Lexus at the Frankfurt Motorshow 2009

LEXUS AT THE FRANKFURT MOTORSHOW 2009

www.lexus-media.com www.lexus.eu

www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 Abridged

ABRIDGED

LF-Ch Concept p.4

The company’s first approach to the highly competitive European premium compact segment, the Lexus LF-Ch full hybrid concept makes its world debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.

The compact segment will grow to represent the largest share of the premium automotive market by 2010. Without compromising either refinement or driving pleasure, the LF-Ch concept combines compact dimensions, styling 5-door packaging, full hybrid technology and low emissions to perfectly fulfil the most demanding premium compact segment customer requirements.

The new LF-Ch concept represents a powerful evolution of the company’s unique L-finesse design philosophy. Blacked out B pillars combine with concealed rear door handles to give the stylish 5-door design the appearance of an elegant, sporting, pillarless coupe. The uniquely calm, efficient and elegant interior design features a strongly asymmetric dashboard which focuses on outstanding driver ergonomics. The extensive use of semi-aniline leather, polished aluminium, wood and dark, soft touch materials integrates high technology within hand-crafted finishes.

Steering wheel-mounted paddle shift controls are integrated with Lexus Hybrid Drive for the first time in the 5-door concept. The Lexus Remote Touch control first seen in the new RX 450h minimises distracting instrumentation, and the LF-Ch’s comprehensive on-board entertainment technology includes iPhone docking capability for rear seat passengers.

Allied to a wide track, long wheel base and low centre of gravity, the LF-Ch’s sophisticated, full hybrid powertrain technology is designed to deliver all the performance customers expect from a premium compact segment 5-door, whilst simultaneously returning

low fuel consumption, CO2 and NOx emissions.

With vehicle range dictated by battery charge, a fully electric, Lexus Hybrid Drive-exclusive EV drive mode allows for urban driving with minimal noise and zero emissions.

Revised LS Model Range p.6

Also making its world debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, a revised LS model range incorporates updated exterior and interior design, redesigned seating, comprehensively updated equipment and enhanced driving dynamics.

The world’s only full hybrid vehicle in the premium luxury saloon segment, the Lexus LS 600h may now be instantly identified as the high performance flagship of the LS model range through bespoke exterior and interior styling cues, improved packaging, and numerous enhancements to the vehicle’s Lexus Hybrid Drive system.

The further development of the full hybrid drive system’s 5.0 litre V8 sees its enhanced environmental performance now fully compliant with EURO V exhaust emission standards. Linked to an indicator within the new, full colour, TFT Instrument display, a new ECO mode provides a modified, non-linear throttle action and air conditioning control to support fuel efficient driving.

Enhancing the Lexus full hybrid flagship’s dynamic abilities, the LS 600h is now equipped with large, 380mm ventilated front disc brakes which have been jointly developed by Brembo SpA, further enhancing the all-wheel drive, high performance, dynamic credentials of the Lexus full hybrid flagship.

With revised exterior styling, the LS 460’s outstanding 4.6 litre V8 has also been further developed to comply with EURO V exhaust emission standards. A new ECO Drive Mode incorporates an Eco Driving Indicator Light and an Eco Drive Range Indicator Display to help owners drive in the most environmentally friendly, fuel efficient manner.

The optional air suspension system has been revised to improve the dynamic performance of the LS 460. The roll posture control logic of the Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) control has also been enhanced to improve steering response on turn-in.

A new LS 460 2WD Sports version is available in specific countries. It features bespoke 19” forged alloy BBS wheels, dynamic powertrain and suspension tuning, powerful, 380mm Brembo brakes, a steering wheel-mounted, paddle shift manual override gear change, and sports seats with reinforced support.

2 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 Abridged

Revised IS Model Range p.13

A refreshed IS model range incorporates navigation and audio system upgrades, a new F-Sport trim package and a revised IS F ultra-high performance sports saloon now equipped with a Limited Slip Differential.

The F-Sport package is available with diesel and petrol automatic powertrain variations. External features include an IS F type radiator grille, rear spoiler and exclusive 18” alloy wheels. The interior features IS F seats, steering wheel, automatic gear lever, and a bespoke, Black-on-Black colour scheme.

Making its world debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, an upgraded IS F offers a marked improvement in traction and stability levels during high speed cornering through the incorporation of a new Torsen® Limited Slip Differential.

During circuit driving performance tests at Fuji International Speedway, the IS F equipped with a Torsen® LSD posted lap times two seconds faster than those of an IS F fitted with a conventional differential.

Revised GS Model Range p.17

The 2010 GS model range features upgraded audio and navigation systems, enhanced safety features and new exterior and interior colours. A revised Pre-Crash Safety System now supports the pre-crash seatbelt and pre-crash brake assist functions with pre-crash brake technology. Both front seats now incorporate a new, inflator-operated, active headrest design.

The GS 450h’s status as the model range flagship has now been further reinforced through several bespoke styling cues. They include a new front grille design, modified hybrid blue rear lamps clusters and a new, 18” aluminium wheel design. The interior is hallmarked by a new, hybrid blue backlit engine stop/start button, and a hybrid-exclusive Venaro Grey semi-aniline leather colour scheme.

Audio and Navigation System Upgrades p.22

The new Lexus HDD Navigation System is now available across the entire Lexus model line-up. It benefits from a powerful, 40GB HDD capacity and covers the whole of Europe. The new system features 3-D mapping, upgraded voice recognition, with four additional languages including Russian, and a new menu that can be operated in 14 languages including Cyrillic characters.

Also available across the entire Lexus model range, a new generation of Lexus and Mark Levinson® premium sound systems are now DAB ready. They also offer both USB and audio jack plug connectivity for the fully controlled use of portable music players such as iPods, and Bluetooth® mobile phone connectivity with an audio streaming function.

In addition, benefiting from the navigation system’s HDD hard drive, the Mark Levinson® audio systems also feature a ‘Sound Library’ facility, using Compact Disc Data Base technology to transfer and store music files up to a 10GB, 2000 song capacity.

3 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 1: LF-Ch Concept

LF-Ch CONCEPT

• Conceptualisation of the first Lexus full hybrid in the European premium compact segment • L-finesse design creates a unique juxtaposition of powerful, machine-like surfacing and fluid, hand-sculpted detailing • Advanced interior design featuring asymmetric dashboard and Remote Touch control, emphasising outstanding driver ergonomics • Blacked out B pillars with concealed rear door handles create the image of a powerful, pillarless coupe

Making its world debut at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, the Lexus LF-Ch full hybrid concept is a clear visualisation of the company’s first approach to the highly competitive European premium compact segment.

