Combining with the 3.5-liter V6 engine as the RX450h’s principal power source is a high output front motor with high voltage and high revolutions. The front unit consisting of this front motor, together with a generator, power split device, reduction gear and other components, works as a transmission. The compact, high-output front motor is realized by a reduction gear that amplifies the motor’s torque, helping to attain powerful driving and high fuel economy.

As soon as you enter the sports-focused environment of the F SPORT cockpit, with its exclusive black smooth leather accented by white gray round perforations and stitching, medium silver trim, and black upper trim and ceiling, you are ready for exhilarating performance. Grip the exclusive steering wheel with F SPORT emblem, and depress the drilled aluminum sport pedals and relish the feeling of control. The F SPORT pedigree is expressed in sporty details throughout the cabin including exclusive scuff plates with integrated Lexus logo.

Passive safety measures are based on a crash safety body that is comprised of a high integrity cabin with front and rear crumple zones that help absorb impact energy in a collision. It also incorporates an omni-directional compatibility body structure that pursued the coexistence of vehicles of different weight and height in a collision, and a body structure to help reduce injury to pedestrians. Inside the cabin, it is equipped with dual-stage SRS driver airbag, dual-stage SRS front passenger airbag, SRS knee airbags, SRS side airbags, and SRS curtain shield airbags.

Whichever seat you choose to sit in, and whatever the weather you’re driving through, Lexus makes cruising comfortable and enjoyable. The uncompromising pursuit of performance and functionality extends to the audio and climate control systems. The 15-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound System (Optional) was developed in collaboration with Mark Levinson, known as the ultimate in high-end audio. The proprietary 7.1-channel surround sound speaker architecture lets you enjoy an acoustic space with a rich presence.