PREMIERE OF THE NEW LEXUS LX 600

• A true luxury flagship SUV combines Lexus refinement and craftsmanship together with reliability, durability, and off-road driving performance
• Drivability and ride comfort achieved based on the concept of “ease and quality on any road in the world”
• Proportions in line with Lexus next-generation design language, which harmonizes functionality and elegance
• New VIP grade which has four independent seats, demonstrating a more personal luxury experience
• Improved security with Lexus first fingerprint-authentication push-button start switch

1. Achievement of high-quality driving through renewed vehicle fundamentals
   • The new GA-F platform has been adopted in pursuit of on-road and off-road driving performance. The vehicle’s front/rear weight balance has been optimized by placing the engine further back.
   • The center of gravity has been lowered with a weight reduction of approximately 200 kg. This has been achieved by downsizing the engine displacement and employing a new and lighter Active Height Control (AHC) suspension. Aluminum is used in the roof, which helps to lower the vehicle’s center of gravity.
   • Two new power plants include a newly employed 3.5-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine and 3.3-liter V6 twin-turbo diesel engine, both of which achieve high-quality driving performance.
2. On-road driving performance in pursuit of the Lexus Driving Signature
   • The newly developed high-output and high-torque twin-turbo engines generate seamless and linear acceleration
   • The first-ever use of EPS and the application of structural adhesives in the body achieve a straightforward response for both steering and use of the accelerator pedal.
3. Refined off-road driving performance
   • The 2,850-mm wheelbase, which has been inherited since the first generation, and the ground clearance angles (approach angle, departure angle, and ramp break angle), which are equivalent to those of the previous model, provide acclaimed rough-road driving performance
   • In addition to the evolution of Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control, various technologies have been introduced to support off-road driving, such as a Multi-Terrain Monitor function and a dual display.
4. New grade lineup for meeting the diversifying needs of guests
   • The VIP grade, with four independent seats, is equipped with rear seats that can be reclined up to 48 degrees. These seats have a dedicated rear-seat console, providing the highest level of comfort on all road surfaces.
   • The F SPORT grade is for guests who desire a sporty driving experience on winding roads featuring a specially tuned EPS and Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), allowing the driver to experience the linear response of the vehicle.
5. Proportions in line with Lexus’ next-generation design language, which harmonizes functionality and elegance
   • The “unchanging golden ratio” creates an appearance that combines sophistication with a powerful and overwhelming presence befitting a flagship.
   • The new chrome spindle grille pursues the new, function-rooted design language of the next generation of Lexus. The is three-dimensional and frame-free grille accentuates a sense of unity with the body and expresses a sense of mass while fulfilling functions such as cooling and rectification efficiency.
   • The interior is based on the Tazuna Concept, which generates dialogue between driver and vehicle. The display and other switches are arranged to create a cockpit space that allows the driver to control the vehicle at will with minimal posture change, even on off-roads.
6. Enhanced convenience and advanced safety technologies are based on a human-centric approach
   • Lexus’ first fingerprint-authentication push-start switch reduces the risk of theft.
   • Adoption of the latest in multimedia systems provides even greater convenience.
   • Expanded functions of the Lexus Safety System +, which help contribute to safe and secure driving.

To meet the diversified lifestyles of our guests, we established the new LX’s driving concept to be: “Ease and quality on any road in the world”. We aimed to create a vehicle that, while possessing exceptional off-road performance, can be driven without hesitation on any road, whether in town, on the highway, or in a harsh environment, and that allows all occupants to travel in comfort. To raise its basic elements to a high level of quality, we focused on “real roads” and “aspiration”. We refined the LX’s traditional off-road performance through repeated “breaking and fixing” on harsh road, and our development team and drive-meister worked together to refine on-road performance through an uncompromising approach to building in the “Lexus Driving Signature”, which provides a unique Lexus driving sensation that delivers linear response faithful to the driver’s intentions. In doing so, we have achieved the highest level ever of compatibility between these two contradictory elements of vehicle performance. Also, to meet the diverse needs of our guests around the world, we are making available a four-seat VIP grade and an F SPORT grade, both of which are firsts for the LX. Each trim level, including the standard model, embodies the fruits of labor of the development team’s passion and attention to detail. We invite you to experience the new LX on real roads, built by the hands and aspirations of real people.

