SPRING 2018 EDITION

FLEET FOCUSED

Enter Welcome to Fleet Focused By 2040, UK sales of conventional petrol and diesel cars be banned.

The UK Government’s latest Clean Air Plan Our latest 29-vehicle range includes proposals in July follow demands from the 17 petrol and plug-in hybrid models plus High Court to act. In 37 out of 43 zones in Mirai, our game-changing hydrogen fuel Neil Broad General Manager the UK, levels of life-limiting NO2 (nitrous cell vehicle. I hope you enjoy reading & Fleet oxide) remain illegal, breaching EU limits about our latest choices, accolades imposed in 2010*. Latest plans place the and ambitions. For advice, or to arrange onus on 23 local councils to intervene. Daily test drives, simply contact your nearest toxicity charges and penalties for polluting business centre or one of our fleet team. vehicles entering central London are now in effect.

For decades Toyota and Lexus have General Manager championed cleaner, more efficient vehicles. Our petrol-electric hybrids have won over more than 11 million drivers. Now exciting zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) are poised to do the same.

* https://www.clientearth.org/clientearth-demands- urgent-clarification-uk-governments-air-quality-plans/ 1 Discover Business Plus

Keen to reduce costs? 3-day extended test drives Need fast, efficient support to Be 100% confident of your model manage your fleet? choice. Take a Toyota or Lexus model for an extended 3-day test drive. Visit Get services and tools tailored to toyotalexusfleet.co.uk/testdrive your operation with Toyota & Lexus Business Plus. Fast, flexible finance solutions Access competitive, flexible solutions to rent Wide vehicle range plus an or own vehicles. Toyota & Lexus Financial LCV specialist network Services funds business rental finance like leasing, contract hire and finance lease, and Visit any Toyota or Lexus Business Centre for ownership solutions including hire purchase, an unprecedented selection of model types, personal contract hire and lease purchase – specifications and drivetrain technologies. In all available with a pre-approved credit line. addition, Toyota’s specialist light commercial vehicle network offers the all-new PROACE Informed decisions passenger/cargo models plus a new Get same-day access to fleet specialists generation of Hilux pick-ups. at our Business Centres. The skilled staff are trained to give best advice on tax and whole-life costs, model choices, funding methods and fleet requirements.

2 Transparent costs Benefit from capped labour rates and oil prices, and guaranteed parts discounts. For example, if wiper blades or screen wash need replacing during a service, there’s no labour charge.

Effortless servicing Enjoy free vehicle collection and delivery (with wash and vac), plus a guaranteed booking within three working days. Express servicing in under 90 minutes cuts waiting times at over 100 Business Centres, whilst free Wi-Fi ensures drivers can still work.

Business daily hire Hire a Toyota or Lexus vehicle, including hybrid and commercial models, from our specialist rental centres. Take off in something different from just £9.99 a day. Find out more at toyotalexusfleet.co.uk/rental

3 Our hybrid range Toyota models

Yaris Auris Why petrol-electric hybrid? BIK* from 13% BIK* from 17% CO2 from 75g/km CO2 from 79g/km † NOx from 6mg/km NOx† from 6mg/km Convenient: an electric car range that you don’t need to plug in

Lower whole-life costs: typically

cheaper to buy, own and run than Auris Touring Sports Prius an equivalent diesel model BIK* from 17% BIK* from 13% CO2 from 81g/km CO2 from 70g/km † Greener: low CO2, near-zero NOx† from 6mg/km NOx from 16mg/km NOx and particulates

Easier: all the cost benefits without the range anxiety Prius Plug-in Prius+ Less tax: reduce personal BIK* from 9% BIK* from 18% CO2 from 22g/km CO2 from 96g/km and company car tax, National NOx† from 0.8mg/km NOx† from 6mg/km Insurance and Vehicle Excise Duty

Improved MPG: get more miles with less fuel C-HR RAV4 Reduced maintenance: fewer BIK* from 17% BIK* from 22% components keep service, CO2 from 86g/km CO2 from 115g /km NOx† from 9mg/km NOx† from 7mg/km maintenance and repair costs low

* BIK tax year 2017/18 † The NOx figures are sourced from official EU regulated test results and are provided for comparability purposes. They may not be representative of all operating conditions. 4 Lexus models

CT 200h IS 300h BIK* from 17% BIK* from 18% CO2 from 88g/km CO2 from 97g/km NOx† from 5mg/km NOx† from 6mg/km

NEW LS 500h GS 450h GS 300h Pioneering flagship saloon, BIK* from 19% BIK* from 27% CO2 from 104g/km CO2 from 141g/km arriving 2018 NOx† from 11mg /km NOx† from 6mg/km

MPG† Hybrid 43.5 CO2 from 147g/km BIK* from 28%

RC 300h LC 500h BIK* from 21% BIK* from 28% CO2 from 113g /km CO2 from 147g/km “WE AIMED TO CREATE A CAR NOx† from 6mg/km NOx† from TBC WITH INNOVATIVE, EMOTIONAL AND SENSUAL APPEAL THAT WOULD DRAW CUSTOMERS’ EYES AWAY FROM OTHER

NX 300h RX 450h LUXURY CARS AND PROVIDE BIK* from 22% BIK* from 23% ENTIRELY NEW VALUES.” CO2 from 116g/km CO2 from 120g/km TOSHIO ASAHI, CHIEF ENGINEER NOx† from 6mg/km NOx† from 17mg/km

5 Tools to make your choices clear

Toyota & Lexus Fleet has developed clear, accurate and free resources to help. Available to both employers and company car drivers, these tools take the guesswork out of tax implications of past or current UK marques, models and specifications.

