Smart Travel recently obtained the latest news about the new entry-level SUV model of Lexus . The new car is expected to be named "BX" and is planned to be launched successively in 2023 and will go on sale as early as next year. At the same time, the new car will also be built on the TNGA-B platform together with the Toyota Yaris Cross. It can also be regarded as a luxury version of the Yaris Cross. It will be introduced into the domestic market in the form of imports in the future, and its market price will also be more advantageous than the UX model.
It can be seen from the previously released appearance rendering pictures that the head of Lexus's new BX is equipped with a dot-matrix air intake grille, and the boomerang-style LED daytime running light strip is integrated into the headlight group. The rear part of the car is expected to use a hidden exhaust layout, and the same through-type LED taillight set as the NX model may be provided above. According to overseas media, the length of the new car is only 4200mm, which is also more compact than the brand's UX model.
The above pictures are all of the Yaris Cross hybrid models in overseas markets.
In terms of power, the new Lexus BX will mainly promote its pure electric version. It is expected that only single-motor models will be available for consumers to choose, and the maximum cruising range may be 400-500km. At the same time, the new car will also launch a 1.5L three-cylinder petrol-electric hybrid model in the later stage for consumers to choose. The transmission system is matched with an E-CVT gearbox, and some models will also provide an AWD four-wheel drive system.