The Hybrid Shift
Lexus continues to champion better performance while keeping lower emissions with a hybrid SUV for your next upgrade
Our lives have gone hybrid. Homes have transformed to be all-in-one spaces to accommodate work, play, and relaxation. Multitasking has become the norm as we want to make the most out of our days. Some of us even have the freedom to switch between our nine-to-fives and side hustles.
Our cars have gone hybrid, too. With gasoline engines being coupled with electric motors for fuel efficiency and lower emissions, vehicles have evolved to become more conscious modes of transportation. However, its environmental factor is one only of the benefits in having a hybrid in your garage. Lexus has always been a pioneer of engineering the perfect balance between excellent driving performance and environmental sensitivity in the hybrid car market. In fact, Lexus released the first-ever luxury SUV hybrid in the industry with the Lexus RX 400h in 2005.
The RX badge continues to lead the charge among hybrid SUVS, and the current RX 450h is the result of years of development and improvement. In considering your transition to hybrid, here’s a round-up of experiential luxuries that can become your daily norm.
A DOUBLE-BOOSTED DRIVE
By combining the instantaneous torque of an electric motor and the consistency of a combustion engine, hybrid vehicles can achieve a lot of performance gains. With a 3.5-liter direct-injection
V6 petrol engine, front and rear motors, and a total system output totalling to 308hp, the Lexus RX 450h is built to move. The SUV also carries a re-engineered Lexus Hybrid Drive System to deliver class-leading fuel economy, minimal emissions, and excellent on-road performance.
ROAD RELAXATION
Driving the future shouldn’t come with worries or stresses. Every RX 450h was crafted by Takumi master builders, and it shows in the stunning exterior and luxurious interior. Apple Carplay and Android Auto come standard, while the Hybrid System Indicator promptly displays real-time information about your vehicle’s output and regeneration. Various drive modes also allow you to control your fuel consumption by shutting off the engine when stationary, be emission-free by switching to electric on slow drives, and even switch on the Adaptive Variable Suspension for a smooth ride and peace of mind.
Fitted with the latest in hybrid technology, and built to take you to a more conscious future, the Lexus RX 450h is a smart SUV choice for your garage to give your hybrid life a new spark of excitement.
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