CARS GLOBALMAG December 2016 | Page 38

‘ INSIDE-OUT’ structed look with excellent forward visibility. To the rear, the bodywork again flows into the cabin, here forming the main structure of the rear seat headrests.

‘ INSIDE-OUT’ structed look with excellent forward visibility. To the rear, the bodywork again flows into the cabin, here forming the main structure of the rear seat headrests.

X-shaped movement from the inside outwards is similarly reinforced through the 4x4 style emphasis of the powerful fenders, with aerodynamically-efficient wheel arch cladding adding a further dimension to the design.
On board, signalled by the sharp, aggressive front fender and softer, more welcoming rear fender exterior treatment, the cabin offers two different perceptions of luxury in one volume.
The front represents agile sophistication and driver engagement, the rear-styled as a welcoming, soft lounge sofa which wraps around into the rear hinged back doors- the comfort and spaciousness of a robust SUV.
Linked both by a central axis console element which floats the full length of the cabin and the visual transparency of a unique front seat design, front and rear space differences are further reinforced by the interior colour scheme. The front is dark, to communicate a premium, driver-focused environment, whilst the rear is light and far brighter to create an attractive, welcoming space.
The UX Concept highlights Lexus’ intention to attract an ever-wider group of new, younger, ever-connected urban customers-’ Urbanites’- to the brand for the first time.