Lexus LM

The Lexus LM is a luxury MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) made by the Japanese brand Lexus, which is part of the Toyota group. It was introduced in 2019 as the first minivan from Lexus. It is based on the Toyota Alphard. and also the LM name means Luxury Mover.^[1][2]

Lexus LM
2021 Lexus LM 350
Overview
Manufacturer	Toyota
Production	2020–present
Body and chassis
Class	Luxury MPV
Body style	5-door minivan
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
Related	Toyota Alphard

First Generation (2019-2023)

First generation
LM 300h (China)
Overview
Model code	AH30
Also called	Toyota Alphard (AH30) Toyota Vellfire / Crown Vellfire (AH30)
Production	2020–2023
Assembly	Japan: Inabe, Mie (Toyota Auto Body)
Body and chassis
Platform	Toyota New MC platform
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 3.5 L 2GR-FE V6 (Hong Kong, LM 350) 3.5 L 2GR-FKS V6 (LM 350) Petrol hybrid: 2.5 L 2AR-FXE I4 (LM 300h)
Electric motor	650 V permanent magnet synchronous motor 105 kW (141 hp; 143 PS) 5NM + 50 kW (67 hp; 68 PS) 4NM (hybrid)
Transmission	6-speed ATF U660E automatic 8-speed ATF UA80E automatic e-CVT (hybrid)
Hybrid drivetrain	Power-split
Battery	1.6 kWh nickel–metal hydride
Dimensions
Wheelbase	3,000 mm (118.1 in)
Length	5,040 mm (198.4 in)
Width	1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height	1,945 mm (76.6 in) (Lexus LM)
Curb weight	2,180–2,220 kg (4,806–4,894 lb)

The first generation of the Lexus LM was revealed in April 2019 and released in February 2020 in China. This model was based on the third-generation Toyota Alphard and was slightly longer than the standard Alphard. The first generation was available with two engine options: a 2.5-liter hybrid engine (LM 300h) and a 3.5-liter gasoline engine (LM 350). It had two seating configurations: a seven-seat version and a four-seat version called the "Emperor Suite," designed for maximum luxury.

Second Generation (2023-Present)

Second generation
2024 LM350h (Germany)
Overview
Model code	AW10[3]
Production	2023–present
Assembly	Japan: Inabe, Mie (Toyota Auto Body); Japan: Tahara, Aichi (Tahara plant)
Designer	Takami Yokō[4]
Body and chassis
Platform	TNGA: GA-K[5]
Related	Toyota Alphard/Vellfire (AH40)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol hybrid: 2.4 L T24A-FTS turbo I4 (LM 500h, TAWH15) 2.5 L A25A-FXS I4 (LM 350h, AAWH10)
Transmission	8-speed automatic eCVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	3,000 mm (118.1 in)
Length	5,125 mm (201.8 in)
Width	1,890 mm (74.4 in)
Height	1,955 mm (77.0 in)

The second generation of the Lexus LM was introduced in April 2023 at the Shanghai Auto Show. This new generation is designed with a structure that is even more different from the Alphard/Vellfire, with changes in its body and a new platform. The latest generation of the LM is only available as a hybrid, with the LM 350h and LM 500h models. The powertrain includes a 2.5-liter engine in one model and a 2.4-liter turbo engine in the other.

The second generation introduced new features such as the "Rear Climate Concierge," which allows control of the air conditioning, sunshades, lighting, and seat position from the rear seats. It also includes heated armrests and an optional 48-inch rear screen.

Markets

The Lexus LM is a global vehicle and is currently sold in Japan, China,^[6] Europe, India,^[7] Australia,^[8] and Southeast Asian countries however its not sold in North America.