First Look: THE ALL-NEW LEXUS LX

ANNOUNCEMENT

Lexus, Toyota’s luxury vehicle division, is one of the leading luxury car manufacturers. Renowned for blending comfort, innovative technology and aesthetic designs in their vehicles, it is among the top choices of luxury car buyers. The all-new 2022 Lexus LX is the latest entrant into Lexus’ LX series.

In this comprehensive guide, we will take an in-depth look at the all-new Lexus LX 2022, its features and price in the UAE. 

2022 Lexus LX in UAE

Al-Futtaim Lexus has always strived to meet the demands of automotive consumers in the UAE. With Lexus LX series being one of the most popular used Japanese SUVs, they have announced the introduction of the all-new Lexus LX in the UAE as part of its constant effort to offer excellent experiences to Lexus drivers. The all-new Lexus LX blends a modern appearance, great performance, and a new powertrain with advanced technology to give unrivalled luxury to drivers.

Lexus LX 2022 ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

A certified ultra-low emission vehicle, Lexus LX engine is a 3.5-litre V6 twin-turbo that can generate 409 horsepower and torque of 479 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm. It has variable valve timing with intelligence – a technology developed by Toyota – that improves engine performance and lowers fuel consumption. These specs are similar across the five trims of Lexus LX – LX, LX PREMIUM, LX F SPORT HANDLING, LX LUXURY and LX ULTRA LUXURY.

All-New 2022 Lexus LX Exterior

Now, let’s explore the exterior features of the 2022 Lexus LX. The Lexus LX Luxury SUV is available in the following colours:

• Atomic Silver
• Caviar
• Nori Green Pearl
• Eminent White Pearl
• Manganese 
• Luster 
• Black 
• Ultra White
• Black Onyx

Black Onyx and Ultra White are reserved solely for the F Sport model. However, if you want, F Sport can also be painted in Atomic Silver and Manganese Luster.

Other pertinent exterior features include:

• Blade Taillamp that illuminates at night to capture attention to the car’s rear badging.
• Three pre-selected themes: Sunset, Waterfall and Rainforest.
• Double-wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension
• Ladder frame construction enables improved all-terrain performance and carrying capacity. Also, it is a comparatively simpler structure that is easier to change and replace if damaged.
• 22-inch aluminum wheels – the largest for Lexus cars.

All-New Lexus LX 2022 Interior

Notable interior features of Lexus LX include:

• 50/50-split third-row seats -The LX has 50/50-split third-row seats for the first time. You can adjust the seating the way it suits your comfort and can also fold the seats if you want more room. To fold or unfold the seats faster, you just have to simply push the button in the cargo compartment. Similarly, the car’s rear seats can also be reclined up to 48 degrees to provide comfort to the passengers.

• 5-passenger leather-trimmed seating for Lexus LX, 7-passenger leather-trimmed seating for LX PREMIUM, 7-passenger semi-aniline leather–trimmed seating for LX F SPORT HANDLING and LX LUXURY and 4-passenger diamond-stitch semi-aniline leather–trimmed seating with headrests for LX ULTRA LUXURY.
• F SPORT package – Unique steering wheel, aluminum pedals, front seats and meter.

Technical Features of Lexus LX

In this section, we will take a look at the technical features of Lexus LX.

WIRELESS ANDROID AUTO and WIRELESS APPLE CARPLAY  

With wireless access to Android Auto, you can display your device’s interface on the vehicle’s multimedia display. You can play music, send messages through WhatsApp and use the voice command feature. Moreover, if it senses heavy traffic, Android Auto can also help you save time on your commute by automatically identifying other routes.

Similarly, with wireless access to Apple CarPlay, you can display your iPhone’s interface on the car’s multimedia display. This access also enables you to get directions, send and receive messages, use the Siri feature or make calls. 

INTELLIGENT ASSISTANT

To reduce the cognitive workload whilst you are driving, Lexus LX’s Intelligent Assistant makes driving highly convenient. Simply saying “Hey Lexus” allows the driver to change the cabin temperature, change audio settings, and more.

FULL-COLOUR HEAD-UP DISPLAY

The head-up display feature shows information like speed, warning signals and indicators on the windshield which is exactly in the driver’s line of sight. Lexus LX has a full-colour Head-Up that can also connect Pedestrian and Front Cross-Traffic Alert to alert the driver if detects the risk of collision with another car.

LEXUS APP

The Lexus app allows you to manage your car even when you are not close to the car. With a few touches, you can start your car remotely and even arrange a service appointment. The Lexus app may be downloaded through the Apple App Store or the Google Play store.

REAR-SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

In the Lexus LX, there are two 11.4-inch LCD screens, 2 USB charging ports and one HDMI port. This means that, at the same time, you can watch two different videos.

Safety Features of Lexus LX 2022

In this section, we will take a look at the safety features of Lexus LX.

HILL-START ASSIST CONTROL

When you take your foot off the brake while the car is stationary on an incline, cars without HAC will roll back. HAC assists the driver to drive uphill with safety by maintaining the vehicle’s position by braking all four wheels until the vehicle begins to move ahead.

LEXUS SAFETY CONNECT

If you are in an accident or your car is stolen, GPS in cars can make it easier to detect the location assist in such situations. Furthermore, with Collision Assistance, you’ll receive a notice via the Lexus app to make you aware about your car’s accident or theft.

INTUITIVE PARKING ASSIST WITH REAR CROSS-TRAFFIC BRAKING

By utilising sensors built into the front and back bumpers, the Intuitive Parking Assist function assists the driver in tasks like parallel parking. If the system detects an impending collision with an oncoming vehicle while reversing, the Rear Cross-Traffic Braking feature instantly applies the brakes.

BLIND SPOT MONITOR WITH REAR CROSS-TRAFFIC ALERT

When changing lanes while driving, it is critical to check your car’s blind spots because some areas are not visible through the car mirrors even when you have adjusted car mirrors for maximum visibility. The Blind Spot Monitor detects and warns you of cars positioned in the lane you are trying to switch into.

All-New Lexus LX 2022 PRICE IN THE UAE

The starting price of the all-new 2022 Lexus LX is AED 495,000.

If you want to book a test drive, you can head to any of these Lexus showrooms in the UAE or check out this list of used Lexus vehicles for sale in the UAE. 

In addition, dubizzle also has a large collection of other used cars for sale in the UAE.

This concludes our guide about the all-new Lexus LX. For more information related to automobiles and the automotive industry, stay tuned to UAE’s leading auto blog.