1.92-metres wide, and 1.70-metres tall.
• Furthermore, the carmaker’s GA-K platform provides the RX with a low centre of gravity.
• On the other hand, a single-lens full-width taillamp is wrapped around the rear for a low and wide stance.
• Then, buyers can choose between 19-, 21-inch alloys including split-five-spoke with a black finish as per variants.
• Other exterior features include flush door mouldings, rear spoiler, and dimpled underbody panels.

Lexus RX – Interior

• Inside, the RX’s seats boast premium leather upholstery in colours like Macadamia, Black, or Rioja Red.
• These seats further feature eight-way power adjustment, heating, ventilation, and memory settings.
• Then, its cabin offers ambient lighting with 64 colours with 14 themes and six type-c charging ports throughout.
• Tech highlights include a standard 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, or optional 9.8- and14-inch touchscreen.
• This touchscreen comes with Lexus Interface and supports Apple CarPlay and Android auto.
• Adding on to the tech features, a head-up display is available as well.
• To cater towards audio enthusiasts, the RX flaunts a Mark Levinson 21-speaker audio system.
• Comfort features of this luxury SUV are three-zone climate control with air filtration, hands-free power tailgate, and more.

Lexus RX – Powertrain

• The Lexus RX offers a lineup of powertrain options.
• First is the RX 350 which is powered by a 2.4‑litre turbocharged inline‑four petrol engine.
• This mill has a power output of 275bhp and 430Nm of torque.
• Then, this 2.4-litre engine comes mated to an eight‑speed automatic transmission.
• Second offering is the RX 350h which is powered by a 2.5‑litre four‑cylinder Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with hybrid motors.
• This mill churns a power output of 247bhp and 239Nm of torque.
• Then, this 2.5-litre engine comes mated to an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission.
• Third offering is the RX 450h+ that is powered by a 2.5‑litre four‑cylinder petrol engine with a lithium‑ion battery and electric motors.
• This setup produces 304bhp and 227Nm of torque.
• Furthermore, this PHEV engine comes mated to an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission.
• Lastly, the RX 500h is powered by a 2.4‑litre turbocharged inline‑four hybrid system.
• This mill produces 366bhp and 460Nm of torque.
• Then, this 2.4-litre engine comes mated to a six‑speed automatic transmission.