Lexus LBX Morizo RR Concept

The LBX Morizo RR Concept makes its world debut today at the Tokyo Auto Salon, a reinterpretation of Lexus’ all-new compact crossover as a high-performance model that’s focused on driver engagement and rewards. At the same time, the concept preserves the essential high-quality driving experience and sophisticated design that are intrinsic to the brand

Adding another dimension to the LBX’s convention-breaking character, the concept model has been created with direct input from Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman and Master Driver Akio Toyoda – also known as “Morizo”. Chairman Toyoda gives a personal insight into the project in a short video that can be viewed on Lexus Europe Newsroom.

The LBX Morizo RR Concept is powered by a turbocharged and intercooled in-line three-cylinder engine that delivers a maximum 305 DIN hp/224 kW, driving all four wheels through an electronically controlled system and a Direct Shift eight-speed automatic transmission. All key elements of the car have been honed for performance, including packaging, body, suspension and tyres. To optimise aerodynamics, the development team applied technologies from the world of high-speed air racing..

Lexus LBX Morizo RR Concept

In keeping with the theme of the Lexus and Toyota Gazoo Racing presence at the exhibition, the concept has been customised with unique details. Morizo’s signature yellow colour features in the plated moulding of the unified spindle grille, the brake callipers and the seatbelts. , which carry the Morizo RR logo. Other features include sports seats, alloy pedals and coloured wheel arch and rocker mouldings. The result is a car that embodies a sense of casual luxury and has the reassuring, rewarding quality of a trusted driving partner.

LBX Morizo RR Concept outline specifications

Base vehicle Lexus LBX
DIMENSIONS
Length (mm) 4,190
Width (mm) 1,845 (+20)
Height (mm) 1,535 (-10)
ENGINE
Engine code G16E-GTS
Type In-line 3-cylinder with turbocharger and intercooler
Max. output (DIN hp/kW @ rpm) 305/224 @ 6,500
Max. torque (Nm @ rpm) 400 @ 3,250 – 4,600
TRANSMISSION
Type Direct Shift 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain Electronically controlled full-time AWD
WHEELS & TYRES
Wheels Exclusive 19 inch alloy
Tyre size 235/45R19
SUSPENSION
Front MacPherson strut
Rear Double wishbone
BRAKES
Front/rear 18-inch ventilated disc/ 16-inch disc
COLOURS
Exterior Sonic Chrome with Black
Interior Ochre

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