KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Lexus LX 700h new variant revealed.
- New features include 12.3 Inch MID, faster wireless charging and more.
- The Overtrain Edition has also been unveiled.
The flagship car of Lexus, the LX, is getting a new variant called the L 700h. Big thing for this model will be the 3.4L Twin-Turbo Hybrid V6, which produces 457 hp and 790 Nm of torque, sending power to all four wheels via a 10-speed automatic transmission. Apart from the mechanical advancements, this model will also feature a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a faster wireless charging pad, and a new and improved massaging program. There are several new features that Lexus has unveiled, which I will discuss below. In the meantime, make sure to join the 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Lexus LX
This mammoth luxury SUV is the flagship model of the Lexus brand and is based on the same platform as the Toyota Land Cruiser. In India, there is currently only one variant available, the LX 500d, which costs Rs 2.84 crore ex-showroom. The automaker has now revealed its future plans to add a twin-turbo hybrid powertrain.
Additionally, the LX 600h is sold internationally, featuring the same 3.4L engine setup, but it produces less power and torque - specifically, 409 hp and 479 Nm.
Now, along with the LX 700h, Lexus has also unveiled the 'Overtrail edition', which boasts a unique Moon Desert paint, a black grille, black alloy wheels, and black side mirrors. Additionally, the off-roading beast, the Land Cruiser Prado, will also be available with this special edition. Lastly, the North American market will be the first to experience this new iteration of the hybrid V6, followed by a launch in other markets.
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Verdict
As we all know, diesel engines are soon going to become a thing of the past. Every automaker is launching petrol hybrids or turbo petrol versions of their cars while gradually removing diesel options. Now, Lexus has also taken this step, and the Land Cruiser will soon announce similar changes. So, if you're a diesel fan, buy a diesel vehicle quickly, as you may never see them in the future.
