LM

The exterior design of the LM focuses on next-generation Lexus design, combining unique identity with functional purity and dynamic performance. Its elegant and graceful form maximizes cabin space and emphasizes excellent driving performance and ride comfort. The front design evolves the Spindle Body, integrating it seamlessly into the body for improved aerodynamic performance, cooling, and maneuverability.

Ride comfort is a priority for the LM, ensuring a flagship luxury experience for all passengers. For seat development, passenger body movements were thoroughly analyzed to ensure a naturally relaxed state for both body and mind no matter where you are sitting.

In a first for Lexus, the LM introduces new ride comfort technologies designed to enhance the overall experience for all passengers. These features include AVS Suspension with Frequency-Sensitive Valve, which offers excellent ride quality regardless of speed, and the Rear Comfort drive mode, which prioritizes rear-seat comfort by adjusting the dampening force characteristics of the AVS and controlling the gas pedal and brake to minimize posture changes during acceleration and deceleration.

For the new LM, special attention was paid to creating a natural and comfortable sense of quietness. Noise frequency bandwidths and noise sources were analyzed, resulting in a 3-step approach to noise reduction: reducing generated noise (source noise), preventing noise from entering the vehicle (sound insulation), and reducing noise inside the vehicle (sound absorption).

Source noise reduction focused mainly on road noise and wind noise. In addition to the specific countermeasures for road noise around the tires and for wind noise around the hood and pillars, acoustic glass was used to help reduce high-frequency wind noise. The engine, one of the primary sources of noise and vibration, and the related mounts, which amplify the vibration, received thorough tuning. Also, cabin noise was greatly reduced by placing carefully calculated amounts and thicknesses of sound-absorbing, sound-insulating, and vibration-damping materials in appropriate places throughout the vehicle.

To help passengers feel truly at ease, the LM's interior combines exquisite craftsmanship with a human-centered approach. The design aims to create a relaxing, lounge-like atmosphere by maximizing the vehicle's generous interior height, providing a spacious and comfortable space characterized by sleek horizontal and vertical lines.

The speakers, refrigerator, storage compartments, and other functions are integrated into the design with great care taken to minimize the panel gaps between components.

Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) supports steering and braking operations to avoid getting too close to pedestrians, bicycles, and parked vehicles by anticipating risks according to the driving situation, such as pedestrians crossing the road or situations where objects may suddenly appear. When the distance between the car in front is too close, or when the speed of the car is too fast for the curve ahead, the system will gently assist in decelerating the car. Furthermore, when the system detects an approaching signal intersection, it provides advanced deceleration support in conjunction with blinker operation, thereby helping to ensure a margin of maneuverability when turning right or left. It provides constant steering assist to keep the vehicle in the center of the lane. The system supports safe and confident driving by providing appropriate support for a wide range of driving situations.

Advanced Drive (traffic jam support) and Advanced Park (with remote function), functions of the advanced driving support technology Lexus Teammate*, have been adopted.

*Developed based on Toyota Motor Corporation's unique automated driving concept [Mobility Teammate Concept], where people and cars complement each other and share the drive together, just like close friends.

An e-Latch system that incorporated an “easy closer” on the front doors is another Lexus first. Quiet and smooth operation with enhanced usability supports door closing from a partially-open state. Both the front and sliding doors are equipped with Safe Exit Assist (with Door Open Control) (SEA), which detects vehicles and bicycles approaching from behind, providing a warning notification and preventing the doors from opening.

If the driver's posture becomes significantly impaired during lane tracing assist (LTA) control, the system judges that it is difficult for the driver to continue driving and warns others by flashing hazard lamps, etc., while the vehicle gradually decelerates. In addition, doors are unlocked after the vehicle is stopped and a life-saving request is made through an automatic Help Net connection, contributing to early driver rescue and first aid.