L’EXPERIENCE JAN 2021 Edition 8 LEXUS NEWS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ BY MELBOURNE CITY LEXUS FIND YOUR AWAY Welcome to an exciting New Year. The holiday season is almost coming to an end and we hope you enjoyed a well-earned break. Experience Amazing in 2021 with Lexus and ‘Find Your Away’ at the Lexus Summer Event, now on at Melbourne City Lexus, 501 Swanston Street. Click below for Lexus news and current offers. LEXUS NX SUMMER EVENT 2021 LEXUS IS REVIEWS LEXUS SHOP 2020 UX PLATE CLEARANCE LEXUS LS UPDATES LEXUS RX OFFER 1 NEXT FIND YOUR AWAY THE LEXUS SUMMER EVENT NOW ON The Lexus Summer Event is now on at Melbourne City Lexus with driveaway plate clearance offers on selected Lexus SUVs. T&Cs apply. Lexus UX 200 Luxury compact crossover SUV from $49,888 Drive Away* UX SUV OFFER Lexus UX 200 Luxury in titanium shown. *T&C's apply. Encore Platinum Benefits apply on new and demonstrator L-Series & F model vehicles sold on or after 03/08/2020 for a 3 year period from the date Encore is first activated by Melbourne City Lexus. Inclusions may change without notice. Subject to availability. For full T&Cs and details contact us or click here https://www.citylexus.com.au/smallprint/encore-terms . 2 BACK NEXT 2020 NX PLATE CLEARANCE This is your chance to discover incredible plate clearance offers on selected Lexus SUV models. T&Cs apply. Lexus NX 300 2WD Luxury medium crossover SUV from $61,888 Drive Away* NX SUV OFFER Lexus NX 300 Luxury in vermillion shown. 3 BACK NEXT 2020 RX PLATE CLEARANCE Lexus RX 300 Luxury large SUV from $74,888 Drive Away* Visit Melbourne City Lexus now to Find Your Away at the Lexus Summer Event. T&Cs apply. RX SUV OFFER Lexus RX 300 Luxury in sonic quartz shown. 4 BACK NEXT 2021 LEXUS IS REVIEWS TESTING THE NEW 2021 LEXUS IS 2021 LEXUS IS MOTORING REVIEWS Read what Australian motorists have to say about test driving the new 2021 Lexus IS sports sedan, now available at Melbourne City Lexus. Wheels: Tim Robson. “For a car that shouldn’t even exist anymore, the Lexus IS 300h is a nicely executed sports sedan with a plush, benign manner that perhaps reveals its advancing years more than its West Australian: Andrew Chesterton: sharply designed visage lets on.” “Bold “IS 300, the best-driving IS” new looks, style for miles, that hybrid “It makes a V6-rivalling 350Nm and, drivetrain is a sweetie.” more important, it’s all available from a much lower 1650rpm. Combined with a lighter kerb weight and a lighter steering feel, it’s the model most living up to Lexus’ new driving promise (Lexus Driving Signature). So, the cheapest model might also be the best... how often do you get to say Lexus IS 300h Luxury EP2 Hybrid in vermillion shown. that?” Source: West Australian: Andrew Chesterton. https://thewest.com.au/lifestyle/motoring/2021-lexus-is-review-ng-b881750252z Wheels: Tim Robson. https://www.whichcar.com.au/reviews/2021-lexus-is300h-review 5 BACK NEXT BOOK YOUR TEST DRIVE MOTORING REVIEWS CarAdvice: Rob Margeit. “This latest update, more than skin deep, should keep (the Lexus successful formula Carsguide: Matt Campbell. invigorated: a blend of premium and performance, while retaining the ability to “The new-look Lexus IS takes several News Limited Motoring/ Luxury: provide comfortable motoring. “New styling steps forward over its predecessor - it’s David McCowen. is a winner, V6 powertrain a peach, ride safer, smarter, sharper to look at and still quality and dynamic ability. “ pretty well priced and equipped. It is “Lexus’s sporty sedan is aimed at buyers who feeling its age inside, and the competition enjoy their time behind the wheel. Beautifully has moved on in terms of engines and EV finished and generously appointed” tech. But even so, if I was buying a 2021 “Customers who choose premium variants this Lexus IS, it would have to be the IS350 F year also benefit from Lexus’ Encore Platinum Sport, which is just the most fitting version program, which brings bonuses such as the of this car, though the IS300h Luxury opportunity to swap their car for another Lexus does have plenty to like for the money, (such as a four-wheel-drive or V8 sports car) too. Looks a lot better now, improved for up to eight days on four occasions.” media system, better safety” Source: News Limited: David McCowen. https://www.news.com.au/technology/motoring/luxury/lexus-is-review-new-luxury-sedan-is-for-people-who-love-todrive/news-story/26d14767c463f437085c78969ee9cefd CarAdvice: Rob Margeit. https://www.caradvice.com.au/909011/2021-lexus-is-review-australian- first-drive/ Carsguide: Matt Campbell. https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-reviews/lexus-is-2021-review-81829. 