2016, Lexus RX200t 4WD Deluxe Edition

Phoenix Auto · Car Purchase Consumption Evaluation Lexus RX positioning is a medium and large luxury SUV, and it adopts the dynamic torque control all-wheel drive system Dynamic Torque Control AWD, which can adjust the front and rear wheel torque ratio in the range of 100:0 to 50:50 for different operating conditions, enhancing the handling and stability while also improving the fuel economy of the vehicle.

This four-wheel drive system does not have a mechanical locking mechanism, but is responsible for transferring power to the rear axle through an electronically controlled multi-disc clutch, which means that the computer will adjust the power of the front and rear axles in a timely manner according to the road conditions. Of course, manual locking can also be performed through the buttons in the car. As for the slip limiting mechanism between the wheels, it is completed by the electronic auxiliary system.

The approach angle and departure angle of the RX are 16.7 degrees and 24.8 degrees respectively, and the minimum distance from the ground when riding alone is 194 mm, so it is not a problem to deal with some simple off-road road conditions, but after all, the front lip is still a bit long, so be careful when climbing.

When the wheel loses grip, the electronic system will intervene in time to reduce the loss of power, but the wheel will still have a certain idling, even if the manual opening of the differential lock is of little help to the vehicle to get out of trouble. The braking force provided by the electronic system is not strong, and it is indeed not suitable for going wild.

Therefore, relatively complex road conditions are not RX’s area of expertise. This four-wheel drive system is more about enhancing RX’s handling and stability on highways, gravel, and some simple muddy roads. With a very comfortable suspension system, driving on crushed and potholed roads is truly a pleasure.