Lexus RX 450h- A Jumbo Pack of Facilities

Lexus has been a leading brand in luxury hybrid cars since many years. The Lexus RX is a mid range crossover luxury SUV launched in 1998, and has had several variations over the years. The Lexus RX 450 Hybrid is the second generation RX Hybrid, launched by Lexus in 2009 as a 2010 model. It is an upgrade on the RX 400 H, and offers even more in terms of performance, and fuel efficiency.

Lexus RX 450 Hybrid is placed on a higher scale as compared to its existing models based on the features, and the appealing facilities offered by the car. It offers the desirable combination of elegance and performance thereby, making it a success in luxury hybrid cars market.

Interestingly, there are various unique features of this car that make it different not from its previous model cars, but also from other hybrid cars. The design of Lexus RX 450 Hybrid is based on L-Finesse design philosophy that reflects a combination of elegance with high performance. This stylish and elegant car has become the choice of buyers because of its exclusive exterior design, adorable front bumper, and silver grill. Available in eight colours, Lexus RX 450 Hybrid offers you a car of your choice and taste. For reducing the drag, and to enhance the smooth drive, it has been aerodynamically designed.

It is available in the market with a Smart Card, and all new touch activation pad design. It allows the users to lock, and unlock the car by just touching the handles. For providing optimum vision at night, low beam LED headlights have been placed in the cars, which are energy efficient. Lexus RX 450 is a beautiful car with elegant and comfortable interior, such as padded seats and ample leg room.

Lexus RX 450 carries a dual engine system, which is also known as Lexus Hybrid Drive. It also has a traditional gasoline engine powered by fuel. Two electric engines assist this traditional engine. Lexus RX 450 is an eco friendly car, because it saves the fuel costs, when the car runs entirely on electricity on slow speeds.

Lexus RX 450 shows a superb on-road performance, because of the fitting of first Atkinson Cycle of the world 3.5 litre V6 engine. It can travel from zero to sixty miles an hour, in 7.2 seconds, which is impressive for the fast car buyers. Driving Lexus RX 450 will be an exciting experience for you, because of its 295 horsepower, and 234 of torque. It has a greater control on the road, because of its Electronic Power Steering, which is speed sensitive, and the electronic brake system.

The RX comes with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), which offers both Eco Mode, and EV Mode drive options apart from the standard driving option. When the car is in EV mode, it can drive on electricity alone for a certain speed while the Eco mode maximises its fuel efficiency. The car also has the latest safety features, such as the Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management, which determines the most effective response in emergencies. The Pre-Collision System includes sensors, which can determine when a collision is eminent, and automatically activates the brakes. Apart from these, the car has ten airbags, and a rear view camera for better visibility.

The Pre-Collision System including sensors identifies the risk of collusion, and automatically handles the brakes. Furthermore, ten airbags for safety, and a rear view camera for improved visibility also increase the safety measures of the car. Hence, buying a luxury hybrid car with such exciting feature is really a good investment.

Danny Green is a car specialist. For more information about the Lexus RX 450h, visit the Lexus website http://www.lexus.co.uk.