Lexus RX hybrid SUV launched: Lexus RX hybrid SUV launched in India, know here complete details from price to features
Lexus RX hybrid SUV has been launched by the company in India with two variants, in which the first variant is RX 350h Luxury and the second is RX 500h F-Sport +.
Lexus had unveiled the fifth generation 2023 Lexus RX hybrid SUV at the 2023 Auto Expo earlier this year, but the Japanese luxury brand has now officially launched it in India. The RX is available in two variants – RX 350h Luxury at Rs 95.80 lakh and RX 500h F-Sport+ at Rs 1.18 crore, ex-showroom India.
2023 Lexus RX: Engine Options
The all-new Lexus RX enters the Indian market through the Complete Built Unit (CBU) route and is available in two engine trims. The entry-level, RX 350h is powered by a 2.5-litre in-line naturally aspirated powertrain that tag teams with an electric motor and has a combined output of 248 bhp and 242 Nm of torque.
Regarding the speed, Lexus claims that this SUV achieves a speed of 0-100 kilometers per hour in 7.9 seconds. Its top speed is 200 km per hour. The RX 350h is mated to a CVT automatic gearbox and has a battery voltage of 259.2V.
The more powerful RX 500h F-Sport+ gets a 366 bhp 2.4-litre turbo-charged petrol with a hybrid electric system. With 460 Nm of torque, the RX 500h is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. This SUV takes 6.2 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph. Its battery pack has a voltage of 288V.
The RX comes with an all-wheel-drive system as standard while the RX 500h gets a rear steering system that steers the rear wheels up to four degrees either in the opposite direction or in the same direction as the front wheels. The advantage is better maneuverability at low speeds and better handling dynamics at higher speeds.
In terms of dimensions, the new-gen Lexus RX measures 4,890mm in overall length, 1,920mm in width and 1,695mm in height. Lexus has increased the wheelbase of the hybrid SUV by 60 mm. So it is 2,850 mm.
2023 Lexus RX: Interior
Compared to its European competition, Lexus has taken a back seat when it comes to cabin design and features. Both the RX variants get a driver-oriented cockpit with a 14-inch infotainment system. Features include physical dials in the center console to control the sound level and cabin temperature. The wood paneling on the dashboard is available in two finishes – Medium Brown Bamboo and Sumi Woodgrain.
As expected, it comes with features like a wireless phone charger, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 3 USB Type C and one USB Type-A port along with a DC12V slot in the front center console and two Type C charging ports for the rear Packed. Passengers. A DC12V socket is available in the luggage space. In addition, the RX gets 3-zone independent temperature control, ventilated cooled and heated front seats and a 9-speaker Mark Levinson music system.
2023 Lexus RX: Safety Features
To achieve Lexus’ goal of zero deaths and injuries from traffic accidents, the RX hi-tech driver assistant system (ADAS), emergency brake assist, lane keeping and lane departure assist, adaptive cruise control, automatic and adaptive high beam systems, blind Features like spot monitor and 360 degree camera have been given. Apart from this, the RX also gets standard features like airbags, traction control system, vehicle stability control, anti-lock brake system with electronic brake force distribution, tire pressure warning system and more.