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Est. 1989 in Japan
History
Lexus is the luxury vehicle division of the Japanese automaker Toyota. It is Japan's largest make of premium cars. Lexus vehicles are largely produced in Japan. They are continually ranked the best for reliability in the auto industry.
History
In 1983, Toyota started the F1 ("Flagship One") project that eventually developed into the Lexus LS 400. At the time, Japanese automakers exported more expensive models due to "voluntary export restraints" negotiated between the Japanese and American governments. The LS 400 was launched in 1989, having famously cost over $1 billion in R&D.
Lexus's vehicle lineup grew continually in the 1990s, and Toyota introduced the premium marque to the broader international markets in the 2000s. In the mid-2000s, Lexus began sales of hybrid vehicles globally, being the first premium automaker to do so.
Vehicle Lineup
Currently, Lexus has a broad model range that goes from hatchback to full-size SUV. Notably, however, no wagon is available since the discontinuation of the first-gen IS:
- Hatchback: CT
- Sedan: IS, ES, LS
- Coupe: RC, LC
- Convertible: LC
- Crossover: NX, UX, RX
- SUV: GX, LX
- Minivan: LM
Rating
69% average score for brand's products.
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![Lexus ES Welcomes Black Line Special Edition, More Powertrain Options, and Upgraded Standard Equipment for 2021](/x/A/85/11/1598082956_i.jpg)
Lexus has revealed upgrades for the ES series sedan for the 2021 model year. These include an all-wheel drive option for ES 250, a limited-edition trim option for ES 350, Black Line Special Edition, and a longer list of standard equipment. ES 250 AWDF...
22 Aug 2020 · Auto
![Lexus, BMW, and Jeep to Launch New Models and Facelifts in the Week of 2 June 2020](/x/A/21/93/1591088908_i.jpg)
As the second quarter of 2020 enters its third month, car companies are accelerating their announcements for the 2021 model year. In the week of 2 June, Lexus will unveil the next generation IS sports sedan on 9 June at 7 p.m. EDT (Eastern Time in the ...
02 Jun 2020 · Auto
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