YOSHIAKI ITO, LEXUS INTERNATIONAL DRIVE-MEISTER

To make off-road driving more safe and secure, and to allow guests to experience the high quality and comfort that is characteristic of Lexus, we repeated numerous test runs on various off-roads to create the off-road driving performance of the new LX. To ensure that all occupants can travel comfortably, AHC and AVS have been finely tuned to provide an improved sense of contact with the ground on off-roads and a high-quality ride. Also, from the way the multi-terrain monitor is viewed to how Crawl Control is controlled, we have put much thought and care into making sure that our guests can enjoy their time with the LX even in off-road environments. We hope that everyone can enjoy the driving performance of the LX, which allows for the comfortable enjoyment of all kinds of roads around the world, both on-road and off-road.

RENEWING FUNDAMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS THROUGH THE NEW GA-F PLATFORM AND WEIGHT REDUCTION OF 200KG

• The new GA-F platform has been adopted for the first time and has renewed the traditional ladder frame. By utilizing the latest welding technology, the frame has been made more rigid (+20 percent compared to the previous model) and lighter, improving collision safety performance, quietness, and driving quality. For the body, the usage of high-tensile steel sheets has been expanded, and the hood, roof, and all door panels have been made of aluminum (with this being the first time for Lexus to use aluminum for a vehicle’s roof). Also, the powertrain has been shifted 70 mm toward the rear of the vehicle and 28 mm downward. All of this has resulted in a vehicle weight reduction of approximately 200 kg compared to the previous model, a lower center of gravity, and improved front/rear weight distribution. These innovations achieve driving that is more in line with the driver’s intentions. Also, the achieved weight reduction contributes to improved environmental performance.
• Body deformation behavior during steering was computer analyzed and such torsional deformation has been suppressed by increasing the spot weld points and optimizing the placement of structural adhesives around the door openings and floor. This ensures not only excellent off-road performance but also on-road steering response and responsiveness, rear grip, excellent ride comfort, and driving quality that is distinctive of Lexus.
• Excellent robustness has been built in to protect components such as the engine and fuel tank, as well as the occupants’ space. The cross-sectional characteristics of the side rails in the areas that are subject to stress when driving on off-roads have been optimized, and the frame’s nine cross-members have been optimally positioned to balance performance against inputs from the road surface, in terms of strength, rigidity, and collision safety. Furthermore, thick steel plates of up to five millimeters and thick high-tensile steel plates have been optimally positioned to minimize the impact of shocks on the vehicle body, thus reducing the impact on handling stability and ride comfort, even when driving on off-roads.
• Significant weight reduction while maintaining strength and rigidity has been achieved by using the world’s first^* curved tailored welded blank technology, in which thick and thin steel plates are joined by laser welding and then press-formed. This technology has been applied to some cross members and sections of the side rails that have been increased in height.

• To achieve both a high level of off-road driving performance and on-road handling stability, the front suspension features a high-mounted double wishbone. Suspension geometry and spring constant of the coil springs have also been optimized, resulting in both excellent vehicle stability and ride comfort. The suspension stroke, which is an important factor for off-road driving performance, has adjusted with 15 mm more rebound to achieve excellent road-following performance and off-road driving performance.
• The highly reliable trailing-link axle-type suspension has been inherited from the previous model for the rear. The suspension arms and shock absorber layout and characteristics have been refined to facilitate control of axle movement, resulting in both excellent vehicle stability and ride comfort. The rebound stroke in the rear has been increased by 20 mm compared to the previous model to ensure exceptional road-following performance.
• The rear shock absorber has been placed outside the lower control arm, and the shock absorber mounting angle has been adjusted to match the angle at which the axle moves. This makes it easier for the shock absorbers to follow the vertical movement of the wheels, increasing their damping effect and, thus, better absorbing shocks and vibrations from the road surface, providing excellent vehicle stability.

