Lexus RX400h Hybrid Luxury SUV

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RX400h Vehicle Specs
	3.3 liter, 60° V6 engine. Certified Super Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV)
	Four cam, four vales per cylinder, with continuously Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-I)
	268-hp Total System Horsepower
	Part-time all-wheel drive (AWD) [1] with Electronically-controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT)
	Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) [2], a traction management system that integrates the following:
		Electronically Controlled Braking (ECB) Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) [3] Traction Control (TRAC) Four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) Brake Assist [4]
RX400h News
Lexus RX400h Voted 'Most Anticipated Hybrid' Automotive.com, a leading Internet automotive marketing company, announced Lexus RX400h as the winner of the "Most Anticipated Hybrid" car of 2005. After months of voting and tallying over 200,000 votes submitted by consumers in the Automotive.com 2nd annual Consumer Choice Awards, Lexus was number one. "With a flurry of new hybrid models being introduced this year this is a market segment that is really heating up," said Jason Phillips, vice-president of Automotive.com. "The demand for alternative fuel vehicles keeps doubling year after year." Voted as the most anticipated hybrid of 2005, the new Lexus RX400h represents an advancement of hybrid technology to its highest level, befitting Lexus' claim of having the world's first luxury hybrid. Thanks to three electric motors and a high-capacity battery, the 268-horsepower RX400h can claim 30 MPG in city driving while accelerating to 60 MPH in under seven seconds -- an impossible combination for a conventional SUV. The sophistication of Lexus' hybrid technology allows the RX400h to be driven without the gas engine for long periods of time, ensuring silent, gas-free operation. Fast, frugal, and friendly to the Earth all at once, the new RX400h is the most noteworthy hybrid to receive this award.
RX400h Frequently Asked Questions
How fuel efficient are they? How much will I really save on gas? Hybrids are very fuel efficient relative to conventional vehicles. In city driving, they use less gas because the electric motor is doing much of the work. Also, in the case of the Lexus hybrid technology, when the vehicle comes to a stop, the gas engine automatically shuts off. Though driving conditions vary significantly from driver to driver - greatly affecting actual fuel economy - on average, Lexus hybrid technology offers much better fuel economy than similar conventionally powered vehicles. What will be the price for the RX hybrid? Lexus has not announced an MSRP yet. They will announce that figure closer to the vehicle's launch. Will the Lexus hybrid be SULEV rated (Super-Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle)? Yes, the Lexus hybrid is SULEV certified. What make/models now exist? There are several hybrids out on the market, but none from the luxury manufacturers. How many Lexus hybrid vehicles does Lexus expect to sell annually? Lexus has not announced a sales target yet. They will announce that number closer to the vehicle's launch. How long will Lexus make hybrids? Though some critics claim hybrids will go away soon, Lexus will continue to invest in hybrid technology because they believe it is the next great advancement in automobiles. Many leading automotive experts predict that hybrid technology will spread across all segments and into virtually all types of passenger vehicles. Manufacturers make (and stop making) vehicles based on customer demand. Once customers experience the power, fuel economy, reduced emissions, versatility, convenience and (in the case of Lexus) the luxury of a hybrid, there will be no turning back. What will the fuel economy numbers be for the Lexus hybrid vehicle? Lexus will be giving more detailed information and specs closer to the vehicle on sale date. Are hybrids safe? Will they withstand collision impact? Is there any danger from the battery? Lexus engineers have spent enormous effort to ensure our hybrid vehicles meet or exceed all of the U.S. government's stringent safety standards, as do all Lexus vehicles. If I run out of gas, can I use electricity to drive the car? No. Though Lexus hybrid technology allows the vehicle to operate on electric power at slow speeds when gasoline is in the tank, it is not designed to run without gasoline. Doing so could cause severe damage to the hybrid system, so drivers should be sure to keep gas in the tank at all times, just like a conventional vehicle. How long does the hybrid battery last? The hybrid battery is covered by warranty for 8 years/100,000 miles, whichever comes first. In normal use, Lexus expects the battery to last longer than the length of the warranty.
[1] The RX 400h is not designed to be driven off-road. [2] Lexus Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VDIM will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner's Manual for further details. [3] Lexus Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) is an electronic system designed to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse conditions. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VSC will be effective in preventing a loss of control. Please see your Owner's Manual for further details. [4] Brake Assist is designed to help the driver take full advantage of the benefits of ABS. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake-system maintenance and tire and road conditions.