My Car Tax Guide App (Apple iOS/Android/web)

Quickly cut through the business car tax and finance maze with this interactive guide. It’s the most comprehensive dedicated company car tax guide available.

Dedicated tax and finance literature and tables

Quick considerations guide

Links for the latest information To download MyCarTax Guide app, click here. Full digital guide to tax, finance

and company cars Alternatively view online at taxability.toyota.co.uk/home.html or visit the Apple App Store or Google Play.

6 Tax thresholds for company car Vehicle Excise Duty tables taxation and National Insurance Cars registered on or after 1st April 2017

2017/18 2018/19 2019/20 2 Standard rate for vehicles CO * * * Standard rate for vehicles costing over £40,000 BIK BIK BIK 1st year – based on CO2 costing under £40,000 on emissions on first registration. Petrol Petrol Petrol first registration g/km % % % Hybrid, Hybrid, Hybrid, 0-50 9 13 16 Hybrid, Petrol & Petrol & Hydrogen & Petrol & Hydrogen & Petrol & Hydrogen & New Hydrogen & 51-75 13 16 19 Diesel Diesel Electric Diesel Electric over Diesel Electric over CO2 Electric 76-94 17 19 22 bands < £40k £40k £40k 95-99 18 20 23 Year 1 ONLY Years 2 + Years 2 - 6 ( Total 5 Years ) Years 7 + 100-104 19 21 24 0 £- £- £- £- £310 £310 £- £- 105-109 20 22 25 1-50 £10 £- £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 110-114 21 23 26 51-75 £25 £15 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 115-119 22 24 27 76-90 £100 £90 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 120-124 23 25 28 91-100 £120 £110 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 125-129 24 26 29 130-134 25 27 30 101-110 £140 £130 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 135-139 26 28 31 111-130 £160 £150 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 140-144 27 29 32 131-150 £200 £190 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 145-149 28 30 33 151-170 £500 £490 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 150-154 29 31 34 171-190 £800 £790 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 155-159 30 32 35 191-225 £1,200 £1,190 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 160-164 31 33 36 226-255 £1,700 £1,690 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 165-169 32 34 37 Over 255 £2,000 £1,990 £140 £130 £450 £440 £140 £130 170-174 33 35 37 175-179 34 36 37 180-184 35 37 37 Company vans To calculate P11D price: deduct VED and 185-189 36 37 37 During 2017/18 the taxable first registration fee from the on-the-road 190-194 37 37 37 price including accessories and options benefit for the unrestricted use of company vans is a flat £3,170 plus 195-199 37 37 37 fitted before delivery. a further £598 of taxable benefit if 200-204 37 37 37 * All cars propelled solely by diesel are subject fuel is provided by the employer 205-209 37 37 37 to a 3% supplement, up to a maximum of for private travel. 37%. The 3% diesel supplement will now be 210+ 37 37 37 applied until April 2021.

7 To contact our team directly, or to find out more and locate your nearest Business Centre, visit toyotalexusfleet.co.uk or call 0344 701 6186.

Name Job title Region Phone Email

National Management

Stuart Ferma National Fleet Sales Manager National 07901 528 482 [email protected]

National Fleet Support Team National 01737 367 023 [email protected]

Public Sector and Motability

Alan Barrett National Public Sector & Motability Manager National 07799 687 527 [email protected]

Contract Hire and Rental Manager

Jake Miller CHL & Rental – North Manager North 07713 214 411 [email protected]

Robert Bryant CHL & Rental – South Manager South 07798 661 286 [email protected]

Fleets operating over 500 vehicles, regional CHL and rental

Paul O’Connor Regional Fleet Sales Manager North & Northern Ireland 07764 249 745 paul.o'[email protected]

Simon Calado Regional Fleet Sales Manager Midlands & South West 07787 560 128 [email protected]

Stephen Craig Regional Fleet Sales Manager South East 07899 066 376 [email protected]

Fleets operating 25 to 500 vehicles

Stephen Russell Area Fleet Sales Manager North East & Scotland 07919 573 254 [email protected]

Colette Mansell Area Fleet Sales Manager North West & North Wales 07713 210 796 [email protected]

Lisa Buckley Area Fleet Sales Manager Yorkshire & North East 07876 396 716 [email protected]

Collette Harris Area Fleet Sales Manager Midlands East 07713 214 418 [email protected]

James Dunne Area Fleet Sales Manager Midlands West 07788 913 780 [email protected]

Hayley Kirby Area Fleet Sales Manager Midlands South & East Anglia 07876 396 556 [email protected]

Kevin Tillotson South West & South Wales South West & South Wales 07827 233 484 [email protected]

Lindsay Pereira Area Fleet Sales Manager South West, London 07990 579 479 [email protected]

Graeme Cator Area Fleet Sales Manager South East, London 07917 559 648 [email protected]

Suzy Swift Area Fleet Sales Manager North West, London 07920 768 625 [email protected]

Adam Hutchinson Area Fleet Sales Manager North East, London 07717 558 348 [email protected]

8 TOYOTA & LEXUS FLEET IS THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR YOUR BUSINESS. THREE CLASS-LEADING VEHICLE RANGES OFFER EXCEPTIONAL WHOLE-LIFE COSTS ON EVERYTHING FROM CITY CARS TO EXECUTIVE SALOONS, LCVS TO LUXURY SUVS.

