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Old May 26, 2023 | 09:34 AM
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Plug in hybrid.
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Old Jun 5, 2023 | 04:46 PM
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My guess is that they will not be offering bench seat on the higher trim Hybrid MAX - partly because of battery storage.. I hope the Captains Chair arm rests are not as flimsy as they were on my RX 330 years ago. Can anyone comment on current arm rests?
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Old Jun 6, 2023 | 06:18 AM
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The latest teaser.


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Old Jun 6, 2023 | 11:44 AM
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Thank goodness they have downstated the butterfly grill.
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:05 PM
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Not loving the front end...is it possible that the Grand Highlander looks more premium?



Rear quarter and side look great



Oh Lexus, why can't you design a vehicle that just looks good everywhere that isn't the LC?
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:06 PM
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Said it in MPalmer's thread but the big news here is that they're keeping the V6 in the top trim, unlike the Grand Highlander.
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:06 PM
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Hmm. As expected the interior does not scream luxury in the slightest.




Even this looks like its straight out of the Grand Highlander:

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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:10 PM
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Yes, V6 is big news

The TX 550h+ (DIRECT4 AWD only) plug-in hybrid vehicle offers a Lexus-first, combining a
powerful 3.5L V6 engine with DIRECT4. Guests will experience a distinctive driving experience
with serene quietness, smooth acceleration, and a manufacturer projected estimated EV range
rating of 33 miles. This is the first Lexus PHEV assembled in North America and this powertrain
will be available at a later date
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:11 PM
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Huh, it's not the turbo 6.
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by TangoRed
Hmm. As expected the interior does not screen luxury in the slightest.
Thats the F Sport, maybe the other trims will be more luxurious looking...
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:21 PM
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So if I understand the 550H DIRECT 4 is four electric motors (one at each wheel). Battery can be charged or else the V6 engine makes electricity when the batteries run down?
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Cough
So if I understand the 550H DIRECT 4 is four electric motors (one at each wheel). Battery can be charged or else the V6 engine makes electricity when the batteries run down?
That's not my understanding of this system based on talking with Lexus execs at the RX launch event... The DIRECT4 e-Axle is "a drive unit that combines a high-torque electric motor, ECU and transaxle in one compact, modular package.." (Source: https://mag.lexus.co.uk/direct4-next...drive-control/)

Definitely not a motor in each wheel.

However, I believe that the CVT transmission in the hybrids has an electric motor component as well (but I'm not 100% on this). But that's why this (550h+) and the RX 350h have CVTs, not traditional transmissions.
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:44 PM
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The V6 550+ will be a CVT?! RX500h is not
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:46 PM
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F-sport front end has just enough difference for me to like the exterior. Downside is that the interior is really garbage for the price they are going to be asking for this IMO. Not a fan of that all. 6 speeds and CVT for hybrid and plugin respectively is also pretty lame for a 2024 model year car but whatever.

The 3rd row space and cargo room with seats down is RIDICULOUS though. Looks very roomy.

Does Toyota even have enough batteries to meet demand? Lol.
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Old Jun 8, 2023 | 05:48 PM
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Originally Posted by SW17LS
The V6 550+ will be a CVT?! RX500h is not
That's correct. Full breakdown in my article here -- https://www.clublexus.com/articles/2...s-tx-unveiled/

But per Lexus, TX 350 - 8 speed auto, TX 500h - 6-speed auto, TX 550h+ - CVT
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