Lexus rx400h configuration. Non-standard test of the Lexus RX400h hybrid SUV

The Lexus RX 400h crossover was produced between 2003 and 2009. This model In its class, it was among the first to be equipped with a hybrid power plant capable of demonstrating impressive dynamics. The engine accelerates a car weighing more than two tons to one hundred kilometers per hour in just seven seconds. In order for the operation of such a powerful machine to be safe, the automaker has provided it with numerous electronic systems. They are able to literally predict what road conditions will develop in the coming seconds and, in accordance with this, the operation of the machine’s components and assemblies is optimized. Thus, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of skids, suppress rolls, and compensate for the most gross mistakes driver.

In addition, a complex of electronic systems contributes to the creation of the highest possible level of comfort in the car interior. Separate climate control equipment will create best mode temperature and humidity, and will do this automatically. Adjustment of seat positions is carried out via a servo drive; selected positions can be saved in memory on-board computer. In the initial configuration, the car comes with a premium stereo system from well-known European and Japanese brands.

Exterior

The Lexus crossover has a dynamic profile, the high edges of the RX 400h hood stamping converge to the side surfaces of the radiator grille formed from numerous vertical slats enclosed in a narrow frame of chromed metal. Large blocks of front light are installed in a vertical position, combining running lights and turn signals. Fog lights are built into the side surfaces of the bumper, and an air intake strip is located between them in the lower part. The roof is inclined at a slight angle, the brake lights follow the design of the headlights, and reflective elements are built into the embossed rear bumper. The body has dimensions of 4740x1845x1705 mm, ground clearance - 190 mm, front/rear track - 1575/1555 mm. The car's own weight is 1835 kg, when fully loaded the weight increases to 2380 kg, a space of 439 liters is allocated for the trunk, it can be increased to 2130 liters.

Interior

The Lexus cabin has a premium, harmonious design, seats The RX 400h is covered with high-quality leather in dark shades, the door armrests and console are trimmed with silver inserts. The width of the body made it possible to place in the cabin for the rear passengers a roomy sofa at the edges limited by support rollers. Air ducts for separate climate control equipment are connected to this sofa. The container mounted to the right of the driver can be moved forward and then the passenger sitting in the center of the sofa will receive more legroom. A wide platform in the front part of the central tunnel is raised to the level of the seats, its plane is decorated with inserts imitating the texture of natural wood. The specified platform naturally turns into the surface of the console inclined at a large angle. A joystick is installed at the transition point automatic transmission, microclimate and function controls are located above it information system. Vertical strips of adjustable airflow deflectors are placed in the side parts of the console. Car audio controls are mounted in the steering wheel spokes, and the dashboard has a sporty design. This is expressed in the presence of deep shafts, the central shaft protrudes forward, and the speedometer scale is placed in it.

Specifications

The hybrid power plant consists of a 276-horsepower gasoline unit with a volume of 3456 cm3 and a 50-liter electric motor. strength In a mixed operating cycle, this unit consumes no more than 11 liters of gasoline, acceleration to hundreds is 7.8 seconds. The engine works in conjunction with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

Thanks to its outstanding performance, the Lexus px 400 five-seat all-wheel drive SUV with a hybrid engine was able to change the minds about hybrid technology. This luxury car is powered by a hybrid installation called V6 Hybrid Sinergy Drive, which consists of a six-cylinder gasoline internal combustion engine and two permanent magnet electric motors. All three motors are used to quickly accelerate the car, so the acceleration time to “hundreds” is only 8 seconds.

With hybrid power equal to 270 hp, a heavy car moves with the consumption of a compact sedan.

Along with excellent off-road qualities, comfort and workmanship have been brought to the absolute level, deserving the highest rating.

The hybrid differs in appearance from its predecessor only in the additional air intake, which is located in the center of the front bumper, as well as in the special design of alloy wheels R18, and round fog lights.

In the design and functional equipment of the Lexus RX 400h interior, it is easy to find everything that is in the RX300 with the exception of the trim, for which polished aluminum is used here. Well, and the last thing is the tachometer. This model does not have it, but in its place there is an indicator showing the battery charge.

