I’m always pleased when a test drive Lexus model arrives for weekly drive. They are a premium vehicle all-wheel drive sport model with final assembly in Princeton, Indiana. The engine is a 2.4L/ 4 cyl./ turbo with 275 horsepower connected to an eight-speed transmission with an adaptable mode that assists in driving efficiency and safety. This mode adapts the vehicle speed to slow at stop signs or slower stops to prevent any collisions. The vehicle has all the safety bells and whistles with the Lexus Safety 3.0 system that includes blind spot monitor and cross traffic alerts. The door latches are safety push buttons rather than handles with safe exit assist.
The exterior has F Sport styling with “Celestial Silver” exterior paint and power folding outside mirrors. The vehicle rides high with 22” sport wheels and a panoramic glass roof for mountain views. Nighttime drives feature Auto-leveling Bi-LED headlights and fog lights for inclement weather.
The interior is spacious with “NuLuxe” trimmed heated and ventilated power front seats with memory driver’s front seat. The second row has heated and ventilated Captain chairs with power-folding third row seats. There are many amenities with a Mark Levinson premium audio system, along with a panoramic view monitoring system as extra options. The suggested manufacturers retail price for the standard F Sport is $64,410.
This is a larger family styled SUV with three-row seating and full safety, navigation, and audio features. A very versatile vehicle for work or play and well equipped for all-weather situations.