A few highlights of the new 2023 Lexus RX
July 25 2022,
The Lexus RX is getting fully redesigned for 2023, which means that one of the highest selling Lexus models and one of the bestselling luxury crossovers of all time is getting better still.
It starts with the styling; its unmistakably a Lexus, but a new cab rearward design with a longer hood gives it a more squat and athletic stance. It also gets 21-inch wheels for the first time ever if you decide to opt for the high-performance RX500h model, giving it a more authoritative stance still.
Speaking of the RX500h: with a hybrid powertrain good for 367 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque, it has the performance to back up its hot looks. An eight-speed automatic transmits all that power to all four wheels.
While the RX500h does make the most power, there are two other models in the line-up that pack a punch of their own: the RX350 gets a turbocharged four-cylinder engine good for 275 hp and 317 lb-ft of torque, while the RX350h gets a fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain that makes 246 hp and 233 lb-ft of torque and most importantly, gets by using just 7.1L/100 km of fuel.
And that’s not all: expect a plug-in hybrid version soon with a larger batter that could be good for up to 60 km of EV range, if the NX 450+ is any indication.
The high tech reaches beyond the powertrain, of course: inside, we find the latest version of Lexus infotainment, called “Lexus Interface” and punctuated by a 14” central display with a more responsive touchscreen and faster processing speed. Wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay are also included as well as “Hey Lexus” voice commands. Your virtual assistant can find restaurants, addresses from your contact list or even adjust your climate control system.
This and a lot more awaits you with the new Lexus RX, so come visit us to find out more!
