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LEXUS’s new RX series, based on the family’s consistent excellent quality and intelligent configuration, greatly enhances the model’s sense of power and sports performance to meet consumers’ pursuit of self-personalized and dynamic driving experience, such as: its gasoline-electric hybrid member RX 450h also provides a combination of naturally aspirated engine and electric engine, making this SUV model continue to meet future challenges in terms of releasing passion and environmental protection. The new RX series adds RX 350 F SPORT version and RX 350 F SPORT version. In addition, the new RX series models are given the new family-style face of LEXUS Lexus – spindle grille, showing a unique tension, which will surely lead the new trend of luxury city SUVs, bringing everyone a new feeling of "anticipation and heartbeat".

  Race to Burn:

RX 350 F SPORT leads the family sports trend

The new RX family adds a new member, the RX 350 F SPORT, which further enriches the lineup of the LEXUS Lexus F SPORT version. The model is equipped with the F SPORT sports package with the speed gene of the LEXUS Lexus family, which effectively enhances the sporty character of the vehicle in terms of power handling and exterior interior.

FUJI SPEEDWAY’s F SPORT Sport Package has helped the new RX 350 to have a better power performance and handling experience. The RX 350 F SPORT features a sporty double-wisharm rear suspension, which provides better grip performance and better anti-roll performance, effectively improving the power and reliability of the model. At the same time, the RX 350 F SPORT is also equipped with a sports damping shock absorber, which can absorb body vibration significantly, achieving the perfect combination of comfort and handling. The newly added paddle shifter makes it convenient for drivers to change gears quickly and enjoy the pleasure of driving at will.

In addition, the new RX 350 F SPORT is equipped with a number of exclusive F SPORT components, such as a mesh front air intake grille, sports door pedals, blackened sports wheels, and the body-specific LEXUS Lexus "F SPORT" logo. In terms of interior, the model offers F SPORT’s unique black-gray interior color scheme, which is complemented by its exclusive sports aluminum accelerator pedal, brake pedal, foot rest plate and light gray double-sewn leather seats, resulting in a textured interior style.

    Determined to change:

Conquer the peak of luxury with many innovations

In addition to the addition of the RX 350 F SPORT model, other models in the new Lexus RX series have also undergone several innovations in design, drivability, technology, and safety.

The new RX series features a spindle-shaped grille design with new LED daytime running lights to outline the sharp and atmospheric appearance. In addition, the RX 450h features new 19-inch wheels, while the RX 350 Deluxe and Premium editions are equipped with five new Trident-style 19-inch wheels to enhance the sense of luxury. In terms of interior, the steering wheel of all RX models has been re-optimized to allow the driver to grasp more easily and steer more freely according to the ergonomic design.

The change is not only reflected in the design, but also in the dynamic driving performance. For example, the new RX 450h has added multiple driving modes, including three adjustable driving modes: Normal (NORMAL), Economic (ECO) and Sport (SPORT). In addition to the new sports mode, the LEXUS Lexus oil-electric hybrid system on the RX 450h also helps it release strong explosive power. The mature fully oil-electric hybrid system makes the engine and electric motor work together to burst out 220 kilowatts of powerful power. At the same time, if driven in pure electric mode, the vehicle does not emit any carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides, conveying care for the environment.

LEXUS Lexus SUV series models have always been renowned around the world for being equipped with leading intelligent technology. Some models of the new RX series have also added many intelligent equipment to provide ultimate comfort and convenience. LEXUS’s second-generation Remote Touch information operating system changes the previous generation’s step of pushing the middle operation button first, and then pressing the confirm buttons on both sides to confirm. The confirmation function is integrated into the middle operation button, which simplifies the operation process and is more in line with the computer mouse operation habits. In addition, the navigation page has added a partition display function, which is convenient to view maps, audio, vehicle conditions and other information at the same time. The newly launched mobile version of the LEXUS G-BOOK Lexus smart co-pilot makes it convenient for customers to connect with the G-BOOK center through their mobile phones, which will make it easy for more consumers to enjoy the user-friendly G-BOOK service. Currently, the RX 270 Deluxe Edition and the RX 350 F SPORT Edition can provide the mobile version of G-BOOK service.

In addition, the intelligent configuration also helps to improve the safety of the new RX series, creating a safe and comfortable journey for consumers. For example, the two new forward detection radars added to the new RX series can fully detect obstacles around the front of the body, effectively reminding to maintain the distance between the cars, thus improving the safety of the vehicle. The new RX series also uses many of the leading safety features of LEXUS Lexus, including 10 SRS airbags, which are combined with the active headrest of the front seat to protect passengers in a more ergonomic way; the Automotive Dynamic Integrated Management System (VDIM), which is more effective in improving vehicle stability and safety; and the uphill auxiliary control system, which can effectively prevent the vehicle from going backwards during the start of the uphill.

Adhering to the brand concept of "unswerving, pursuing perfection", LEXUS will provide industry-leading four-year/100,000-kilometer free warranty and free maintenance services for the new RX 270 and RX 350, while the new RX 450h owners will be able to enjoy six-year/150,000-kilometer free warranty and free maintenance services for gasoline-electric hybrid models.

"Product Reliability Report" June 2012 issue