• The 3.5-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine (V35A-FTS) delivers maximum output of 305 kW (415 PS) and maximum torque of 650 Nm, while the use of D-4ST (direct-injection 4-stroke gasoline engine superior version with turbo) with multi-port direct-injection injectors, combined with the use of a longer stroke and high-speed-combustion and high-efficiency twin turbochargers, which were made possible by optimizing the valve pinching angle, produces powerful low-speed torque and excellent boost response.
• Lexus’ first 3.3-liter V6 twin-turbo diesel engine (F33A-FTV) features optimized structures for each engine part, such as the piston combustion chambers, intake ports, and injectors, to achieve maximum output of 227 kW (309 PS) and maximum torque of 700 Nm, while achieving excellent fuel economy. In terms of driving performance, the newly adopted two-way twin turbochargers with variable nozzles deliver supercharged performance for exhilarating acceleration in all situations. A highly responsive single turbo contributes to powerful acceleration at low speeds, while the large intake volume of the twin-turbochargers contributes to smooth acceleration at high speeds.
• The adoption of a 10-speed transmission has resulted in a wider range of overall gear ratios, producing a cadenced and comfortable driving rhythm. Transmission Lockup is activated in most speed ranges except when starting, for a more direct response. High-speed fuel efficiency has been improved together with starting acceleration and off-road performance. Furthermore, both the gasoline and diesel engines feature optimized driving force characteristics and gear shift timing. The gasoline engine provides a pleasant acceleration feeling that draws out the extended torque characteristics up to the high rpm range, while the diesel engine utilizes the torque characteristics that rise from the low rpm range to achieve powerful acceleration that better reflects the driver’s intentions.The oil level sensor alerts the driver through a warning light when the oil level drops due to excessive tilting of the vehicle body. This helps monitor oil supply performance up to 45 degrees of up and down inclinations and right and left body tilts. Also, bearings and oil seals have high waterproof and dustproof qualities in anticipation of SUV-unique usage in river crossings and dusty environments.

• The Active Height Control (AHC) suspension, which allows the ride height to be adjusted according to the driving environment, now comes with an expanded range of ride height positions. The spring rate switching device, which was previously only used for the front wheels, is now used for the rear wheels as well, reducing the time needed to adjust ride height. There are three settings for vehicle height while the vehicle is in motion—Normal, Hi1, and Hi2—and a Low setting for vehicle ingress and egress. The system automatically and optimally adjusts vehicle height depending on the activation of Drive Mode Select or Multi-Terrain Select and the selection status of the transfer case. Ride height status can now be displayed not only on the gauge panel but also on the 7-inch touch display. Additionally, AHC not only adjusts the vehicle height but also responds to changes in vehicle posture, such as the amount of pitch and roll, and it stabilizes vehicle posture during turning, acceleration, and deceleration by optimizing the spring rate as needed.
• The suspension automatically adjusts between Hi1 or Hi2, in line with the road environment in coordination with the transfer case being in the L4 range or with the mode selected during the use of Multi-Terrain Select. When Hi1 or Hi2 is selected, the system automatically adjusts the vehicle height to the optimum level according to the vehicle’s speed to avoid interference with the road surface and to improve handling stability.
• The ride height status is displayed on the center console display and gauges to facilitate confirmation. The springs are softened to provide a comfortable ride when overcoming bumps during urban driving and are stiffened to ensure a flat and stable ride when going around curves. Also, vehicle height automatically adjusts for vehicle ingress and egress and when the vehicle is in motion.

• Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) has adopted a linear solenoid valve system resulting in excellent damping force switching response. This provides intricate and smooth control according to the road surface and driving conditions. The damping force can be adjusted to accommodate bumps during in-town driving and going around curves. Also, the damping force can be changed in line with the drive mode, contributing to driving that is in line with the driver’s preference.

• The new Electric Power Steering (EPS) uses a motor and reduction gear instead of conventional hydraulics. It provides a light steering sensation at low speeds, such as when driving off-road, and the feedback of full steering range at high speeds. The system provides a sense of security, as the vehicle responds faithfully and linearly to steering operations. The steering feels lighter at low speeds for easier operation in parking lots and at intersections. At high speeds, a moderate steering force provides a driving experience that is faithful to the driver’s intentions and a responsive steering sensation that is distinctive of Lexus.

