Lexus LX F SPORT in Japan: prices, suspension changes and equipment
Lexus adds the F SPORT grade to the Japanese LX range, with Torsen LSD, Performance Dampers, 22-inch forged wheels and revised steering and suspension settings.
Prices for every existing Lexus LX version in Japan have risen by the same ¥1.1 million. The base LX600 now costs ¥15.6 million instead of ¥14.5 million, while the LX700h is ¥17 million, up from ¥15.9 million.
At the same time, Lexus has introduced the F SPORT grade to the Japanese LX line-up for the first time. The petrol LX600 F SPORT is priced at ¥17 million, while the hybrid LX700h F SPORT costs ¥18 million. Compared with the respective base versions, the premiums are ¥1.4 million for the LX600 and ¥1 million for the LX700h.
This is more than a styling package. F SPORT gets front and rear Performance Dampers, a Torsen limited-slip differential, a rear stabilizer bar, and dedicated tuning for the electric power steering and AVS adaptive suspension. Forged 22-inch wheels are standard, while red brake calipers are optional. Inside are sports seats, perforated leather on the steering wheel and gear selector, aluminium pedals and dedicated graphics for the 12.3-inch instrument display.
The changes also extend to other LX versions. Lexus has retuned the EPS and suspension characteristics across the range, while the OVERTRAIL+ switches from 265/65 R18 to 265/70 R18 tyres and gains more ground clearance. The two extremes of the line-up are therefore more clearly separated: F SPORT focuses on sharper responses on asphalt, while OVERTRAIL+ is aimed at demanding off-road use.