At the 2021 Shanghai Auto Show that opened on April 19, Lexus brought the world premiere of the new ES of medium and large luxury executive-class sedan and the world premiere of the new electrified concept car LF-Z.

As the core masterpiece of the brand’s model lineup, ES and the first-generation flagship luxury sedan LS became the first model at the beginning of the brand’s establishment as early as 1989. Thanks to its excellent quietness, respectable comfort experience, and generous cockpit space, ES has won wide esteem and favor from customers around the world. Since its launch, the cumulative sales volume has exceeded 2.65 million, and it has been sold in more than 80 countries and regions worldwide. area.

At the same time, the Lexus electrified concept car LF-Z, which debuted on the global line last month, also showed the world’s first real car at this auto show. This concept car combines surging performance, unique design and forward-looking technology. The design and technology are expected to be gradually presented in production cars before 2025.

LF-Z: Fully demonstrate the brand’s electrification vision

The electrified concept car LF-Z is based on a new pure electric vehicle platform. The driving experience is derived from Lexus Driving Signature. Its technology and forward-looking concept fully demonstrate Lexus’s electrified vision (Electrified) and represent Lexus’s human-oriented vision for the future. Thinking about life philosophy.

At present, the automotive industry is undergoing changes. The “carbon neutral” vision and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations have become missions that all brands need to complete. Lexus will face up to the challenge and create a new brand value that exceeds customer expectations.

Lexus has a clear vision of “carbon neutrality”. It is estimated that by 2025, all Lexus models will be available in electrified versions, and the sales of electrified models will surpass that of traditional gasoline-powered models. By 2050, Lexus’ entire product line plans to achieve the goal of “carbon neutrality” throughout the entire life cycle, from the production of raw materials, parts and components, to vehicle logistics, to vehicle final recycling.

In order to achieve the goal of “carbon neutrality”, Lexus China is taking action in all aspects, and gradually transforming existing dealerships, and working with dealers to promote energy saving and reduction in the entire industry chain through the introduction of energy-saving lamps and solar roofs. We will strive to achieve “carbon neutrality” in all aspects such as sales and recycling.

New ES: The elegant design style has evolved again

As a medium and large luxury executive-class car, the luxurious texture and elegance continue to be advanced on the new ES. In terms of appearance, the new ES adopts a newly designed front grille. While continuing the recognizable exterior design elements of ES models, the grille adopts a mesh design composed of many L-shaped components, highlighting the beauty of lateral flow and creating The atmosphere is ready to go.

The LED high and low beam lighting headlights adopt a new compact design, while the matrix LED high and low beam lighting headlights introduce the BladeScanTM ultra-fast rotating mirror high beam adaptive control system, which is more powerful. In addition, the slender shape of the new lamp set makes the front face more sharp and eye-catching.

In the interior, the multimedia system is now equipped with a brand-new touch screen, which is made of glass, making the picture clearer and easier to operate. The natural walnut wood material is matched with the newly developed natural and elegant walnut color and the ink-dyed elegant walnut color, showing the elegance and nobleness. The interior trim is etched by laser processing at one time, rendering a more exquisite and elegant modern atmosphere.

Not only that, the new ES also brings more excellent quietness and comfort, and further improves the respected and comfortable driving experience. The model development team meticulously created the Lexus logo linear control driving experience, enabling the new ES to achieve smooth acceleration, deceleration and steering processes, and it is comfortable in various driving conditions.

In terms of intelligence, by upgrading the single-lens camera and millimeter-wave radar, the pre-collision safety system PCS has expanded the response range and provided more protection for the driving process. Thanks to artificial intelligence technology, the advanced intelligent lane tracking system LTA realizes the optimization and upgrade of the lane recognition function, expands the scope of driving assistance, and makes the new ES steering more stable.

