Lexus, the luxury brand of world's leading automaker Toyota, has launched the LX450d SUV at a sticker price of Rs. 2.32 Crores (Ex. Showroom, Delhi) in the Indian market. The company has started its Indian operations just a couple of months back in March and it has a couple of hybrid models and a diesel SUV in its portfolio. Lexus LX450d is based on Toyota's flagship model Land Cruiser as it is underpinning the same ladder-on-frame architecture. It is the only non-hybrid model in the company's artillery in India.
During the launch of Lexus brand in India, Akitoshi Takemura, Senior Vice-President, Lexus India said, "Lexus is looking to expand its product portfolio in India going forward and the priority is to make in India but for the time being the company would want to understand the luxury customer and once the column is consolidated we would see to assemble here. We would be happy to contribute to PM Modi's Make in India campaign." As for the features, the LX450d SUV comes with touch screen infotainment system in the centre console, moon roof, 4-zone climate control, driver and front passenger power adjustable seats, rain sensing wipers, steering mounted control, SMART Key entry system and cruise control as standard
Speaking of the safety features, the SUV boasts of 10 airbags, parking assist, hill assist control and a multi- terrain monitor which gives 360-degree view of surrounding area. Lexus LX450d is powered by a 4.5L V8 diesel motor which generates top power of 261bhp and peak torque of 650Nm, while linked to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The SUV also gets an all-wheel-drive system as standard. It touches the 100kmph mark from standstill in just 8.6 seconds, while clocking a top speed of 210kmph. It is being learnt that Lexus, as a part of network expansion strategy, will open dealerships in Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. In addition, the company will open service centres in Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kochi.
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