General Motors may be skipping out on its 20 minute time slot at the Los Angeles Auto Show, but Toyota ’s Lexus brand plans to take full advantage of its allocated press conference time. Lexus will show off at least three new models, with two making their world debuts.
Lexus took the wraps off its IS 250C at the 2008 Paris Motor Show, but the hard top convertible will be making its North American debut at the LA show. Like the Paris version, the LA-bound IS 250C will be packing a 204 horsepower 2.5L V6 engine, with the option of a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.
Although not officially confirmed for the LA show, it remains possible that Lexus could unveil the up-level IS 350C. The IS 350C will use the same retractable hard top configurations as the IS 250C, but ups performance with a 306 horsepower 3.5L V6, exclusively mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox.
Leaked images have already revealed Lexus’ next RX SUV, but the all-new ‘ute will make its first public appearance at next week’s show. In addition to the base RX 350, Lexus will also show the RX 450h hybrid version of the SUV, indicating that both models will be available at launch.
Lastly, Lexus plans to show a revised version of its flagship LS sedan. Updates are expected to be minor but should give the big four-door a fresher look.
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