The Lexus LM, which was revealed in April last year, is set to enter the Malaysian market. We’ve received details from a dealer highlighting that the luxury MPV is coming our way in 2021. The order books have opened for the LM, which will go on sale here in its LM 350 form and in a four-seat configuration.
The price has also been determined – the LM 350 will go for RM1,148,000, on-the-road with insurance, with the purchase coming with a complimentary Lexus solar/security window tint film worth RM2,688. While that price eclipses the currently available LS 500, it won’t be the most expensive Lexus model to be sold here – that honour will remain with the recently-introduced LC 500 Convertible.
The LM is already sold in other countries in the region. It was launched in Thailand in March, sold there in its 300 h variant form but in both four- and seven-seat configurations that are available for it. Indonesia, meanwhile, introduced the LM 350 in June, with buyers in the republic able to specify whether they want it in four- or seven-seater guise.
The LM is of course a Lexus-badged Toyota Alphard, but decked out with luxury and all the available appointments that can be slapped on. Externally, the massive spindle grille is the biggest pointer to the Lexus orientation of the unmistakable body-style, and this is flanked by rakish triple-beam LED headlamps, which feature the brand’s signature ‘tick’ styled daytime running light bar.
Plenty of chrome bits help dress up the LM, which rides on three-dimensional styled multi-spoke 18-inch wheels and 235/50 profile tyres. Moving inside, the four-seat route means that the cabin aft of the driver’s compartment – which is separated from the front via an electrically-operated partition for privacy – is a veritable suite on wheels.
To be found is an interior that builds on the Royal Lounge specification for the Alphard, with the level of luxe going up by more than a few notches, led by a high presence of soft leather and Gin-Sui-Boku (Silver Ink) ornamentation, which is inspired by the art of ink wash painting.
The central highlight in the rear cabin are two boss seats that can be reclined to become flat beds. The units feature semi-Aniline leather and plush AdaptiPedic low-density urethane foam to offer couch-like comfort, and also come with a massage function as well as air-cooling, accomplished via suction ventilation.
There’s also a 26-inch LCD display screen, a 19-speaker Mark Levinson surround sound system as well an onboard refrigerator and a dedicated storage area for personal effects such as a briefcase. A centre console houses a touch control panel, which can be used to control adjustments of seat position, relaxation function, climate control and the audio system.
Standard fit items also include a two-zone climate control system, a double moonroof, wireless charger, a head-up display, rear sun shades and a powered trunk gate.
The LM 350 is powered by a 2GR-FKS 3.5 litre V6 petrol engine offering 297 hp, and this is paired with a Direct Shift eight-speed automatic transmission. We won’t be seeing the LM 300h, which is the version with a hybrid powertrain.
In terms of safety, the LM comes equipped with a slew of safety and driver assistance tech, including a pre-collision system, adaptive cruise control, lane tracing assist, lane change assist with blind spot monitor, rear cross traffic alert, parking support brake, an adaptive high-beam system as well as a digital rear-view mirror.
Only two exterior colours are available for the LM 350, and these are black and pearl white. Local deliveries are expected to begin sometime in the second quarter of 2021.
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Respectable business cruising ride
High profile meeting room on the go
Personal Cinema with 19-speaker Mark Levinson surround sound
Thats an oustanding cinematic experience on the go, even at own car porch.
Pity those grey AP holders cannot clear their Vellfire and Alphard of year 2015 man
Many premium cars difficult to sell amid Covid19, temporary.
Be Patient, work hard together for Malaysia economy recovery and boost.
Many premium cars sell terlajak laris. Rolls-Royce Phantom, Ford Mustang, Range Rover dan Audi RS5….. Many local businessmen dan selebriti buy McLaren 650s, Porsche GT4, Chevy Camaro, Ford Mustang dan Dodge Challenger SRT.
High paid civil servants can afford,
Gomen officials and cronies gotta help their AP holders friend la
Gomen officials deserved their hardwork,
Maybe Lexus is lucky enough to sell one or two units the most in Malaysia.
Who would want to pay a million Ringgit for this TYPE Lexus VAN While a lot of those recond Wellfire and Aphard Vans are still not moving out fast with prices at around or below 200K.
RM200k probably price of new alphard in japan. But here, our blood sucking gomen and their cronies sell us used ones for same price.
Funny you said that but I’ve seen more than tens of these LM on the road. Different single digit plate of course.
Those tycoons dont even glance at nowadays alphard v/hfires
Lawa grill.
Stupid tax policies limiting general public’s access to high quality cars in order to provide opportunities for corruptions and manipulations, when is the Malaysian population going to wake up?
So what did PH do anyway during their stint, other than buying themselves these high quality cars?
Well said bro..if 1 among us became the minister then only can make the nation better and equal for everyone.
Abollish SST & reintroduce GST
Ambil recon for 900k mabye?
Menteri2 mampu beli cash RM1.15 mil,
Toyota patut belajar dengan designer proton macam mana nak buat kereta lawa
Why would anyone spend 1.2 million on a van?
ur kidding right?
This luxury Van no need focus on driving and handling, for rich people who got driver. For Van car always good for passenger. Bad for driver.
Why is ours so much more expensive than the Thai’s??? Isn’t it usually the other way round???
Read again. Here gets the higher range variant hence the higher prices.
That 26 inch LCD worth RM 300 installed in 1million car
due to raxes, that Rm300 LCD will be charged few times higher together with the van.
For those who like to show how rich they are
Can rent and travel in UltraRich style.
This is a excellent wedding ride, wedding shooting Limousine.
Finally the premium Alphard for the millionaire Artist arriving.
very expensive, but it’s nice that for able to notice 1 on the road.
Haha the LM retrofit kit already available in the market few months ago
I bet.. all mp’s, ministers and scammers are going to use this.
Lexus Design Concept:
More chrome = more luxury
due to taxes, that Rm300 LCD will be charged few times higher together with the van.
And it has no panaromic sunroof.
Unfortunately, not many will know it’s a Lexus with 1.15 million price tag. Most people will just think you slapped a Lexus badge on your 200k Veilfire. If you looking to flaunt your wealth, not exactly the best way to spend 1 million.
gonna be forex trader & stock trader car.