28 years after the first generation was introduced, the Lexus LX is making its way to Israel for the first time through the official import, and will join a high-quality and limited category that includes the Mercedes GLS, BMW X7 and Range Rover.
The new generation (and the fourth in number) of the LX, was developed on the basis of the new Toyota Land Cruiser J300 SUV, where the exterior design demonstrates the new design language of Lexus, with a front that includes a huge grill that requires digestion and a somewhat aggressive and loud appearance, the kind that is loved in the Gulf countries and the United States "B.
Israel, by the way, is the first country in Europe where the model will be launched, and according to Lexus, the huge dimensions of the grill are also intended to help cool the model's new drive systems.
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The LX600 is developed on a new ladder chassis (GA-F) and is equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine, producing 415 hp and a maximum torque of 66.2 kgm and paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and dual drive that includes a reduction box (electronically operated) and differential locks.
With the aforementioned power unit, the vehicle offers acceleration to 100 km/h in a fairly quick 6.9 seconds, but its off-road capabilities have been reduced compared to the outgoing generation, with a lower ground clearance (20.5 cm), a smaller approach angle (25 degrees) And huge wheel rims "20-22" to choose from that are more sensitive for real off-road driving.
The suspension system now consists of coil springs and adaptive shock absorbers, combined with a computerized hydraulic system that allows variable ground clearance as an option.
Befitting a flagship, the external dimensions are huge with 5.09 meters in length, 1.99 meters in width and 1.89 meters in height, which together with a wheelbase of 285 cm, provide 7 spacious seats and include a new electric folding mechanism for the second and third rows.
As an option, a VIP version will also be offered with four independent seats that include heating, ventilation and massage functions for luxury and supreme comfort.
The passenger cabin includes extensive use of leather and wood combined with high quality materials and assembly that characterize the brand, when from the basic finish level "KYUSHU" you will get leather seats, heating and ventilation of the front seats, "20" rims, Lexus Link multimedia system with "12.3" touch travel, screen " 7 to operate central functions in the car, electric trunk door, electric sunroof and more.
The safety specification includes the advanced safety package LSS 2.5, which includes most of the popular safety systems on the market.
The second finish level "Hadori
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also includes Nappa leather seats, a 10" high-end display, a luxury audio system with 25 speakers, adaptive suspensions that include the possibility of elevation and more, while the high finish level "Takumi VIP" offered in the 4-seat version only, includes a massage for the seats in a row Second, a VIP control screen between the seats in the second row, OTTOMAN seats and more.
The price of the Lexus LX600 will start from NIS 889,900 for the entry version, about NIS 949,900 for the middle version and up to NIS 1,049,900 for the top trim level.
According to the CEO of Lexus Israel, Dror Gurlnik: "We worked hard to launch the new LX in Israel because it is an icon in the world of luxury vehicles and because it represents in the most refined form the values of the Lexus brand, starting with the constant pursuit of perfection, the Japanese culture of hospitality, uncompromising luxury and performance the amazing
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