Reflecting an ever increasing demand for smaller, more fuel and CO2 efficient cars which, nonetheless, do not compromise on either refinement or driving pleasure, the compact segment will grow to represent the largest share of the premium automotive market by 2010.

Reaffirming Lexus’ European market commitments, the LF-Ch concept combines compact dimensions, stylish 5-door packaging, full hybrid technology and low emissions to perfectly fulfil the most demanding premium compact customer requirements. With the unparalleled levels of quality, refinement and sophisticated on-board technology which hallmark every Lexus, the LF-Ch is designed specifically to appeal to a new, younger generation of customers.

Exterior Design

Bringing enormous visual impact to Lexus’ Frankfurt 2009 stand, the new LF-Ch concept represents an exceptionally powerful evolution of the company’s unique L-finesse design philosophy.

This ground-breaking design rationale is deeply rooted in Japanese culture. It is identified in every aspect of the full hybrid 5-door concept, not only in the development of harmonious visual synergies between the interior and exterior design, but also in the combination of leading edge engineering and technology with an entirely humanised, extra-ordinary simplicity of function.

The LF-Ch designers have focused on the careful juxtaposition of opposing major and minor elements. Intriguing contrasts between the powerful, machine-like overall surfacing of the bodywork and the painstaking detailing of even the smallest elements has created a unique synergy of technologically-driven design and fluid, hand-sculpted quality.

With a new, more aggressive Lexus grille design over a deep, full-width bumper and air dam, the front of the LF-Ch expresses the perfect balance of precision and power. Sharply sculpted, aerodynamic front wings overlap the bumper to create deep, front brake- cooling air intakes, while powerfully reinforcing a purposeful, wide-track stance hinting at excellent agility and high speed stability.

In profile, tapered glazing above a muscular, rising beltline and an aggressively truncated rear overhang instantly identify the LF-Ch as a premium, compact segment 5-door concept. The steeply raked windscreen, long flowing roofline and blacked out B pillars combine with rear door handles seamlessly integrated into the compact pillar window trim to give the stylish 5-door design the appearance of an elegant, sporting, pillarless coupe.

To the rear, the finely honed trailing edge of the roof overhangs the rear window to create a seamlessly integrated rear spoiler. A pronounced step in the tailgate section flows from the muscular rear wheel arch shoulders, and is anchored by a sweeping, wraparound tail lamp design. Careful aerodynamic detailing of the lower bumper both smoothes airflow from beneath the car and provides cooling ventilation to the rear brakes.

Discreet, Lexus hybrid blue badging and sharply tapering chrome mouldings subtly enhance the LF-Ch’s hybrid image. And the design’s harmonious synergies and juxtapositions are further reflected in the contrast between the dynamism of the LF-Ch’s energised yellow exterior finish and the tranquil, calming blue illumination of the interior.

4 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 1: LF-Ch Concept

Interior Design

The visual impact of L-finesse is carried into the interior. Once again, a powerful simplicity of form harmonises with the hand-crafted quality of even the smallest details to create a uniquely calm, efficient and elegant cabin design. The LF-Ch concept’s interior features a strongly asymmetric dashboard which focuses on the driver, placing the emphasis on outstanding ergonomics. The Lexus seamlessly anticipates the driver’s needs through several surprising elements that provide a new driving sensation. When the car is started, the navigation screen greets the driver, while the headliner lighting subtly reveals an ambient pattern reminiscent of a sophisticated lounge.

The extensive use of semi-aniline leather, polished aluminium, wood and dark, soft touch materials reinforces the premium quality of the environment. The subtle use of natural materials reinforces the theme of harmonious contrast in the dashboard, door panels and seating, elegantly integrating high technology within hand-crafted finishes.

The seating is inspired by the handcrafted essence of high quality furniture design. With an exposed metal frame, lightweight leather and grained black wood, the seat structure is built up in a carefully calculated rhythm of inter-related layers, shaped to reflect the intrinsic nature of each material used.

Appropriate to the performance of the LF-Ch’s full hybrid powertain, the low, highly supportive driving position is dominated by a sporting, wide grip steering wheel with integrated paddle shift controls and an instrument binnacle housing large, high-visibility, twin dials embellished with a unique, turbine blade motif.

Helping the driver to maintain an uninterrupted focus on the road ahead, distracting instrumentation and switchgear clutter has been minimised through the adoption of the Lexus Remote Touch control first seen in the new RX 450h. Via a dash-top mounted multi-information display screen, Remote Touch operates on similar principles to a computer mouse, allowing the driver to access, control and customise a wide variety of infotainment and vehicle set-up programmes. As with every Lexus, hospitality lies at the heart of the ownership experience, and the LF-Ch’s comprehensive on-board entertainment technology includes iPhone docking capability for rear seat passengers.

Powertrain and Driving Performance

low fuel consumption, CO2 and NOx emissions.

Benefiting from the full hybrid technology of Lexus Hybrid Drive, the LF-Ch concept can be driven on EV mode; a fully electric driving mode not available to drivers of mild hybrid vehicles. With vehicle range dictated by battery charge, the EV drive mode allows for urban driving with minimal noise and zero emissions.

Dimensions (mm) Overall length: 4,300 Overall width: 1,790 Overall height: 1,400 Wheelbase: 2,600

Tyre Size Front: 225 / 35R20 Rear: 225 / 35R20

5 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 2: REVISED LS MODEL RANGE

REVISED LS MODEL RANGE

• LS 600h bespoke, hybrid-exclusive styling details, improved packaging, Lexus Hybrid Drive powertrain enhancements including Eco drive mode and Brembo brakes • LS 460 driving dynamics – EURO V compliant 4.6 litre V8, revised air suspension system and enhanced Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) • LS 460 2WD Sports version featuring exclusive sports seats, dynamic powertrain and suspension tuning, paddle shift manual override gear change and Brembo brakes • Updated LS model range exterior and interior design with redesigned front and rear seating • Upgraded audio and new HDD navigation systems incorporating 10GB Sound Library facility • Eco drive mode with bespoke air conditioning setting for improved fuel economy

Making its world debut at the 2009 Frankfurt motorshow, a revised LS model range incorporates updated exterior and interior design, redesigned seating, comprehensively updated equipment and enhanced driving dynamics.

