Lexus has introduced its latest hybrid SUV, the LX 700h, marking the first time the brand’s largest SUV features an electrified powertrain.
The LX 700h combines a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engine with an electric motor and a 10-speed automatic transmission, providing permanent 4×4 drive and maintaining the off-road capabilities Lexus LX is known for. Despite being unavailable in Poland, the model will debut in select markets later this year.
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The LX 700h’s parallel hybrid system places the electric motor between the V6 engine and the transmission. This setup allows the vehicle to optimize power delivery based on conditions, with the ability to drive off-road in electric-only mode.
Additionally, the hybrid system is equipped with an alternator and starter motor, enabling continued driving in the event of hybrid system failure by relying on the internal combustion engine.
Designed for challenging terrains, the LX 700h has a waterproof battery housing and can wade through water up to 700 mm deep, just like its non-hybrid counterparts. Built on the TNGA body-on-frame platform, the SUV retains a robust structure while accommodating the hybrid system’s additional weight.
The battery location has been modified to ensure off-road resilience, and the car can also serve as a power source with outputs ranging from 1,500W to 2,400W, depending on the market.
The LX 700h’s chassis was fine-tuned at the Shimoyama test track to provide optimal handling on both roads and rugged terrain. The vehicle features an updated Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) and a Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) system for customized off-road performance.
Technological updates include new 12.3-inch digital displays and the latest Lexus Safety System+, featuring improvements like an updated Pre-Collision System, Proactive Driving Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control. The interior has also been refreshed with redesigned seats for both the driver and passengers.
Additionally, Lexus has introduced the Overtrail version to the LX lineup. This variant features a distinctive black grille, matte gray 18-inch aluminum wheels, and exclusive Moon Desert paint. It’s the only model in the range equipped with front and rear locking differentials, enhancing its off-road prowess.
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