Lexus unveils updated 2013 RX crossover
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The Lexus RX crossover is about to get more aggressive…looking.
Toyota’s luxury division has unveiled the updated 2013 model of its best-selling car, and the iconic jellybean has sprouted fangs.
Technically referred to as a “spindle grille,” the new face of the RX apes that of the truly-sporty 2013 GS sedan and appears to be destined for every car that the company makes. New headlights and LED daytime running lights add to the slightly sinister appearance.
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Behind them are the same V6 and hybrid powertrains that have made the RX350 and RX450h perennial favorites at your local mall. The front-wheel-drive RX450h delivering a still-impressive 32 mpg city, 28 mpg highway fuel economy rating.
Added standard features, like a power liftgate plus refreshed interior trim and a new steering wheel round out the major changes to the RX.
A new sport mode on the hybrid models adds a little zing to their performance and turns the instrument cluster red when activated. But for those looking to really step it up a notch, an F-Sport appearance package is available for the first on the RX450h includes 19-inch wheels, halogen headlights and an even angrier grille and bumper combination.
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Luckily, there’s plenty of time to warn your kids, because the new RX doesn’t go on sale until later this year.