Reinforcing its unique status as the world’s only full hybrid vehicle in the premium luxury saloon segment, the Lexus LS 600h may now be instantly identified as the high performance flagship of the LS model range through bespoke exterior and interior styling cues, improved packaging, and numerous enhancements to the vehicle’s Lexus Hybrid Drive system.

A sports version of the LS 460 2WD also makes its world premier, featuring bespoke 19” forged alloy BBS wheels, dynamic powertrain and suspension tuning, powerful, 380mm Brembo brakes, a steering wheel-mounted, paddle shift manual override gear change, and sports seats with reinforced support.

UNIQUE LS 600h FULL HYBRID FEATURES

The LS 600h flagship’s unique status as the world’s only full hybrid vehicle in the premium luxury saloon segment has now been further reinforced through bespoke exterior and interior styling cues, improved packaging, and numerous enhancements to the vehicle’s Lexus Hybrid Drive system.

The LS 600h features a unique, four-bar hybrid grille with a hybrid blue logo, and a new front bumper design with enhanced air intake performance and revised fog lamp detailing. The headlamp clusters feature a tailor-made running light design, and are finished in Lexus hybrid blue to instantly identify the LS 600h as the full hybrid flagship of the LS model range.

In profile, the LS 600h may be identified through hybrid badging to the door bottom moulding and, to the rear, features a unique lower bumper design incorporating vertical fins to smooth the airflow and improve high speed driving stability. Both the Lexus logo and the rear lamp cluster are finished in hybrid blue to reinforce the LS 600h’s full hybrid credentials.

The revised, full hybrid LS 600h will be available in a choice of eleven exterior colours including three newly adopted colours; Red Morello, Sand Ecru and Deep Emerald, as well as two newly developed colours; Midnight Blue and a hybrid-exclusive Shadow Sapphire.

The interior is further enhanced through the adoption of an innovative new driver’s instrument binnacle incorporating a full colour, TFT LCD display. The display features a bespoke, three-ring analogue dial with a central speedometer, a tachometer and coolant gauge to the left and a fuel gauge and hybrid system indicator to the right. The centre of the speedometer functions as a customisable monitor which may be tailored to display vehicle information, turn-by-turn navigation instruction and Lexus Hybrid Drive system status.

Five interior colour schemes are available, including three exclusive to the full hybrid LS 600h; Black with Ivory, Black with Mellow White, and a new Venaro Grey.

Combining the 394 DIN hp/290kW power of a 5.0 litre V8 with an electric motor output of 224 DIN hp/165kW, the LS 600h’s Lexus Hybrid Drive system generates a peak combined output rating of 445 DIN hp/327kW. The Lexus flagship will accelerate from 0-100km/h in 6.3 seconds, and on to an electronically limited top speed of 250km/h. Conversely, the full hybrid returns a

combined fuel consumption figure of 9.3l/100km, and CO2 emissions of 218g/km.

6 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 2: REVISED LS MODEL RANGE

The further development of the Lexus Hybrid Drive system’s 5.0 litre V8 sees its enhanced environmental performance now fully compliant with EURO V exhaust emission standards. In addition, the hybrid system battery modules have been split into two, 6- and 14-module sections in order to reduce the overall size of the battery pack and increase vehicle luggage capacity.

Linked to an indicator within the speedometer, a new ECO mode provides a modified, non-linear throttle action and air conditioning control to support fuel efficient driving. The relationship between pedal movement and system output is automatically controlled to reduce throttle response to aggressive accelerator pedal inputs, thus improving fuel economy and promoting smoother driving. The A/compact load on the engine is also reduced more dramatically under acceleration, further improving fuel efficiency.

Enhancing the Lexus full hybrid flagship’s dynamic abilities, the LS 600h is now equipped with large, 380mm ventilated front discs brakes, the 6-piston callipers, rotors and pads of which have been jointly developed by Brembo SpA. Featuring high mu pads to reduce abnormal noise and vibration, the new brakes provide excellent feel and the fade-free, high speed stopping power appropriate to the all-wheel drive, high performance dynamic credentials of the Lexus full hybrid flagship.

UNIQUE LS 460 FEATURES

The LS 460 features a new grille of a more powerful, five bar design. Redesigned headlamp clusters feature more expressive styling of the running lamps and side reflectors, and the running lamp itself now comprises eight white LEDs for enhanced illumination and a more powerful road presence.

To the rear, an increased bumper width incorporating a restyled diffuser and more perceptibly trapezoidal exhausts reinforces the Lexus flagship’s broad, powerful stance. And a wider, deeper license plate surround is flanked by re-styled, clear lens tail lamp clusters.

Accompanied by a new 18” alloy wheel design, the revised LS 460 will be available in a choice of ten exterior colours including three newly adopted colours; Morello Red, Sand Ecru and Deep Emerald, as well as one newly developed colour; Midnight Blue.

The LS 460’s 4.6 litre V8 is the most technologically advanced internal combustion engine ever developed by Lexus engineers. It develops 380 DIN hp/280kW at 6,400rpm, and maximum torque of 493 Nm at 4,100rpm. Driving the rear wheels through a unique, 8-speed automatic transmission, it will accelerate the Lexus from 0 to 100km/h in only 5.7 seconds. The LS 460 will travel from a standstill to 400m in 14.0 seconds and on to a top speed of 250km/h (electronically limited).

Despite these impressive performance figures, the 4.6 litre unit returns an excellent 11.1 l/100km in the combined cycle, and CO2 emissions of 261g/km.

This outstanding powerplant has now been further developed with an enhanced environmental performance to fully comply with EURO V exhaust emission standards.

A new ECO Drive Mode incorporates an Eco Driving Indicator Light and an Eco Drive Range Indicator Display to help LS 460 owners drive in the most environmentally friendly, fuel efficient manner. Both Eco driving aids are activated by the ECO drive Mode switch. The Eco Drive Range Indicator Display appears as a bar graph within the driver’s instrument display screen, flashing when the Zone of Eco Driving has been exceeded. Also housed in the driver’s instrument binnacle, the Eco Driving Indicator Light is simultaneously turned off to highlight non-fuel efficient driving.

