New Lexus LX570 - 'flying carpet' for Vietnamese tycoons

The newly designed large SUV can attract anyone's attention, especially with the price of 5.7 billion VND.

Driving the LX570, you can encounter all kinds of situations from looking, looking, touching or even "asking" to sit on it. The interest of the car-loving public for the LX570 is indisputable. Although it is difficult to say whether this SUV is beautiful or ugly.

Only one thing is right. It attracts.

In 5 years, Lexus has created its own design revolution, with a series of products that no longer have any historical traces. Simple, round, plump lines are replaced by complex, muscular angles. The LX570 has undergone a major aesthetic change, targeting the young, dynamic, and individualistic rich class. Instead of the wealthy, traditional old men.

If the rival Cadillac Escalade is muscular and sleek like an American action movie star, the LX570 is quiet, attentive to every detail and mysterious like an Asian tycoon. The wide gill-shaped radiator grille hints at the hidden power behind, combined with the sharp LED daytime running lights, making the LX570 very suitable for those who like soft power.

In contrast to the exterior, the LX570 interior does not create much impression. It seems that the space is too large, confusing the designers because of the lack of consistency in the lines. The wood and leather details are not harmonious. The layout of buttons and storage compartments still has a lot of traditional SUV thinking while both Cadillac and Porsche have become more fashionable.

However, for those who need space and comfort, the LX570 meets almost all needs. An SUV over 5 meters long and a 2.8 meter wheelbase provides the whole world for passengers. Genuine leather, heated and cooled front seats. A cooler located between the front seats can hold a few cans of beer and snacks.

The climate control system is so friendly that it not only adjusts to the temperature of the area but also senses the body temperature of the occupants. The 19-speaker Mark Levinson system fine-tunes the sound direction for each zone. Sunroof. 12-way driver's seat and 10-way passenger seat. Two additional headrest screens for the rear seats.

But all of that is nothing compared to what the LX570 delivers on the go. Lexus is famous for its smoothness and has always stayed true to that philosophy. Anyone who sits in the LX will be surprised by the softness and smoothness that exceeds imagination. Driving in the city, the cabin is like a soundproof room. The soft air suspension makes the road feel like it is a few meters away, not 226 mm of ground clearance.

Japanese car manufacturers focus on soundproofing right from the engine so no noise or vibration gets in.Isolation from the outside world, combined with premium materials, refined sound systems and well-controlled air quality create a comfortable, pleasant feeling for most occupants.

Comfort extends to the driver of the massive 5.7-liter V8. Lexus knows the car is tall, so it has a driver-assist function. Turn the key off, the steering wheel retracts and the driver's seat reclines to give the driver more room to get out. When you get back in and start the car, the seat and steering wheel return to their original positions.

The steering wheel is light and very realistic, so controlling the LX570 is as easy as a minicar. The wheels will be there wherever you want. You can turn as many cars as you want. The only thing you need to pay attention to is the 5 meter length. The technology makes anyone a pro in less than 15 minutes.

It seems like everything about the 5.7 billion car is great. So what's wrong with it? Of course. Like any product, the weakness lies in the manufacturer's philosophy. Nothing can meet all needs.

The Japanese automaker wants to focus on smoothness, lightness, and luxury, so those who need a sporty, responsive, and fun-to-drive LX570 will have to look elsewhere. The steering wheel responds rather slowly to ensure that the rear passengers are not upset by sudden steering movements. The suspension system must eliminate road surface reactions, making the space very virtual, and easy to get sick if in the hands of a careless driver.

Not to mention Lexus has little experience in making high-performance cars, so the brakes are still not real. The 367 horsepower and 530 Nm torque engine pulling nearly 2 tons of weight needs a brake system that responds faster and more accurately. New drivers of the LX570 or those who are too used to driving German cars will feel a bit suffocated because the braking feeling is not as expected. The inertia is large and the braking is still not safe until half way, leading to worries and a feeling of "sickness". Some people may even feel dizzy when they first step into the LX.

Except for the "instinct" details, the LX570 is still one of the top models in terms of safety. The Japanese car company has introduced a series of safety technologies such as anti-lock braking system ABS, electronic stability control VSC, electronic brake force distribution EBD. Emergency brake assist BA. Active traction control A-TRC with electronic braking capability on wheels that experience slipping to create maximum grip.

Drivers can choose between normal, fuel-efficient and sport driving modes. However, given the massive size, the differences between driving styles are not much. Off-road users have an additional function of active ride height adjustment. Full-time 4-wheel drive system.

Other safety support technologies include anti-glare mirrors both inside and outside. Blind spot warning on mirrors. Tire pressure warning. Distance sensor. Panoramic camera. Automatic wipers. LED headlights that automatically adjust the beam when encountering oncoming vehicles. Headlight washers. 10 airbags around the car.

The price of LX570 is 5.7 billion VND, a huge number for most Vietnamese customers and equivalent to Mercedes GL500. To roll, LX570 will cost about 6.4 billion and almost only the rich can comfortably use it. The average fuel consumption is about 20 liters per 100 km, no matter how carefully you try to drive. Because the SUV was born to enjoy, not for those who regret spending money on gasoline.

According to VNE