6 BACK NEXT NEW LEXUS IS SPORTS SEDAN Lexus IS Luxury ochre / metallic black interior shown. Lexus IS 300 F Sport in cobalt mica shown. BUILD & PRICE THE LEXUS IS Lexus IS 300 F Sport in cobalt mica shown. 7 BACK NEXT NEW LEXUS LS UPDATES NEW LEXUS LS RAISES REFINEMENT, COMFORT & TECHNOLOGY BENCHMARKS Lexus has further raised the standard of refinement, Takumi craftsmanship and imaginative technology with the updated LS flagship sedan on sale January 20. Meticulous engineering improvements, more opulent interiors and broader application of advanced technologies have created an impeccable new high watermark for luxury and drivability. Dynamic enhancements dictated by the brand's Lexus Driving Signature have been complemented by elevated levels of comfort, quietness and overall refinement. Supreme smoothness, refinement and effortless power for the 264kW 3.5-litre normally aspirated V6 hybrid powertrain in the LS 500h have benefited from painstaking attention to detail. Lexus engineers have improved drivability through its multi-stage hybrid system by increasing the level of assistance provided by the high-voltage lithium-ion battery to the Lexus LS 500h F Sport Hybrid in sonic iridium shown. electric motor and by expanding its range of operation. Lexus LS 500h Sports Luxury Hybrid in lustre shadow shown. 8 BACK NEXT NEW LEXUS LS UPDATES Further elevating its status as a luxury flagship, Lexus has enhanced imaginative technology in the LS by offering greater convenience and driver-assistance safety features. A new widescreen 12.3-inch touch-display is now elegantly integrated to provide effortless control of the multimedia system - complementing the stunning audio of the 23-speaker Mark Levinson®2 surround sound system. Comprehensive safety features now include a digital rear-view mirror for the first time in a Lexus. Its large display presents real-time images from the reversing camera, providing improved vision in all weather and lighting conditions while ensuring the view is not obstructed by headrests or passengers. Functionality of the advanced Lexus Safety System+ has been enhanced with the addition of intersection turning assist3 and Lexus Connected Services. They include Automatic Collision Notification4 - the ability to generate an automatic emergency call to a 24/7 Lexus Emergency Call Centre and relay the location of the vehicle in the event of a collision that requires intervention, or if an airbag deploys. New multi-layered urethane seat cushioning features a top layer of low-resilience material5 that adapts to the occupant's body providing increased softness. A deeper seam between the cushion and side support allows greater flex in the upholstery and excellent vibration absorption. Platinum foil around the door handles is complemented by a traditional organic woven fabric, creating a Lexus LS 500h Sports Luxury Hybrid in lustre shadow shown. delicate shine across the interior surface of the doors. Overseas images. 2 Product & company names are trademarks of their respective owners. 3 Driver assist feature. Only operates under certain conditions. Check your Owner's Manual for explanation of limitations. Please drive safely. 4 Driver assist feature only. Not a substitute for safe driving practices. Not available outside Australia or if service is disabled or terminated. Only operates if vehicle's SOS button is pressed. Dependent on 4G enabled DCM, GPS signal strength, mobile network coverage, operational related components and other factors outside Lexus's control which can limit the ability or functionality of the system. Check your Owner's Manual for explanation of limitations. Please drive safely. Only activates if vehicle's DCM detects airbag deployment or an impact sensor notification Check your Owner's Manual for explanation of limitations. 5 Lexus Australia reserves the right to vary or discontinue the current interior or exterior colours, trims and colour/trim/model combinations 9 BACK NEXT LEXUS ONLINE SHOP BACK-TO-WORK LEXUS COLLECTION Leather Briefcase Ochre Leather Briefcase Black Backpack Gym Bag Lexus Cargo/ Boot Mat Frank Green Drink Bottle Drink Frank Green Frank Green Cup. Frank Green Lexus Apron Lexus Power Bank Power Lexus Flask Lexus OFFICE BRIEFCASES, FLASKS & DRINK LEXUS ACCESSORIES HOME ACCESSORIES BACKBACKS & SPORTS BAGS BOTTLES. Order online, Wide range of accessories available Wide range of luxury lifestyle items Perfect to go back to work or school. delivered to your doorstep. to protect & customise your Lexus. available. EXPRESS DELIVERY AVAILABLE*. PLEASE CONTACT US TODAY. WE DELIVER AUSTRALIA-WIDE SHOP ONLINE 10 BACK All items only while stock lasts. 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