• The electronically controlled brake system (ECB) provides a more linear brake feel through optimal braking force through the hydraulic brakes from the force detected from the brake pedal sensor.

• 22-inch tires, the largest in the Lexus lineup, have been adopted for the first time to improve on-road performance. The weight of all tires, including the available 18-inch and 20-inch tires, have been reduced with optimized rolling resistance, contributing to improved fuel efficiency. Optimum tread patterns ensure handling stability, ride comfort, and quietness. Handling stability and braking performance has been improved in various driving environments such as on dry and wet road surfaces.

• A Torsen^® LSD is employed to help ensure traction of the rear tires. When accelerating during a turn, it optimally distributes the driving force of rear left and right wheels to achieve a high level of control. In straight-line driving, it responds well to changes in road conditions, contributing to stability.* “Torsen^®” is a registered trademark of JTEKT Corporation.

• The new LX inherits the golden ratio of a 2,850 mm wheelbase, which has been inherited across generations and provides both high-level performance on rough terrain and a spacious interior.
• The ground obstacle angle (approach angle, departure angle, ramp break angle), maximum stable inclination angle of 44 degrees, climbing ability of 45 degrees, and maximum river crossing performance of 700 mm are maintained at the same level as the previous model.

• The new Multi-Terrain Select allows the driver to select from six modes—Auto, Dirt, Sand, Mud, Deep Snow, and Rock—to support off-road driving according to road conditions. In addition to conventional brake hydraulics, the drive power and suspension are integrated and optimally controlled to the selected mode. This helps achieve the best driving performance suited to the immediate road conditions.The operating range of Multi-Terrain Select, which was previously limited to the low range (L4), has been extended to the high range (H4). From extremely low-speed driving on rocky roads to high-speed driving on unpaved roads, the function has evolved to provide easy and high-quality driving on any road in the world. The newly adopted Auto mode, uses information from various sensors to estimate the road conditions to optimize brake hydraulic pressure, driving force, and suspension control while in motion. This enables the driver to obtain the best driving performance for each situation without having to switch modes

• Drive power and brake hydraulic pressure are automatically controlled according to the five speed settings selected by the driver. Crawl Control enables the driver to drive at extremely low speeds without accelerating or braking, just by operating the steering wheel, on highly uneven off-road surfaces or slippery road surfaces. This will help in freeing the vehicle from being stuck through inhibiting wheel spin and wheel lock, reducing the load on the drivetrain.
• When the driver operates the gas pedal while Crawl Control is activated, seamless drive force and brake hydraulic control are achieved without interfering with acceleration by the driver. Depending on the road conditions, the driver can also operate the accelerator pedal when acceleration is desired, contributing to stress-free off-road driving.

• The Downhill Assist Control automatically controls the hydraulic pressure of the brakes on all four wheels to support stable descent without locking the wheels when descending a steep slope for which engine braking alone is not sufficient. The driver can concentrate on steering operations without worrying about braking and accelerating, since vehicle speed is maintained through the operation of a switch.

• The upper 12.3-inch touch display shows navigation and audio controls, which serves as the Multi-Terrain Monitor during off-road driving. The lower 7-inch touch display shows the heater control screen and serves as a driving-support screen for Multi-Terrain Select. While simultaneously displaying the camera image on the upper screen and real-time vehicle status on the lower screen, it enables the driver to grasp the situation during off-road driving without having to switch the screen display.
• The Multi-Terrain Monitor utilizes four cameras to help the driver check the situation around the vehicle that can be changed via a camera switch. The images are shown on the 12.3-inch display, allowing the driver to check the road conditions in the blind spots around the vehicle.
• The world’s first^*2 Back Underfloor View superimposes vehicle and wheel over previously recorded images, so the driver can review underfloor conditions and front-wheel position. The similar method is used while in reverse, where an image showing the area around the rear wheels is magnified. This enables the driver to ascertain conditions around the rear wheels and estimate distances to obstacles — invaluable when trying to free the vehicle from unforgiving situations.

