Lexus will add a new BEV (battery electric vehicle) “bZ5X” to the lineup in 2024. It is expected to be released in 2025. “BZ5X” was filed with the Japanese Patent Office on September 22, 2020 (commercial application 2020-116945).
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What kind of model is Toyota’s new “bZ5X”?
Toyota has announced and released the sedan type “bZ3” and the crossover SUV type “bZ4X” in the electric vehicle model “bZ” series, but the “X” in “bZ5X” indicates that it is a crossover SUV type. It appears to be a BEV (battery electric vehicle) 3-row SUV that is larger than the bZ4X . The concept model is truly a ” bZ LARGE SUV .” The “bZ4X” is similar in size to the “Harrier” and “RAV4,” but the “bZ5X” is a 3-row model, so it is likely to be created based on the “ Highlander ” and “ Grand Highlander .”
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bZ LARGE SUV
It is a large-sized SUV with three rows of seats inside.
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About the new Lexus “TX350,” “TX500h,” and “TX550h+” 3-row SUV
The new Lexus TX is based on Toyota’s Grand Highlander and uses the newly developed GA-K platform, which is based on the same TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) . It will be a larger model than the Lexus RX. Rumor has it that it will be lined up as a successor to the 3-row seat model of the RX L. The SUV, which rivals the Mercedes-Benz GLS and BMW X7, is said to be larger than the RX L.
With the addition of the TX, there will be seven SUV models in the U.S. lineup , including the LX , GX , TX, RX , NX , UX , and LBX . They are “LX = Land Cruiser 300”, “NX = Harrier”, and “UX = C-HR”. “TX = Grand Highlander”.
| TNGA | Toyota | lexus |
|---|---|---|
| GA-B platform | Yaris Cross | LBX |
| GA-C platform | C-HR | UX |
| GA-K platform | harrier | NX |
| e-TNGA platform | bZ4X | RZ |
| GA-K platform | highlander | RX |
| e-TNGA platform | bZ5X | TZ |
| GA-K platform | grand highlander | TX |
| GL-F platform | land cruiser prado | GX |
| GL-F platform | land cruiser 300 | LX |
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About the exterior of Toyota’s new Grand Highlander
The Grand Highlander is a three-row SUV that is larger than the Highlander . Visually boxier and simpler than its Highlander sibling , Toyota’s new SUV was designed by a team at Calty Design Studios in California. The body-colored rear pillars express robustness and strength, and the smooth surfaces throughout the body create a simple and rugged design. The Grand Highlander is offered in three trim levels (XLE, Limited, and Platinum) with aluminum wheels ranging from 18 inches to 20 inches. It is also equipped with a panoramic moonroof.
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About the interior of Toyota’s new Grand Highlander
The Grand Highlander SUV offers up to 2,775L of volume with the seats folded, which is approximately 396L more than the Highlander. Even with the third row of seats in use, the trunk is large enough to hold seven carry-on suitcases. The third row of seats is large enough for adults to sit comfortably, and each person sitting there has access to a USB port, a place to store a smartphone or tablet, and he has access to two cup holders. Grand Highlander features 13 cupholders and 7 USB-C ports for all your charging needs. Second-row passengers also have an air-conditioning control panel, and the Grand Highlander is equipped with either captain’s chairs or a bench.
A 12.3-inch infotainment screen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and there’s a configurable center console large enough to fit a tablet and two wireless chargers. A heated steering wheel, 1,500W power outlet, hands-free power liftgate, and seat ventilation for the driver and passenger seats are available on higher trim levels. Toyota designed the Grand Highlander to be as comfortable as your living room, with soft materials on the instrument panel, “woodgrain” trim, and a soft armrest designed to feel like a “finely crafted sofa.” . The leather seats are adjustable 10-way for the driver (8-way for the passenger), and Hybrid Max models have exclusive Ultrasuede and leather seats with bronze accents.
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summary
Adding the bZ5X to the lineup could instantly make it more attractive than other electric vehicle models. The “Grand Highlander” currently has a “hybrid model (HEV)” model with an electrified powertrain, but given the global trend of electric vehicles, it may be natural for the lineup to include a large crossover SUV electric vehicle model.
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