Yes, the Lexus RX 350h Exquisite trim has launched in India at an ex-showroom price of Rs 89.99 lakh. This new variant serves as the entry-level model, replacing the outgoing ‘Luxury’ trim at a lower price point while maintaining a similar feature set.
Key Details
- Pricing: The Exquisite trim is priced at Rs 89.99 lakh (ex-showroom), which is approximately Rs 6.14 lakh less than the previous Luxury trim’s price. An optional upgrade to a 21-speaker Mark Levinson audio system is available for an additional cost, bringing the price to Rs 92.02 lakh.
- Engine & Performance: The vehicle is powered by a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder petrol-hybrid engine with a combined output of 246 hp (190 bhp from the engine). It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds and has a WLTP-certified fuel efficiency of 18.6 kpl.
- Features: Despite the lower price, the Exquisite trim carries forward a comprehensive list of premium features, including a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 10-way powered front seats with memory, heated and ventilated seats for both front and rear rows, ambient lighting, a 360-degree camera, and Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems).
| Variant | Price (Ex-Showroom) |
|---|---|
| RX 350h Exquisite | Rs 89.99 Lakh |
| RX 350h Exquisite (Mark Levinson Audio) | Rs 92.02 Lakh |
| RX 500h F-Sport+ | Rs 1.09 Crore |
According to sources like CarWale, the addition of the new ‘Exquisite’ grade and the price revision for the top-spec RX 500h F-Sport+ (reduced by Rs 9 lakh) are strategic moves by Lexus to make the RX line-up more competitive against rivals such as the Mercedes-Benz GLE and BMW X5.
Lexus India has added a new entry-level Exquisite trim to the RX line-up, replacing the prior Luxury trim and dropping the hybrid luxury SUV’s base price. Specifically, the Lexus RX 350h Exquisite is Rs 6.14 lakh more affordable than the Luxury trim, which was priced at Rs 96.13 lakh. The price of the top-spec RX 500h F-Sport+ has also been reduced by Rs 9 lakh.
- Lexus RX 350h Exquisite is the hybrid SUV’s new base variant
- RX 350h Exquisite feature list is identical to that of the prior Luxury trim
- It gets a 246hp 2.5-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain paired with an eCVT automatic
Lexus RX Exquisite features
No change in features list compared to Luxury trim
In terms of features, the RX Exquisite variant is identical to the outgoing Luxury trim. Highlights include a 14-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 360-degree camera, a Lexus-branded sound system (21-speaker Mark Levinson sound system available for Rs 2.03 lakh extra), 10-way powered front seats with memory functions, electrically reclinable rear seats, heating and ventilation for front and rear seats, ambient lighting, Level 2 ADAS, connected car tech, and more.
Lexus RS Exquisite engine and gearbox
2.5-litre petrol-hybrid setup makes a combined 246hp
Available in the 350h guise only, the RX Exquisite gets a 2.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol-hybrid powertrain that’s mated to an eCVT automatic. The combined output is pegged at 246hp, which is funnelled to the front wheels only and helps the RX 350h go from a standstill to 100kph in 7.9 seconds. Thanks to the strong hybrid system, the RX 350h also delivers a WLTP-certified fuel-efficiency figure of 18.6kpl (average).
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