The optional air suspension system has also been revised to improve the dynamic performance of the LS 460. The roll posture control logic of the Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) control has been enhanced to improve steering response on turn-in. New shock absorbers with an improved response even in the low damping range have been adopted. A rotary valve port has been introduced between the main and sub-valves to improve oil flow and enhance damping response. In addition, the port diameter has been optimised and the variable width from the low to the high step has been equalised to improve control response.

7 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 2: REVISED LS MODEL RANGE

LS 460 2WD SPORTS VERSION

Available in specific countries, a Sports Version of the LS 460 2WD can be identified through bespoke, 19” forged aluminium BBS wheels.

On board, the Sports Version benefits from the significant design and equipment upgrades of the revised LS model range, with the addition of purpose-made sports seats. The seats provide both enhanced holding performance and comfort through increased thigh, hip and shoulder support, while changes in posture have been suppressed by minimising forward slipping of the pelvis under braking.

The 8-speed automatic transmission has been equipped with Sports steering wheel-mounted manual override paddle shift control, operable in both ‘D’ and ‘M’ shift modes, and a more powerful, responsive driving performance has been achieved through the specific tuning of the Sports version’s Power Mode characteristics.

When driving in ‘M’ mode, Gear Step Hold Control holds the selected gear to fully exploit the engine’s maximum rpm. A highly responsive upshift control logic increases the speed of gear changes to just 0.3 seconds, and a blipping downshift control logic has also been adopted to reduce gear changing times to only 0.2 seconds.

In addition, the drive power characteristics generated by the Driving Response and Acceleration Management System (DRAMS) have been exclusively tuned for the Sports version. Bespoke throttle mapping provides direct, linear engine power and torque, while revised gear control holds a lower gear during sports driving for improved acceleration out of corners, and enhances kick-down performance for improved overtaking acceleration.

The LS 460 2WD Sports Version also features several suspension system revisions to enhance the Lexus saloon’s dynamic performance and offer increased driving pleasure and involvement. Both front and rear stabiliser bar performance has been improved, the former adopting a 2mm thicker material, the latter an increase in bar diameter to 21mm. Air suspension revisions include an increase in the spring constant of both front and rear pneumatic springs, and an increase in the spring constant of the front shock absorber rebound spring allied to reduced clearance, further suppressing roll tendencies and enhancing cornering stability.

Providing the fade-free stopping power appropriate to the Sports Version’s enhanced dynamic credentials, the vehicle is equipped with large, 380mm drilled and ventilated front discs brakes, the 6-piston callipers, rotors and pads of which have been jointly developed by Brembo SpA.

LS MODEL RANGE UPGRADES

Exterior Design

Though model-specific detailing of elements such as the front grille, headlamps, rear bumper and exhausts now clearly differentiate the LS 600h from the LS 460, several new exterior design features are common to the entire LS model range.

Within an overall length increase of 30mm, the revised LS range features a new front bumper design incorporating a larger, three-part engine bay air intake detailed to reinforce the visual strength of the L-finesse arrowhead motif represented in both the headlamps and grille.

In profile, the revised LS range now features a one-piece rocker moulding, and new door mirrors incorporate a chrome-highlighted, twin LED lamp turn signal as well as puddle lamp entry and egress illumination.

A new, highly elastic “Self-restoring Coat” has also been developed to help maintain the Lexus flagship’s superb paint finish over the lifetime of the vehicle.

Interior Design

The dashboard centre console has been re-designed. The upper air vents have been visually separated from the centre console instrumentation. This gives a stronger horizontal emphasis, reinforcing the spaciousness of the LS model range’s high quality interior.

8 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 2: REVISED LS MODEL RANGE

The EMV multi-display touch screen surround now features larger switches, and a revised audio switch layout for improved visibility and operability. The use of real aluminium for the Audio switch knob further enhances the premium texture and quality of the design. The backlighting of the screen itself has been changed to LED, improving both the brightness and performance of the display.

Both front seats now incorporate a new, inflator-operated, active headrest design. Activated by a signal from the airbag ECU during rear end collisions, the inflator slides a piston into the headrest, unlocks the mechanism and projects the headrest forwards and upwards to support the occupant’s head, minimising the risk of whiplash injury.

The driver’s seat also features a new, return/away function. Linked to the steering wheel auto return/way function and activated when the drive unfastens the seatbelt and switches the engine off, this system automatically slides the seat back by up to 50mm for maximum ease of entry and egress, returning the seat to the driving position once the car is started.

Rear Seat Relaxation Package

The Lexus Rear Seat Relaxation Package is available for the first time in conjunction with a 5-seat configuration. Operated via a remote controller, the 40:20:40 split premium seat incorporates a power upper seatback reclining mechanism, a fully retractable leg and foot rest, and a lower back vibrator. It also provides massage pressure by inflating and deflating eight pneumatic chambers built into the seat back, lumbar and shoulder areas at varying intensities.

The rear seats themselves have been redesigned. The horizontal suspension position of the seat has been moved forwards 45mm to improve hip-area fit, and the shape of the seat surface outer sides has been plumped by up to 10mm to enhance side support. New rear seat headrests offer improved support. The thickness of the urethane pad has been increased by 5mm, and the angle of the headrest sides may be adjusted to a maximum of 30 degrees.

Housing seat controls, earphone jacks and the remote control for the relaxation system, the centre armrest has been redesigned with a lid sliding range of 80mm.

Power and Rear Relaxation Package seats feature integral SRS side airbags, and the seat behind the front passenger in 40:20:40 split Rear Seat Relaxation Package configurations incorporates an SRS seat cushion airbag to further restrain the occupant below the hips in the event of a collision.

Models equipped with the Rear Seat Relaxation Package also now offer an extra front seat position 40mm forward of its standard foremost sliding range. Operated in conjunction with the rear seat retractable leg and foot rest function, the front passenger seat can be moved to the full front or return position via either a control switch in the rear centre armrest or a switch on the seat shoulder. When the front seat is in the extra forward position, the headrest is automatically retracted to improve rear seat occupant visibility.

A reduction in the size of the rear air conditioning unit has increased boot capacity by approximately 35 litres. In models not equipped with a spare tyre, removing the upper luggage floor mat gives a further increase in capacity of some 60 litres.

Equipment

Fitted as standard to all LS models, a new Lexus Navigation System benefits from a powerful, 40GB HDD capacity, making it one of the fastest, most accurate systems on the market. It covers the whole of Europe, and includes the traffic information infrastructure of each country. The new system features upgraded voice recognition, with four additional languages including Russian, and a new menu that can be operated in 14 languages including Cyrillic characters.