The workmanship is impeccable - this is the embodiment of the image of a real luxury SUV. Everything is provided here, even special shock-absorbing zones, thanks to which the impact energy is absorbed and the deformation of the interior is prevented. Having gotten acquainted with the car, we can confidently say that the future has arrived, albeit in this car - extraordinary, serial, out of the ordinary, and even the first to be officially delivered to Russia!

The high-voltage battery and both electric motors are hidden under the bottom. One of them is located closer to the left front wheel (directly under the gasoline engine), the other has a place on the rear axle on the right. Japanese designers placed the battery under the rear row of seats, while the interior space was not affected. And in addition to electric motors, a 3.3-liter V6 and a battery, the car also has a generator, a power control unit and a power divider. And it all works like a special song!

The “singer” in this chorus is a 211-horsepower gasoline engine, which is not a complete analogue of the one installed in the RX 330. The intake, cooling, exhaust and engine management systems have undergone significant modifications. In other words, the motor has been modified to be compatible with electric motors.

The power of the front electric AC motor with water and oil cooling is 167 Horse power (!) and can issue 5400 rpm.

The electric motor installed at the rear is not so strong, but its power is 67 hp. Its operating voltage is 650V and air cooling.

Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Voltage car batteries – 288V. It is cooled, like the rear motor, by air driven by three fans at once. For those who are wary of the fact that they have to drive over the battery from behind, information - electromagnetic fields are completely damped thanks to the sealed metal casing in which the battery is placed, incl. There is no threat to health.

Job power plant clear and coherent. When the battery is charged, the car runs at low speeds exclusively on electric power - silently, as if under sail. With more intense pressure on the gas pedal, the gas engine is activated, and then you drive, enjoying the beautiful sound gasoline engine And powerful dynamics (just 7.6 seconds to reach 100 km/h).

It would be very difficult to determine that this is a hybrid car based on its “habits” if data on the operation of the power plant were not displayed on the monitor. The wattmeter installed on the car also indicates the hybridity of the car. dashboard instead of a tachometer, which is not needed, since the speed of the auxiliary gasoline car The driver doesn't care. In addition, the Lexus px 400 does not even have an automatic transmission, but a continuously variable variator.

Auxiliary gasoline engine

The disadvantage of the gasoline engine is that when you turn the key, it does not start. Only “Ready” lights up on the dashboard, i.e. "you can go" ( electric motors ready). When the battery is discharged, it recharges gasoline engine(during free rolling, the generator charges it, as well as during braking). The gasoline engine is switched on through a planetary divider even when the electric traction of the car is not enough. Therefore, with a power of 272 hp. and so low level fuel consumption – 9 liters per 100 kilometers. It simultaneously transmits torque to the generator, which charges the battery, and to the front wheels. The rear wheels become driven only if the need arises, which is determined by the VDIM system. Only if the front wheels slip, the second electric motor turns on, controlling the rear drive.

Everything in the four hundredth Lexus is unusual and unusual, and the concerns of its owner are completely different: The main thing is to monitor the battery charge, and not the fullness of the gas tank. Such a car will never stall. You can always drive away with electric motors.

The only “problem” of the miracle car is the constantly required attention. If you leave it alone for a couple of weeks, the car will be completely discharged, and it will not be easy to cope with it without the help of service specialists.

And yet the Lexus RX400h is a wonderful achievement of the genius of Japanese thought. It works without making any noise.

Since the entire system is concentrated around the battery, many are concerned about its performance in our winter conditions and its service life. Regarding the first part of the question, problems should not arise, since there has not been a single case of battery failure associated with operation under low temperatures(up to minus forty degrees), not registered by service departments. According to Toyota specialists, they cannot exist in terms of service life, since it is unlimited and the resource should be enough for the entire period of operation of the car. If you still have to deal with replacing the battery, it will cost 9.5 thousand dollars.

Disadvantages of a hybrid car

A wonderful car, a huge range of options, expensive finishing materials... But it was not without its flaws. Firstly, the steering wheel is somewhat heavy, which at high speeds is an indisputable advantage, but the heaviness in it does not disappear even when turning the wheels in a stationary car. Secondly, the rear view camera provides an excellent overview when reversing, which in rainy weather makes the driver simply blind just a few minutes after the start of movement, during which it manages to be splashed with mud. Finally, air conditioning. In automatic mode, it does not behave quite adequately: a stream of cold air bursts out of the deflectors, which is difficult to fight.

