Lexus-450 car: description, specifications, reviews

"Lexus-450" exists in two different versions. The first is a diesel car, which still has a LX prefix in its name. The second is a hybrid. Each of these models in its own way is good and unique, and also enjoys undoubted popularity among buyers. Therefore, it is worthwhile to briefly talk about each of them.

LX 450: In brief about the model

This novelty was presented to car enthusiasts a year ago, in August 2015. In appearance, a typical "Lexus" is immediately recognized. The 450th boasts a slightly different radiator grille (compared to its predecessors), which has already become somewhat narrower in the central parts. In the rest - almost no changes.

But the salon was equipped with an updated electric package and various high-tech mechanisms. For example, the driver's seat can be adjusted in 14 different directions. And the front passenger - in 12. This diesel novelty also received a unique feature - when the landing or landing occurs, the ground clearance is automatically understated by 5 centimeters. As soon as the doors close, it returns to its normal state.

Particularly pleased with the spaciousness. 8 people can feel themselves as comfortable as possible. And if you completely fold the third row of seats, then the volume of the trunk will increase to 2350 liters.

And of course, the Lexus-450 LX boasts excellent equipment, even in the base. 4-zone "climate", a rear-view camera, a navigator, a modern multimedia system, acoustics with ten speakers, separate monitors for rear passengers - everything is inside, even a 12-volt outlet.

Characteristics

Now it is more worthwhile to tell about the engine with which the Lexus LX-450 car was assembled. "Diesel" produces 272 horsepower with a working volume of 4.5 liters. This V-shaped "eight" allows the car to accelerate to 100 km / h in just 8.6 seconds. For a crossover, this is not bad data. But if this is not enough, then there is another plus - the expense that the Lexus LX-450 can boast of. Diesel is in itself an economical fuel, and if you take into account the fact that it needs only 9.5 liters per 100 km in a mixed cycle, this is doubly satisfying.

And this engine works in tandem with a 6-band "automatic". And very high-quality, as all transfers are switched without delay. The most expensive equipment is Executive-2, it will cost more than 6 000 000 rubles. A little cheaper is the Executive-1 - about 5,880,000 rubles. The most inexpensive model is Executive, for which it will be necessary to give about 5 750 000 rubles. All models - all-wheel drive, with the same engines and gearbox, but differ in equipment.

Owner Comments

What can tell people who own a car like the Lexus-450? Diesel - economical and inexpensive fuel. All this is well known, and many therefore decide to purchase this model.

Motorists note a modest expense, but excellent, confident dynamics. Everyone else says that the difference between the usual mode of driving and "sport" is felt. The transmissions are short, accelerates quickly, rides confidently, brakes instantly. Owners say that the best thing about this car is driving on the highway. You can include a "cruise" and enjoy driving. The car literally sails on the road. Even if there are pits. They can be overcome easily and at ease - thanks to the hydropneumatic suspension.

The only insignificant minus is the lack of vitality in the corners. All because of the high center of gravity. But otherwise - no complaints.

Features of a hybrid novelty

The machine "Lexus-450" with a gasoline engine and electrical installation was waiting for many people. Its first version appeared in 2005. And more recently in New York, in 2015, the attention of the public was presented to the updated "Lexus-450 Hybrid". Now they are available at a price of 3 to 4.6 million rubles. Depends on the configuration.

Appearance is again easily identifiable. Still the main highlight is a large radiator grille and a swift silhouette, the fodder of which is decorated with LED flashlights and a neat trunk lid.

By the way, the main feature of the car is not in its environmental concept. And in that it is the first Japanese-made car , belonging to the E-class, which can compete on equal terms with similar models of German origin.

Salon

The car should be comfortable, and that's why you should tell more about the interior, which can boast a hybrid "Lexus RX-450". In the vastness, of course, this car is inferior to its German "classmates." But there is plenty of convenience inside. Especially the rear row pleases. Soft sofa, upholstered in leather, a climate control unit and a passenger audio system, buttons for adjusting the rear curtain and activating the heated sofa.

The steering wheel is made in a very convenient form. Especially pleasing is the curved center console with a new interface. And still this model can brag of presence of two-speed electrowindow regulators! They slow the course of the glass when it approaches the extreme position. And the front seats can please the driver and the passenger with heating, ventilation and a lot of electrical adjustments.

By the way, all the indicators of the navigator and rear view cameras are displayed on the LCD screen, whose diagonal is 8 inches. So the interior not only looks luxurious. He is also very ergonomic. After all, there is even an analog clock inside.

Comfort

It is worth noting the attention and excellent noise insulation, which the developers endowed with a hybrid "Lexus RX-450". Even when the car starts to move, there are no extraneous sounds that are typical for the operation of the gasoline engine, it is not audible. And all because this machine always starts its movement on electric traction. The motor starts work somewhere about a half minute after the start. But even then, this is not audible. The buzz of studded wheels can be heard only if the needle of the speedometer crosses the mark at 120 km / h.

By the way, any irregularities, holes and bumps this car passes unnoticed. They are all smoothed out. True, on those pits that are characteristic of this off-road, it is better to slow down the speed to a minimum. Let the clearance and is equal to 18 centimeters, yet this is sometimes not enough for the unhindered passage of Russian potholes.

Characteristics

The hybrid innovation of 2016 is equipped with a 3.5-liter atmospheric V6 engine and two electric motors. They all work in a single tandem. The petrol unit is responsible for the operation of the front wheels. One electric motor drives the rear wheels. And the second - promotes ICE. If you summarize their power, you get about 300 horsepower. By the way, the whole installation is controlled by the E-CVT transmission equipped with electric control.

The maximum speed that this car can reach is 200 km / h. And that the speedometer needle exceeds the mark of 100 km / h, the car will need less than 8 seconds. Quite good dynamics for the hybrid model.

Control

The best way to talk about how the Lexus RX-450 Hybrid behaves on the road can be the feedback of the owners. In general, there are no claims to this car. But some remarks are available.

For example, Russian drivers say that the model is too light a steering wheel. Sometimes its effectiveness has to be doubted. And the car brakes at times with a delay. Just need to get used to everything. This model works in a different mode, not the one in which cars with diesel or gasoline engines usually work. Braking in it, for example, occurs as follows: after the driver presses the pedal, the electric motors go into the generation mode. Thanks to this, the speed is immediately reset. But in the case of emergency braking, brake discs and pads are activated. This is the working principle of the Lexus-450.

Reviews also often address such an important topic as expense. Due to the presence of electric motors, the car consumes only 8 liters of gasoline in the city. And such a modest figure, undoubtedly, pleases all drivers.

As you can see, both models (both "diesel" and "hybrid") are good in their own way. And if you want to get yourself a good crossover for a solid price - then you can safely choose in favor of one of these machines. Each of them is reliable, beautiful and good technically. In addition, they both received 5 stars in the Euro NCAP check. And that means a lot, because security is above all.