The LS 460 may be fitted with a choice of Lexus premium sound systems and a 19-speaker Mark Levinson® Premium Surround Sound System for the reproduction of perfect 7.1-channel surround sound on selected CDs and DVDs.

All systems are DAB ready, and also now offer both USB and audio jack plug connectivity for the fully controlled use of portable music players such as iPods, and Bluetooth® mobile phone connectivity with an audio streaming function. In addition, benefiting from the navigation system’s HDD hard drive, the audio systems also feature a ‘Sound Library’ facility, using Compact Disc Data Base technology to transfer and store music files up to a 10GB, 2000 song capacity.

The revised LS model range features a new, automatic high beam system. A camera sensor located on the rear view mirror detects oncoming traffic, street lamps and vehicles travelling ahead, and automatically switches the high beams on and off according to driving conditions.

9 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 2: REVISED LS MODEL RANGE

Across the LS model range, the air conditioning system has also been adapted to run as efficiently as possible when ECO Drive Mode has been selected. When the outside air temperature is 20 degrees or higher, the interior air recirculation mode is automatically selected to reduce power consumption. Blower airflow when set to ‘High’ is reduced and the operation of the supplemental electrical heating system (PTcompact heater) stopped, both measures further minimising system power consumption. And fuel consumption has been reduced by cancelling system requests for engine speed increase when the vehicle is at idle.

The optional Rear Seat Entertainment system is now available for LS models equipped with the VIP 5 seat configuration. Both high resolution 9” VGA monitor and DVD player are housed in a bespoke unit built into the rear of the centre console. Operated by a revised, user-friendly remote control unit, the DVD player has been enhanced with improved sound quality and additional media compatibility via an adjacent VTR terminal and ACcompact connector. The system now supports 5.1 channel output, DVD and R/ RW media, WMA data playback and Region 5 (Russia) formatted DVDs.

MEASUREMENTS

LS 460 LS 600h Exterior Overall length 5,060 (LS 460 L: 5,180) 5,060 (LS 600h L: 5,180) dimensions Overall width 1,875 1,875 (mm) Overall height 1,465(LS 460) 1,475 1,475 ( LS 460L/ LS 460 AWD/LS 460 AWD L ) Wheelbase 2,970 2,970 (LS 600h L: 3,090) Luggage capacity (l) 560 370/420 (w/o / w spare tyre) Fuel tank capacity (l) 84 84

Coefficient of drag (Cd) 0.26(LS 460) 0.27 0.27(LS 460 AWD)

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

LS 460 LS 600h Engine Displacement (cm3) 4,608 4,969 Engine type V8 V8 Fuel type Petrol, 95 octane or more Valve mechanism 32v, Dual VVT-I, VVT-iE for intake Bore x stroke (mm) 94.0 x 83.0 94.0 x 89.5 Compression ratio 11.8:1 11.8:1 Max. power 381/280@6,400 394/290@6,400 (DIN hp/kW@rpm) Max. torque (Nm@rpm) 493@4,100 520@4,000

10 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 2: REVISED LS MODEL RANGE

LS 460 LS 600h Hybrid Type Series/parallel, full hybrid system System output 445/327 (DIN hp/kW) Electric motor Acompact synchronous, permanent magnet Max. power (DIN hp/kW) 224/165 Max. torque (Nm) 300 Voltage (V) 650 Electric generator Acompact synchronous, permanent magnet Voltage (V) 650 High Voltage battery Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Voltage (V) 288

Transmission Type 8AT, rear-wheel drive 2-stage, all-wheel drive (TORSEN® LSD), LS 460 AWD: Permanent Hybrid Transmission (Electronically controlled all-wheel drive with TORSEN® Continuously Variable Transmission) Limited Slip Differential Sequential shift mode Sequential shift mode Gear ratios 1st 4.596 Low 3.900 2nd 2.724 High 1.900 3rd 1.863 4th 1.464 5th 1.231 6th 1.000 7th 0.824 8th 0.685 Reverse 2.176

LS 460 LS 600h Suspension Type Air suspension; Front & rear: multilink Adaptive Variable with Auto. Height Control Suspension Active Stabilisers n.a. option

Brakes Front (mm) Ø 357X34 Ø 380 x 34 Rear (mm) Ø 335X22 Ø 335 x 22 ABS yes yes EBD (Electronic yes yes Brakeforce Distribution) BA (Brake Assist) yes yes TRcompact (Traction yes yes Control) VScompact yes yes (Vehicle Stability Control) VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics yes yes Integrated Management) Regenerative Brake System n.a. yes

11 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 2: REVISED LS MODEL RANGE

LS 460 LS 600h Tyres Standard 235/50R18 245/45R19 Optional 245/45R19

Steering Type Rack & pinion, Electric Power Steering Variable Gear Ratio yes yes Steering Ratio 11.7-16.7:1 11.7-18.4:1 (11.6-16.6:1 with 18’’ wheels) (11.6-18.7:1 when equipped with active stabilisers) Turns (lock to lock) 2.5-3.6 2.3-3.7 Min. turning radius (m) 5.4 (LS 460 AWD: 5.7) 5.7 (LS 600hL: 5.9)

LS 460 LS 460 AWD LS 600h Weight Kerb weight (min-max, kg) 1,945-2,055 2,085-2,200 2,290-2,420 (LS 460L: 1,965-2,095) (LS 460 AWD L: (LS 600hL 5 seats: 2,105-2,260) 2,400-2,450) (LS 600hL 4 seats: 2,410-2,460) Gross Vehicle Weight (kg) 2,495 2640 2,795 (LS 600hL (LS 460 L: 2,455-2,495) ( LS 460 AWD L: 5 seats: 2,825) 2,660) (LS 600hL 4 seats: 2,760) Towing capacity 2.000 0 0 (with brakes - kg) Towing capacity 750 0 0 (without brakes - kg)

LS 460 LS 460 AWD LS 600h Performance Max. speed (km/h) 250 250 250 0-100km/h (s) 5.7 6.3 6.3 0-400m (s) 14.0 14.4 14.4

Fuel Combined (L/100km) 11.1 11.6 9.3 consumption 1 Extra urban (L/100km) 7.9 8.4 8.0 Urban (L/100km) 16.5 17.2 11.2 / (LS 600hL 11.3)

