2022 Lexus LQ First Impressions, Hybrid Specs

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The first photos of the upcoming 2022 Lexus LQ are available. This beautifully crafted crossover looks gorgeous and luxurious. According to the manufacturer’s statement, the new LQ is the next flagship model. So, that means the famous RX SUV will finally get a replacement. If you remember, this model was released more than two decades ago and had been the most selling model until today.

The forthcoming LQ will be a huge refreshment for Lexus. This model will deploy a traditional gasoline powertrain and the all-wheel-drive option. Also, a hybrid powertrain is available too and it will produce at least 600 horsepower.

2022 Lexus LQ front

2022 Lexus LQ Offers Remarkable Design

The design of 2022 Lexus LQ looks attractive and futuristic. For a start, we can see many similarities with the RX model. Moreover, we must add that RX is a mid-size luxury crossover characterized as the flagship model.

Generally, we think that the styling of the upcoming LQ will be both bold and elegant. Like every single Lexus model, the new one will use the same design language. From the renderings, we can see that LQ is wearing a famous spindle grille that features a three-dimensional design and LED lighting around the grille. Design is unique and we can expect this crossover as the next flagship model.

Interior Sneak Peek

As you probably know, Lexus consistently produced high-quality cabins. So, we hope the LQ’s cabin will not be an exception. Like on many Lexus vehicles, the cabin would be covered in soft-touch surfaces and upscale materials. From the information that we got, the upcoming model will come with the same layout found in the current RX mid-size crossover.

That suggests a 12.3-inch center screen with a touchpad controller and less physical buttons. Also, we expect that LQ features plenty of standard equipment. Hopefully, it will include Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Amazon Alexa compatibility, built-in navigation, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and more.

Safety

The all-new crossover LQ should host more safety than the RX model. From the information that we got, it’ll at least include safety features such as adaptive cruise control, automated emergency braking, and lane-keeping assist.

2022 Lexus LQ Produces More Than 600 Horsepower

Like LS full-size luxury sedan, the latest 2022 Lexus LQ will ride on the same underpinnings. Also, besides that, expect similar mechanics and similar powertrains. The base LQ will use a 3.4-liter V-6 twin-turbocharged powertrain that can produce 416 horses. This model will use a 10-speed automatic transmission.

The next one powertrain that LQ could use is a 3.5-liter V-6 and two electric motors. Also, this combination will make a combined 354 horsepower. From what we heard, this mill will probably use a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Lastly, LQ might borrow an F high-performance twin-turbo V8 engine that can produce at least 600 horsepower.

Release Date and Cost

The upcoming 2022 Lexus LQ is the new compact SUV that looks awesome. According to the information that we collected, this flagship model will arrive sometime next year as the 2022 model. Generally, the upcoming LQ will definitively become a threat to many SUVs in the same category. With that, we mean on models such as Mercedes-Benz GLC and Audi Q7. As for the pricing, there are many speculations on this topic. From the latest gossip, the base model will start at $60,000, while the top-ranking trim might pass an $80,000 mark.

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