Attack on Lexus, RX upgrade listed, 418,000-869,000

On November 12, the new RX was launched, and the avant-garde design, humanized technology, intelligent safety and technology were all highlights. It is worth noting that the official definition of the car is medium and large luxury. The background information in the launch conference showed three competing models. Although they only appeared in the outline diagram, everyone could tell that they were brand new, BMW X5 and XC90, which could be called the 2.0T large Sanbao of the new era. In addition to the size upgrade, which brought about changes in positioning, where is the new fourth generation?

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"Upgrade" starts with the shape of the vehicle. Except for the reduction in the height of the vehicle, other dimensions are fully upgraded. Among them, it is lengthened by 50mm to 2790mm. However, according to the lengthening data of 120mm in the length of the vehicle, the other 70mm is an increase in the length of the front and rear overhangs.

The size upgrade brought about a change in positioning. The previous generation model was a standard medium-sized model, while the new RX was officially upgraded to "medium and large luxury". There were three competing models in the background information of the launch conference. Although they only appeared in the outline diagram, everyone could tell that they were the new BMW X5 and XC90, which could be called the 2.0T large Sambo of the new era.

Next, let’s explore what is new about RX?

New design

The familial spindle grille is sharper and more memorable. The sharp waistline on the side, the newly designed suspended roof and the replaceable personalization express the open and inclusive design of the RX. The chief engineer in charge of the RX admitted that a month before the design was completed, Mr. Zhang Nan, the president of the group, specifically instructed that the design could be done to the extreme. Therefore, the fourth-generation RX that appears in front of people’s eyes looks more fashionable and avant-garde. Compared with the previous slightly conservative style, consumers may need time to accept it.

Technological innovation

Under the premise of putting people first, the appearance of many new configurations and functions reflects the ingenuity. The head-up display is not a new thing, but it has made it the largest in its class. How big is it? It is larger than the size of the iPad. It is 240 × 90 mm, and the important information the driver needs can appear. At the same time, the new RX is equipped with the world’s first cup holder with adjustable depth, which is convenient for placing water glasses of various heights. In addition, non-contact electric luggage compartment doors, cars, etc. are also showing humanized care. Finally, the laser engraving process applied to mass-produced models for the first time in the world combines gold and wood cleverly, and the beauty of each other is shocking.

comprehensive care

An intelligent safety system was introduced on the RX model, including four main technologies: pre-collision safety system, adaptive cruise control system, lane departure warning system and high beam automatic control system. In addition, there are more than 20 safety technology configurations such as parallel blind spot monitor, rear blind spot warning system on the reversing side, dynamic integrated management system, uphill auxiliary control system, and stability control system.

Two power combinations, eight models

2.0T dual with 6 gears, accelerating from rest to 100 kilometers per hour in 9.2 seconds (front drive), 9.5 seconds (four-wheel drive), model code RX 200t. The entry two models are front-wheel drive, followed by three models. Among them, the low configuration of the four-wheel drive model is comparable to the configuration of the front-wheel drive model, the middle configuration of the four-wheel drive model is the main push movement, and the high main push is luxurious. In addition, the 3.5-liter V6 Atkinson cycle and dual motor form a system, with a combined 6.7 liters per 100 kilometers, code-named RX 450h. Three models are available depending on the configuration.

Price: 418,000~ 869,000 RMB

The announced price slightly lower than the pre-sale price seems to be the unified action of many manufacturers recently, which seems sincere and reasonable. As a brand, there is NX under the RX and GX on the RX, and the price range has overlapped with the two models. Judging from the current market final transaction price of NX and GX, it is bound to bring a new proportion of sales to the three models. It is the best-selling sedan of the brand, and whether RX can continue to sit on the brand’s best-selling sedan remains to be tested.

Competitive model analysis

According to the official definition and pointed out competing models, the RX is a top-of-the-line model, facing the traditional large-scale. In terms of price and configuration, the 2.0T entry-level model of the BMW X5 is the most appropriate. However, the RX does not have an advantage in internal space and external dimensions. In addition, the ability to pass and off-road ability is also slightly inferior. At the same time, based on the current price analysis. The price of the new generation of parallel imports has been as low as 750,000 yuan, not to mention the model; BMW X5’s 3.0-liter, diesel model market end point is 670,000 yuan, 705,000 yuan; four of the seven models have an end point transaction price lower than the RX 450h top model.

In addition, if strictly according to the analysis of the above three competing models, the size and price are equivalent to Mercedes-Benz GLE, 4, etc. GLE has just completed the mid-term transformation, and at the same time launched a sports model to choose from; diesel can also be provided; 4’s market end point discount is huge, and off-road ability is excellent; not only has it achieved domestic production, but also excellent configuration and off-road ability.

In the price range of the RX 450h, there are also models to choose from, and, they all offer 7-seat models. Finally, there is a full-size model from Japan that is quite attractive. After a mid-term facelift, the price of the 2016 model has dropped sharply to 798,000 yuan.

In addition, the traditional medium-sized should not be underestimated, they are still a strong competitor. Although the Q5 is close to being updated, it is excellent as a whole and the domestic price is reasonable. At the same time, the imported model and SQ5 are not inferior in terms of performance. It is also facing the situation that the product cycle is approaching the end, but the market end point discount is large, which is also worth considering. Finally, it provides a rich selection of models after the country, and the price is also advantageous. There are also Shenxing, which has just been launched, and so on in this class.

RX 200t Price: 418,000 yuan~ 618,000 yuan

Recommended purchase
RX 200t Classic Edition, RX 200t F SPORT

Reason for recommendation
The above two are four-wheel drive models. The former is 40,000 yuan more expensive than the front-wheel drive high-end models. In addition to the increased four-wheel drive system, there are corresponding configuration improvements; if there are special preferences for sports performance, the latter can be satisfied. Top models have increased significantly in terms of comfort and luxury configuration. The highlights of new car promotion are everything, but the price is 120,000 yuan more expensive than the four-wheel drive basic model. It is not recommended to buy.

RX 450h Price 689,000~ 869,000

Recommended purchase
RX 450h Classic Edition – 689,000 yuan

Reason for recommendation
Although the Elegant version is an entry-level model in the RX 450h series, the basic configuration is high, the safety configuration is exactly the same as the two models with high matching, and the cost performance is high. The added configuration of the mid-matching model is generally practical, and the top model has all the highlights of the new RX, but the price is too high.

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The new RX is divided into three aspects: through, and configuration, the intelligent navigation only appears in the top model, which is somewhat unsatisfactory. The safety configuration of the three models of the RX 450h is exactly the same, which is worthy of praise. However, only the top model can enjoy all the highlights of the promotion, which is a little regrettable. In addition, all RX models still provide 4 years/100,000 km free warranty maintenance service, and the type battery system provides 10 years/250,000 km worry-free commitment.

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