Lexus LBX

Overview

Lexus LBX

manufacturer	Toyota
model code	AY10‡R1R‡
production	December 2023 – present‡R2R‡
model years	2024–present
assembly	Japan: Kanegasaki, Iwate (TMEJ)
class	Subcompact luxury crossover SUV (B)
body style	5-door SUV
layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (E-four/Morizo RR)
platform	TNGA: GA-B‡R3R‡
related	Toyota Yaris Cross (XP210) Toyota Yaris / GR Yaris (XP210) Toyota Aqua (XP210)
engine	Petrol hybrid: 1490 cc M15A-FXE I3 Petrol: 1618 cc G16E-GTS turbo I3 (Morizo RR)
motor	69 kW 1VM AC synchronous (front, hybrid models) 5 kW 1MM AC synchronous (rear, hybrid models)
powerout	67 kW (M15A-FXE, petrol engine only); 100 kW (M15A-FXE, combined system output) 206 – (G16E-GTS)
transmission	eCVT (hybrid models) 6-speed EA67F manual (Morizo RR) 8-speed "GR-DAT" automatic (Morizo RR)
drivetrain	Power-split
battery	5-Ah nickel–metal hydride (hybrid models)
wheelbase	2580 mm
length	4190 mm
width	1825 –
height	1535 –‡R4R‡‡R5R‡
weight	1280 –
sp	uk

The Lexus LBX (レクサス・LBX) is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV (B-segment) marketed by Lexus, a luxury division of Toyota. Primarily developed for Europe and Japan,[6] it was introduced in June 2023 in Milan, Italy, as the smallest crossover model in Lexus' lineup, slotting below the C-segment UX. It is also the first Lexus model based on the Toyota TNGA-B platform, which is shared with the XP210 series Toyota Yaris Cross and the XP210 series Toyota Yaris.[3][7] It entered production by the end of 2023 and went on sale in Europe along with additional markets in early 2024.[8][9]

Specifications

Body

The LBX is the first Lexus vehicle to use the front-wheel drive, B-segment based GA-B platform. Unlike other Lexus models, the LBX does not include Lexus’ iconic spindle grille, instead the grille is a singular trapezoid shape, similar to the style of the fifth-generation RX. The LBX follows Lexus’ "Resolute Look",[13] which was introduced onto the Lexus LF-S in 2003 and has been featured as a design cue used on Lexus vehicles from the early 2000s. Following the design principle of the "Next Chapter Design", the front-pillars have been pulled back to make the cabin seem small.

The daytime running lamps and turn signals are integrated into bifunctional units. The L-shape face outward rather than inward to harmonise with the direction of the indicators.[14]

Available wheels consist of either 17- or 18-inch. Available trims include Emotion, Cool, Elegant, and Relax. In Japan, the Cool is fitted with 20-inch wheels, while the Relax gets 18-inch wheels, and the Elegant has 17-inch wheels.[15]

Interior

The primary goal Lexus designers were going for was a simple and refined interior. A multitude of upholsteries and trims are available, as well as semi-aniline leather, a vegan-friendly interior that uses synthetic leather and vegan materials for the seat covers, steering wheel, shift lever and door trims. Ambient lighting adds to the “Omotenashi” effect, which means hospitality in English. This effect is meant to evoke being welcome and feeling at home in the car. The lighting provides features 50 colour options, with themes made for different moods.[14]

The interior features the 'tazuna' concept that was previewed by the LF-30 Electrified concept car. The word tazuna is derived from the “reins” used to control horses.[16] The Tazuna concept is updated with 12.3-inch digital instrument display. A head-up display is optional, and different drive modes are available. The LBX features upholstered side pads and features two cupholders, multiple storage areas, and USB ports for smartphone charging. The compartment offers 332 L for front-wheel drive models with seats in place.[17]

Lexus LBX

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