According to new reports, Lexus has confirmed their plans to develop a new hybrid crossover, with the aim to rival the likes of the BMW X1 and the Audi Q3.
Earlier this year, Lexus' Executive Vice President Kazuo Ohara had announced for a pre-production concept to be unveiled later this year, possibly at the Tokyo Motor Show in November.
Now, it appears the automaker will also be displaying the production-ready premium compact SUV/crossover at Geneva Motor Show 2014.
In terms of powertrain, it will inherit the same hybrid powertrain used in IS 300h, which comprises of an Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder, 2.5-litre engine working together with a high torque motor. The regular engine will churn 178bhp and 300Nm of torque while the combined output will develop 220bhp.
Earlier this year, Lexus' Executive Vice President Kazuo Ohara had announced for a pre-production concept to be unveiled later this year, possibly at the Tokyo Motor Show in November.
Now, it appears the automaker will also be displaying the production-ready premium compact SUV/crossover at Geneva Motor Show 2014.
In terms of powertrain, it will inherit the same hybrid powertrain used in IS 300h, which comprises of an Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder, 2.5-litre engine working together with a high torque motor. The regular engine will churn 178bhp and 300Nm of torque while the combined output will develop 220bhp.
