Lexus has unveiled the all-new 2023 RX luxury SUV, which offers spectacular luxury, on-road performance and a vision of style. The new Lexus RX ushers in a new luxury SUV model in the crossover category with the inclusion of the RX F SPORT Performance for an upgraded hybrid powertrain and a highly intuitive Lexus interface that delivers better handling and enhanced ride comfort. A striking feature of the all-new Lexus RX is the rear end and the silhouette, which harmonize perfectly with the overall design of the SUV. In this article, we'll take a closer look at this fifth-generation luxury SUV, the 2023 Lexus RX.
Preview
The iconic Lexus brand recently launched its fifth-generation RX large luxury SUV for 2023. According to Caranddriver, the 2023 Lexus is a complete redesign of its predecessor, the fourth-generation crossover SUV. Some of the changes to the interior and exterior of the RX include; a curved roofline that curves towards a tinted rear pillar, a raised spindle grille and slimmer taillights with a sleeker notch design and center light bar. The stunning exterior look of the 2023 Lexus RX is finished with standard 19-inch wheels or optional 21-inch wheels that provide a sportier look. Given that the new Lexus RX is built on the brand's latest GA-K platform, it's highly likely that all models will be available in the hybrid version, especially in areas with strict fuel regulations. emissions. Nonetheless, the 2023 Lexus RX is a reasonably sized SUV model, which is one of its key selling features, and the manufacturing brand has announced that a version of the plug-in hybrid powertrain is expected to be included in the class of crossovers.
Engine, performance and transmission
According to Forbes, the 2023 Lexus RX comes with a wide array of upgraded powertrain features, most of which are electrified. This new SUV model is powered by four engines, but only details of three of them have been released. They understand; a 2,4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with eight-speed automatic transmission for the base RX model, producing 275 hp and a peak torque force of 317 lb-ft. There's the F Sport Performance model, which is powered by a 2,4-liter turbocharged engine developing 367 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque with a six-speed automatic transmission. This top-of-the-line RX model is equipped with Lexus' new Direct4 AWD system and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5,9 seconds. The third engine is a hybrid 2,5-liter inline four-cylinder that delivers 246 horsepower and a peak torque of 233 with a CVT gear transmission. Although it's quite underpowered, it has a combined fuel economy of 33 mpg, which is better than the base RX model. In addition to the rear-mounted electric motor, the new Lexus RX F Sport Performance Hybrid comes with standard all-wheel drive. It is optimized to improve traction on dry roads and icy or snowy road conditions. Improved brakes and safe handling are installed in the 2023 Lexus RX to let you enjoy outstanding on-road performance even on long road adventures. Compared to the Lexus RX 350, the F Sport Performance has a fuel economy of 26 mpg in combined highway/city driving, which is 2 mpg more.
Interior
Unfortunately, Lexus hasn't released the full interior details for the 2023 RX, but there are a few things known. For example, the wheelbase is extended by a few centimeters to leave enough legroom for rear and front passengers. The touchpad controller which made the user interface very difficult to use and clunky has now been replaced by the new Lexus infotainment system. This new infotainment system features an easy-to-use touchscreen designed with a pair of physical dials that allow you to quickly set the car's desired temperature for the front seat climate system. Based on the extensive testing of the new Lexus user interface, it has been proven not to be very user-friendly. Nevertheless, it allows the user to easily navigate the infotainment menus. The mechanical shifter used in previous models is now replaced by an electronic shifter. Other notable features of the all-new Lexus RX interior include; configurable ambient lighting, a head-up display, keyless start and a panoramic sunroof, among the technical equipment typical of a luxury crossover SUV model. The 2023 Lexus RX SUV model is available in wood trim with Black Open Pore and Ash Bamboo options.
Safety and driving assistance functions
The 2023 Lexus RX comes equipped with some of the latest driver assistance features branded as Lexus Safety System +3.0. They understand; pedestrian detection, lane centering, lane departure warning, active lane control, cornering speed management, radar adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, emergency braking and detection motorcycle pre-collision systems, and other comprehensive driver assistance systems. Since Lexus is a Toyota product, it's no surprise that it comes with a wide variety of driver and passenger safety systems. The 2023 RX replaced the old, slow-performing trackpad interface with the latest-generation infotainment system that features a much larger 14-inch central touchscreen and a much more efficient user interface. There's also a new park assist that lets you perform head-first parking maneuvers rather than backing into the correct car position like in previous models.
Pricing and availability
Although no official pricing information has yet been released, the sale date of the Lexus RX 2023 model is expected to be by the end of 2022. The all-new RX luxury SUV is available in six trim levels, namely Standard, Luxury, F Sport Handling, new F Sport Performance, Premium and the new Premium+ grade. Pricing for the 2023 Lexus RX will be announced later this year, according to Motortrend, likely to outsell the $47 average price of the 000 Lexus model.