• The steering wheel and pedal angles, footrest position and angle have improved. This enables a driving position that allows a natural hand placement on the steering wheel and feet on the pedals. To assist the driver’s posture, hip-point height, seat shape and seat hold characteristics have all been improved.
• The distance between the accelerator and brake pedal has been increased compared to the previous model to support precise pedal operation. The accelerator pedal incorporates increased rigidity of the arm and other parts and a shorter stroke to achieve both response and operation.

• Electronic differential lock for both the front and rear wheels contributes to improved performance in a variety of off-road environments.

• A new four-seat VIP grade has been added to the lineup, focusing on increased rear-seat space and comfort. The goal was to create a space in which guests can relax even when traveling long distances across cities or over off-roads.
• The front passenger seat has been moved forward and can be slid upward and downwards to ensure a wide field of view. The seat reclining angle can be controlled up to 48 degrees. Additionally, the rear seat display behind the front passenger seat can be folded down to ensure forward visibility. This creates a sense of openness and a relaxing space with a maximum leg room of 1,100 mm^*1. This seating posture can be achieved in a single action using the relax mode button on the rear control panel. Also, a footrest behind the front passenger seat can be deployed to provide a more strain-free posture from head to toe.
• The rear seats, exclusive to the VIP grade, feature concave headrests, seatbacks, and cushions that gently wrap around the head, hips, and lower body. This ensures a high level of hold against lateral g-forces and road surface inputs when driving around curves. Also, the seat cushion and seatback are shaped to maintain a secure posture, while the use of soft urethane with superior vibration absorption performance effectively suppresses unpleasant vibrations during off-road driving.
• An effort was made to create a comfortable private space for relaxing in the same environment regardless of the situation. Comfort features such as sunshades^*2 on the side windows and quarter windows, special reading lights, and a rear seat display come as standard. The VIP grade’s exclusive ceiling air conditioner vents diffuse a breeze from above in a shower-like air conditioning function to comfortably envelop rear-seat passengers. Furthermore, air conditioning vents have been added to the sides of the base of the rear-seat exclusive center console to blow out a warm air curtain when needed to further enhance overall comfort.
• The rear control panel, which centrally manages the various functions and equipment of the rear seat, and its surrounding areas have been carefully designed with usability as the top priority, down to the smallest detail in terms of placement and shape. The rear control panel is set at an angle, and in combination with a palm rest, is easy to access and operate in any position. The space for wireless charging of smartphones has been lowered to prevent unintended operation and to ensure visibility while seated in a reclined position. Cup holders are equipped with a lid, and, with the lid closed, the resulting surface, which is coated with a scratch-resistant self-healing paint, can be used as a note table. The large console box provides ample storage space, and the DC power supply, USB, and headphone jacks located within, provide functionality for a variety of uses.

• The exterior features exclusive 22-inch forged wheels and an iconic mesh design spindle grille used on F SPORT and F models. The jet-black chrome grille frame expresses the intrepidness of the F SPORT. White Nova Glass Flake is also available as an exclusive color for the F SPORT.
• For the interior, the steering wheel and shift knob, feature dimpled genuine leather for a sporty look and improved grip. The exclusive F SPORT emblem is applied throughout the interior to reinforce the image of driving performance. A specially designed seat further enhances seat hold against lateral g-forces. Also, the emotional Flare Red interior color is newly available to promote the uplifting feeling of spirited driving.
• In terms of driving performance, the F SPORT features front and rear performance shock absorbers, a Torsen^® LSD, and a rear stabilizer standard equipment. Furthermore, special tuning of the EPS and AVS has resulted in the excellent response and handling stability that only the F SPORT can provide.

• The front pillars have been pulled towards the rear to create a cab-backward design. A stout torso and 22-inch tires, which are the largest in the Lexus lineup, are used to create a dynamic and smart expression. Also, while having a newly developed platform, the new LX inherits the golden ratio of the 2,850 mm wheelbase and ground obstacle angles cultivated from the driving performance of previous models.

