Combining spirited performance with optimum fuel efficiency, the new LF-NX Turbo’s 2.0 litre engine paves the way for the introduction of turbocharged powerplants in future Lexus models.

Design

The new LF-NX Turbo shares the LF-NX HV’s bold, striking and innovative design, but incorporates numerous exterior and interior detail changes to reinforce the performance potential of the new 2.0 litre turbocharged powertrain.

The Lexus spindle grille now features a smoked chrome trim, while the base is underscored by a narrow, black mesh air intake above a sharp, fin-shaped, matt chrome-finished chin spoiler which reinforces the crossover concept’s low centre of gravity and sporting credentials. The vertical front air intakes are trimmed in high-gloss black paint, with a black mesh duct finish.

Both the wheel arches and the lower rocker panel are now finished in a high-gloss black painted trim, and the upper rocker panel moulding is finished in matt chrome. Above the belt line, the glazing surrounds and the door mirror upper surface share the smoked chrome finish of the front grille surround.

To the rear, a new lower bumper design is underscored by a sharp, full-width, matt chrome-finished aerodynamic diffuser. It is flanked by highly sculpted chrome exhausts shaped to reflect the styling of the front wing vertical air intakes.

A new, more aggressive alloy wheel design and a change in tyre size from the HV’s 255 50R 20 to 255 45 ZR 20 give the LF-NX Turbo concept a more sporting appearance and a wide, confident stance.

On board, reflecting the performance potential of the concept’s 2.0 litre turbocharged powerplant, instrument and switchgear including the meters, navigation screen, RTI touch tracer and touch pad, and the roof and door panels are now illuminated in a sporting red.

Powertrain

The LF-NX Turbo concept is equipped with Lexus’ first turbocharged petrol engine.

The 2.0 litre, 4-cylinder unit combines Lexus’ advanced high tumble port, fan spray fuel injection, D-4S and VVT-i combustion technologies with a cylinder head-integrated exhaust manifold and a twin scroll turbocharger with an active wastegate valve.

Through optimisation of the exhaust gas temperature, the cylinder head-integrated exhaust manifold combines a high level of performance with fuel efficiency, clean exhaust emission reliability, while the twin scroll turbocharger operates effectively across the widest possible rev range.

The LF-NX Turbo’s new powerplant targets a fast throttle response and exhilarating performance while demonstrating outstanding fuel efficiency.

Combining spirited performance with optimum fuel efficiency, the new LF-NX Turbo's 2.0 litre engine paves the way for the introduction of turbocharged powerplants in future Lexus models.DesignThe new LF-NX Turbo shares the LF-NX HV's bold, striking and innovative design, but incorporates numerous exterior and interior detail changes to reinforce the performance potential of the new 2.0 litre turbocharged powertrain.The Lexus spindle grille now features a smoked chrome trim, while the base is underscored by a narrow, black mesh air intake above a sharp, fin-shaped, matt chrome-finished chin spoiler which reinforces the crossover concept's low centre of gravity and sporting credentials. The vertical front air intakes are trimmed in high-gloss black paint, with a black mesh duct finish.Both the wheel arches and the lower rocker panel are now finished in a high-gloss black painted trim, and the upper rocker panel moulding is finished in matt chrome. Above the belt line, the glazing surrounds and the door mirror upper surface share the smoked chrome finish of the front grille surround.To the rear, a new lower bumper design is underscored by a sharp, full-width, matt chrome-finished aerodynamic diffuser. It is flanked by highly sculpted chrome exhausts shaped to reflect the styling of the front wing vertical air intakes.A new, more aggressive alloy wheel design and a change in tyre size from the HV's 255 50R 20 to 255 45 ZR 20 give the LF-NX Turbo concept a more sporting appearance and a wide, confident stance.On board, reflecting the performance potential of the concept's 2.0 litre turbocharged powerplant, instrument and switchgear including the meters, navigation screen, RTI touch tracer and touch pad, and the roof and door panels are now illuminated in a sporting red.PowertrainThe LF-NX Turbo concept is equipped with Lexus' first turbocharged petrol engine.The 2.0 litre, 4-cylinder unit combines Lexus' advanced high tumble port, fan spray fuel injection, D-4S and VVT-i combustion technologies with a cylinder head-integrated exhaust manifold and a twin scroll turbocharger with an active wastegate valve.Through optimisation of the exhaust gas temperature, the cylinder head-integrated exhaust manifold combines a high level of performance with fuel efficiency, clean exhaust emission reliability, while the twin scroll turbocharger operates effectively across the widest possible rev range.

The LF-NX Turbo's new powerplant targets a fast throttle response and exhilarating performance while demonstrating outstanding fuel efficiency.

The Lexus LF-NX, a next-generation luxury compact SUV crossover that made its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show earlier this year, has been outfitted with a newly-developed 2.0-liter turbo engine, guaranteeing superior driving and environmental performance.

A lower centre of gravity, emphasized by the front under spoiler, gives the turbo model a sportier look.