To find out more,visit toyotalexusfleet.co.uk or call 0344 701 6186.

Whilst every effort is made to reproduce accurate information, we reserve the right to change specifications, equipment and availability without prior notice. Vehicles shown may not be UK specification. GBTLF 11 17 V1A SPRING 2018 EDITION FLEET FOCUSED Big role for tiny Toyota Business Plus Page 8 After taking the Parkers New are true ‘full’ hybrids. When the petrol is not needed, it shuts Car of the Year award with the off completely, so the vehicle can run The Toyota range C-HR, Toyota hybrids lead the cleanly on electric power alone. And, unlike all-electric, battery-powered cars, Page 11 way in more ways than one. there’s no need for lengthy recharging. More than 200,000 UK customers now You’ll never have to worry about having drive a Toyota or Lexus petrol-electric enough charge to make a journey. hybrid. By 2020, global sales of our hybrids Whether it’s satisfying business Legends together are likely to reach over 15 million vehicles. drivers, reducing emissions and costs Page 18 Unlike other manufacturers who choose or configuring the perfect light to compromise on hybrid technology, commercial vehicle, look no further Toyota refuses. All our petrol-electric cars than the latest Toyota range.

04 Warranties and servicing 06 Petrol-electric hybrid 07 Hydrogen fuel cell technology 09 A sports car leader 11 The Toyota range 15 Toyota commercial vehicles

2 Concept-i series to learn from its drivers Toyota has unveiled three visions of personal mobility solutions that exploit GR HV Sports concept artificial intelligence to Coupling the thrill of a Targa top sports car with eco-credentials, understand drivers. the matt black GR HV is powered by Toyota Hybrid System - Racing Concept-i introduces deep learning Concept-i WALK, meanwhile, offers (THS-R) technology refined by the to establish driver preferences, compact, safe mobility for one person on TS050 Hybrid that competes in the enhancing safety and enjoyment. pavements and in pedestrianised areas, World Endurance Championship. and includes an intelligent automated The four-wheel, four-seat Toyota driving function. Concept-i model uses biometrics, sensors and a digital assistant, Yui, to engage with the driver and assist with routine tasks. Concept-i RIDE, a smaller two-seat urban mobility vehicle, features a sliding seat and joystick, making it more accessible for wheelchair users and the elderly.

3 Class-leading warranties and servicing

Worry-free Toyota Fixed-price Toyota warranties servicing

Combine award-winning reliability Prioritise business productivity with market-leading warranty cover, and control costs with Toyota whatever model you choose… Business Centre servicing… • 5-year/100,000-mile mechanical • Over 60 Business Centres warranty, fully transferable • Appointment <3 days – guaranteed 12-year anti-corrosion and • Express 90-minute servicing perforation warranty • • Free Business Centre Wi-Fi • 3-year paintwork and surface rust guarantee • Free collection and delivery (with wash and vac) • 10-year hybrid battery warranty with Business Centre servicing • Capped labour rates, transparent costs Press perspectives: GRMN

Selected UK motoring press “It bucks the trend, instead opting for a 1.8-litre became the first to get supercharged inline-four, [offering] behind the wheel of Toyota’s somewhere in the region of 215bhp new hot hatch, the Yaris and a 0-62mph time of 6.3 seconds.” GRMN. After flying around the CarThrottle famous Nürburgring circuit, “Above 5,000rpm – by which point most turbo drivers have probably here’s what they think… changed up a gear – the GRMN is just wild, building pace ferociously…”

“Being so small and light (1,135kg) the Yaris GRMN is just a huge amount of fun to fling around, which is what really matters.”

Pistonheads

“The chassis is just about as focused as they come in this sector. It feels firm, with lots of support at each corner…”

Autocar

5 MILLION Petrol-electric hybrid: BY 2020 TARGET FOR what drives you? 15 HYBRID SALES

MILLION TONNES More than 11 million drivers worldwide have now chosen a Toyota or Lexus OF CO2 SAVED hybrid. For many, it’s certainly a matter of conscience: the wish to directly BY OUR HYBRIDS improve air quality and the environment. But that’s just the start. Choosing 77 to drive a hybrid brings many other benefits too…

HYBRID MODELS • Comfort: smooth, quiet and clean • Easier: all the cost benefits ON SALE electric motor boosted by the petrol without the range anxiety WORLDWIDE engine when needed 33 • Less tax: reduce personal and • Convenience: an electric-powered company car tax, National car you don’t need to plug in Insurance and Vehicle Excise Duty COUNTRIES & REGIONS WHERE Lower whole-life costs: typically Improved MPG: get more miles TOYOTA HYBRIDS • • ARE SOLD cheaper to buy, own and run than with less fuel >90 an equivalent diesel model • Reduced maintenance: fewer • Greener: low CO2, near-zero NOx components keep service, MILLION PRIUS and particulates maintenance and repair costs low SOLD GLOBALLY SINCE 1997 >4

6 Record run: Mirai Hydrogen fuel cell leads marathon Guaranteeing zero air pollution, a Mirai timing car led competitors technology in the men’s and women’s marathons and race walks at Trucks, generators, marathons and more the IAAF World Championships in London.

