Niche luxury minivans with drivers very little developed in Europe. THE Mercedes V-Class and Volkswagen Multivan are the only representatives in the premium sector. As for GPs, a few have tried this without much success. Renault Trafic SpaceClass, Peugeot Traveler Premium are just a few of them. In Asia, however, these large utility/plush minivans are very popular. Traditionally, dances are conducted by Japanese manufacturers. Toyota Alphard, Nissan Elgrand, Honda Elysion. For several years, they have been “premium” to go hand in hand with the new expectations of customers and drivers. Which abandon large traditional sedans in favor such models are much more spacious and brighter. In 2019, Lexus, better known for its sedans and SUVs, surprised everyone with the release of the LM. A large luxury minivan with seven seats.

LM: “Luxury move”

Based on Toyota Alphard more precisely, it is an analogue of the premium class and is much more luxurious. The choice is risky, but obviously justified, because competing models, especially Chinese ones, have multiplied since then. Zeekr 009, Buick GL8 Century, Maxus Mifa 9. Only three years after launch Lexus is modernizing it with an all-new version live from the Shanghai Motor Show ! It retains its eccentric side, highlighted by that striking grille and its curved shapes. Lexus confirmed its status with a large strip at the back, an avalanche of decorative elements and chrome details. Up to seven people can be accommodated on board. Lexus supports a four-seater version with driver’s compartment. Then he begins a giant 48-inch TV instead of rank 2! The interior space is maximized, with a 3-meter wheel base of the gun and a height of 1.95 m. The length of this mastodon is still 5.13 m!

The new “Uber Van” for France

It is still available in a 3.5L V6 petrol version in Asian markets hybrid engine called 350h. This one, well known to us (especially on the NX), combines an electric motor with a four-cylinder gasoline engine. The set develops a total power of 250 horsepower, and 235 Nm of torque is transmitted to all four wheels thanks to electric all-wheel drive. Why are we telling you all this? Fine ! Because for the first time in its career, the Lexus LM will land in Europe, and therefore in France ! Toyota’s premium division wants to take its place in the premium minivan market with a driver. Therefore, it will appear in the coming months together with the larger models of the LS and LC line. New model “Uber Van” is coming