Lexus India has added a new entry-level Exquisite trim to the RX line-up, replacing the prior Luxury trim and dropping the hybrid luxury SUV’s base price. Specifically, the Lexus RX 350h Exquisite is Rs 6.14 lakh more affordable than the Luxury trim, which was priced at Rs 96.13 lakh. The price of the top-spec RX 500h F-Sport+ has also been reduced by Rs 9 lakh.

1. Lexus RX 350h Exquisite is the hybrid SUV’s new base variant
2. RX 350h Exquisite feature list is identical to that of the prior Luxury trim
3. It gets a 246hp 2.5-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain paired with an eCVT automatic

Here’s a price breakdown of the updated Lexus RX variant line-up:

*21-speaker Mark Levinson sound system available for Rs 2.03 lakh extra.

Lexus RX Exquisite features

No change in features list compared to Luxury trim

In terms of features, the RX Exquisite variant is identical to the outgoing Luxury trim. Highlights include a 14-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 360-degree camera, a Lexus-branded sound system (21-speaker Mark Levinson sound system available for Rs 2.03 lakh extra), 10-way powered front seats with memory functions, electrically reclinable rear seats, heating and ventilation for front and rear seats, ambient lighting, Level 2 ADAS, connected car tech, and more.

Lexus RS Exquisite engine and gearbox

2.5-litre petrol-hybrid setup makes a combined 246hp

Available in the 350h guise only, the RX Exquisite gets a 2.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol-hybrid powertrain that’s mated to an eCVT automatic. The combined output is pegged at 246hp, which is funnelled to the front wheels only and helps the RX 350h go from a standstill to 100kph in 7.9 seconds. Thanks to the strong hybrid system, the RX 350h also delivers a WLTP-certified fuel-efficiency figure of 18.6kpl (average).

All prices are ex-showroom, India.

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