• As an expression of the new spindle grille suitable for the LX, a three-dimensional shape was created with seven sets of floating bars to create a seamless and frame-free structure. Fine-tuning the thickness of each bar to the millimeter has achieved both a stylish look and the high-level cooling performance needed for a twin-turbo engine. The side radiator grilles also have large openings to ensure cooling performance and a shape that provides a high-level rectifying effect, achieving styling for the LX that is rooted in function.
• For the headlamps, the L-shaped clearance lamps (with daytime running lamp function) have evolved into a three-dimensional shape, and their inner lenses have been doubled, with each having a different level to give a sense of depth and change depending on the viewing angle.

• The sides express a strong sense of unity and mass, with a thick, horizontal torso that starts at the front and runs through to the rear, quarter pillars that narrow from the roof to the back window, and a flow from the underside of the vehicle that runs up from the lower edge of the rocker panels to behind the rear tires.
• Following the NX, the new “LEXUS” logo symbolizes the next generation of Lexus. The rear combination lamps, tail lamps combine an L-shape and a continuous axial flow from the front to the shoulders and then to the rear silhouette. The styling emphasizes the new LX’s lively and sharp design and expresses Lexus consistency.

• New 22-inch forged alloy wheels employ the high contrast of black and machined brilliance to emphasize that they are the largest ever offered by Lexus. For the VIP grade, a deep three-dimensional effect is expressed by high-gloss paint, giving the tires and wheels a presence appropriate to the vehicle’s size.

• The Tazuna Concept cockpit allows the driver to connect more intuitively with the vehicle to better concentrate on driving.
• The longitudinal layout of information displays, from the head-up display positioned toward the road ahead to the gauges, and the use of a 12.3-inch touch display as the navigation screen allow for smooth eye movement while driving.
• Switches for driving systems, such as Multi-Terrain Select, are placed in an easy-to-reach position in the center cluster, while climate control and other functions are located under the 7-inch touch display. In addition, the dials, toggle switches, and push switches are varied in their operation methods and shapes to ensure intuitive operability. These features reduce the possibility of the driver pressing the wrong buttons, especially during off-road driving.
• A driving information display system that leads from the road ahead to the head-up display and gauges. The top edge of the 12.3-inch touch display has been positioned horizontally to allow the driver to maintain a sense of balance even when driving on off-roads.

• To provide a comfortable space that allows the driver to concentrate on driving, the driving space has been given a “moderate sense of envelopment”. Specifically, the instrument panel has been given a two-level structure to make it appear thinner, and, in the upper level, the air conditioner vents are overhung to the left and right to create a stronger horizontal tone and a sense of spaciousness. In the lower level, the lower part of the instrument panel is connected to the left and right door assist grips to provide a sense of security that envelops the occupants.
• In the front seat space, assist grips are carefully designed in terms of thickness and angle to provide both ease of posture maintenance during off-road driving and aesthetic beauty that embraces the occupants. Also, soft padding has been placed on the shoulder and lumbar areas of the front door trim to emphasize protection and provide comfort and security for passengers.
• For the front seats, a material with high stability and pressure dispersion is used for the cushion pads to provide excellent hold and ride comfort. Optimized hardness distribution suppresses lateral swaying of the hips and reduces upper body tilt to ensure good holding performance in low g-force situations. In the F SPORT, the side supports of the seat and the firmness of the seat cushion have been tuned to contribute to maintaining a stable driving posture during turns.
• For the rear seats, while maintaining ease of ingress and egress, the height and cushioning of the side supports have been optimized to improve hold. Soft pads have been placed on the shoulders of the door trim to express a sense of quality and security. The rear door windows are equipped with sunshades, while a black ceramic treatment has been applied between the sunshades and the trim to enhance light shielding and to bring a peaceful space to the rear seats. In addition, the center armrest, which can be used by folding down the center backrest of the rear seat, has been optimized in terms of height from the seat surface, and the cup holders at its edge are easy to use. For ease of vehicle ingress and egress, the center pillar garnish has been made thinner, and the corners of the rear seat cushion have been rounded to make it easier to get one’s feet in and out of the cabin. Also, the size and position of the side steps have been designed so that they do not interfere with the vehicle’s ability to drive over off-roads while ensuring excellent ease of ingress and egress.
• The third-row seats of the new LX’s seven-seat version can be electrically reclined to adjust the cargo space according to the guest’s needs. For seat arrangement, Lexus’ first Multi-Seat Auto Arrange comes with an auto-arrange switch in the cargo area. Operating the switch moves all the seats, including the front seats, to create a vast cargo space. A “walk-in” function that activates by pressing a switch on the shoulder of the second-row seats electrically folds and raises the second-row seats to make it easier to get in and out of the third-row seats.

