Lexus has pulled the wraps off their new RX L, a
three-row version of their popular luxury SUV that can hold up to seven
passengers. The addition of the third row was made possible by extending the
rear of the body by 110 mm with Lexus also using a steeper tailgate
window angle in order to ensure good headroom for third-row passengers.
As standard, the 2018 Lexus RX L will come with
seven seats and a 40/20/40 split bench-type second row seat. The optional
six-seat setup comes with second-row captain’s chairs that allow for easier
access to the third row.
Standard features include a power-folding third-row
bench, power tailgate and leather upholstery for the first and second rows. A
tri-zone climate system gives third-row passengers separate heating and
air-conditioning vents.
The longer Lexus RX L is available in petrol RX 350L
form, powered by a 290 hp 3.5-liter V6 paired with an eight-speed automatic
transmission, and in the hybrid and AWD RX 450hL version, which pairs the
3.5-liter V6 with two electric motors for a combined 308 hp. Petrol models are
available with both front- and all-wheel drive.
Base models come with an eight-inch infotainment
display but choose the Navigation package and then you get the 12.3-inch
high-resolution system along with a 12-speaker premium audio system.
Audiophiles will also get the option to choose the available 835-watt,
15-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Surround System.
The 2018 Lexus RX L is expected to hit the
dealerships nationwide late this year, with a starting MSRP of US$ 47,670 for the
FWD model and US$ 49,070 for the AWD one.
