The 2018 Lexus RX is a stylish midsize luxury SUV, which is perfect for families that like to travel together in style and comfort. With a modern exterior that draws the attention of the onlookers and a quiet cabin laced with luxuries and advanced technological features, the 2018 RX is simply an excellent family SUV.
The spacious interior offers latest comfort and convenience features to all occupants while its quiet cabin ensures that the occupants enjoy a comfortable ride at all times. For the first time ever, the Lexus RX has a third row of seat to offer accommodation to 7 occupants.
The all-new 2018 Lexus RX is also available in a hybrid powertrain for improved fuel efficiency. The SUV has swift acceleration and powerful performance to make every ride a memorable one. The addition of advanced safety features is a testimony to the family SUV appeal of the vehicle and makes it a strong contender in the UAE’s diverse SUV market.
Here is a review of the 2018 Lexus RX with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Lexus RX
From front to back, the all-new Lexus RX looks impressive and incredibly sporty. With smooth curves and sharp lines, the 2018 Lexus RX strikes a confident look that makes it one of a kind in the segment. The interior has been designed to be more comfortable and luxurious with latest technological and convenience features to enhance the ride experience for its occupants.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Lexus RX has been designed to have a stylish yet elegant look. The front of the vehicle features the signature large spindle grille that covers almost the entire front fascia. Flanking the grille on either side are two sharply designed LED headlights that give the vehicle an aggressive look.
Below the headlights are fog lights that are stylishly added to the front to elevate the edgy appearance of the vehicle. There are small air intakes below the fog lamps to further improve the engine cooling function. The hood has been sculpted with two lines that coincide with the flow of the grille to make the exterior look even more irresistible.
Chrome accents can be found around the grille, door handles, around ewindows and the rear of the vehicle. The 2018 Lexus RX has a wide stance that is further accentuated by the 18-inch wheels (21-inch wheels available as an option).
A roof spoiler and twin tailpipes have been added to the rear of the vehicle to add to its sporty appearance. The exterior of the 2018 Lexus RX is available in 10 colors that are Eminent White Pearl, Silver Lining Metallic, Atomic Silver, Nebula Gray Pearl, Caviar, Obsidian, Matador Red Mica, Satin Chrome Metallic, Autumn Shimmer and Nightfall Mica.
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Interior
The interior has been designed to emphasize the comfort of its passengers and ensure that they have everything within easy reach. The front of the cabin has a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat and an 8-way power adjustable passenger seat with the option of heating and ventilation systems.
The rear of the cabin has 50/50 split folding third row seats that are easily accessible from the second row. The cabin has been fitted with multi-zone climate control to offer enhanced comfort to the occupants. The driver also enjoys a driver-centric cabin experience with a leather wrapped steering wheel featuring controls for audio and cruise control amongst other essential features.
The technological features of the 2018 Lexus RX include Voice Command, Bluetooth, HD Radio, Siri Eyes Free, SiriusXM Satellite Radio and a lot more. The optional features include 12.3-inch High-Resolution Split-Screen Multimedia Display, Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System, Lexus Enform App Suite with 15-speakers and many more.
The upholstery is available in a combination of high-quality leather with real wood trims that are Black leather with Gray Sapele wood and Aluminum trim, Noble Brown leather with Gray Sapele wood and Aluminum trim, Black leather with Espresso Walnut trim, Noble Brown leather with Matte Linear Dark Mocha wood trim, Parchment leather with Matte Bamboo trim, Stratus Gray leather with Gray Sapele wood and Aluminum trim, Parchment leather with Gray Sapele wood and Aluminum trim and Stratus Gray leather with Espresso Walnut trim.
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Performance of the 2018 Lexus RX
The all-new Lexus RX has a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. and a fuel tank capacity of 17.2 gallons. The SUV comes with Intelligent Shift Control that improves handling of the vehicle while going downhill or uphill by automatically adjusting the engine response. The Drive Mode Select offers three driving modes and the driver can select from ECO, Sport and Normal modes as per preference. The 2018 Lexus RX is an all-wheel drive SUV that comes with two powertrain options.
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Engine Options
The all-new Lexus RX is powered by a 3.5-litre V6 engine that comes with Direct Fuel Injection System, Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence System for a fuel-efficient performance. This engine is capable of producing 295 horsepower and 362Nm of torque and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. It can go from 0 to 60mph in just 7.9 seconds with a top track speed of 124mph and a drag coefficient of 0.33. The 2018 RX has a fuel efficiency of 19mpg in the city, 26mpg on the highway and 22mpg combined.
The 2018 Lexus RX hybrid model is powered by a 3.5-litre V6 hybrid engine that comes with Variable Valve Timing, boasting an Intelligence System for a fuel-efficient performance. This engine is capable of producing 308 horsepower and 335Nm of torque and is paired with an Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT).
It can go from 0 to 60mph in just 7.9 seconds with a top track speed of 112mph and a drag coefficient of 0.33. This hybrid engine has a fuel efficiency of 31mpg in the city, 28mpg on the highway and 30mpg combined.
Safety Features
The 2018 Lexus RX has been fitted with a wide variety of advanced active safety features that make this SUV a standout family vehicle in the segment. Advanced driver assistance features give the driver a confidence boost and ensure that the vehicle is equipped to assist the driver when faced with challenging driving conditions.
Some of the highlighting safety features in the 2018 Lexus RX include:
- Lexus Safety System+
- Automatic High Beam
- Lane Departure Warning
- Steering Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Forward Collision Warning
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Pedestrian Detection
- 10 Airbag System
- Backup Camera with Dynamic Gridlines
- Vehicle Stability Control
- Vehicle Proximity Notification System
- Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management System
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System
- Brake Assist
The optional safety features include:
- Rear Cross-traffic Alert
- Head-up Display
- Blind-spot Warning
- Panoramic View Monitor
- Intuitive Parking Assist
- Premium Triple-Beam LED Headlamps
Price of the 2018 Lexus RX in the UAE
The 2018 Lexus RX is already available in the UAE with its two powertrain options and in multiple trim levels. The starting price of the 2018 Lexus RX is AED 195,000 that can go as high as AED 266,000 with optional features. The starting price of the 2018 Lexus RX Hybrid is AED 225,000 that can go as high as AED 266,000 with optional features.
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