Verdict
At 415 hp and 650 Nm, both LX variants reach 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, use 10 L/100 km on the rated cycle and carry the same RM2,352 annual road tax. The VIP’s RM175,000 premium does not buy extra output, pace or efficiency; it changes the seating count from five to four. Unless that four-seat configuration specifically suits your passenger use, the F Sport is the rational Malaysian choice. On paper, the VIP’s extra spend is for trim rather than mechanicals, so inspect its equipment list before signing.
Pick the Lexus LX F Sport if you need five seats and want the same 415 hp, 650 Nm hybrid powertrain for RM175,000 less.
Pick the Lexus LX VIP if a four-seat configuration matters more to you than the RM175,000 saving available with the F Sport.
Key differences
- Price: RM1,540,000 for the Lexus LX F Sport versus RM1,715,000 for the Lexus LX VIP.
- Seating capacity: five seats in the Lexus LX F Sport versus four seats in the Lexus LX VIP.
- Powertrain output: 415 hp and 650 Nm in the Lexus LX F Sport versus 415 hp and 650 Nm in the Lexus LX VIP.
- Performance and economy: 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds and 10 L/100 km for the Lexus LX F Sport versus 6.5 seconds and 10 L/100 km for the Lexus LX VIP.
- Ownership coverage: five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and RM2,352 yearly road tax for the Lexus LX F Sport versus five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and…
F Sport
- Five-seat capacity instead of four seats.
- RM175,000 lower purchase price.
- Same 415 hp, 650 Nm and 6.5-second 0-100 km/h time as the VIP.
- No four-seat configuration; the VIP is listed with four seats.
VIP
- Four-seat configuration for buyers specifically seeking it.
- Same 415 hp and 650 Nm powertrain output as the F Sport.
- Same five-year, unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty as the F Sport.
- Costs RM175,000 more than the F Sport.
- Has four seats instead of the F Sport’s five.
- No gain in 0-100 km/h time, rated economy or engine output for the extra money.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,540,000✓ | RM1,715,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,352 | RM2,352 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection, variable valve timing and electric hybrid module | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection, variable valve timing and electric hybrid module |
| Capacity | 3,445 cc | 3,445 cc |
| Horsepower | 415 hp | 415 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 49 hp | 49 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Gears | 10 | 10 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 10 L/100 km | 10 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Co2 | 227 g/km | 227 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,090 mm | 5,100 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,885 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 2,840 kg | 2,840 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Front Tyre | 265/50 R22 | 265/50 R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50 R22 | 265/50 R22 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Cabin | ||
| Sunroof | Yes | Yes |
| 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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F Sport vs VIP FAQ
Is the Lexus LX F Sport or Lexus LX VIP better?
The Lexus LX F Sport is the better choice for most buyers. It has five seats, yet matches the VIP’s 415 hp, 650 Nm, 6.5-second 0-100 km/h time and 10 L/100 km rated economy.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LX VIP costs RM175,000 more than the Lexus LX F Sport.
Does the Lexus LX VIP have more performance than the Lexus LX F Sport?
No. Both use a 3,445 cc petrol-hybrid powertrain rated at 415 hp and 650 Nm, with a 10-speed automatic, all-wheel drive and a 6.5-second 0-100 km/h time.