Lexus India, Japanese automaker Toyota’s luxury car brand, unveiled its all-new 5th generation hybrid SUV RX during its first-ever participation at the Auto Expo 2023.
RX will be available in two powertrains - the RX350h Luxury Hybrid and the RX500h F sport Performance. The RX350h will be available in eight Exterior colours and the RX500h in six exterior colours, including a new colour variant – Sonic Copper. The new Lexus RX will come with Connected features and services. The company announced the start of the bookings for the same on Wednesday.
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“In line with the global direction, Lexus India will continue to strengthen its presence through enhancement of its electrified range of cars,” Naveen Soni, President, Lexus India said during the launch.
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The RX 350h Luxury Hybrid will be powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a hybrid transaxle and a rear E-Four electric motor, producing 247 total system horsepower, electronically controlled continuously variable transmission, AWD Layout, and an acceleration of 0–100 km/hr in 7.9 seconds.
The RX 500h F-Sport Performance, powered by a 2.4-liter turbocharged engine, is the most powerful RX to date with 366 horsepower and 460 Nm of torque. It is equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission and an acceleration of up to 0–100 km/hr in 6.2 seconds.
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