Lexus, explained by Otto

Otto’s published explanations of Lexus: brand history, model lineups, legendary cars, 10 iconic cars, engines & drivetrains.

Brand History
The History of Lexus
How Lexus began: Eiji Toyoda's 1983 challenge, the LS 400 of 1989, growth in America, Europe and Japan, and the hybrid, F and electric turning points to 2026.
Model Lineups
Lexus Model Lineup Explained
Lexus names explained: what the letters and numbers mean, how h, h+ and e work, where F and F SPORT sit, the range in Oman and which models have ended.
Legendary Cars
The Legendary Cars That Defined Lexus
Seven cars that changed Lexus: the LS 400, RX 300, RX 400h, IS F, LFA, LC 500 and RZ, and what each one changed for the brand.
10 Iconic Cars
10 Iconic Cars From Lexus
Otto's ten iconic Lexus cars, from the SC 400 and LX 450 to the LS 460, CT 200h, RC F and IS 500: what each was and why it is remembered.
Engines & Drivetrains
Iconic Lexus Engines & Drivetrains
Lexus engines and drivetrains explained: the 1UZ-FE and 2UR-GSE V8s, LFA V10, the twin-turbo V6, Lexus Hybrid Drive, 8- and 10-speed gearboxes and DIRECT4.

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