Before even talking to you in detail about Lexus LBX, it is important to understand the origin of its name. The acronym LBX stands for ” Revolutionary Lexus crossover “. Which translates from French as a way to get into a new market with a vehicle. A vehicle that requires modern technologies and design. All this being respected codes unique to the Lexus brand.

Yaris Cross in Lexus style?

with Length 4.19 m, width 1.82 m and height 1.54 m…Apparently, the manufacturer did not lie to us when he talked about the smallest model ever developed by the Japanese brand.
For comparison, Toyota Yaris Cross attach 1 cm less in length but 5 cm more in height. The general pencil stroke as a whole is also somewhat reminiscent of the Yaris Cross.

On the other hand, the exterior design of the Lexus LBX easily contrasts at the level of the front panel. In particular at the level grille. The latter consists of a block, a trapezoidal shapelike what Lexus first offered on the LF-S concept and what later became, Lexus business card in the 2000s.This grille is supplied as emphasize front light signature. The light signature consists of new rather thin opticsconnected by an LED bar.

And look closely at that grille… Because this LBX is the first of its kind suggests, even reveals, the future style of Lexus !

City SUV

In profile or even 3/4 Lexus LBX is shown here a the real “compact SUV” look.. We notice some nice square lineswith fairly marked stops or even these confident wheel arches, which contrast between their black color and the bronze color of the car. What to admire besides 18-inch wheels.

Also, this LBX is based on Platform GA-B but with Some modifications closer to the Lexus branded product. As lower center of gravity, wider wings or even a frame or some reinforced suspensions.

there severe The Lexus LBX, for its part, builds a L-shaped light signature. According to the manufacturer, this provides a better visual effect. The styling of the rear of the SUV is also noted spelling of the name Lexus on the trunk lid.

Actually, the transition found everything to tell you about the trunk. The latter offers a The volume is 332 liters when the rear seats are in place.

Unprecedented motorization

Lexus LBX is unique not only in terms of design. It’s also a point of view motorization. Indeed, this new Lexus LBX opens a new hybrid power unit, known as “self-charging”. Specifically, it is a motorization full hybrid consists of a 3-cylinder engine 1.5 l connected to the electric motor. Everything is connected to a new NiMH battery high profitability.

Peaks of maximum power at 136 hp at 185 Nm of torque. But in addition to performance, above all the questions of consumption and quietness of use are the focus of the Lexus engineers here. In the city or on the road.

Note that a four-wheel drive version is also in the program. The latter provides installation of an additional electric motor on the rear axle. However, the power remains unchanged.

Premium class cabin

Lexus told us that the design team wanted to offer a worthy of a premium car to its passengers when you take your seat aboard the LBX. Mission successful for Lexus? If for some regulars of the brand it is not as high-quality as the usual Lexus salons, then it remains more than correct.

These are LBX offers very high quality finishwhich appears in high fork of what is happening on B-segment market. As always today, let’s note vegan leather or some ecological materials in the cabin Although genuine leather can also be an integral part of this LBX.

In general, we benefit from a well ventilated cabinenough spacious, with good visibility. A good moment for an urban SUV.

The Lexus LBX has a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument panel. In addition, the information offered here, as well as its location, changes depending on the selected driving mode. And all this can be supplemented with an additional projection display.

But what’s particularly impressive when you step inside this Lexus LBX is thatcentral touch screen in an almost square format 9.8 inches. The latter offers a Apple Car Play wireless connection. But be careful for usersAndroid Autoyou will have to go through a wired connection… It’s a shame. Regardless, whether you’re an Apple or Android smartphone, your smartphone You can too act as a key to unlock and start the car.

Finally, in terms of living comfort, the Lexus LBX does not revolutionize anything, but it makes room for many practical aspects such as storage spaces scattered throughout the cabin or even USB ports for recharging smartphones, etc.

A few words about rear seats. It’s a little bit above the front seats to provide to each a optimal visibility aboard.

Lexus LBX: prices and availability

Lexus LBX offers several levels of configuration. Five, to be exact. AND base model, standard, then 4 trims that Lexus calls “atmospheric” : Relax, Elegant, Emotion and Cool. Trim level marked with your choice of luxury or sport aspect.

Currently, prices are not officially announced. But Lexus confirms to us that it wants to be competitive with other models in the segment. Calculate the cost of the call that will start about 34,000 euros.

The appearance of this Lexus LBX is scheduled for a month March 2024. Until then, we can’t wait to try it!