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Lexus RX 500h 2.4 Direct4 F-Sport 5dr Auto [Takumi] Review

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Lexus calls this the ‘performance hybrid’ option. It uses a turbocharged 2.4-litre engine and two electric motors to produce 366bhp, for 0-62mph in 6.2sec. It has a six-speed automatic gearbox, rather than the CVT auto box on the other two versions.

500h 2.4 Direct4

In the same way that Infiniti acts as Nissan’s premium arm, Lexus has a similar tie-in with Toyota. And since most of Toyota’s models are offered as hybrids, it’s no surprise to see the same from Lexus, although there are some traditional petrol engines, too.

The brand focuses heavily on SUVs – namely the NX and RX – but also has the CT hatchback, ES executive saloon and LS luxury car among its portfolio. More small and large SUVs are expected in the future.

Like Toyota, Lexus has built a very strong reputation for reliability and regularly finishes very close to the top of our annual Reliability Survey.

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F-Sport brings a sportier appearance with 21in alloy wheels, silver pedals and a sports steering wheel. It’s only available with the most powerful 500h, so it also brings rear-wheel steering and adaptive suspension.

F-Sport

500h 2.4 Direct4 F-Sport 5dr Auto [Takumi]

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8 way electrically adjustable front seats

LED brake lights and rear lights with emergency brake signal

Driver and front passenger 2 stage airbag

Speed sensitive electric power assisted steering

3 point ELR front and rear seatbelts with pretensioners

Wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto

Front and rear one touch power windows with voice command

Heated, auto-folding door mirrors, auto dimming with rerverse tilt, turn indicators and panoramic view sensors

Extended lexus safety system+ 3 - lane change assist, front cross traffic assist

2 way electric lumbar support for driver and front passenger

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The RX scores well for its strong refinement, plush interior and punchy performance. Reliability will be a strong point, too, and the option of a regular hybrid is great for those without easy access to a charger. While the electric range on the plug-in hybrid version isn’t as impressive as some rivals, they also cost more.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Logical and beautifully built interior, with great infotainment</li> <li>More than enough space for five passengers or, even better, seven</li> <li>Strong performance along with impressive efficiency</li> <li>Composed handling that limits any feeling of unwieldiness</li></ul>

We class a luxury SUV as being anything where our pick of the range costs more than £70,000 – and at this price point, buyers' expectations are high. So, as well as all of the qualities that make regular SUVs such well-rounded choices –&nbsp;such as decent space for passengers and luggage, a classy interior and robust materials – we also want a cosseting ride, the latest driver assistance technology and enough space to really stretch out.

The Land Rover Discovery proves that you don't need to spend a lot of money to get a luxurious SUV, but if you've got a bit more to spend, the Audi Q7 is perennially popular among buyers, and with good reason. Or, at the very top of this market, there are newer additions such as the BMW X7 to consider.

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