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After 5 generations & over 2.3 million in sales the Lexus RX has cemented itself in the luxury SUV world while being the single most important (i.e. Successful) model in Lexus’ history. It’s not overstating it to lớn say the RX has defined Lexus since its introduction in 1998, serving as the foundation of the brand’s success. As other Lexus models rose và fell in popularity the RX has remained a stalwart to lớn Lexus’ sales charts. & now comes the all-new 2023 Lexus RX, the sixth generation of its vị trí cao nhất seller.

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The sweeping roofline now features a rear pillar with a blacked-out lower panel

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Lexus intends to maintain its number one position in the luxury midsize SUV category, beating competitors like the Acura MDX and BMW X5 with around 19 percent market share and a predicted 102,000 sales in 2023. The first models will arrives in showrooms in time for the brand’s “December khổng lồ Remember” kinh doanh campaign, and Lexus reps say they expect primarily late 40s khổng lồ early 50s buyers who are both Lexus loyalists & first-time Lexus customers. The automaker hopes khổng lồ increase the RX’s appeal with gene X and Y buyers while maintaining its 50/50 gender split.

The 2023 Lexus RX is the same overall length but features a longer wheelbase và lower hood

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Lexus says the four pillars of its brand are now design, technology, performance, & electrification. For the RX, the design component plays out in a new body that is the same overall length but now features shorter overhangs and a 2.4-inch longer wheelbase, which translates to increased interior space. There’s also an updated, less-aggressive version of Lexus’ trademark spindle grille, a lower hood, & more reclined A-pillars that provide better forward visibility. Weight-saving tech has dropped the RX’s curb weight by 198 pounds. We lượt thích all of these changes, và feel this is the best-looking Lexus RX yet.

On the giải pháp công nghệ front, the RX gains new electronically-controlled doors, which enable features like Safe Exit Assist. This công nghệ can sense approaching cars or cyclists and warn occupants before they mở cửa a door, & it comes standard on all 2023 Lexus RX models. A new 7-inch gauge cluster display & 9.8-inch touchscreen are standard, with a 14-inch touchscreen also available. Additional upgrades include a powered rear hatch that now opens 3 seconds faster, standard shift-by-wire transmission controls, và standard LED twin-beam headlights (triple beam LEDs are available on higher trim levels), plus standard LED fog lamps.

Upgraded touchscreens utilize a revised, more intuitive control interface

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The most important công nghệ upgrade is Lexus’ new user interface, which is migrating through the model line with each redesign and has now reached the RX. Beyond the larger touchscreens are features like a Google-powered point-of-interest navigation system, comprehensive user profile memory settings for different drivers, a smartphone-based digital key, và enhanced voice commands for a variety of advanced features. There are also new, more advanced cảm ứng controls on the steering wheel and upgraded driver-assist technologies like smart cruise control with traffic jam assist & automatic parking.

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The Lexus RX 500h F thể thao Performance AWD includes 21-inch alloy wheels

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The brand’s other two pillars, performance và electrification, are intertwined in the latest Lexus RX, with the most performance-oriented model featuring a hybrid drivetrain. The RX500h is only offered in one trim: F sport Performance AWD. It includes the highest power nguồn rating in the new RX line, at 366 hp and 406 pound-feet of torque. It also comes standard with all-wheel drive, a 6-speed automatic transmission and 21-inch alloy wheels. Additional features include heated & ventilated front and rear seats, a panoramic sunroof, the larger 14-inch touchscreen, and F Sport-specific interior and exterior trim pieces. Fuel efficiency is rated at 27 mpg city, 28 mpg highway và 27 overall. Lexus says it will accelerate lớn 60 mph in 5.9 seconds.

Lexus" trademark "spindle grille" has been revised on the all-new RX

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The mid-grade RX 350h also features a hybrid drivetrain, but unlike the turbocharged 4-cylinder engine (paired to an electric motor) in the RX 500h, the 350h uses a non-turbocharged 4-cylinder paired to an electric motor. This arrangement generates 246 horsepower và 233 lb-ft of torque sent through a continuously variable transmission (CVT). All-wheel drive is also standard on the 350h, và fuel efficiency is rated at 37 city, 34 highway & 36 overall. Because the 350h carries the weight of two drivetrains and all-wheel drive it weighs almost as much at the RX 500h, but it’s down 120 horsepower, which manifests as an adequate-but-not-exciting 7.4-second 0-60 time.

The RX"s new styling includes a light bar across the rear hatch

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Cargo space is plentiful in the RX, & the new powered rear hatch opens 3 seconds quicker

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It’s clear the RX has lost none of its penchant for refined road manners complimented by a placid cabin. All three models are quiet at highway speeds and confident when tackling twisting pavement. As stated, the non-hybrid RX 350 is the lightest model by hundreds of pounds, và you can feel it when driving aggressively, but how often vì chưng luxury SUV owners drive aggressively? The new hybrid versions’ higher fuel efficiency likely appeals lớn potential buyers more than high lateral G figures, especially at today’s gas prices. Couple that with the improved infotainment interface & more appealing exterior design and it’s easy to imagine the RX maintaining its market cốt truyện lead.

The new 2023 Lexus RX will be in showrooms before the kết thúc of the year

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Lexus hasn’t released pricing for the new RX line, but the current mã sản phẩm starts at $45,000 và the new one shouldn’t be too much higher (though with today’s inflation it’s tough khổng lồ know for sure...). The expanded hybrid drivetrain options make sense in today’s world of rising fuel prices, và there’s even a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version due out early next year. Sure, electric vehicles are all the buzz right now, yet there remains a large percentage of luxury SUV consumers not ready khổng lồ make the EV leap just yet. The newest Lexus RX will serve that group well.

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