New generation Lexus NX coming soon to Vietnamese customers
The second-generation luxury crossover model of Lexus will be launched in Vietnam in April, expected to have 2 completely new Hybrid and F-Sport versions.
According to information from a genuine Lexus dealer, the new generation NX that was launched globally last year will be distributed in Vietnam by the company in April. Currently, dealers have received deposits for two complete versions. new are Hybrid and F-Sport.
Exterior design of the second generation Lexus NX. Photo: Lexus.
Although only going through a new generation of development (since 2014), the NX is a strategic vehicle that helps Lexus capture market share in Europe. From 2017 to 2020, NX is Lexus’ best-selling car line here, by 2021, NX has sold nearly 20,000 units, giving the highest sales to the new UX line. For luxury car manufacturers, Europe is one of the markets with many challenges, because of the competition from big brands and the most demanding customers.
Entering the second generation, the NX has 2 hybrid engine options, which Lexus is expected to be a “sales trigger” globally, in the context of green cars receiving much acceptance.
The success of the Lexus Hybrid will help the NX have certain advantages. This crossover is a pioneer product in the transformation of Lexus, the Japanese company embodies the best of future engineering and technology.
NX body design is highly aerodynamic. Photo: Lexus.
“Developing the all-new NX was a series of challenges for Lexus. Modern technologies were applied. The team of engineers worked closely with professional drivers in the product development process, ensuring ensure that theory and practice are in harmony, helping the vehicle to achieve the best performance when operating”, said Mr. Takeaki Kato, Chief Engineer at Lexus.
The representative of the company said that the exterior design of NX took hundreds of hours of work, and was tested every detail by a team of designers and experts. The front end is inspired by the IS sedan, and the proportions have been adjusted to match the crossover style and performance. The signature spindle grille, the highlight is the 3D design. The bodywork is slit, emphasizing aerodynamics.
Lexus is a car company that has reliability highest in the last year, with 76 points, according to assessment from Consumer Report magazine. “The new generation Lexus NX promises to be a combination of aesthetics and trendy sports style for Vietnamese customers,” said a representative of the company.
The Lexus NX 350h is an all-new Hybrid version. Photo: Lexus.
The new generation NX interior carries the Tazuna philosophy (bridle in Japanese), inspired by the handling of a horse’s reins. The NX is the first model to be applied by Lexus to this new design philosophy, with the message to help the driver focus on driving the vehicle. The position of the steering wheel, the layout of the function control buttons … are designed to bring the highest ergonomics.
“We determined the ideal space for the cabin was to inspire and bring convenience to the driver,” said Lexus chief engineer. “The philosophy Tazuna started with on the new NX will be the benchmark for future products of this luxury car company.”
The first generation Lexus NX launched in 2014 has brought certain successes to the Japanese luxury car company. Eight years later, the series of innovations of the second generation NX are expected to continue to be explored by Lexus, starting a new chapter of the brand on a global scale.
Quang Anh
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