THE LF-30 ELECTRIFIED CONCEPT

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EMBODYING THE VISION OF LEXUS ELECTRIFICATION
LF-30 ELECTRIFIED CONCEPT

LEXUS ELECTRIFIED

Unveiled along with the LF-30 Electrified concept at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show, the “Lexus Electrified” vision targets a fundamental leap in vehicle performance, handling, control and driver enjoyment - even as mobility within our society continues to change with autonomous driving and vehicle electrification.

To advance this goal, Lexus plans to unveil its first BEV (battery electric vehicle) in November 2019 – broadening response to the needs of various regions around the world, including the development of HEVs (hybrid electric vehicles), PHEVs (plug-in hybrid electric vehicles), and FCEVs (fuel cell electric vehicles).

FUTURISTIC FORM AND FUNCTION

For its exterior styling the advanced image expected of a BEV has been channeled into artistic qualities that result in a futuristic form, and an interior that assertively weaves in autonomous driving and other new technologies aims to manifest Lexus’ distinctive worldview. Performance is rooted in Lexus Electrified components, adding Lexus’ latest technology to our leadership in development of HEV systems.

AN EXPRESSION OF ENERGY

In taking up the challenge of expressing a new design that could only be achieved with a BEV powered by in-wheel electric motors, Lexus visually articulated the LF-30 Electrified’s unique energy flow. The vehicle form is meant to visually express the energy created by the wheels set at the corners of the vehicle body streaming toward the vehicle cabin and past the driver to directly flow onto the road surface.

OTHER EXTERIOR FEATURES

To manifest in a higher dimension Lexus’ fundamental human-centered philosophy, the cockpit was designed based on the new Lexus concept of “Tazuna”, meaning "reins" in Japanese. Inspired by how a single rein can be used to achieve mutual understanding between horse and rider, the steering controller-mounted switches and head-up display have been coordinated to a high degree, creating a space that enables the driver to focus on driving while controlling various functions.

COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE

As an indication of the future image of a Tazuna cockpit, the LF-30 Electrified employs next-generation interfaces, such as gesture control and enhanced presentation of vehicle information through AR (augmented reality). The resulting interior is one that provides comfort and convenience for both driver and passengers.

With the layout of the front passenger seat echoing that of a first-class seat on an airliner, the interior is one in which a sense of openness and a sense of envelopment coexist. All switches and other controls being comfortably within reach and a gesture-control large-screen display for the passenger seat add to the achievement of interior comfort and convenience.

OTHER INTERIOR FEATURES

ADVANCED POSTURE CONTROL

Lexus Advanced Posture Control technology regulates the drive-power output from high-torque electric motors to adjust vehicle posture in tune with human sensibilities. Completely independent control of front and rear drive wheels allows appropriate provision of front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive, depending on the driving situation.

OTHER TECHNOLOGY

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