But the rest of the useful options never cease to amaze. These include rear seats that move forward and backward, an electrically adjustable steering wheel, an adaptive lighting system that turns the headlights 15 degrees to better illuminate a turn, and an easier landing when, just by touching the ignition switch, the steering wheel moves away from the dashboard, rising to the previously set position. . The rear door, following the example of government-class sedans, can be locked and unlocked using a remote key or a button on the fifth door.

Only one seven inch screen with the TouchScreen function, which is worth it. It allows you to do without buttons, and change all parameters by clicking the necessary icons on the screen.

About the passive and active safety and there is nothing to say when it comes to Lexus. The Mark Levinson company deserves a special thank you for providing the interior with a simply amazing audio system. Its power is 240 W, ten speakers, a 230 mm ceramic subwoofer! Can you wish for anything more?

RX400h hybrid price

It's scary to think about the cost of a car. This figure is $78,250 approximately 4,000,000 rubles. But, comparing it with the price of the RX350, which is equal to 70.1 thousand dollars, the difference is $8,150. For this money, Lexus will be able to cover a distance of 143,728 kilometers. Well, in the end, you have to pay for comfort!

Lexus RX 400H is a hybrid version Japanese crossover, which is a modernized model of the RX 300. As you understand, under the hood there is not only a gasoline engine, but also an auxiliary electric motor, which adds both power and endurance to the car. On our website you can find a full, large review of the RX 300, on the basis of which the modernized versions were built. The Lexus RX 400H has already been discontinued and finding this car in Russian car dealerships will be a real success. But there are plenty of offers on the market for the sale of used Lexus RX 400H, so the review is still relevant today. With the help of photos we will demonstrate the design of the exterior and interior, whose characteristics differ from the RX 300 with only minor updates. So, first, let's study the main dimensions of the RX that the Hybrid received:

• The length of the car is 4755 millimeters;
• Width of Lexus RX Hybrid – 1845 millimeters;
• As for the height, this parameter is disproportionate to the impressive width, but nevertheless, the car looks harmonious and original;
• Wheelbase - 2715 mm (this parameter already indicates that space and comfort should reign in the cabin);
• Ground clearance - 190 millimeters;
• The curb weight of the RX is 2040 kilograms;
• Maximum weight – 2505 kilograms;
• Body type: RX 400 H is a hybrid in every sense, it is not known what type it should be classified as - station wagons or crossovers.

Technical part

The most important thing about the Lexus RX 400 H is its power plant, which is the main advantage of the crossover. A hybrid engine is installed here, which includes gasoline unit with distributor fuel injection, as well as front and rear electric motors. The hybrid is located in the front, the location is transverse. The engine displacement in the Lexus RX 400 H is 3.3 liters, the compression ratio is 10.5. As they say automotive experts, the Japanese have successfully combined the operation of a gasoline V6 and two low-power electric motors. As for power, everything here is quite difficult to understand: 155 horses at 5600 rpm; 123 power at 4500 rpm, 50 horses from the electric motor burst out at 4610-5120 rpm.

Let's move on technical specifications Lexus RX H – the hybrid is equipped with a continuously variable transmission, which provides the car with permanent all-wheel drive. As you can see, even for 2006-2008 the RX 400 H was well equipped, and even now this crossover is not inferior to many mid-size SUVs. As for the suspensions, so-called helical “springs” are installed both front and rear. As reviews from Lexus RX 400 H car owners say, they provide decent comfort even on our roads. After all, you know that among luxury cars (Lexus PX of this model line is exactly one of the elite cars, especially a hybrid) there is a common problem when expensive cars need high-quality roads. The RX 400 H has the following problems: the suspension copes well with broken asphalt, swallowing up all the bumps. It’s also worth saying a few words about the sound insulation of the Lexus RX - the 400 H model was no exception and received excellent noise protection, which is confirmed by Russian drivers. But it has an expensive feature inherent in cars of this class: it lies in the fact that Lexus RX prefers exclusively quality fuel. Therefore, if you want to see all the abilities that the hybrid under the hood is capable of, you will have to spend money on the AI-95.

