Lexus RX

Overview

Introduction:

The RX series of vehicles from the elite automakers Lexus were introduced back in the 1999 and since then, this car is carrying a similar kind of face with mild changes over the time. As the Lexus is a luxury brand which comes under the Toyota, expecting reliability and value for money equipments is obvious. RX has many variants in its hierarchy, but the middle east has the RX350 and its derivative as the single option. The outer body styling is more of an simple vehicle which isn't like any robust SUV, rather it makes it a vehicle derived from a sedan car. The Coupe-SUV look can be judged from the soft landing of the roof at the rear making the tail a bit sharp. These traits may not suit to everyone's taste, but the product has good overall caliber.

Interior & Features

Interior

Although, the car is from a luxury brand which is known for having a lot of prestigious models built over the world's biggest company's folios, the RX do get a good set of features under cabin equipment list. The dashboard is puffed up quite well and the use of leather upholstery is commendable. The assembly of music player, climate control and gear knob are stacked one above another. The center partition between the front seats is equipped with a track pad with a computer mouse alike device; it can be used to switch between various options available in the audio player. The music system comprises of 7 inch screen, 12 speakers, 6CD changer, USB, Aux, Bluetooth and satellite radio. The trunk space can swallow in 1132 liters of luggage.

Exterior

Exterior

The car here is a bold looking substance which gets its looks from the patent design scheme of the company. The coupe inspired rear is not suitable for everyone. Lexus has made this car sophisticated and non aggressive, which adds to the practical approach in many ways. It measures its dimensions as 4770 mm of length, 1885 mm of width and 1690 mm of height with the wheelbase stretched upto 1690 mm. The base variant runs on 235/60 R18 tyres while the other superior variants have been employed with tyres of measurements 235/55 R19.

Engine & Fuel Consumption

Engine, Mileage and Variants

The Toyota's masterpiece has made its way in this car; its 3.5 liter V6 engine is found to be pumping a lot of cars and in the alleged model, the functioning is quite fine and efficient as it has the hybrid option as well with RX450H branding. The reliability terms have made its impact here with brisk ride quality and efficient nature of operation. This engine is potent enough to generate 274 hp of power at 6200 rpm. It gets boosted upto 295 hp with the interference of hybrid power train. The torque output of the same is 346 Nm at 4700 rpm. The car takes just 7.7 seconds second to reach the 100 kmph milestone from standstill while approaching 8.93 kmpl of mileage which is appreciable.

Braking & Safety

Safety, Braking and Miscellaneous

The Lexus has introduced a wide range of safety aspects in their entire range of vehicles. They are well versed with the advanced safety traits for airbag inflation, braking characteristics and collision resistance system. The occupant's body is detected for the shape and weight automatically by the vehicle which results into respective amount of airbag deployment during the crash. The airbags are assisted with supplement restraint system cushion airbag which helps in adding better defiance towards the injuries. Apart from this, the other safety aspects of the alleged car includes ABS, EBS, ESP, rain sensing vipers, hill start assist, HID lights, head up display, anti theft display, etc.

Verdict

Lexus RX is one of those dedicated crossovers which offer you an effortless drive on any kind of terrain. The car offers that unique comfort granted by a luxury sedan and has got that sturdy exterior body of an SUV.