Moreover, the new ES is also equipped with BladeScanTM ultra-speed rotating mirror high beam adaptive control system. Compared with the conventional high-beam adaptive control system, this system can more delicately shield part of the light, effectively expand the high-beam exposure range and actively avoid following and meeting car glare, making it easier for drivers to identify pedestrians and road signs.

In addition, users can easily lock/unlock the car door using the Bluetooth digital key by simply installing the exclusive App on the smartphone. As with the conventional smart key function, the user can directly start the engine without taking out the mobile phone. If the mobile phone is accidentally lost, this function can also be disabled remotely to ensure vehicle safety.

In Malaysia, the Toyota Alphard is a popular MPV model. If customers want a more luxurious MPV, the Lexus LM is the right choice. The Lexus MPV model has just been launched in Malaysia, quite late compared to neighboring markets such as Thailand or Singapore.

Lexus only distributes the LM 350 version to the Malaysian market at a price of more than $ 278,000. The Lexus LM 350 is 150% more expensive than the Toyota Alphard, which shares the platform with the LM. In Vietnam, Lexus LM is distributed by a private agent for more than 10 billion VND.

Built on the Alphard foundation, the Lexus LM is more luxurious and comfortable. The LM name of this model can be interpreted as “ Luxury Minivan ”.

The exterior of the Lexus LM does not make much impression, except for the luxurious chrome-plated spindle grille and all-LED headlights. In it, the main light is neatly shaped with the projectors inside. Typical arrow-shaped daylight is inserted in the middle of the main light cluster.

At the back, LM has a fairly simple and square design. The most prominent is the LED taillights which are also angled and connected by a stretched chrome bar.

From the sides, LM looks quite like Alphard. The difference is that the Lexus model has chrome-plated L details in the window. LM 350 is equipped with 18-inch chrome-plated multi-spoke alloy wheels. In addition, this set of wheels also integrates noise reduction technology, providing the quietest space for the interior compartment.

In Malaysia, the Lexus LM is distributed with a business version of the interior compartment. Five traditional seats are replaced with 2 reclining seats with footrest, 7 integrated massage, heating and cooling modes.

The seat cushions are made of AdaptiPedic technology and are separated from the front seats by a private partition. In addition to providing comfort, this new rubber has a breathable effect on the occupants.

For passenger privacy, the rear compartment has been separated from the front through a tempered glass baffle with dimming function when needed. The car is also equipped with a 26-inch screen that can be connected to a phone or a computer, a 19-speaker high-end Mark Levinson stereo, a 14-liter mini-fridge and a touch panel.

The front cockpit is not that different from the Alphard. The center console is redesigned with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, Lexus Remote Touch interface, Apple CarPlay / Android Auto connectivity, Qi wireless charging. The facilities inside the LM 350 include 3-zone air conditioning, 16-color interior backlight, front / rear sunroof, 360-degree camera, trunking feature.

LM 350 comes with Lexus Safety System + driver assistance package, including automatic emergency braking technology, adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go feature, lane keeping assist, blind spot warning, rear vehicle warning, lights Smart lighting, 7 airbags …

LM 350 inherits a naturally aspirated 3.5L V6 engine from Alphard. This engine produces 296 hp at 6,600 rpm and 361 Nm of torque at 4,700 rpm. The engine comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The MPV can accelerate from 0-100 km / h in 8.3 seconds, with a top speed of 180 km / h.

Thus, the new Lexus LM 350 2021 is nearly one and a half times more expensive than the Toyota Alphard, but in return the LM 350 has a much more impressive exterior design and the interior space is also more luxurious and more comfortable.

In terms of appearance, the Lexus LM 350 luxury MPV owns a characteristic giant spindle grille, flanked by slender LED projector headlights with eye-catching arrow-shaped daytime running lights, sequential indicators and other L-shaped chrome accents on the sides of the front bumper.

The side profile differs from the Alphard thanks to the L-shaped chrome strip in the windows and the 18-inch alloy wheels covered with shiny chromium, which carry a more complex multi-spoke design than the Alphard wheels. The LM 350 wheel set also adds noise reduction technology to improve rolling ability.

