2010 RX Spied
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2010 RX Spied
Spied: 2010 Lexus RX SUV
Prototypes for the next-generation Lexus RX SUV have been spotted in Germany and this time the heavy camouflage that masked previous test cars is no longer present. The SUV’s distinctive profile can clearly be seen as can some of the details of the new head and taillights. The prototypes also reveal that the final design of the new RX will be heavily influenced by the lines of the LF-Xh hybrid SUV concept from last year’s Tokyo Motor Show.
Key features include the waterfall-style front grille and angular headlights plus a smoother overall shape than the current car. The new RX is also expected to be slightly larger than the current model, and there could be a new seven-seater model with three-row seating in the 2010 lineup.
The base model will retain the familiar 3.5L V6 engine but a new V8 model could also be added. The new range will also pick up a six-speed automatic as standard in place of the older model’s five-speeder. The hybrid model, due one year after the initial debut, will feature a V6 engine mated to an electric motor and is expected to develop close to 400hp (298kW).
Production of the new RX range will start at the end of year with first sales expected in the first quarter of 2009.
Has very similar lines to the old model. Looks good from this angle. Hopefully it doesn't have the funky looking front bumper though. The hybrid version sounds great. I wonder what it will cost though for that combined 400HP? Probably will touch the low $60K range.
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The hybrid model, due one year after the initial debut, will feature a V6 engine mated to an electric motor and is expected to develop close to 400hp (298kW).
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Doesn't look a whole lot different, but you can definitely see the LF-Xh resemblance in the front, rear and side profile. Unfortunately it doesn't look like dual exhaust will be part of the car 
. Grille looks like a slightly larger version of that on the IS
Also looks like it will remain similar sized with two rows, despite what so many magazines and members here have speculated
Looking good I think.
. Grille looks like a slightly larger version of that on the ISAlso looks like it will remain similar sized with two rows, despite what so many magazines and members here have speculated
Looking good I think.
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But it will be minimal, like how the new Corolla doesn't look that different from the old one.
I can't wait to see the interior. Hopefully, it's fresh. Almost every other car company has copied the current design...
JW...what do you mean by that? I actually find the RX to be one of the more entertaining Lexuses to drive, as ironic as that sounds. Definitely has a lot more road feel than most everything else in their stable and corners and turns nicely. I really think the RX 350 is actually a pretty decent drive, especially for a SAV/CUV thing.
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JW...what do you mean by that? I actually find the RX to be one of the more entertaining Lexuses to drive, as ironic as that sounds. Definitely has a lot more road feel than most everything else in their stable and corners and turns nicely. I really think the RX 350 is actually a pretty decent drive, especially for a SAV/CUV thing.
drive a BMW X5/Q7/Cayenne, you'll see what awesome handling is about, I think our x5 handles better than my GS, I could drive 100 mph without my hands on the steering wheel