As sales of Mirai, Toyota’s hydrogen Using two Mirai fuel cell stacks and a Whilst athletes lost around fuel cell vehicle, go from strength to 12kWh battery, the truck generates 3-4kg in sweat, the Mirai strength, more pioneering initiatives more than 670hp and 1,325 lb/ft torque. produced around 3kg of pure are highlighting the value of clean Carrying over 36,000kg, its estimated water over the 26-mile course. power from hydrogen technology… driving range is more than 200 miles per tank. Hydrogen-powered passenger transport is also arriving. In 2020, visitors to the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo will be served by over 100 fuel cell buses. “As it did with Prius

Zero-emission trucking and Mirai, Toyota is In a study at the Port of Los Angeles, taking a leap into the USA, Toyota is shaping emission-free haulage. Dubbed Project Portal, the future of technology.” proof-of-concept truck showcases a Mary D Nichols, Chair, California hydrogen fuel cell system specifically Air Resources Board designed for heavy-duty truck use.

7 Big role for tiny Toyotas @IAAF

A fleet of scale Toyota Hilux payloads up to 10kg – equivalent to one hammer, three discuses or three models helped to ensure javelins at a time. the smooth running of field That compares to a full-size Toyota Hilux events in the IAAF World Double Cab that’s powered by a 148bhp Championships in London. turbodiesel engine and can handle loads 100 times heavier – up to 1,045kg. The radio-controlled pick-ups, finished in full official championship livery, Each mini-Hilux was hand built in were among the retriever vehicles for Switzerland by Christian Riedel, himself the throwing events – used to carry a former multi-discipline athlete. Toyota discuses, hammers and javelins back to is an official partner to the IAAF World the competitors’ pool after each round. Championships and has supplied a large Powered by a 2.6kWh electric motor fleet of petrol-electric hybrid vehicles as reaching up to 24mph, they can handle chauffeur transport for the athletes.

8 Toyota: a sports car leader Since the 1960s, Toyota has surprised and delighted the world with iconic sports car designs. Here’s a selection of the most loved – including the latest GT86.

1962 onward 1965 onward 1970 onward 1978 onward

Sports 800 2000GT Celica Supra

Super lightweight, Toyota’s Starring in the 1967 James Practical and affordable, Longer, wider and more first production sports car Bond film ‘You Only Live the Celica went on to powerful than the delivered a responsive drive Twice’, the 2000GT became attack the 1986 World Celica, the Supra earned and excellent fuel economy. instantly recognisable. Rally Championship. legendary status during the 80s and 90s.

9 “If it’s not fun to drive, it’s not a car” Toyota President Akio Toyoda

1983 onward 1984 onward 2011 - PRESENT

Corolla (AE86) Levin MR2 GT86 2017 GT86 model Inspired by Toyota’s highlights sporting icons, engineers • Improved handling, and designers collaborated stability and ride comfort to create a new-generation • Track mode for sports classic. A high-revving driving ‘Boxer’ engine, a low centre of gravity and a lightweight • Wing-type rear spoiler body gives the GT86 great • LED headlights / rear lights handling and performance. • New trim and upholstery The world’s bestselling Compact, agile and boasting vehicle has also produced an optional T-bar roof, the Toyota GB thought the great sporting Toyotas like MR2 won Japanese Car of GT86 qualities should be the rear-wheel drive AE86. the Year 1984-85. broadcast further afield. Into space, in fact.

Check out here.

10 The Toyota range

• Look after your company car • Proven quality, reliability and drivers and your bottom line financial savings • Wide choice of 16 Toyota models, • Class-leading 100% write-down from supermini to SUV to allowances on vehicles emitting commercial vehicles 75g/km CO2 and below • 8 petrol-electric hybrids and 1 hydrogen fuel cell model

11 Aygo Auris The bold, agile and connected small Compact yet spacious, lavishly car with a fun personality equipped yet exceptional value

MPG† Petrol 68.9 MPG† Petrol 61.4 Diesel 80.7 Hybrid 80.7 Yaris CO2 from 95g/km CO2 from 79g/km Congestion-charge-free with BIK* from 18% Sub BIK* from 17% British Sub exceptional whole-life costs 100g/km Built 100g/km

