Lexus NX is a medium-sized SUV owned by Lexus. It was officially sold in China around 2015. It is positioned slightly lower than Lexus RX series . It is targeting competitors such as Audi Q5L and Mercedes-Benz GLC, BMW X3, Cadillac. XT5, Volvo XC60 and other players. However, compared to its competing models, Lexus NX is more avant-garde. Whether it is the exterior design or the interior, it is full of unique Lexus aesthetics, and is widely praised by domestic consumers.
Recently, some overseas media exposed some information about the new generation of Lexus NX model. According to the introduction, the car will be put into production at the Miyata Factory in Japan in July next year. It is expected to be officially released in 2021. By then, the new car will be built on a new platform. A hybrid version will also be provided, and the new car will continue to be sold as an import.
In addition, there is also news that the car may also be produced in Canada, and will be launched in the United States and then exported to the world. This news actually has a certain degree of reliability. Lexus has previously opened a new car production line in Canada, and Lexus has also announced that a new car will be added to this production line. Many foreign media have speculated that it will be a major facelift. The Lexus NX.
Moreover, Lexus's SUV production line in Canada is also responsible for the production of Toyota RAV4. As we all know, Lexus and Toyota RAV4 are basically twin cars. Moreover, there is news that Lexus NX will be produced on a different platform this time. The new car It will be built based on Toyota's TNGA architecture and GA-C mid-size car platform.
In terms of appearance, it is said that the design elements of the LF-NX concept car will be referenced. Many parts of the body are irregular fold lines. The overall design style is more layered and sporty. At the same time, the front face still has a family-style spindle-shaped air intake. The grille is paired with sharp LED headlights. At the same time, the size of the new car will also be further lengthened. Regarding the interior, not much information has leaked out yet, but there is news that it will be similar to the new generation Lexus UX.
In terms of power configuration, you can refer to the new Lexus ES. The new generation NX after entering the country is expected to be equipped with two power systems, 2.0L and 2.5L hybrid. It is reported that this 2.5L hybrid system will be Lexus’ new The exclusive weapon of the first generation NX, it can achieve a thermal efficiency of more than 40%, and at the same time, the fuel consumption will be reduced to about 4.2L per 100 kilometers.
At present, although the information leaked overseas is limited and there is not much for reference, it is not difficult to see that Toyota Group still has high hopes for the new generation of Lexus NX. After all, this year, Lexus has achieved unprecedented success in China, both in terms of reputation and sales, and even once surpassed the traditional powerful BBA. It is time to strike while the iron is hot! After all, opportunities like this don't come around very often.
