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January 14, 2015
World Premiere of the New Small SUV "LEXUS NX" in Beijing | Lexus
Lexus NX
Lexus's New Compact SUV
World Premiere for the "LEXUS NX" in Beijing
LexusLexus will exhibit its new luxury compact crossover, the "LEXUS NX," at the Beijing Motor Show in April.
Text by AKIZUKI Shinichiro (OPENERS)
A First Step Towards Production
Lexus's new luxury compact crossover, the "LEXUS NX," will have its world premiere at the Beijing Motor Show in April. The basis for this model is the concept car "LF-NX," which was first unveiled at last year's Frankfurt Motor Show.unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show last yearThe concept model,LF-NX.
The spindle grille, a hallmark of Lexus's recent design language, is further emphasized, while the boldly flared fender lines and the three-dimensional body sculpted by multiple lines clearly indicate the future direction of Lexus.
The "LEXUS NX" announced this time is scheduled to be presented in a form very close to the production model. Although only one photograph has been released, the silhouette, with its large spindle grille and sharp body lines, is visible, much like the concept model. The powertrain for the "LF-NX" was announced as a combination of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and a hybrid system, but details were not provided.
In addition to the "LEXUS NX," Lexus plans to exhibit the coupe model "RC F" at the Beijing Motor Show, marking its first public appearance in China.RC F.

