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november 30, 2017 - Lexus

Lexus at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show

  • Power-Fold Third-Row Seat Standard
  • Class-Leading Cargo Room Behind Third Row
  • Seven Passenger Seating
  • Six-Passenger Captain's Chairs Available*
  • Leather Seating and Tri-Zone Climate Control Standard
  • Hands-Free Power Tailgate Standard
  • Available with V6 or Hybrid Powertrains

LOS ANGELES―Families will now be able to enjoy more space with their luxury utility vehicle of choice thanks to the new three-row #lexus #rx "L" models. The #rx created the luxury #crossover segment 20 years ago and has reigned supreme as the most popular luxury utility vehicle on the market. The 2018 #rx350l and #rx 450hL hybrid models retain their stylish figures, but now offer the choice of six-passenger or seven-passenger capability, depending on the market.

Function and Fashion

With the new #rx L models, #lexus drivers will now have the option of a third row without compromising the sleek styling and easy maneuverability that they have long valued. With help through the mastery of vehicle packaging, #lexus extended the body length 110 mm (4.3 inches) at the rear and used a steeper tailgate window angle than on the two-row models―ensuring good headroom for third-row passengers and greater cargo room behind the third row than competitors offer.

The standard seven-seat version uses a 60/40 split bench-type seat. Access to the third row is made easy with the touch of a lever that slides the second seat forward. The available six-seat configuration features second-row captain's chairs that make third-row ingress/egress easier with "walk-in" convenience. With a longer cargo floor area behind its third row than competitors offer, the #rx L exceeds their cargo capacity.

Lexus designed the third row of the #rx L models to offer the same comfort and luxury as in the middle row. The positioning of the second row is slightly higher than the third row, creating more foot room for rear passengers. Standard leather upholstery is standard for all three rows in a range of colors. A tri-zone climate control system gives third-row passengers separate rear air conditioning and dedicated vents, and for convenience, a power-folding third-row seat and power tailgate with hands-free operation are both standard on the #rx L models. (placing a hand near the #lexus emblem opens or closes the tailgate.)

Details that enhance three-row versatility in the #rx L models include a flat load floor behind the folded third-row, a pair of third-row cupholders, an easily stowable tonneau and covered slide rails.

Lexus Signature Design

The 2018 #rx L models offer the same award-winning safety, style, luxury, and performance as the two-row versions. The trend-setting combination of #suv versatility and luxury sedan-like comfort comes packaged in the brand's dramatic mix of sharp creases and curves. The #lexus signature spindle grille, a focal point, is set off by an elegant chrome-plated surround and standard Bi-LED headlights. Available L-shaped premium LED headlights use three unique L-shaped elements per side.

The #rx L models' elegantly blacked-out C-pillars create a floating-roof effect. The spindle theme repeats at the rear, with L-shaped LED taillights enveloping the tailgate and wrapping into the rear fenders. Available 20-inch wheel designs enhance the powerful-looking stance. All #rx paint colors feature a scratch-resistant self-restoring coat, using high-performance macromolecular polymer.

Lexus Safety

In the 2018 three-row #rx L models, the full-length side curtain airbags cover all three rows. The #lexus Safety System + that is standard for most markets includes Pre-Collision System (PCS) and Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with Steering Assist, Intelligent High Beam (IHB) and All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Intuitive Parking Assist and Cross-Traffic Braking is available.

RX 350L216 kW (294 HP) V6

The 2018 #lexus #rx350l offers plenty of power to go with its six- or seven- passenger room and added cargo capacity. The 3.5-liter V6 employs the advanced D-4S fuel injection system, which combines direct and port fuel injection systems. To maximize efficiency, Variable Valve Timing with intelligence Wide (VVT-iW) is used on the intake camshaft, along with VVT-i on the exhaust camshaft, allowing the engine to switch between Otto and Atkinson combustion cycles.

The result is 216 kW (294 hp) and 357 Nm (263 lb.-ft.) of torque, with performance and efficiency optimized by an eight-speed automatic transmission. Use of regular-grade gasoline is a boon to customer value. Using Drive Mode Select, the #rx 350 L driver can exert more control by choosing from among four driving modes. Normal provides an ideal everyday balance of performance and energy conservation. Sport mode puts an edge on powertrain responsiveness, and Eco mode operates the powertrain at its most efficient level.

As on the two-row #rx 350, the #rx350l is available with front-wheel drive or available Dynamic Torque Control AWD. Under normal cruising conditions, the system engages front-wheel drive to help reduce fuel consumption.

Continuously taking input from various sensors (such as wheel speed, engine RPM, steering angle, throttle opening angle and yaw rate), Dynamic Torque Control AWD actively governs torque distribution to the rear wheels using an electromagnetically controlled coupling in the rear differential. When the vehicle is accelerating, the system automatically shifts to AWD to help prevent front-wheel slippage. While cruising, the system reverts to FWD, and when sensors detect wheel slippage, it can vary front to rear torque distribution from 100:0 to 50:50. The 4.2" TFT multi-information display conveys torque-distribution status (front to rear, and side to side).

 

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