Lexus reinvents the luxury crossover with all-new RX

TDT | Manama                                             

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com    

The all-new Lexus RX has been introduced by Ebrahim K. Kanoo, the sole distributor of Lexus vehicles in Bahrain.

This luxury crossover utility vehicle, first launched in 1998, has been completely reimagined for its fifth generation to offer greater style, comfort, and performance.

It comes with a choice of three powertrains, two of which are electrified, in line with the company’s aim to have a full lineup of electrified vehicles in all categories by 2030 and sell 100% BEVs globally by 2035.

Takaaki Ohno, Chief Engineer in charge of the vehicle’s development, said: “Created without compromise through the combined efforts of development and production, the all-new RX will become a companion that enriches your life. We hope customers in the Middle East will look forward to it.”

Complementing the all-new RX’s distinctive design is a thrilling drive personality imbued by three powertrain options. A newly developed inline 4-cylinder, 2.4-litre turbocharged engine that produces 275 hp and 430 nm of torque ‎is mated to a new 8-speed Direct-Shift automatic transmission (8AT).

Meanwhile, the new hybrid-electric system combines a 2.5-litre petrol engine and electric motor to produce a total of 247 hp, which is mated to an electronically-controlled continuously variable transmission (E-CVT) to provide a fuel consumption value of 20.7 km/L.

A hybrid-electric system pairing a 2.4-liter turbocharged engine with an electric motor is also available, which provides a combined power of 366 hp mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission that offers fuel consumption of 15.5 km/L while delivering a new level of driving pleasure.

The RX’s design has been improved with a sleeker silhouette, including a coupé-like feel, triple LED headlights, and wider track. The interior of the RX features Lexus’ Tazuna concept for the driver’s cockpit, and the spacious cabin offers ample luggage space, five luxury seats, and several intelligent features.

The RX features Lexus Safety System+, an advanced safety and driver assistance system with new features such as Safe Exit Assist. The system detects traffic or cyclists approaching from the rear and automatically cancels door opening if an occupant tries to open the door to avoid a collision.

The 2023 RX also includes comprehensive safety features designed to protect its occupants, including seven SRS airbags, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Parking Assist Monitor (PAM), Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA), Active Cornering Assist (ACA), Drive-Start Control (DSC), Panoramic View Monitor (PVM), and Hill-start Assist Control (HAC), among many others.

Customers can choose from nine distinctive exterior colours, including the newly developed Sonic Copper. Meanwhile, the interior comes in a choice of four elegant colours, including the newly developed DK.

The RX 500h F SPORT Performance’s new hybrid electric system comes with a front unit that integrates a high-torque 2.4-liter turbo engine, six-speed automatic transmission, and an electric motor. It also features a new hybrid electric system comes with a front unit that integrates a high-torque 2.4-liter turbo engine, six-speed automatic transmission, and an electric motor.