MPG† Petrol 65.7 Hybrid 85.6 CO2 from 75g/km BIK* from 13%

Sub 100g/km

“If you’re looking for a small car with extremely low running costs, Auris Touring Sports Verso Versatile estate with the lowest tax in its 5-seat or 7-seat MPV designed then the Toyota Yaris makes a class, exceptional space and equipment with maximum versatility compelling case for itself.” MPG† Petrol 58.9 Diesel 72.4 Hybrid 80.7 MPG† Petrol 43.5 Diesel 62.8 CARBUYER.CO.UK CO2 from 81g/km CO2 from 119g/km BIK* from 17% British Sub BIK* from 25% Built 100g/km

12 † Combined up to * BIK tax year 2017/18 Prius Plug-in Prius Prius+ Super efficient, this hybrid offers 39 miles The world’s favourite hybrid, offering Class-leading CO2 for 7-seat MPV of pure electric running refinement and economy MPG† Hybrid 68.9 † † MPG Hybrid 283 MPG Hybrid 94.1 CO2 from 96g/km CO2 from 22g/km CO2 from 70g/km BIK* from 18% from Sub from Sub Sub BIK* 9% 100g/km BIK* 13% 100g/km 100g/km

Mirai Avensis Avensis Touring Sports The world’s first dedicated mass-produced Refined looks meet engineering Spacious and versatile fleet hydrogen fuel cell vehicle with zero emissions excellence for a rewarding drive favourite estate

Range Hydrogen up to 300 miles MPG† Petrol 47.9 Diesel 67.3 MPG† Petrol 47.1 Diesel 67.3 CO2 from 0g/km CO2 from 108g/km CO2 from 109g/km BIK* from 9% Sub BIK* from 23% British BIK* from 23% British 100g/km Built Built

† Combined up to * BIK tax year 2017/18 13 RAV4 GT86 Distinctive SUV, now with hybrid technology Control, grip and stability that puts the driver back in touch with the road MPG† Petrol 43.5 Diesel 60.1 Hybrid 57.6 † C-HR CO2 from 115g/km MPG Petrol 39.8 BIK* from 22% CO2 from 164g/km Flow through urban life BIK* from 31% MPG† Petrol 47.9 Hybrid 74.3 CO2 from 86g/km BIK* from 17%

Sub 100g/km

“It’s a stylish and refreshing change from the norm, and has Land Cruiser PROACE VERSO a brilliant hybrid option and Simply invincible! People carrier with a choice of 3 grades and Toyota’s reputation behind it.” 3 body lengths with seating for up to 9 MPG† Diesel 39.2 † THE TELEGRAPH CO2 from 190g/km MPG Diesel 54.3 BIK* from 37% CO2 from 137g/km BIK* from 29%

14 The commercial range

• Five-year/100,000-mile warranty • Robust safety systems • Powerful • Competitive contract hire finance options • Multiple awards

15 Panel Van Crew Cab PROACE Available lengths Compact, Medium, Long Available lengths Long Available with a total of 11 body style Engines 1.6D 5MT 95hp, 1.6D Engines 2.0D 6MT 120hp and length combinations, plus a 6MT 115hp, 2.0D 6MT Towing capacity up to 2.5t selection of door configurations 120hp Payload up to 1.4t MPG† Diesel 54.3 Towing capacity up to 2.5t Seats 6 CO2 from 137g/km Payload up to 1.4t

Load length Compact: 2,162mm Medium: 2,512mm Long: 2,862mm

Load length with Compact: 3,324mm Smart Cargo Medium: 3,674mm Long: 4,026mm

Cubic capacity Compact: 4.6m3 Medium: 5.3m3 Long: 6.1m3 Cubic capacity Compact: 5.1m3 Combi Platform Cab with Smart Cargo Medium: 5.8m3 Available lengths Medium Available lengths Medium Long: 6.6m3 Engines 1.6D 6MT 115hp Engines 2.0D 6MT 120hp Euro pallets Compact: 2 Towing capacity up to 2.5t Towing capacity up to 2.5t Medium: 3 Payload up to 1.4t Payload up to 1.4t Long: 3 Seats 9 Cabin storage 35l

16 Single Cab Extra Cab Hilux Payload (max) 1,030kg Payload (max) 1,040kg The UK’s bestselling pick-up just got Kerb weight 1,975kg Kerb weight 2,050kg better, with a new model now available Min ground clearance 277mm Min ground clearance 289mm Deck size (WxL) 1,575 x 2,315mm Deck size (WxL) 1,540 x 1,810mm MPG† Diesel 40.4 CO2 from 185g/km 3,085mm Length 5,330mm Towing capacity up to 3.5t

“The latest Hilux continues the mighty legacy of its predecessors, and those with a professional need for a pick-up will find it more Double Cab compelling than ever.” Payload (max) 1,115kg Kerb weight (up to) 2,095kg AUTOCAR Min ground clearance 293mm Deck size (WxL) 1,540 x 1,525mm

† Combined up to 17 Celebrating its 25th year, the annual Flying Legends Air Show sees rare Legends aircraft from the world over converge on IWM Duxford’s 1940s wartime airfield. Each show culminates in the balbo, a together massed-formation flying finale. The Hilux, boasting a livery to evoke the Hilux @ IWM Duxford look and feel of the era, was loaned to the organisers for use by ground crews This July, the Imperial War Museum tending the classic aircraft including (IWM) Duxford saw the skies filled with Spitfires, Hurricanes and Mustangs. The remarkable historic aircraft – and a vehicle towed aircraft, delivered starters distinctive Toyota Hilux supporting The and personnel along the flightline to help Fighter Collection (TFC) engineers and keep the show running smoothly. pilots on the ground.

