Verdict
The Lexus LM is a RM1,228,000 seven-seat executive MPV; the Lexus RX is a RM468,888 five-seat executive SUV, leaving a vast RM759,112 gap. The LM is 235 mm longer with a 150 mm longer wheelbase, power sliding doors and dual-zone rear climate control, so it is the people-moving choice. But its 110-litre boot is tiny beside the RX’s 612 litres. The RX also brings 275 hp, 430 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time, making far more sense for a Malaysian buyer carrying five and their luggage.
LM
Pick the Lexus LM if seven seats, power sliding doors and a 3,000 mm wheelbase matter more than a RM759,112 saving and luggage space.
RX
Pick the Lexus RX if you want the 275 hp, 430 Nm all-wheel-drive option with a 612-litre boot for far less money.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LM RM1,228,000; Lexus RX RM468,888.
- Seating: Lexus LM 7 seats; Lexus RX 5 seats.
- Boot space: Lexus LM 110 litres; Lexus RX 612 litres.
- Power and torque: Lexus LM 188 hp/236 Nm petrol engine plus 180 hp/270 Nm motor; Lexus RX 275 hp/430 Nm petrol engine.
- Driveline: Lexus LM front-wheel drive; Lexus RX all-wheel drive.
- Length and wheelbase: Lexus LM 5,125 mm/3,000 mm; Lexus RX 4,890 mm/2,850 mm.
LM
- Seven seats with 7 three-point seat belts.
- Power sliding doors with soft-close, one-touch closing and anti-pinch.
- Dual-zone rear climate control, rear panoramic roof and powered rear shades.
- Costs RM759,112 more than the RX.
- 110-litre boot is 502 litres smaller than the RX’s 612 litres.
- Front-wheel drive and 188 hp/236 Nm engine outputs trail the RX’s all-wheel drive and 275 hp/430 Nm.
RX
- RM468,888 price leaves RM759,112 in hand against the LM.
- 275 hp, 430 Nm, all-wheel drive and a quoted 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 612-litre boot, head-up display and Adaptive Variable Suspension.
- Only five seats versus the LM’s seven.
- No power sliding doors, where the LM gets soft-close and anti-pinch operation.
- Single-zone rear air-conditioning versus the LM’s dual-zone rear system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,228,000 | RM468,888✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM835 | RM754✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC Direct and Port injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,494 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 188 hp | 275 hp✓ |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 430 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 180 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.6 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,125 mm | 4,890 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,914 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 68 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 110 litres | 612 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 235/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 235/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy SUV+ | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Sequential Indicators | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 18-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with Power Fold | Power Folding and Recline, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Heated and Ventilated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Rear Panoramic Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear sun shade and rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers | 14" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and 3D Function |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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LM vs RX FAQ
Is the Lexus LM or Lexus RX better?
The LM is better for transporting up to seven people in an MPV with power sliding doors and rear passenger amenities. The RX is the better buy for five occupants needing a 612-litre boot, all-wheel drive and much lower purchase cost.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LM costs RM1,228,000 and the Lexus RX costs RM468,888. The difference is RM759,112.
Which has more luggage space, the Lexus LM or Lexus RX?
The Lexus RX has 612 litres of boot space, compared with 110 litres in the Lexus LM. The RX therefore provides 502 litres more luggage capacity.
