Lexus has officially launched in India with three models to begin with. These include the ES300h hybrid sedan, RX450h SUV and the range topping LX450d SUV. Lexus also showcased the flagship LS at the launch. This is expected to come to India at a later date.
The ES300h is based on the Camry sedan. It is entry level model for the brand in India. The car shares underpinnings with with Camry hybrid and comeswith a 2.5 litre petrol engine with an electric motor and a CVT gearbox. Sources say that this could Lexus’ first model to be assembled locally. Being a locally assembled hybrid, it could come with a lesser price thanks to the FAME scheme. The ES300h is prices at Rs. 55.27 lakh.
The RX450h comes with a 3.5 litre V6 petrol engine combined with Toyota’s hybid system. The motor will put out a combined output of 308 horsepower and will come mated to a CVT gearbox. The RX450h is offered in two trims in India. The RX Luxury is priced at Rs. 1.07 crore and the RX F-Sport comes at Rs. 1.10 crore.
The LX Series is the flagship SUV for Lexus and is based on the Toyota Land Cruiser. The LX gets two engine options globally. THE LX570 gets a 5.7 litre V8 petrol engine that develops 383 horses and 546 Nm torque and the LX450d features a 4.5 litre V8 diesel developing 269 horsepower and 650 Nm torque. Lexus has not yet announced the pricing for the the LX450d it is expected to be around Rs. 2.3 crore (source AutocarIndia)
All Lexus cars will be sold as full imported CBUs.
