MEDIA CONTACT: Christine Henley 310-347-1536 2018 Media Guide: at Monterey Car Week

Lexus is participating in this year’s Monterey Car Week with the debut of two new concepts along with a display on Peter Hay Hill and a consumer test drive event at The Quail. The Lexus LC Inspiration Concept marks the second vehicle in the series that started with the stunning LC 500 in Structural Blue while the Lexus UX 250h Concept exhibits the customization potential of the all-new compact . Additional cars on display include the GS F 10th Anniversary Edition and redesigned 2019 ES sedan.

This year’s featured vehicles include:

• LC 500 Inspiration Series Concept • 2019 UX 250h Concept • 2019 ES F SPORT sedan • 2019 GS F 10th Anniversary Edition • 2019 RC F 10th Anniversary Edition • 2018 LS 500 F SPORT • 2018 LC 500

LC Inspiration Series Concept Display Location: The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering, Pebble Beach Concept Lawn The second vehicle in Lexus’ Inspiration Series, this new concept hints at a future production car that would give the LC a customized look for a select number of owners. Highlights • Flare Yellow Paint • 21" black forged alloy wheel • Bespoke white interior • Yellow Alcantara door trim • Carbon fiber roof

2019 Lexus UX 250h Concept Display Location: The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering; Lexus Display, Peter Hay Hill The newest member of the Lexus family, the UX compact crossover offers a wide range of possibilities for customization. This concept by Clark Ishihara emphasizes the UX’s rakish styling without giving up any the practicality that makes it so useful. Highlights • NIA Auto Design ABS Lip Kit • Vossen VFS-1 wheels and Nitto Invo • Apexi N1 EXV Damper Suspension • Apexi N1-X Full Catback Exhaust System

2019 ES F SPORT in Matador Red Set to redefine its status among entry-level executive sedans, the all-new 2019 Lexus ES builds on its strengths with a more dynamic exterior design, the introduction of the first ES F SPORT and connected technology features that will complement the most connected of smart homes.

Highlights • Built on the all-new Global Architecture – K (GA- K) platform, the new ES pushes the limits of design in the luxury sedan class. • Dynamic interior design • Alexa-enabled to give drivers with Android phones (iPhone compatibility scheduled for late 2018) the ability to use natural language commands to control a variety of functions.

2019 Lexus GS F 10th Anniversary Edition Built to commemorate ten years of “F” performance, the limited-edition Lexus GS F 10th Anniversary Edition features unique matte paint, polished black wheels and an interior trimmed in Bespoke Fuji Blue accents.

Highlights • Matte Nebula Gray paint • Polished Black 19-inch BBS wheels • Blue Brembo brake calipers • Bespoke Fuji Blue interior trim • Blue Carbon

2019 Lexus RC F 10th Anniversary Edition Build to commemorate ten years of “F” performance, the limited- edition Lexus RC F 10th Anniversary Edition offers unique features that make them stand out beyond their already exceptional performance.

Highlights • Only 240 10th anniversary RC Fs will be built • Blue leather front sport seats with white accents • Blue accented shift knob, wheel and instrument panel hood • An embossed headliner is also part of the package to give the coupe’s interior an even more personalized appearance

2018 LS 500 in Manganese Luster The original LS launched the Lexus brand and the all-new 2018 LS advances the brand’s more dynamic direction. Each generation of LS sedan leading up to the all-new 2018 iteration has elevated the state of luxury, craftsmanship, performance and safety in its own way.

Highlights • Radical new design with coupe-like silhouette, yet spaciousness of prestige sedan • New platform for greatest-ever LS agility and comfort • All-new twin-turbo V6 with 416 horsepower • 10-speed automatic • All-new Lexus Safety System+ A (Advanced) Package available • New level of flagship luxury in every aspect

2018 LC 500 in Ultra White The Lexus LC 500 blends emotional design and high performance like few other cars on the road. In 2018 that focus continues as Lexus further refines the driving experience of its flagship coupe.

Highlights • 471-hp high-performance V8 and 10-speed • Independent L-shaped daytime running lights beneath ultra-compact Triple LED • Double ball joint front suspension that allows for control of the smallest movements from driver inputs and the road surface, yielding more precise steering response with better initial effort

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