SWITCHING THINGS UP
The Lexus ES and RX now come in limited and special editions
THE LEXUS ES AND LEXUS RX have been a crowd favourite from the Japanese carmaker, and rightly so, as the amazing rides cater to almost any need and type of driver.
For those who prioritise luxury with performance and comfort beautifully packaged, and not to mention prefers sedans, would opt for the Lexus ES.
Then those who want more utility, without sacrificing comfort and performance, and prefer a slightly higher ride, the Lexus RX would be their vehicle of choice.
And what makes the Lexus ES 250
Limited Edition remarkable is seen in terms of interior design. On the other hand, with the Lexus RX 300 Luxury Special Edition, it’s the exteriors which is focused upon.
The two limited and special edition vehicles, which saw great reception among car enthusiasts, shares an arsenal of safety features with the Lexus Safety System +. Further, owners of all new Lexus vehicles from authorised Lexus Malaysia outlets will have a five-year unlimited mileage warranty.
We take a closer look at both models to know more:
LEXUS ES 250 LIMITED EDITION
The prime executive’s chariot, the Lexus ES is known for its sleek silhouette and coupelike raking rear quarter.
The inside of the ES 250 Limited Edition features an impeccable inlay of bamboo wood trim in the doors, dashboard, centre console and steering wheel. While offering a unique texture and a fine finish to the vehicle’s luxurious interior, the bamboo trim perfectly illustrates the role of a Takumi Craftsman who painstakingly sculpts and finishes each piece by hand.
Also being an eco-conscious brand, the bamboo that’s used was hand-picked from sustainable forests in Kochi in southern Japan, which lends the luxurious and beautiful accent to the Lexus ES 250
Limited Edition while being environmentally responsible.
The Lexus ES 250 Limited Edition is priced at RM327,510.50, before insurance, and comes in Sonic Quartz, Sonic Titanium, Graphite Black Glass Flake or Deep Blue Mica exterior colour options, its interiors would be paired with either topaz or black.
LEXUS RX 300 LUXURY SPECIAL EDITION
Regarded as one of the most refined and sophisticated all-purpose vehicles on the market, the Lexus RX boasts an impressive level of sophistication and craftsmanship.
What’s new for the Lexus RX 300 Luxury Special Edition is that it joins the line-up alongside the Premium, Luxury and F-SPORT variants. This is distinguished by its exclusive aerodynamic body kit, as the new Lexus RX 300 Luxury Special Edition captivates with a sportier outlook through its new front bumper spoiler, side skirts and rear bumper diffuser.
In terms of safety, the Lexus RX’s adaptive high-beam system further comes with the world’s first BladeScan™ to vary the throw of the light away from other road users while creating good illumination elsewhere.
The Lexus RX 300 Luxury Special Edition comes in four main colours namely Sonic Quartz, Sonic Titanium, Graphite Black Glass Flake and Red Mica Crystal Shine. And is priced at RM421,909.50 on the road without insurance.