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Old Oct 24, 2008 | 06:29 PM
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2010 Lexus RX Coming to the L.A. Auto Show






Earlier this year, we showed it to you in spy photos--now Toyota execs confirm the 2010 Lexus RX will get its world debut at the 2008 Los Angeles auto show in November.

The new Lexus RX won't vary too widely in styling from the current vehicle, if our spy shots on file hold up. The updated version takes on more of Lexus' "L-finesse" styling concepts; the most striking revision seems to be in the rear pillar and taillamps.

We do expect the refinement and the overall driving satisfaction of the 2008 Lexus RX 350 crossover to carry over. And of course, the new RX will come with a hybrid option. Other tech details, including engine displacement and transmissions, won't be released for a few weeks. We do expect the new RX to be about five inches longer, for better back-seat leg room.

Stay tuned as we cover the Los Angeles Auto Show, which opens to the media on November 19th.
http://blogs.thecarconnection.com/bl...-la-auto-show/
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We do expect the new RX to be about five inches longer, for better back-seat leg room.
Wow, this is surprising to me. I always thought even our '99 RX300 had great rear leg room and it was cool how the rear seats could slide forward/back.

Anyway, looking forward to this launch, as I think that besides the LS, the RX is Lexus' best vehicle and like the LS it really changed the automobile market.
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Old Oct 24, 2008 | 08:38 PM
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I'll definitely be at the L.A. autoshow on Friday, November 21st to check it out and of course the IS 350C...
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I'll definitely be at the L.A. autoshow on Friday, November 21st to check it out and of course the IS 350C...
I'm going to set up a meet for that day next week in the SoCal Forum.

We all want to check out the RX, Scion iQ, IS350C, G37 hardtop convertible, Toyota Prius; not to mention another 15 WORLD PREMIERS!!!

Keep an eye out for it.
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Wow, this is surprising to me. I always thought even our '99 RX300 had great rear leg room and it was cool how the rear seats could slide forward/back.
Considering the fact the RDX (compared to the RX) has over an inch of more rear leg room and is within less than an inch in all other interior measurements, I think the RX can afford to and should get an increase in size to compete more with the MDX, X5 and ML in size, even if it still won't offer a 3rd row.
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I'm expecting more evolutionary than revolutionary for the next RX, particularly in styling.

http://www.lexus.com/autoshow

This link no longer works. The last time it was used for a premiere, in early 2008, was for the debut of the LX 570. Will they webcast the next RX debut?
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Nice to see that we won't have to wait for Detroit or another autoshow to see the new RX.
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Looking forward to it. If Lexus creates another timeless design for the RX, they'll have another decade of profits.
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Originally Posted by DrUnBiased
Considering the fact the RDX (compared to the RX) has over an inch of more rear leg room and is within less than an inch in all other interior measurements, I think the RX can afford to and should get an increase in size to compete more with the MDX, X5 and ML in size, even if it still won't offer a 3rd row.
Plus making the RX bigger will 'make room' for a new baby ute that Lexus is likely to come out with.
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this was on thepassionatepursuit.com earlier this week. i thought it was interesting.

New Standard Equipment
18-inch Alloy Wheels
P235/50R18 M+S Tires
XM Satellite Radio (Factory Activated)
Smart Entry System
Push Button Start
Bluetooth Capability
Rear Seat Side Airbags
Double Wishbone Rear Suspension
Retractable Outside Rearview Mirrors
Integrated Turn Signal Lamps
Puddle Lamps
Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners
Hill Ascent Control (HAC)
Temporary Spare Tire
6-Speed Automatic Transmission
Sequential Shift Mode
Active Torque Control 4WD System
Electric Power Steering
Multi-Information Display
Front Passenger Knee Airbag
Premium Fabric Seat Surfaces
Sliding Rear Seat
Remote Release for Folding Rear Seatbacks
Active Front Headrests with Whiplash Protection
Roof Mounted Satellite Fin Antenna

Deleted Standard Equipment
Driver Foldable Armrest
Front Passenger Foldable Armrest
Full-Size Spare Tire
Roof Rail Crossbars
Full-Time 4WD System
2-Position Driver Seat Memory System
Auto-dimming Side View Mirrors
Leather Seat Surfaces


Continuing in on the breakdown of the 2010 Lexus RX 350, here's a list of newly available optional equipment:

Bi-Xenon HID Headlamps
Automatic High Beam Feature
Auto-dimming Rearview Mirror with Integrated Backup Camera
Wallet-Size Card Key
12-Speaker Premium Audio System
USB Audio Input
15-Speaker Mark Levinson Audio System
Voice-activated HDD Navigation System
XM Real-Time Traffic Capability
19-inch Alloy Wheels
P235/55R19 Tires
Head-Up Display
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)
Driver Seat Variable Cushion Length Adjustment
Front Passenger Seat Variable Cushion Length Adjustment
Wide-View Side Monitor System
Sport-Tuned Suspension
Unique Wheel Finish
Dual Screen Rear Seat DVD Entertainment System
3-Position Driver Seat Memory System
Heated & Ventilated Front Seats
not sure if its true. but interesting nonetheless
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Old Oct 25, 2008 | 07:05 AM
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Thanks for posting...wow 19"s and sport tuned suspension...hmmmm
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Old Oct 25, 2008 | 07:20 AM
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I hope they moved the shifter from the dash down now.

I can't wait to hear the specs for the hybrid version
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What up with all those standard equipment deletions.
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Old Oct 25, 2008 | 09:18 AM
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Come on 6 speed auto and direct fuel injection.
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Old Oct 25, 2008 | 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
...wow 19"s and sport tuned suspension...hmmmm
Whoa, lexus is listening, thank you!
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