- Lexus updates the LX flagship SUV in Japan adding F Sport trim.
- Suspension and steering tuning have been improved across the lineup.
- Japanese pricing ranges between ¥15.6-22.1 million ($98,900-140,100).
Lexus has introduced a few updates for the LX in its home market, with Japanese buyers finally getting access to the F Sport trim that has been available in the US and Middle East since the debut of the current generation in late 2021. The flagship SUV also benefits from a revised chassis setup across the lineup, something that could reach other markets in the near future.
Starting with the F Sport trim which is the new addition to the Japanese lineup, it is available for the gasoline-powered LX 600 and the hybrid LX 700h, joining the standard LX, the rugged Overtrail+ and the flagship Executive.
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Besides the sportier grille and lower bumper moldings and the F Sport badges, the model rides on black 22-inch forged alloy wheels with red brake calipers. It also gets the exclusive Neutrino Gray shade for the exterior and a Flare Red interior. The cabin features sporty seats, Hadori aluminum inserts inspired by Japanese swords, branded scuff plates, aluminum pedals, and dimpled leather on the steering wheel and the gearknob.
More importantly, the F Sport gets special tuning for the performance dampers, Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), and Electric Power Steering (EPS), plus a Torsen limited slip differential on the rear axle.
Lexus LX F Sport (Japan)
As for the rest of the lineup, Lexus engineers have improved the steering feel and suspension characteristics, promising better handling and ride.
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The standard LX600 rides on 20-inch aluminum wheels with six double spokes and a dark clear coat finish. The off-road-focused Overtrail+ benefits from slightly beefier tires measuring 265/70R18. Those feature an optimized tire structure and tread pattern for lower noise on paved roads, and a block pattern on the tire sidewall.
Finally, Lexus expanded the color palette with the new White Nova Glass Flake color which is available across the lineup.
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Under the hood, the SUV is available with two carry-over powertrain options. The base LX 600 is fitted with a twin-turbo 3.5-liter gasoline V6 producing 409 hp (305 kW / 415 PS) and 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque.
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The LX 700h gets a self-charging hybrid setup combining the twin-turbo V6 with an electric motor to deliver 457 hp (341 kW / 463 PS) and 790 Nm (583 lb-ft) of torque. In both cases, power is transmitted to all four wheels via a 10-speed Direct Shift automatic gearbox.
In Japan, pricing for the updated LX range starts at ¥15,600,000 ($98,900) for the standard LX 600. The newly added LX 600 F Sport retails for ¥17,000,000 ($107,800), while the hybrid LX 700h F Sport starts at ¥18,000,000 ($114,100). The flagship four-seat LX 700h Executive tops the range at ¥22,100,000 ($140,100).
