New York 2015: 2016 Lexus RX Bows
The fourth-gen 2016 Lexus RX arrived in the spotlight at the 2015 New York Auto Show.
Power for the standard RX comes via 3.5-liter direct-injection V6 delivering 300 horsepower through an eight-speed automatic, while the RX 450h uses a 3.5-liter Atkinson-cycle V6 in a hybrid setup, also putting out 300 horsepower.
Styling is updated for 2016, with the premium crossover taking on Lexus’ Predator-esque design language. Standard 19-inch wheels with optional 20-inch aluminum wheels are available, while LED lighting flanks the front and rear.
Inside, rear occupants gain more leg and knee room, and have their choice of viewing the sky via a power panorama moonroof, or checking up on their Toyota shares via an entertainment system with a pair of 11.6-inch screens. The driver, meanwhile, has an available HUD keeping important details within sight, along with a 12.3-inch monitor with full-screen map.
Those who want more can opt for the AWD-only F Sport package, which includes 20-inch graphite-finish alloys, perforated leather trim, Sport S+ driving mode, and custom instrument cluster.
Other features include: the Lexus Safety System+ package, debuting with the RX; Michelin Premier tires; adaptive variable suspension; vehicle stability; and three driving modes — four with the aformentioned F Sport package.
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Really fussy and overwrought. Like the floating d-pillar though. The high belt-line on these stretches the lower part of the grille out of proportion. In profile it loks surprisingly low and wagon-like. Overall, they should have put a Lexus interior in a Venza. The NX in comparison looks much better.
I have actually bought 3 RXs since 1999. This won't be the fourth one