Lexus LF-Xh hybrid SUV concept
September 15, 2008 by Alborz Fallah
Lexus has announced it will bring the LF-Xh hybrid SUV concept to next month’s Australian International Motor Show in Sydney.
The concept, which we haven’t heard all that much about previously, is powered b a V6 petrol engine coupled to a high-output electric motor hybrid system and driven via all-wheels.
Although only a concept at this stage, the LF-Xh should indicate where the design for future RX models are heading. The concept was the work of Lexus’ Shuhei Miyashita.
It appears Mr Miyashita was given some freedom to design an aggressive car, a shift from Lexus’ current “inoffensive” designs. The edgy stand and large LED headlamps, plus the handleless doors give the LF-Xh something to shout about. Oh, of course, then there is the blue hybrid badging to get the message across.
Moving inside, the interior is where the car really stands out. Although it looks almost plain on some levels, the simplicity and the flowing lines with wrap-around dashboard housing hybrid-inspired blue instruments are sure to turn a few heads in Sydney.
Lexus believes its hybrid vehicle offerings will only grow with Lexus Chief Executive John Roca noting “the LF-Xh concept demonstrates our ongoing commitment to hybrid technology as a core Lexus power-train.”
This year’s Lexus stand at the Motor Show will be the biggest to date. The Australian International Motor Show starts on October the 9th.
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looks like ‘kryton’ if he were a car!
droopy aurion/accord headlights are catching on…….
I am more interested in the power plant. Design looks good, I can see several other cars in this one.
This concept has been out for ages. The new RX series is going to be based on this design not the LX. Hopefully Lexus keeps some of the design cues from this concept in the next RX. However based on the spy photos, its very similar to the current RX.
‘S’ you are completely right, i was just about to say that…
this is the design study for the next generation RX models. look at the spy shots, and u can easily tell via the front bumper fascia, windows etc…
this even has RX design cues, like the window line and sloping tail gate. i love it!
can’t wait for the next RX.
Geez looks like the car would drive itself! What I would like to know are the stats/figures of this car, otherwise bookcover wise it looks good…
What mazdas concepts were 10-15 years ago, toyota might catchup one day.
Would be difficult to see out of.LOL.
oh the screen was just struck by a Lexus lightning bolt.
Come to the L exhibition get it?
Come and see the rear drive platform u can’t buy as a Toyota.LOL.
This is not new.
This “concept” styling actually gave birth to the Venza.
A US only cross over from Toyota.
Hints at what new styling kew next generation Toyotas are going to have.
“looks like ‘kryton’ if he were a car!
droopy aurion/accord headlights are catching on……. ”
You mean Kryten perhaps LOL…If yes I agree with u 100%…looks a bit over the top for me.