Lexus fans wishing for a high performance crossover might indeed be lucky if a new rumor is correct: Japan’s Mag-X reports that Lexus is preparing a high performance RX “Morizo RR” for 2028 that would compete with the BMW X5 M and Audi RS Q8.
If that name sounds familiar, it’s because Lexus’ smallest CUV – the LBX – offers the Morizo RR high performance trim in select global markets and has been universally praised for its blend of performance, refinement, and premium features. The RX receiving the same Morizo RR treatment could be an exciting new chapter for Lexus’ most popular global CUV.
Hybrid Power, High Performance
According to Mag-X, the RX Morizo RR would be a high powered hybrid all-wheel drive SUV that surpasses the existing RX 500h F SPORT Performance. At the core of the high performance RX would be an all-new 2.0 liter inline four-cylinder turbo engine mated to front and rear electric motors. Expected output is reported to be nearly 600 horsepower from the combined next-generation hybrid system.
This rumor seems to raise more questions than answers even though a high performance RX is an exciting proposition and something many Lexus enthusiasts have been desiring for years. Mag-X mentions that the next generation RX will rely more on hybrid power instead of being a full BEV, and if true, the combination of a high performance four-cylinder and next-generation electric motors could be very interesting indeed.
Source: Mag-X
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