The 2019 Lexus RX is a modern-day family SUV that ticks all the right boxes for powerful performance, unprecedented luxury and exceptional driving experience. Luxurious and elegant, the midsize SUV comes with three engine options, one of which is an efficient hybrid engine.
The exterior of the SUV has a contemporary appeal that stands out with its sharp and stylish contours whereas the interior has been laced with latest convenience features and advanced technologies for the utmost comfort of the occupants. The all-new Lexus RX offers a wide variety of advanced driver-assistance technologies as standard to ensure that the occupants enjoy a safe commuting experience.
Here is a review of the 2019 Lexus RX available in the UAE with a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2019 Lexus RX
From front to back, the 2019 Lexus RX looks incredibly elegant and classy. The exterior of the SUV features sharp lines and smooth curves for a confident look while the interior has been fitted with latest convenience features and technologies to enhance the comfort of the occupants.
Exterior
The exterior of the all-new Lexus RX has been designed to look elegant and stylish from every angle. The front of the SUV features the signature large spindle grille that covers almost the entire front fascia of the vehicle. On either side of the grille are two sleek and stylish LED 3-Eye Projector-Type Headlamps that will illuminate the road and surroundings for the driver.
Small air intakes have been added on the lower front bumper that will help with improving the engine cooling function. The sculpted hood adds to the athletic appeal of the vehicle while the sharp character line and the deep beltline emphasizes the signature Lexus look.
The wide and athletic stance of the SUV has been accentuated by the muscular fenders, high wheel arches and 18-inch alloy wheels. The rear of the 2019 RX features roof spoiler, Rear Combination Lamp and twin tailpipes to add to the sporty appeal of the vehicle.
The exterior of the 2019 Lexus RX is available in 11 colors that are Black, White Nova Glass Flake, Sonic Quartz, Platinum Silver Metallic, Sonic Titanium, Graphite Black Glass Flake, Red Mica Crystal Shine, Sleek Ecru Metallic, Amber Crystal Shine, Heat Blue Contrast Layering and Deep Blue Mica.
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Interior
Designed around the comfort of the occupants, the interior of the 2019 Lexus RX is spacious enough to seat 5 occupants with ample legroom and headroom available for all occupants. The front of the cabin has been fitted with a 10-way power adjustable driver seat featuring 4-way lumbar support and ventilation system and an 8-way power adjustable passenger seat featuring 2-way lumbar support.
In front of the driver is a wood and leather steering wheel and a 4.2-inch color TFT Multi-Information Display that will display vital information to the driver in real-time. The rear of the cabin has been fitted with 60/40 split folding rear seats that can be folded down to increase the cargo capacity as per preference.
As for the in-cabin technologies, the 2019 Lexus RX has been fitted with Bluetooth, Lexus Premium Sound System with 12 Speakers, Lexus Navigation System, 8-inch EMV (Electro Multi-Vision) Display, Automatic Climate Control System, 2 USB Ports and a lot more. The optional technological features include Rear Entertainment System, Color Head-up Display, Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound System with 15 Speakers and more.
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Performance of the 2019 Lexus RX
The 2019 Lexus RX is an all-wheel-drive SUV that is available with two engine options and in six trim levels (Prestige, Platinum, F Sport, RX Hybrid, RX L and RX L Hybrid). The first engine option available is a 3.5-litre V6 engine that has been paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
This engine is capable of producing 295 horsepower and 362Nm of torque, which enables the all-new RX to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 7.6 seconds and have a top speed of 180 Km/h. The 2019 Lexus RX offers a fuel efficiency of 11 Km/L with this engine.
The second engine option available is a 3.5-litre V6 Hybrid engine that has been paired with an Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT). This engine is capable of producing 308 horsepower and 335Nm of torque, which enables the 2019 Lexus RX to go from 0 to 100 Km/h in 8.1 seconds and have a top speed of 180 Km/h. With this engine, the SUV offers a fuel efficiency of 12.3 Km/L.
The all-new Lexus RX features a Drive Mode Select that comes with three modes, which are Sport, Normal and ECO. The Hybrid trim will also feature an EV mode while the F Sport trim will come with an additional Sport S+ mode.
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Safety Features
Advanced safety features have been offered as standard in the all-new Lexus RX to make it one of the best midsize family SUVs available in the market. The vehicle has been fitted with latest active safety features and advanced driver-assistance technologies to offer a safe and stress-free commuting experience, regardless of the road and driving conditions.
Some of the highlighting standard safety features and advanced driver-assistance technologies of the 2019 Lexus RX are:
- Anti-lock Brake System
- All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control System
- Electric Parking Brake
- Pre-Crash System
- Lane Departure Alert
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Advanced 10 Air Bags System
- Active Traction Control System
- Vehicle Stability Control
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution System
- Brake Assist System
- Moving Object Detection System
- Hill Assist
- ISO Fix Child Seat Anchors
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Camera
- Road Sign Assist
- Speed Limiter
- Seatbelt Pretensioners
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Price of the 2019 Lexus RX in the UAE
The 2019 Lexus RX is a luxury midsize SUV that is now available in the UAE with an efficient engine and in six trim levels (Prestige, Platinum, F Sport, RX Hybrid, RX L and RX L Hybrid). The starting price of the 2019 Lexus RX is AED 220,000 that can go as high as AED 290,000 with the optional features, technologies and trim level selected.
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