18 To find out more, visittoyotalexusfleet.co.uk or call 0344 701 6186. GBTLF-11-17-V1B SPRING 2018 EDITION FLEET FOCUSED LC 500 in motorsport LEXUS BUSINESS PLUS Page 7

This year, embodying the brand’s new ‘Experience the consequences. In the all-new LS saloon, the Amazing’ campaign, Lexus offers innovative, Lexus Safety System+ A package includes Active Interior perfection trusted, efficient and rewarding driving choices for Steering Assist, helping to avert collisions that UK business fleets. cannot be avoided through automatic braking Page 11 alone, and Front Cross Traffic Alert, warning of As well as receiving multiple industry accolades risks at junctions. and awards (see opposite), Lexus engineering has broken further new ground. The Lexus Safety From the bold new luxury flagship Lexus LS to the System+ helps to monitor the car’s surroundings LC coupé grand tourer, NX luxury SUV The Lexus range and the driver’s responses. Recognising certain and updated CT compact hatchback, for quality, collision risks, the system supports drivers to responsible, enjoyable driving, discover Lexus. Page 12 help prevent a collision happening, or lessen

04 Lexus dealerships ‘the best’ 06 Press perspectives: IS 300h 08 Petrol-electric hybrid 10 Smart safety 12 The Lexus range

2 “WE’VE ALWAYS KNOWN LEXUS BUILDS GREAT QUALITY CARS, BUT LEXUS: BEST THERE’S NOW AN ADDED DOSE OF DESIRABILITY TO THE RANGE TOO. MANUFACTURER IT’S NO SURPRISE THAT OWNERS ARE SO HAPPY WITH THEIR PURCHASES.” 2017 GRAHAM HOPE, AUTO EXPRESS EDITOR

Lexus has been named ‘best manufacturer’ in Auto Graham Hope, Auto Express Editor, said: how we are successfully pushing new boundaries Express’s 2017 Driver Power survey. The accolade “Lexus has deservedly been crowned best car in design and technology, making high-quality joins a 2017 win for ‘best premium SUV’ by the manufacturer by our readers with a set of results cars that have stand-out styling, are rewarding RX 450h, and Lexus taking three of the top four that demonstrates the brand’s all-round appeal, to drive and are genuinely desirable to own. positions for car reliability in last year’s survey. being voted number one in areas as diverse as Thanks to our unmatched experience with exterior styling, engine and gearbox performance hybrid power in the premium market, we are also Based on the real-world experiences of thousands and reliability and build quality.” able to provide a great driving experience with of new car owners, the survey placed Lexus ahead exceptional efficiency.” in four out of nine qualifying categories, achieving Ewan Shepherd, Lexus UK Director, said: “This a overall top ranking with a score of 92.29%. huge reward for Lexus and great recognition of

3 LEXUS DEALERSHIPS ‘THE BEST’

There’s a Japanese tradition of delivering Driver Power polled Auto Express readers about hospitality openly, from the heart. It’s called the franchised dealerships they use, covering ‘Omotenashi’. For Lexus, this philosophy shapes issues such as the facilities available on-site, the welcoming, professional and courteous availability of courtesy cars, staff politeness, the service provided to every customer. So it’s fitting standard and speed of work carried out, clear that when this year’s Auto Express Drive Power communications and value for money. survey looked at the dealership experience of thousands of UK motorists, the quality of Lexus An overall 90.66% score places Lexus dealerships dealerships stood apart. as the best in the industry in 2017.

4 AWARD-WINNING WARRANTIES AND SERVICING

WORRY-FREE LEXUS FIXED-PRICE LEXUS WARRANTIES SERVICING Combine award-winning reliability with Prioritise business productivity and control market-leading warranty cover, whatever costs with Business Centre servicing… model you choose… • Award-winning service: Lexus customer • 3-year/60,000-mile mechanical service has been crowned as the warranty, fully transferable highest-ranking luxury brand in the 2017 12-year anti-corrosion and JD Power Customer Service Index Study • th perforation warranty – the 17 time Lexus has won the award • 3-year paintwork and surface rust guarantee • 38 Business Centres • For hybrid vehicles, 5-year or • Appointment within three days – 60,000-mile cover for both the hybrid guaranteed components and the hybrid battery • Express 90-minute servicing • 10-year hybrid battery warranty • Free Business Centre Wi-Fi with Business Centre servicing • Free collection and delivery (with wash and vac) • Capped labour rates, transparent costs

5 PRESS PERSPECTIVES: “THE QUALITY CABIN, RELAXED LOW-SPEED DRIVING LEXUS IS 300h EXPERIENCE AND LOW CO2 EMISSIONS WILL ALL APPEAL…”

AUTO EXPRESS LATEST MOTORING EXPERT VERDICTS ON THE LEXUS IS 300H… “It’s a lovely car to cover long distances in, doing “Around town, the IS 300h is whisper quiet with “ON PAPER, THE LEXUS IS 300H away with the rumble and vibration of diesel the running at low revs, delivering F SPORT TICKS ALL THE RIGHT power and slipping imperceptibly between petrol one of the most refined low-speed experiences in BOXES – IT’S NOT GERMAN, IT and electric power.” the class.” HAS A FABULOUS INTERIOR, FLEET WORLD WHAT CAR? AND IT’S VERY SAFE.” “For those who dare to be different the IS offers CAR plenty – a realistic alternative to anything from Germany, highly equipped and very competitive on all fronts.” “THOSE WHO END UP BEHIND THE WHEEL OF AN IS 300H DAILY POST CAN REST ASSURED THAT IT’S A RATHER FINE CAR.”