CO2 Combined (g/km) 261 274 218 / (LS 600hL 219) emissions 1 Extra urban (g/km) 187 198 188 Urban (g/km) 388 405 265

Other CO (g/km) 0.32 0.32 0.41 emissions 2 Hcompact (g/km) 0.05 0.05 0,02 NOx (g/km) 0.00 0.00 ~ 0.00

1 According to Directive 80/1268-2004/3/Ecompact 2 According to Directive 70/220-1999/102 (stage 3)/EC

12 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 3: IS and IS F model year update

IS and IS F model year update

• F-Sport package featuring bespoke, IS F style bodywork, sports seats and interior features • Revised IS F ultra-high performance sports saloon with standard Limited Slip Differential • Upgraded audio and new Hard Disk Drive (HDD) navigation systems incorporating 10GB Sound Library facility

Building on the award winning styling, comfort, refinement and class–leading equipment levels of Lexus’ dynamic compact sedan, IS model year updates incorporate navigation and audio system upgrades, a new F-Sport trim package and a revised IS F ultra-high performance sports saloon now equipped with a Limited Slip Differential.

IS Model Range

A newly available Lexus Navigation System benefits from a powerful, 40GB HDD capacity, making it one of the fastest, most accurate systems on the market. It covers the whole of Europe, and includes the traffic information infrastructure of each country. The new system features upgraded voice recognition, with four additional languages including Russian, and a new menu that can be operated in 14 languages including Cyrillic characters.

The IS may be fitted with a choice of three powerful audio systems; two Lexus premium sound systems featuring a 6-disc, in-dash CD changer, steering wheel mounted audio control switches and 8 or 13 speakers, and a 14-speaker Mark Levinson® Premium Surround Sound System, for the reproduction of perfect 5.1-channel surround sound on selected CDs and DVDs.

All three systems are now DAB ready, and also offer both USB and audio jack plug connectivity for the fully controlled use of portable music players such as iPods, and Bluetooth® mobile phone connectivity with an audio streaming function. In addition, benefiting from the navigation system’s Hard Disk Drive, the Mark Levinson® audio system also features a ‘Sound Library’ facility, using Compact Disc Data Base technology to transfer and store music files up to a 10GB capacity.

F-Sport Package

Available with diesel and petrol automatic powertrain variations, the Lexus IS may now be equipped with a factory fitted, F-Sport package. External features include an IS F type radiator grille and rear spoiler, and exclusive 18” alloy wheels. All IS sedan colours will be available, including the new Cattleya Purple.

The F-Sport interior features IS F seats, steering wheel, and automatic gear lever. A bespoke, Black-on-Black interior colour scheme is complimented by a black ceiling lining and grey stitching accents to both seats and steering wheel.

IS F

Powered by a 5.0 litre V8 engine generating over 311kw/423 DIN hp at 6,600 rpm and 505Nm/372lb.ft of torque at 5200rpm and mated to an 8-speed Sports Direct Shift (SPDS) automatic transmission with manual, paddle shift override, Lexus’ ultra-high performance sports saloon, the IS F, is capable of accelerating from 0-100km/h in just 4.8 seconds and on to an electronically governed top speed of 270km/h.

Making its world debut at the 2009 Frankfurt motorshow, an upgraded IS F features a number of significant revisions designed to both enhance the quality of life on board, and further reward the driver with unparalleled involvement and entertainment under all driving conditions.

Offering a marked improvement in traction and stability levels during high speed cornering, the incorporation of a new Limited Slip Differential has significantly enhanced the IS F’s performance.

Capable of accommodating engine torque of up to 505Nm, the compact Torsen® LSD automatically diverts torque to the rear wheel with more grip, for instance, to the outside wheel when cornering. The LSD uses low viscosity multi-grade oil to reduce

13 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 3: IS and IS F model year update

bearing rolling resistance and oil agitation resistance when the oil temperature is low, enhancing fuel efficiency. And a friction adjuster has been added to the base LSD oil to suppress the stick-slip phenomenon in the sliding areas and improve quietness. During circuit driving performance tests at Fuji International Speedway, the IS F equipped with a Torsen® LSD posted lap times two seconds faster than those of an IS F fitted with a conventional differential.

In common with the rest of the IS model range, the IS F also benefits from the new 40GB HDD Lexus Navigation System, and a choice of two upgraded audio systems; a 13-speaker Lexus premium sound system and a 14-speaker Mark Levinson® Premium Surround Sound System.

Trim modifications include a new Fuji White interior color scheme and incorporate a blue leather finish to the base of the steering wheel. The IS F is now also available with a new, 19” aluminium wheel with buffed finish and in a choice of six body colours, including a new Ultrasonic Blue Mica finish.

MEASUREMENTS

IS 250 IS 220d IS F Exterior Overall length 4,585 4,585 4,66 dimensions (mm) Overall width 1,8 1,8 1,815 Overall height 1,440 (Sport: 1,425) 1,440 (Sport: 1,425) 1,415 Wheelbase 2,73 2,73 2,73

Luggage capacity (l) 398 398 398 Fuel tank capacity (l) 65 65 64 Coefficient of drag (Cd) 0.27 0.27 0.27

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

IS 250 IS 220d IS F Engine Displacement (cm3) 2,5 2,231 4.969 Engine type V6 L4 V8 Fuel type Petrol, 95 octane or more Low-sulphur diesel, 48 cetane Petrol, 95 octane or more Valve mechanism 24v; Dual VVT-i 16v 32v; Dual VVT-i; VVT-iE on intake Bore x stroke (mm) 83.0 x 77.0 86.0x96.0 94.0x89.5 Compression ratio 12.0:1 15.8:1 11.8:1 Max. power 208/153@6,400 177/130@3,600 423/311@6,600 (DIN hp/kW@rpm) Max. torque 252@4,800 400@2,000-2,600 505@5,200 (Nm@rpm)

14 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 3: IS and IS F model year update

IS 250 IS 220d IS F Transmission Type Rear-wheel drive 6M/T 6A/T 6M/T 6M/T Sport 8A/T with sequential Sport Direct Shift shift mode transmission with TORSEN® Limited Slip Differential Gear ratios 1st 3.791 3.538 5.232 5.232 4.596 2nd 2.275 2.06 2.644 2.644 2.724 3rd 1.524 1.404 1.605 1.605 1.863 4th 1.185 1.000 1.219 1.219 1.464 5th 1.000 0.713 1.000 1.000 1.231 6th 0.786 0.582 0.728 0.728 1.000 7th 0.824 8th 0.685 Reverse 3.466 3.168 4.525 4.525 2.176 Differential gear ratio 3.583 3.909 2.474 2.937 2.937