• Fingerprint authentication, a Lexus first, is standard on all models. A fingerprint sensor is installed in the center of the push-start switch. When the driver has the smart key and touches the fingerprint sensor on the push-start switch while pressing the brake pedal, the fingerprint information is checked against the fingerprint information registered in the vehicle. The engine will not start unless the fingerprint information matches.

• Displaying content on the driver’s side of the screen keeps posture changes and eye movement to a minimum. The system is designed to be intuitive and to provide easy-to-see information so that it can be operated as easily as a familiar smartphone or tablet.
• The system includes a hybrid navigation system that combines a conventional in-vehicle navigation system with a connected navigation system that utilizes cloud-based map information.
• An anti-reflection coating on the display’s front glass panel and the use of bonding technology^*1 enable low reflection and a clear screen display.
• A variety of menu selection switches are always displayed as icons on the driver’s side for superior accessibility. The layout of the entire screen is divided into display areas according to the granularity of the information, while the operation flow for navigation, music, and vehicle settings is unified for ease of use. For instance, a function that allows front passengers to easily call up frequently used controls has been installed.
• The color and font of the navigation screen can be selected from five different themes according to the user’s preference.
• The latest voice-recognition is enabled by voice or pressing the microphone icon on the display, the steering wheel button. By saying a pre-defined phrase (e.g., “Hey Lexus!”), the system can voice activate functions such as stop playing music. In addition, the system supports natural speech operation as if you were talking to the car.
• Apple CarPlay^*2 and Android Auto^*3 can be configured to use the exclusive functions of iPhone^*2 and Android^*3 devices on the in-vehicle display.
• The Lexus Premium Sound System consists of 10 speakers, including a large-capacity subwoofer box, utilizing the bass reflex structure of the rear speakers and the body framework (lower back) to achieve rich and crisp low-frequency reproduction. Meanwhile, the Mark Levinson^*4 Premium Surround Sound System is based on the Mark Levinson^*4 PurePlay concept. Twenty-five speakers, the highest number ever in a Lexus including a large-capacity subwoofer box that utilizes the body frame, are optimally placed to create a distortion-free stage sensation that extends from front to back and left to right. The aim is to achieve a sense of stage and pure, distortion-free sound. Both sound systems also support the playback of high-resolution sound sources (96kHz/24bit), which contain more information than CD sound sources (44.1kHz/16bit).
• Available in the new LX is a new rear entertainment system with an intuitive touch panel that uses the same glass bonding technology as the front displays. The VIP grade includes a horizontal tilt mechanism for the screen. The system can be operated from the front display or the rear seat center console panel, contributing to forward visibility for rear-seat passengers.

• The performance of the single-lens camera and millimeter-wave radar has been improved to expand the response range of the Pre-Collision System, which is designed to help detect daytime bicyclists and pedestrians in low-light conditions. It also helps detect oncoming vehicles before turning into an intersection and pedestrians in crosswalks.
• AI technology has been applied to enhance the lane-recognition functions of Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), resulting in smoother and less disruptive steering assist.
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, has been enhanced with the addition of a curve speed control function that decelerates the vehicle in advance according to the size of an approaching curve.
• BladeScan^TM*5 AHS (Adaptive High Beam) System uses LEDs and high-speed mirrors to project light through a lens to illuminate the road. Synchronized movement between the blade mirrors and LED lights provide a seamless illumination. Compared to conventional AHS, it extends the range of high beams, enabling the driver to recognize pedestrians and road signs without impeding the visibility of oncoming traffic.