At the rear, LM continues the premium with a full-width LED taillight strip ending by two L-shaped corners, with sequential indicators, underneath the lamp with a decorative chrome strip. In Malaysia, the 4-seater Lexus LM 350 has only 2 exterior color options: black and white.

Moving inside, the Lexus LM 350 has only 2 rows of seats, so the interior space is extremely spacious, in which the rear seats are the most noticeable. Rear occupants will enjoy maximum comfort thanks to endless legroom, two semi-Aniline leather director seats and AdaptiPedic low-density urethane foam, reclining fully flat bed and walking. with massage function, cooling, heating.

In particular, to maximize privacy, Lexus has installed a baffle between the two rows of seats and improved soundproof windows. Other notable amenities of the LM 350 include a 26-inch LCD screen, a 19-speaker Mark Levinson surround sound system, a mini-fridge, a dedicated storage area for personal items such as a briefcase, and a table. Touch controls so that the rear occupants can self-adjust the seat position, relaxation functions, and sound and air conditioning systems.

And yet, the Lexus LM 350 also comes standard with a 12.3-inch central touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, Lexus Remote Touch touchpad, dual-zone automatic climate control, dual sunroof, wireless charging, HUD display, rear sunshade, 360-degree camera and auto-opening trunk.

Of course, the LM 350 also owns the Lexus Safety System + driver assistance technology suite including automatic emergency braking, Stop & Go adaptive cruise control, lane centering, lane keeping assist, blind spot monitoring, scene. rear cross-section alarm and adaptive beam.

The car has 7 safety airbags. Like the Toyota Alphard, the Lexus LM 350 is equipped with a 2GR-FKS V6 3.5L petrol engine that produces 296 hp and a maximum torque of 361 Nm.

The engine comes with an 8-speed Direct Shift automatic transmission, the maximum speed of the LM 350 reaches 180 km / h. The price of Lexus LM 350 is sold from RM 1,148 million (about VND 6.4 billion) in the Malaysian market. It is predicted that the car will be officially launched in Vietnam this year.

Video: Introducing the Lexus LM 350 luxury MPV 2021.

Lexus LF-Z Concept length x width x height is 4,880 x 1,960 x 1,600 mm respectively, wheelbase 2,950 mm, weight 2,100 kg. This helps the car have a low center of gravity while reducing vibration and noise in the cabin.

The interior of the Lexus LF-Z Concept is followed “Tazuna” language, which means reins in Japanese, is heavily aimed at the driver. This design is inspired by the relationship between humans and horses, communicating through a reins.

The car has an airy space, the cabin is minimalistic and has artificial intelligence (AI) acting as a virtual assistant of the driver. High-end sound system made by Mark Levinson.

AI technology will learn driver behavior, provide driver assistance through voice communication. Lexus believes it will help the driver control the car more efficiently, such as directions, traffic information …

Clock and touchscreen share one module. Functional controls are located around the steering wheel area for easy operator operation.

Lexus LF-Z Concept is equipped with 4-wheel drive system, trade name is DIRECT4, this system can control the electric motor independently, control front / rear wheels separately. Therefore, the car can customize front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or two-wheel drive depending on traffic situations.

In addition, torque distribution systems, throttle control or steering wheel control can help the car have better steering reflexes, narrower steering angles but for precise cornering.

Powering the Lexus LF-Z Electrified is a Lithium-ion battery, liquid-cooled, with a capacity of 90 Kw / h; produces a maximum capacity of 536 hp and maximum torque of 700 Nm. Acceleration from 0-100 km / h in 3 seconds, maximum speed 200 km / h. The vehicle is equipped with a charger with a charging speed of 150 kW and a travel distance of 600 km.

Lexus aims to introduce 20 new or upgraded models, of which 10 are hybrid, plug-in hybrid or fully electric by 2025.