The LF-NX cuts a lean profile, with its compact, sharp body and bold tyres conveying SUV-unique power and an exciting drive.

Inside, the new remote touch interface with touchpad functionality provides a cutting-edge, user-friendly experience unique to Lexus.

Mark Templin, Executive Vice President, Lexus International

With the launch of the first RX in 1998, Lexus pioneered the premium crossover segment, combining, for the first time, all the flexibility, practicality and durability of a Sports Utility Vehicle with the handling, performance, refinement and ride of a premium sedan.

More compact than the RX at 4,640 mm long with a 2,700 mm wheelbase length, the LF-NX concept focuses on the growing segment of smaller, more urban-centric mid-sized premium crossovers, attracting a new, more design-oriented generation of discerning Lexus customers.

Exterior Design

The LF-NX concept's bold, striking and innovative exterior reflects a further evolution of Lexus' L-finesse design language, bringing more distinctive, angular and sculpted styling to the premium mid-sized crossover segment for the first time.

The front of the new concept is dominated by an imposing interpretation of the Lexus spindle grille. Both the chrome trim and grille mesh pattern increase in size as the grille widens through the lower bumper area, to accentuate the concept's wide front track and powerful stance.

The upper edges of the grille generate powerful lines which define the bonnet edges, whilst the base is underscored by a chrome-finished undertray which expresses the crossover concept's off-road credentials.

Extremely expressive, signature front lighting features three diamond-shaped LED headlamps and the independent Daytime Running Lights (DRL) first seen on the new IS sedan. The DRLs are underscored by full-length LED strip turn signal lamps.

The lower bumper flows away from the spindle grille edges into vertical air intakes, before projecting strongly forward into a unique corner detail. This separates the bumper from the front wing with an aggressive vertical cut detail that narrows to a point beneath the headlamp clusters.

Both front and rear wings are formed by a series of muscular, concave and convex curves. And the wheel arches incorporate black painted trim, hinting at the protective finish which typifies an urban crossover.

The belt line forms a pronounced diamond shape in plan form. This reaches its widest point adjacent to the B pillar before narrowing as it flows astern. Below, the door cills generate a more aggressive, angular interpretation of the rising crease line first seen on the LF-CC concept.

Above the belt line, the classic Lexus side glazing profile combines with a steeply raked tailgate and integral spoiler to create the sweeping silhouette of an athletic coupe.

The rear of the LF-NX is dominated by highly articulated lamp clusters which create an instantly identifiable light signature. They extend the full depth of the bumper, creating a sharp, aerodynamic trailing edge detail.

The classic Lexus 'L' shape of the lamp itself is scored strongly into the rear bodywork, creating an echo of the front spindle grille form.

The wide lower bumper has been deliberately detailed without a visible exhaust system, in recognition of the full hybrid powertrain's environmentally —friendly credentials.

The Lexus LF-NX concept is finished in a new Brushed Metal Silver exterior colour which gives the striking impression that the bodyshell has been carved from a single billet of solid metal.

Interior Design

In a continuation of the 'Human Oriented' L-finesse design concept realised in both the LFA and new IS, the interior mirrors the LF-NX's highly sculpted, angular exterior styling. It features bold, powerful forms which create a driver-focused cockpit within an ergonomically ideal environment.

The centre console extends the full length of the cabin to bisect the rear seats. Its highly three-dimensional framework's bright, brushed metal finish has also been applied to the driver's instrument meters, the steering wheel, the seat structure and the overhead console.

Reinforcing the LF-NX concept's premium SUV credentials, the strength and refinement of this carved metal surfacing is complemented throughout the cabin by black and Sunrise Yellow leather upholstery with contrast stitching, and sophisticated blue instrument and switchgear lighting.

Intuitive interaction with the vehicle's switchgear, instrumentation and Human Machine Interface (HMI) technology is at the heart of Lexus interior design. And the LF-NX cabin features the ideal, upper display zone and lower operation zone dashboard format perfected over successive Lexus generations.

The upper display zone features an exclusive driver's instrument meter design.

The lower operation zone allows access to a new generation of touch-sensitive, electrostatic switches and the new Lexus Remote Touch Interface (RTI). This combines a touch tracer display with a new touch pad design and an adjustable arm rest, for comfort and smooth, intuitive ease of use.

Powertrain

Reinforcing Lexus' commitment to the future of full hybrid drive technology, the LF-NX concept is equipped with a full hybrid powertrain tuned for SUV performance. This highly efficient Lexus Hybrid Drive system targets class-leading CO₂ emissions.

The full hybrid drive system combines a 2.5 litre, four-cylinder Atkinson cycle petrol engine with a powerful electric motor to drive. At lower speeds, the LF-NX can operate under electric motor power alone.

The LF-NX's highly efficient full hybrid powertrain targets performance on a par with conventionally powered rivals, whilst returning outstanding fuel consumption and class-leading CO₂ emissions.