Lexus E-Four Intelligent 4×4 Drive: High Comfort with Low Fuel Consumption

Lexus E-FOUR Intelligent 4×4 Drive enhances hybrid and plug-in hybrid crossovers with improved performance and safety, while minimizing fuel consumption through electric rear-axle power.

Lexus offers its intelligent E-FOUR four-wheel drive system across its lineup of hybrid and plug-in hybrid crossovers and SUVs, providing enhanced performance and safety with minimal impact on fuel consumption.

Unlike traditional 4×4 systems, E-FOUR uses an electric motor to power the rear axle, eliminating the need for mechanical connections between the axles.

This setup allows for better fuel efficiency and the advantages of all-wheel drive when extra traction is needed, such as in slippery conditions or on hilly terrain.

How E-FOUR Works
The system is managed by the hybrid system’s computer, primarily using the front axle for normal driving while engaging the rear motor as necessary. This setup ensures low fuel consumption while maintaining a spacious luggage compartment due to the compact and lightweight rear motor.

Lexus Models with E-FOUR

Lexus LBX: The smallest Lexus with E-FOUR, it offers 136 HP, accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds, and averages 4.6 l/100 km.
Lexus UX 300h: Featuring a fifth-generation hybrid with 199 HP, it accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds with fuel consumption starting at 5.3 l/100 km.
Lexus NX 350h: Available with either front-wheel or E-FOUR drive, the 243 HP 4×4 version accelerates in 7.7 seconds and averages 6 l/100 km.
Lexus RX 350h: Exclusively available with E-FOUR, this SUV offers 250 HP and accelerates in 7.9 seconds with fuel consumption of 6.3 l/100 km.

Plug-in Hybrids with E-FOUR

Lexus NX 450h+: The plug-in hybrid version produces 309 HP, accelerates in 6.3 seconds, and can drive up to 98 km in electric mode with fuel consumption as low as 0.25 l/100 km.
Lexus RX 450h+: With similar power and performance, it covers up to 70 km in electric mode and consumes around 0.4 l/100 km.

The E-FOUR system offers Lexus drivers a balance of performance, safety, and fuel efficiency, with models to fit a wide range of preferences and needs.

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