Suspension Type Fr: double wishbone, Rr: multilink

Brakes Front (mm) Ø296 x 28 Ø296 x 28 Ø296 x 28 Ø296 x 28 Ø360 x 30 Rear (mm) Ø310 x 18 Ø310 x 18 Ø310 x 18 Ø310 x 18 Ø345 x 28 ABS yes yes yes yes yes EBD (Electronic yes yes yes yes yes Brakeforce Distribution) BA (Brake Assist) yes yes yes yes yes TRcompact (Traction yes yes yes yes yes Control) VScompact (Vehicle yes yes yes yes yes Stability Control) VDIM (Vehicle yes yes yes yes Std., incl. Sport Dynamics Integrated mode Management)

Tyres 6M/T 6A/T 6M/T 6M/T Sport 8A/T Front & Rear: standard standard standard 205/55R16 Front: 225/45R17 option option option standard Rear: 245/45R17 Front: 225/40R18 option option option Rear: 255/40R18 Front: 225/40R19 standard Rear: 255/35R19

Steering Type Rack & pinion, Electric Power Steering (EPS) Ratio 13.5:1 13.5:1 13.5:1 13.5:1 13.6:1 Turns (lock to lock) 2,91 2,91 2,91 2,91 2.9 Min. turning radius 5,1 5,1 5,1 5,1 5.1 (m)

15 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 3: IS and IS F model year update

IS 250 IS 220d IS F Weight Kerb weight 1,540 - 1,615 1,550 - 1,615 1,545 - 1,635 1,545 - 1,635 1,700 - 1,730 (min-max, kg) Gross Vehicle 2,055 2,045 2,075 2,075 2,12 Weight (kg) Towing capacity 1,5 1,5 1,5 1,5 0 (with brakes - kg) Towing capacity 560 560 560 560 0 (without brakes - kg)

Performance Max. speed (km/h) 230 225 220 220 270 0-100km/h (s) 8.4 8.1 8.9 8.9 4.8 0-400m (s) 16 15.8 16.3 16.3 13

Fuel 6M/T 6A/T 6M/T 6M/T Sport 8A/T consumption Combined 9.7 8.9 5.6 6.9 11.4 1 (L/100km) Extra urban 7.6 6.9 4.8 5.9 8.3 (L/100km) Urban (L/100km) 13.3 12.5 7.1 8.6 16.8

CO2 Combined (g/km) 227 209 148 179 270 emissions 1 Extra urban (g/km) 178 162 127 152 195 Urban (g/km) 312 293 185 228 395

Other CO (g/km) 0.17 0.10 0.13 0.18 0.17 emissions 2 Hcompact (g/km) 0.04 0.05 0.03 NOx (g/km) 0.04 0.06 0.16 0.17 0.00

1 According to Directive 80/1268-2004/3/Ecompact 2 According to Directive 70/220-1999/102 (stage 3)/EC

16 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 4: REVISED GS MODEL RANGE

REVISED GS MODEL RANGE

• GS 450h bespoke, hybrid-exclusive styling details

• GS 450h CO2 emissions reduced to 179 g/km with 17” wheels • Upgraded audio and new HDD navigation systems incorporating 10GB Sound Library facility • Enhanced safety with active front headrests and Pre-Crash Safety incorporating pre-crash brake technology • Revised exterior and interior colours

The 2010 GS model range features upgraded audio and navigation systems, enhanced safety features and new exterior and interior colours. New, hybrid-exclusive exterior styling cues identify the GS 450h as the high performance flagship of the model range.

GS Model Range

The 2010 GS model range features upgraded audio and navigation systems. A new Lexus Navigation System benefits from a powerful, 40GB HDD capacity. It features upgraded voice recognition, with four additional languages including Russian, and a new menu that can be operated in 14 languages including Cyrillic characters. In addition, a Russian language option has been added to the multi-information display.

The GS may be fitted with a 10-speaker Lexus premium sound system or a 14-speaker Mark Levinson® Premium Surround Sound System for the reproduction of perfect 5.1-channel surround sound on selected CDs and DVDs.

Both systems are DAB ready, and also now offer both USB and audio jack plug connectivity for the fully controlled use of portable music players such as iPods, and Bluetooth® mobile phone connectivity with an audio streaming function. In addition, benefiting from the navigation system’s HDD hard drive, the audio systems also feature a ‘Sound Library’ facility, using Compact Disc Data Base technology to transfer and store music files up to a 10GB, 2000 song capacity.

A revised Pre-Crash Safety System now supports the pre-crash seatbelt and pre-crash brake assist functions with pre-crash brake technology. Both front seats now incorporate a new, inflator-operated, active headrest design. Activated by a signal from the airbag ECU during rear end collisions, the inflator slides a piston into headrest, unlocks the mechanism and projects the headrest forwards and upwards to support the occupant’s head, minimising the risk of whiplash injury.

The 2010 GS will be available in a choice of 11 exterior colours, with three new colours –Sand Ecru, Deep Emerald and Midnight Blue- added to the range. A choice of four interior colours includes a new Ivory and a GS 450h hybrid-exclusive Venaro Grey semi-aniline leather colour scheme.

Unique GS 450h Full Hybrid Design Features

The GS 450h’s status as the high performance flagship of the model range has now been further reinforced through several bespoke styling cues. A new front grille design incorporates horizontal bars of varying thickness, the hybrid blue rear lamps clusters have been modified to incorporate larger, transparent outer lenses, and a new, 18” aluminium wheel design is available.

The interior is hallmarked by a new, hybrid blue backlit engine stop/start button, and a hybrid-exclusive Venaro Grey semi-aniline leather colour scheme featuring black stitching and a grey bird’s-eye maple wood grain trim finish.