We almost missed such an important question as dynamic qualities and fuel consumption, because these are the main strengths Lexus RX, so the 400 H version demonstrates the following capabilities:

• The maximum speed that the hybrid is capable of is 200 km/h;
• Acceleration to 100 kilometers per hour occurs in 7.6 seconds;
• As for fuel consumption, in the city the hybrid consumes 9.1 liters of gasoline per hundred;
• In the city – 7.6 l;
• In mixed mode, the PX consumes 8.1 liters.

As you can see, a car weighing 2 tons demonstrates truly powerful dynamic capabilities. And the fuel consumption of the RX 400 H is good news. Therefore, it is worth taking a closer look at the Lexus RX Hybrid if you have the opportunity to purchase this car - used or new. So we have studied technical part, now we can say a few words about the design and changes that the RX 400 H modification brought.

Appearance

The Lexus RX 400 has an attractive, sporty body that has remained virtually unchanged since the 350 and 300. When the Lexus RX was released, the crossover set the standard for prestige. We will not describe the entire body, because there is a photo for that. But we’ll tell you about the changes that the Lexus RX 400 version received. The hybrid received modified round foglights, the bumper was improved, it is also worth mentioning the stylish 18-inch alloy wheels. One word – beauty. At first glance, the model looks simple, but if you get closer, the original style immediately appears. The Lexus RX 400 looks comfortable even from the outside, but inside this feeling increases several times.

In the photo we can see a luxurious interior, as well as a central panel, which even today has modern functions and electronics. As for security, there are protective modes, ABS systems And so on. They have airbags for each passenger, as well as protective “curtains”.

The car is really relevant today, especially since you can buy a hybrid for 1 million rubles, although in 2005-2011 the car cost 3 million. A spacious 400-liter trunk, a comfortable driver's seat, many safety systems and a powerful power plant will help you travel and work.

Details Published: 08/16/2011 17:08 - a car of the Lexus family, produced from 2006 to 2008. Modification RX 400 h. It is one of the popular Japanese hybrid crossovers. Lexus RX400h is an unusual E-class SUV, a High-tech car. There are no significant differences with the Lexus RX300 SUV in the interior, but there are differences in performance indicators. The RX400 is 200 kg heavier than the RX300 due to its hybrid engine. This additional weight is easily offset by the additional power from the powertrain. The gasoline engine develops up to 211 hp, then when the gas pedal is pressed, the electric motors turn on, the total power, i.e. the hybrid reaches up to 270 hp.

Technical specifications Lexus RX400h

Body characteristics:

1. body type - station wagon
2. number of places - 5
3. number of doors - 5
4. Dimensional data of RX400h:
5. length - 4755 mm
6. width - 1845 mm
7. height - 1675 mm
8. ground clearance ( ground clearance) - 190 mm
9. tire size - 255/60R17
10. wheelbase - 2715 mm
11. front wheel track - 1575 mm
12. rear wheel track - 1555 mm
13. curb weight of the RX 400 h - 2040 kg
14. full mass- 2505 kg

RX400 engine characteristics:

1. engine type - hybrid engine, that is, together an electric motor + a V6 gasoline engine
2. engine capacity - 3302 cm 3
3. engine power - 270 hp, 5600 rpm
4. maximum torque - 333 Nm, 1500 rpm
5. engine location - the engine is located longitudinally at the front
6. type of fuel used - gasoline
7. number of valves per cylinder - 4
8. compression ratio - 10.5
9. cylinder and piston diameter - 92 mm
10. piston stroke - 83 mm
11. number of valves in the engine - 24

Dynamic characteristics of Lexus RX400h:

1. car drive - four-wheel drive
2. acceleration to 100 km/h - 8 seconds
3. front suspension - independent, spring, monocoque body with subframes, double wishbones, stabilizer lateral stability, coil springs
4. device rear suspension- independent, spring, monocoque body with subframes, lower longitudinal and transverse arms, anti-roll bar, coil springs
5. front brake type - ventilated disc
6. type rear brakes- disk
7. maximum speed of Lexus RX400h - 200 km/h
8. minimum turning radius - 6.1 meters
9. capacity luggage compartment- 439 liters
10. Fuel consumption Lexus RX400h: in urban mode - 9 liters per 100 km
11. in suburban mode - 7.5 liters per 100 km
12. in the combined cycle - 8 liters per 100 km
13. capacity fuel tank- 65 liters