Making its debut in 1988, the Lexus RX crossover has proven itself to be reliable used car in Sharjah. Now, Al-Futtaim Lexus has launched the new 2020 Lexus RX luxury crossover across the UAE with some significant upgrades which focus on its looks, safety and technological updates. CarSwitch.com gives complete details on this latest model.
The 2020 RX-series comes with some major updates to the suspension and has more body rigidity. Lexus has put more emphasis on a more exciting driving experience and nimble handling. To achieve this, Lexus Chief Engineer Takeaki Kato and his team have worked hard.
The chassis has also received some changes. The front and rear stabilizers are now lighter as they are hollow, however their thick diameter and solid bushings aim to decrease body roll to achieve an improved steering response. Along with re-tuned shock dampers to work with stiffer roll bars, it also gets refreshed dampers with a new friction control device that assists to administer high-frequency vibrations for a pleasant ride.
A stiffer suspension design also helps to lessen the sounds and vibrations from the road in order to further enhance the responsiveness of the 2020 Lexus RX. To avoid oversteering, this new car employs the active corner braking assist technology on the road curves. Extra spot welds and adhesive help to achieve even more rigidity.
The 2020 Lexus RX also has the World’s first BladeScan Type AHS along with the latest Lexus Safety System. The top trim F SPORT package consists of active sound control, cold air intakes and Electric Power Steering.
That’s not all. The latest RX comes with numerous updates to its interior and exterior as well and concentrates more on providing excellent ride quality for its buyers. Lexus is known for providing some of the most comfortable rides and this one surely is an addition to that list.
The exterior of the new RX maintains its athletic and strong appeal however, it gets striking character line, taking inspiration from the good-looking LC coupe and LS sedan. The front and rear fascia get a more elegant yet bold design. Moreover, to increase its usability it get a power door at the rear which comes with an optional kick sensor so that it operates quickly.
The comfort of the user is a top priority in the interior of this Lexus. It receives an adjustable last row while the second row gets captain’s seats for the upper trims. This makes it a roomy and plush cabin for the passengers. Additionally, all models come with a standard 12.3 inch touchscreen and has built in smartphone integrations which include Android Auto and Apple Carplay.
Under the bonnet, the RX350 wraps a 3.5L V6 which churns out 296hp. Similarly, the 2020 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid offers the same 3.5L V6 which is connected to two electric motors pushing out a total of 308 hp.
The starting price of this all-new Lexus RX is AED 230,000 and is now available at Al-Futtaim Lexus Showrooms across the UAE. However, if this one beats your budget, you can always go for any other used car in Sharjah and it definitely won’t disappoint. You can check out some amazing used cars on CarSwitch.com.
