Verdict
The Lexus LM is the more lavishly specified seven-seat MPV, with 18-way ventilated front seats, six front and six rear parking sensors, adaptive high beam and a hybrid powertrain combining a 188 hp petrol engine with a 180 hp motor. But its 110-litre boot is tiny beside the Alphard’s 510 litres. At RM1,228,000, the LM costs RM680,000 more than the RM548,000 Alphard, which counters with 274 hp, 430 Nm, an eight-speed automatic, head-up display and 15-speaker JBL audio. For most Malaysian buyers, the Alphard is the rational choice; the LM is for those who specifically want its cabin specification and Lexus Climate Concierge.
Pick the Lexus LM if you want ventilated 18-way front seats, Lexus Climate Concierge and the hybrid drivetrain, and can accept a 110-litre boot and RM680,000 extra outlay.
Pick the Toyota Alphard if you need its 510-litre boot, 274 hp and 430 Nm turbo petrol engine, plus a head-up display and 15-speaker JBL system for far less money.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LM RM1,228,000; Toyota Alphard RM548,000.
- Power and torque: Lexus LM 188 hp and 236 Nm petrol engine plus a 180 hp/270 Nm motor; Toyota Alphard 274 hp and 430 Nm.
- Boot space: Lexus LM 110 litres; Toyota Alphard 510 litres.
- Fuel tank: Lexus LM 60 litres; Toyota Alphard 75 litres.
- Length and width: Lexus LM 5,125 mm and 1,890 mm; Toyota Alphard 5,010 mm and 1,850 mm.
- Parking sensors: Lexus LM six front and six rear; Toyota Alphard four front and four rear.
LM
- Hybrid system with a 180 hp electric motor
- 18-way ventilated front seats with memory
- Adaptive high beam and 12 parking sensors
- RM680,000 dearer than the Alphard
- 110-litre boot versus the Alphard’s 510 litres
- No head-up display; Alphard has one
Alphard
- 274 hp and 430 Nm turbo petrol engine
- 510-litre boot and 75-litre fuel tank
- Head-up display and 15-speaker JBL audio
- No ventilated front seats; the LM gets 18-way ventilated chairs
- Four front and four rear parking sensors versus the LM’s six at each end
- No adaptive high beam; the LM has it
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,228,000 | RM548,000✓ |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| 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, Turbocharger and Intercooler with Dual VVT-i |
| Capacity | 2,494 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 188 hp | 274 hp✓ |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 430 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 180 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic with Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,125 mm | 5,010 mm |
| Width | 1,890 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,950 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,235 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 110 litres | 510 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy SUV+ | Michelin Primacy SUV+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 | 6 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Sequential Indicators | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 18-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory, Passenger Side Shoulder Switch |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with Power Fold | Ottoman Captain's Chairs Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding, 60:40 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Rear Panoramic Roof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof, Rear |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 2 Front, 1 Console Box, 2 First Row, 2 Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Powered rear sun shade and rear door window shades | Powered Rear Sun Shades, Powered Panoramic Roof Shades |
| Audio | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 15-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Steering Assist and Curve Speed Reduction |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| 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 |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch | Power sliding with soft close function |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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 Alphard FAQ
Is the Lexus LM or Toyota Alphard better?
The Toyota Alphard is better for most buyers because it costs RM680,000 less, has a 510-litre boot and produces 274 hp and 430 Nm. Choose the Lexus LM for its hybrid system, ventilated 18-way seats and Lexus Climate Concierge.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LM costs RM680,000 more than the Toyota Alphard: RM1,228,000 against RM548,000.
Which has the larger boot, Lexus LM or Toyota Alphard?
The Toyota Alphard has the much larger boot at 510 litres. The Lexus LM provides 110 litres, a difference of 400 litres.
