BODY STRUCTURE


  1. OUTLINE


    1. Lightweight and Highly Rigid Body


      1. High-tensile strength steel and ultra high-tensile strength steel are used in order to achieve excellent body rigidity and a lightweight body.

    2. Safety Features


      1. The impact absorbing structure minimizes cabin deformation by effectively helping to absorb the impact energy in the event of a front, side or rear collision. This provides high performance.

    3. Rust-resistant Body


      1. Rust-resistant performance is enhanced by the extensive use of anti-corrosion sheet steel, as well as by an anti-corrosion treatment that includes the application of anti-rust wax, sealer and anti-chipping paint to the easily corroded parts such as the hood and fender.

    4. Low Vibration and Low Noise Body


      1. Effective application of vibration damping and noise suppressant materials reduces engine, wind and road noise.

    5. Aerodynamics


      1. Optimization of the shape of the body and underfloor ensures excellent aerodynamic performance.

    6. Parts with Low Repair Cost


      1. A construction which does not cause damage to the body in low-impact collisions, is used for repair cost reduction.

  2. MAIN FEATURES


    1. Exterior Design


      1. Front View


        1. The use of a spindle grille creates a sense of unity through the geometric shape of the dynamic front bumper and the flow of the radiator grille connecting from the hood panel, thereby expressing elegance and strength of the Lexus SUV.

        2. A three-part structure is used for the headlight to create a sense of integration for the Lexus brand.

        3. The front bumper has a unique corner shape which complements the solidity of the spindle grille and expresses a stable and strong design.

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          *1 Headlight *2 Radiator Grille (Spindle Grille)
          *3 Front Bumper - -

        4. The lower end of the radiator grille has been lowered and the radiator grille lower No. 1 has been moved further down, thus achieving a design with a stable posture and a low center of gravity.

        5. The radiator grille has been positioned slightly lower than the headlights to emphasize dynamism, youthfulness, and fortitude.

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          *1 Headlight *2 Radiator Grille
          *3 Radiator Grille Lower No. 1 - -

        6. A spindle grille, which is the latest Lexus brand motif, is used on the front end to indicate the vehicle is a Lexus vehicle. Also, the spindle frame and the internal structure of the radiator grille have been synchronized in order to emphasize the solid design further.

        7. A horizontal bar type radiator grille upper and a honeycomb mesh type radiator grille lower No. 1 are used. Also, metallic molding is combined with the horizontal bars of the radiator grille upper to create depth and precision.

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          *1 Radiator Grille (Spindle Grille) *2 Spindle Frame
          *3 Radiator Grille Upper *4 Radiator Grille Lower No. 1

        8. A Light Emitting Diode (LED) front fog light is used. By using LED, the world's smallest class of light source has been achieved.

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          *1 LED Front Fog Light - -
          *a Illumination Image - -

      2. Rear View


        1. The shape of the rear bumper evokes the image of an undergrad, enveloping the laterally shaved design of the upper surface to give a dynamic impression and sleekness, which embellishes the genuine SUV styling with a Lexus touch.

        2. For the rear garnish, chrome-plated bars enclose the license plate from above and below to give the housing an innovative three-dimensional design, expressing a tough appearance. The chrome-plated section of the rear garnish, with its outwardly expanding design, adds a feeling of width to the tall SUV silhouette.

        3. In the rear combination lights, the boundary of the turn signal light features a line which slopes upward toward the outside, reflecting the Lexus symbol. Horizontal based divisions are used for the extension to express stability. Also, a clear outer lens is used to express an advanced feeling.

        4. An L-shaped design is used for the rear fog light and the back-up light to create a sense of integration between Lexus brands.

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      3. Side View


        1. Integrated into the body, which lies along a horizontal axis, the solid design of the front and rear fenders form a slight wedge-shape from the wheels toward the rear of the vehicle, presenting a modern dynamic.

        2. The shaved-off design of the fenders start further back than the flares below them, endowing the fender tops with a more compact appearance that expresses the agility of a genuine SUV.

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