Lexus has unveiled its stunning new, production-ready flagship, the Lexus LC 500 coupe. Set for a global launch in 2017, including Australia, the luxury four-seater is being hailed by Lexus as the strongest ever statement of its brand direction. Although exact timing of arrival is yet to be confirmed, Lexus …
Read More »Lexus to debut LC coupe production model at Detroit next week?
Lexus has confirmed a new model will make its debut at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) next week. The announcement was made on Lexus USA website accompanied by an image showing nothing but a burnout rubber background. The nature of the image suggests a performance model could be in …
Read More »2016 Lexus RX Review
Lexus essentially pioneered the luxury SUV segment with the launch of the original RX in 1998. It was such a hit, especially in North America, that it inspired similar competitors from rival marques. Today, the crossover is Lexus’ best-selling model in the brand’s 26-year history. With global sales of more …
Read More »Lexus NX driving on ice… Literally [video]
In a world first, Lexus has crafted a functional set of Ice wheels and tyres to celebrate the winter holidays. The ice wheels were created by a team of specialists and took 3 months to research, design and test. Hamilton Ice Sculptors were tasked with creating the wheels due to their …
Read More »Lexus Oz introduces significantly updated 2015 LX 570 flagship
Along the new Lexus RC 200t and updated GS sedan, Lexus has also introduced its significantly updated LX four-wheel drive flagship SUV. The new LX 570 starts from $140,500 plus on-road costs and brings a raft of new styling, mechanical and equipment upgrades. New to the model is a completely …
Read More »Lexus RC 200t and updated GS pricing and specifications
Lexus Australia has rolled out its in-house developed and built 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine on new RC coupe and updated GS sedan. The RC 200t model will now be the entry-level model to the RC range and priced from $64,000 plus on-road costs. It will be available in three grades …
Read More »All-New 2015 Lexus RX pricing and specification announced
Lexus’ all-new fourth generation RX crossover has arrived in Australia, bringing a dramatic new shift in design compared to previous models and the nameplate’s first ever turbocharged petrol engine. The local line-up is the most comprehensive of any Lexus market in the world, with the range featuring the RX 200t, …
Read More »Lexus F Performance Racing to race RC F GT3 in 2016
Lexus today announced its motorsports partnership with racing driver Paul Gentilozzi and newly formed F Performance Racing to field the RC F GT3 in a soon to be announced sports car series. This new racing venture is part of the Lexus’ global motorsports effort that will see the Japanese luxury …
Read More »Lexus LF-FC concept previews next-gen LS flagship
Lexus has pulled the wraps off its visionary LF-FC concept at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show today, offering a peek into the design and technology of the Japanese luxury marque’s next generation LS flagship sedan. Heavily styled with Lexus’ “L-finesse” design philosophy, the LF-FC concept features an evolved version of …
Read More »Lexus reveals functional Cardboard Origami Car
When you think of Origami you tend to think of the Swan, Crane or flower. However, we bet a Lexus IS doesn’t come to mind. And that’s just what the people over at Lexus have built, an functional IS sports sedan comprised of over 1700 pieces of recyclable corrugated cardboard. …
Read More »Lexus teases new concept ahead of Tokyo debut
Lexus has announced it will present a “daring” new concept car at the 44th Tokyo Motor Show next week. Accompanying the announcement is a top view of the concept’s striking L-shaped headlight clusters and daytime running lights. The brand’s trademark spindle grille is also visible from the shadowed image. While Lexus …
Read More »Lexus releases details on the 348kW 2016 GS F
Lexus has just released details on their latest addition to the ‘F’ performance series, the GS F Sedan. The new sports sedan boasts a high revving 5.0-litre v8 engine producing 348kW and 527Nm of torque. The redline on the GS sits at 7,300-rpm which is sure to provide an exhilarating …
Read More »Turbo-powered Lexus IS 200t arrives Down Under
Lexus Australia has launched the turbo-powered IS 200t, which replaces the IS 250 in the range priced from $57,500 plus on-roads. Following its unveiling in the NX 200t compact SUV, Lexus has turned its 2.0-litre four cylinder turbocharged petrol engine 90 degrees for its debut in IS’s north-south, rear-wheel drive …
Read More »All-new 2016 Lexus RX set for Australian launch in November
Lexus has confirmed the all-new, fourth-generation Lexus RX is set for an Australian launch in November. The new 2016 RX features a bold new exterior styling and a revamped interior, with all models getting a new spindle grille with chrome-plated border, triple L-shaped LED headlights (F Sport and Sports Luxury) …
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