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Lexus model guide

What Lexus models are there?

The Lexus CT hatchback brings the economical hybrid engine from the Toyota Prius to a car that’s more luxurious and easier to park. It’s an alternative to the Audi A3, and will appeal if you want a cheap-to-run premium hatch.

The ES is the Japanese brand’s smaller saloon. It replaces the old GS and is an alternative to the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class. There’s no diesel option, though – the only choice is a frugal hybrid engine badged 350h. It’s no sports car, but instead excels at long motorway journeys and cosseting you in built-up traffic.

Despite looking like a sports car, the Lexus RC coupe is better at long-distance comfort than carving through a twisty B-road. If you spend a lot of time on the road and value stylish looks over outright practicality, the RC is a good option. Its hybrid engine manages around 40mpg, so it won’t be too expensive to run either – although there’s a socking great V8 petrol engine in the M3-rivalling RC F.

Which Lexus models are SUVs?

Lexus’ UX kicks off its SUV range, designed to indirectly replace the CT as the entry-level offering. It brings funkier, more modern styling with the SUV touches that buyers demand, but hasn’t moved the game on when it comes to practicality. The UX will suit you if you’re only occasionally transporting adults in the back seats, but it might feel a bit cramped if that’s a regular occurrence. The interior is mostly intuitive and is very well built.

Next up is the NX, a mid-size SUV that only comes as a hybrid. Like many Lexus models, it offers a comfortable and refined drive rather than any hint of sportiness – but you’re not often going to be flinging it through fast corners on the way to football practice or swimming lessons, are you? The NX is a lot bigger and more family-friendly than the UX, and provides an alternative to the Audi Q5.

The Lexus RX is the biggest SUV in the Lexus lineup. It looks very similar to the NX but can be identified by the triangular windows between the rear doors and the tailgate. The 3.5-litre engine and electric motor produce a lot of power, but the hybrid technology is there to reduce fuel consumption rather than give breathtaking acceleration. The resulting 45mpg fuel economy is pretty decent for a car of this size. There’s also a seven-seat version called the RX L.