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Lexus RX 450h+ 2.5 Takumi 5dr E-CVT Review

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This is the plug-in hybrid option, and uses the same 2.5-litre petrol engine as the 350h but produces a more powerful combined output of 304bhp. The 0-62mph time is 6.5sec.

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In the same way that Infiniti acts as Nissan’s premium arm, Lexus has a similar tie-in with Toyota. And since most of Toyota’s models are offered as hybrids, it’s no surprise to see the same from Lexus, although there are some traditional petrol engines, too.

The brand focuses heavily on SUVs – namely the NX and RX – but also has the CT hatchback, ES executive saloon and LS luxury car among its portfolio. More small and large SUVs are expected in the future.

Like Toyota, Lexus has built a very strong reputation for reliability and regularly finishes very close to the top of our annual Reliability Survey.

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This is the plushest trim level, with adaptive suspension, park assist, a 21-speaker Mark Levinson audio system upgrade, a digital rear-view mirror, and electric adjustment for the front passenger seat and rear seats. 

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450h+ 2.5 Takumi 5dr E-CVT

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4 way electric lumbar support for driver and front passenger

LED brake lights and rear lights with emergency brake signal

Speed sensitive electric power assisted steering

3 point ELR front and rear seatbelts with pretensioners

Front and rear parking sensor with intelligent clearance sonar

Wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto

Front and rear one touch power windows with voice command

Extended lexus safety system+ 3 - lane change assist, front cross traffic assist

Electric adjustable, folding, heated, reverse tilt door mirror with electro chromatic on driver side

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The RX scores well for its strong refinement, plush interior and punchy performance. Reliability will be a strong point, too, and the option of a regular hybrid is great for those without easy access to a charger. While the electric range on the plug-in hybrid version isn’t as impressive as some rivals, they also cost more.

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Logical and beautifully built interior, with great infotainment</li> <li>More than enough space for five passengers or, even better, seven</li> <li>Strong performance along with impressive efficiency</li> <li>Composed handling that limits any feeling of unwieldiness</li></ul>

We class a luxury SUV as being anything where our pick of the range costs more than £70,000 – and at this price point, buyers' expectations are high. So, as well as all of the qualities that make regular SUVs such well-rounded choices –&nbsp;such as decent space for passengers and luggage, a classy interior and robust materials – we also want a cosseting ride, the latest driver assistance technology and enough space to really stretch out.

The Land Rover Discovery proves that you don't need to spend a lot of money to get a luxurious SUV, but if you've got a bit more to spend, the Audi Q7 is perennially popular among buyers, and with good reason. Or, at the very top of this market, there are newer additions such as the BMW X7 to consider.

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