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6 LEXUS LC 500: A MOTORSPORT LEGEND

2017 LEXUS LC 500 SEASON HIGHLIGHTS ROUND 1, Okayama: top seven places to Lexus; fastest lap; pole position to the KeePer TOM’S LC 500 ROUND 2, Fuji Circuit: first place, Lexus (Lexus Yuki Tachikawa and Hiroaki Ishirua) ROUND 3, Autopolis: first place, Lexus (James Rossiter and Kazuki Nakajima) ROUND 4, Sugo: first place, Lexus (Kovalainen and Hirate)

After a record-winning streak of five GT 500 On the day, it was just six-tenths of a second races in a row since 2016, and four events to open at the line that saw the legendary Lexus ZENT the 2017 season, Lexus Team WedsSport Bandoh LC 500 held at third place by the Motul Autech achieved the fastest free practice session time for NISMO GT-R. the Fuji GT 300km race.

7 PETROL-ELECTRIC HYBRID: WHAT DRIVES YOU? MILLION LEXUS HYBRID SALES More than 11 million drivers worldwide have now • Comfort: smooth, quiet and clean 1 chosen a Toyota or Lexus hybrid. For many, it’s electric motor boosted by the petrol certainly a matter of conscience: the wish to engine when needed directly improve air quality and the environment. MILLION TONNES But it doesn’t stop there. Choosing to drive a • Convenience: an electric-powered car you don’t need to plug in OF CO2 SAVED hybrid brings many other benefits too… BY OUR HYBRIDS • Lower whole-life costs: typically 77 cheaper to buy, own and run than an equivalent diesel model HYBRID MODELS Greener: low CO2, near-zero NOx • ON SALE and particulates WORLDWIDE • Easier: all the cost benefits without 33 the range anxiety • Less tax: reduce personal and company OF LEXUS car tax, National Insurance and Vehicle VEHICLES SOLD Excise Duty IN UK LAST YEAR WERE HYBRIDS Improved MPG: get more miles See for yourself. To arrange an extended 3-day • 98% with less fuel test drive on any hybrid model in the range, visit toyotalexusfleet.co.uk/testdrive • Reduced maintenance: fewer COUNTRIES & components keep service, maintenance REGIONS WHERE and repair costs low LEXUS HYBRIDS >65 ARE SOLD

8 LS 500h HYBRID: CHALLENGING CONVENTION

In March 2017, at the Geneva show, the full hybrid “RATHER THAN BEING BOUND BY model variant, the LS 500h, made its debut. The THE CONVENTIONS THAT HAD LS 500h adopts Lexus’ new Multi Stage Hybrid System, a breakthrough technology improving DEFINED LUXURY CARS IN THE PAST, responsiveness and efficiency. The Lexus Hybrid WE AIMED TO CREATE A CAR WITH Drive powertrain also offers more direct throttle INNOVATIVE, EMOTIONAL AND response, which is particularly noticeable when SENSUAL APPEAL THAT WOULD pulling away from stationary. From standstill, the DRAW CUSTOMERS’ EYES AWAY LS 500h reaches 62mph in just 5.4 seconds. The electric-mode cruising speed is also increased – FROM OTHER LUXURY CARS AND up to 87mph with a lower rpm. PROVIDE ENTIRELY NEW VALUES.” Sporting a 3.5-litre Dual VVT-i V6 petrol engine TOSHIO ASAHI, CHIEF ENGINEER and two electric motors, and offered in rear and all-wheel drive versions, the powertrain delivers a maximum power of 354bhp/264kW. The LS 500h’s advanced safety features include the Lexus Safety System+ package – the world’s first intuitive pedestrian detection function with active Earlier this year, Lexus unveiled the all-new steering. If a pedestrian is detected on the road LS 500 – and revealed a car that completely ahead and a collision is imminent, this system will reimagined what a flagship saloon should be. automatically apply the car’s brakes and steer Developing 415bhp, the twin-turbo V6-powered around them, while keeping to its traffic lane. LS 500 features a 10-speed . Drivers can make shifts using paddle controls, or simply leave gear changes to the advanced electronic control system.