17 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 4: REVISED GS MODEL RANGE

MEASUREMENTS

GS 300 GS 460 GS 450h Exterior Overall length 4,85 4,85 4,85 dimensions (mm) Overall width 1,82 1,82 1,82 Overall height 1,43 1,43 1,43 Wheelbase 2,85 2,85 2,85 Luggage capacity (l) 430 430 280 Fuel tank capacity (l) 71 71 65 Coefficient of drag (Cd) 0.27 0.27 0.27

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

GS 300 GS 460 GS 450h Engine Displacement (cm3) 2,995 4,608 3,456 Engine type V6 V8 V6 Fuel type Petrol, 95 octane or more Valve mechanism 24v; Dual VVT-i 32v; Dual VVT-i; 24v; Dual VVT-i VVT-iE on intake Bore x stroke (mm) 87.5 x 83.0 94.0 x 83.0 94.0 x 83.0 Compression ratio 11.5:1 11.8:1 11.8:1 Max. power 249/183@6,200 347/255@6,400 296/218@6,400 (DIN hp/kW@rpm) Max. torque 310@3,500 460@4,100 368@4,800 (Nm@rpm)

18 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 4: REVISED GS MODEL RANGE

GS 300 GS 460 GS 450h Hybrid system Type Series/parallel, full hybrid System output 354/254 (DIN hp/kW) Electric motor Acompact synchronous, permanent magnet Max. power 200/147 (DIN hp/kW) Max. torque (Nm) 275 Voltage (V) 650 Electric generator Acompact synchronous, permanent magnet Voltage (V) 650 High Voltage Nickel Metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH) Voltage (V) 288

Transmission Type 6A/T, rear-wheel drive 8A/T, rear-wheel drive 2-stage, rear-wheel drive, Hybrid Transmission (Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission) Sequential shift mode Sequential shift mode Gear ratios 1st 3.538 4.596 Low 3900 2nd 2.060 2.724 High 1900 3rd 1.404 1.863 4th 1.000 1.464 5th 0.713 1.231 6th 0.582 1.000 7th 0.824 8th 0.685 Reverse 3.168 2.176

Suspension Type Fr: double wishbone, Rr: multilink Adaptive Variable yes yes yes Suspension Active Stabilisers n.a. option option

19 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 4: REVISED GS MODEL RANGE

GS 300 GS 460 GS 450h Brakes Front (mm) Ø334 x 30 Ø334 x 30 Rear (mm) Ø310 x 18 Ø310 x 18 ABS yes yes yes EBD (Electronic yes yes yes Brakeforce Distribution) BA (Brake Assist) yes yes yes TRC yes yes yes (Traction Control) VScompact (Vehicle yes yes yes Stability Control) VDIM (Vehicle yes yes yes Dynamics Integrated Management) Regenerative Brake n.a. n.a. yes System

Tyres Standard 225/50R17 245/40R18 225/50R17 Optional 245/40R18 Run-flat tyres 245/40R18

Steering Type Rack & pinion, Electric Power Steering Variable Gear Ratio n.a. yes yes Steering Ratio 14.6:1 11.5-17.2:1 11.5-17.2:1 Turns (lock to lock) 3.2 2.7-3.7 2.7-3.7 Min. turning radius (m) 5.2 5.2 5.2

Weight Kerb weight 1,620-1,660 1,735-1,800 1,865-1,930 (min-max, kg) Gross Vehicle Weight 2,125 2,16 2,355 (kg) Towing capacity (with 2 2 2 brakes - kg) Towing capacity 750 750 750 (without brakes - kg)

20 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 4: REVISED GS MODEL RANGE

GS 300 GS 460 GS 450h Performance Max. speed (km/h) 240 250 250 0-100km/h (s) 7.2 5.8 5.9 0-400m (s) 15.2 13.9 14.1

Fuel consumption 1 Combined 9.6 11.0 7.6 (L/100km) Extra urban 7.0 7.9 7.0 (L/100km) Urban (L/100km) 14.2 16.3 9.1

1 CO2 emissions Combined (g/km) 226 258 179 (17” tyres) 180 (18” tyres) Extra urban (g/km) 165 186 165 (17” tyres) 166 (18” tyres) Urban (g/km) 334 383 213 (17” & 18” tyres)

Other emissions 2 CO (g/km) 0.17 0.21 0.1 Hcompact (g/km) 0.05 0.036 0.01 NOx (g/km) 0.02 0.011 ~ 0.00

1 According to Directive 80/1268-2004/3/Ecompact 2 According to Directive 70/220-1999/102 (stage 3)/EC

21 www.lexus-media.com FRANKFURT 2009 CHAPTER 5: Audio and Navigation System Upgrades

Audio and Navigation System Upgrades

• New navigation system with 40GB Hard Disk Drive (HDD) capacity available across the entire Lexus model range • Birds-Eye View mapping, upgraded voice recognition available in 7 languages including Russian, menu and voice guidance in 14 languages (including Cyrillic characters) • New DAB ready sound systems with standard USB, Bluetooth® connectivity and audio streaming. • 10GB Sound Library facility with storage for up to 2000 songs

Having made its debut in the new generation RX, the new Lexus HDD Navigation System is now available across the entire Lexus model line-up.

The system benefits from a powerful, 40GB HDD capacity, making it one of the fastest, most accurate systems on the market. It covers the whole of Europe (including Russia), and includes the traffic information infrastructure of most countries (14 in total). The new system features Birds-Eye View mapping, upgraded voice recognition, with four additional languages including Russian, and a new menu that can be operated in 14 languages including Cyrillic characters.

Also available across the entire Lexus model range Lexus and Mark Levinson Premium sound systems offer DAB as an option. They also offer both USB and audio jack plug connectivity for the fully controlled use of portable music players such as iPods,…, and Bluetooth® mobile phone connectivity with an audio streaming function. In addition, the navigation system’s Hard Disk Drive also features a ‘Sound Library’ facility, using Compact Disc Data Base technology to transfer and store music files up to a 10GB capacity.

The upgraded audio and HDD navigation systems are controlled via Lexus’ renowned touch-screen technology, which has been designed to offer drivers easy, intuitive access to every function within three control steps.

Drivers of the latest generation RX model range further benefit from Remote Touch system control. Integral to the new HDD navigation system, Remote Touch is an innovative multi-function device offering simple, intuitive control over the audio, navigation, climate, phone and vehicle set-up systems. Located immediately in front of the cushioned central armrest for comfortable control, the Remote Touch knob operates on the same principles as a computer mouse. It allows the user to move a cursor quickly and easily over a selection of on-screen icons, and incorporates reaction force feedback for enhanced tactility.

22 www.lexus-media.com