9 ‘Eliminate traffic casualties.’ That’s the noble goal, and the ultimate aim, of Lexus’ innovative approach to safety systems and technologies. And in the all–new LS flagship saloon, the latest advances are game-changing. The best gets better By combining two advanced Lexus safety systems, Lexus Safety System+ and the new Lexus Safety System+ A, the LS saloon achieves world-leading safety performance. The Lexus Safety System+ active safety package co-ordinates the vehicle’s safety technologies and systems, and provides a higher level of driver support in all driving situations. Improved features for the LS include the Pre-Collision System (PCS), Lane Departure Alert (LDA) and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. SUPER-SMART SAFETY Lexus Safety System+ A includes Active Steering Assist, a world-first technology which helps NEW TECHNOLOGIES FOR ALL NEW LS prevent collisions that cannot be avoided through automatic braking alone, and Front Cross Traffic Alert (FCTA), which warns the driver of a risk of a head-on collision at road junctions. Meanwhile, Lexus CoDrive helps the driver keep the car within its traffic lane. By combining these and other features, an LS driver enjoys an exceptional level of support for safe driving.

10 LEXUS AND LEATHER: CREATING INTERIOR PERFECTION

The new Lexus LC flagship coupé joins the prestigious WardsAuto 10 Best Interiors list for 2017. At this level of luxury, the quality and finish of the leather used must be faultless. Each section of every batch of premium leather arriving at Lexus production facilities is tested to the point of destruction. Only material that endures more than 30 extreme treatment tests is selected to trim Lexus vehicle interiors.

First, abrasion resistance is tested through repeated exposure to commonly worn materials, such as denim. To replicate the wear from keys and other sharp objects, the material is also scored with weighted, tungsten-tipped blades. Chemical resistance tests ensure longevity against damage caused by spillages and materials like grease, polishing wax, engine oil, artificial sweat, rock salt and alcohol. All leather can suffer from repeated exposure to direct sunlight, so Lexus tests it through natural and artificially accelerated light cycles for up to three months at a time. If discolouring or unnecessary hardening occurs, the material is rejected. To ensure leather is able to withstand extremes of temperature, the rate at which it burns is tested. It is also deep frozen to below -40°C to confirm that it won’t crack.

11 THE LEXUS RANGE

• Reward your company car drivers and improve your bottom line RECENT LEXUS AWARDS: • Exhilarating performance and BEST MANUFACTURER distinctive design in the F models AUTO EXPRESS 2017 DRIVER POWER SURVEY and F SPORT range BEST DEALERSHIPS • 9 petrol full hybrids with Lexus AUTO EXPRESS 2017 DRIVER POWER SURVEY Hybrid Drive BEST OVERALL LUXURY BRAND AND • Proven quality, reliability and MOST TRUSTED LUXURY BRAND financial savings 2017 KELLEY BLUE BOOK BRAND IMAGE AWARDS

12 IS 300h Dramatic styling, dynamic drive MPG† Hybrid 67.3 CO2 from 97g/km

BIK* from 18% Sub 100g/km

NEW CT 200h The world’s only full hybrid luxury “ITS UPDATED DESIGN IS MORE EMOTIONAL AND SPORTY, MAKING IT THE IDEAL PREMIUM MPG† Hybrid 74.3 HYBRID COMPACT CAR FOR CO2 from 88g/km NX 300h YOUNGER CUSTOMERS WHO BIK* from 17% Striking design delivering incredible ENJOY DRIVING, BUT CARE business performance Sub ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT.” 100g/km MPG† Hybrid 56.5 CHIKA KATO, CHIEF ENGINEER CO2 from 116g/km BIK* from 22%

† Combined up to * BIK tax year 2017/18 13 RX 450h GS 300h Lowest CO2 and tax in class Nothing in the segment can match its performance and efficiency

† † GS F MPG Hybrid 54.3 MPG Hybrid 64.2 CO2 from 120g/km CO2 from 104g/km The latest exhilarating addition to BIK* from 23% BIK* from 19% the F model range MPG† Petrol 25.2 CO2 from 260g/km BIK* from 37%

“THE LEXUS GS F IS A LEFT-FIELD RIVAL TO GERMAN EXECUTIVE ‘MUSCLE CARS’ OR SUPER-SALOONS” GS 450h RC 300h AUTO EXPRESS Full hybrid performance saloon Drive the world’s first luxury hybrid coupé

MPG† Hybrid 46.3 MPG† Hybrid 57.6 CO2 from 141g/km CO2 from 113g/km BIK* from 27% BIK* from 21%

14 † Combined up to * BIK tax year 2017/18 RC F The most powerful V8 performance car ever developed by Lexus MPG† Petrol 26.2 CO2 from 251g/km BIK* from 37%

NEW LS 500h Pioneering flagship saloon, arriving 2018 “WE AIMED TO CREATE A CAR WITH INNOVATIVE, EMOTIONAL AND SENSUAL APPEAL THAT † ‡ MPG Hybrid 43.5 WOULD DRAW CUSTOMERS’ LC 500h ‡ CO2 from 147g/km EYES AWAY FROM OTHER Breathtaking luxury coupé ‡ BIK* from 28% LUXURY CARS AND PROVIDE MPG† Hybrid 44.1 ENTIRELY NEW VALUES.” CO2 from 147g/km BIK* from 28% TOSHIO ASAHI, CHIEF ENGINEER

† Combined up to * BIK tax year 2017/18 ‡ Figures subject to homologation 15 To find out more, visit toyotalexusfleet.co.uk or call 0344 701 6186. GBTLF-11-17-V1C