Lexus LM News in Malaysia

The Lexus LM might be a relatively common sight on our roads, but unless it wears a Lexus Malaysia number plate holder, it’s likely a converted Toyota Alphard. Parallel imported units are extremely rare, most are converted Alphards advertised as LMs. Today, Alphard-to-LM conversions can be done for between RM 10,000 to RM 20,000. More expensive conversion kits will include the chrome blade on the sliding door: the most obvious differentiator between a cheap kit and a properly done conversion / o

Hans

Sep 3, 2024

In line with the Philippines government's announcement of tax deduction on hybrids and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), Toyota Motor Philippines and Lexus Philippines have announced new prices for their Japanese-produced hybrid models. The passage of Executive Order 62 sees a drop in tariffs on hybrids and PHEVs made in countries not covered by a free trade agreement. In the case of Toyota and Lexus, only hybrid models imported from Japan are seeing price reductions as hybrid models like the Corolla Cro

CY Foong

Jul 22, 2024

With a starting price of RM 1.228 million, the all-new 2024 Lexus LM is never going to be a high-volume seller for Lexus Malaysia. Typically, the annual allocation for this class of cars, regardless of brand, is only around 25 units per year. Lexus Malaysia says they have collected less than 20 orders, which is more than enough because that figure is more than their currently available stock. More units are on the way, but there’s a four-month waiting period for the tycoon who is booking one tod

Hans

Jul 2, 2024

The second-generation 2024 Lexus LM has launched in Malaysia. Based on the fourth-generation Toyota Alphard but decked out a whole lot more, the LM is now only available with a hybrid powertrain here. As before the distinguishing factor are the powertrains and their seating configurations. The seven-seater LM350h is priced from RM1,228,000 on-the-road without insurance, while the four-seat LM500h starts from RM1,468,000. The LM350h features a 2.5-litre A25A-FXS Dynamic Force naturally-aspirated

Sanjay

May 27, 2024

Lexus will be introducing at least one new model in Malaysia next year, according to the company's latest press statement. However, that one-liner in the release doesn't tell all too much about what model it could be, though realistically it could be either the all-new 2024 Lexus LM, Lexus LBX, or the battery-electric (BEV) Lexus RZ. These are the three most plausible ones, given that the rest of the range have either not been updated yet or, not quite suitable, or no longer offered. For example

Sanjay

Dec 5, 2023

The all-new 2023 Lexus LM was recently launched in Thailand following the launch of the AH40 generation Toyota Alphard and Vellfire luxury minivans in the Kingdom. Fully imported from Japan, the all-new Thai-spec LM is available in two variants: LM 350h Executive 7-seater – THB 6.29 million (~RM 833k) LM 350h Executive 4-seater – THB 7.59 million (~RM 1 million) Essentially a pricier AH40 Alphard/Vellfire with a 4-seater layout, the second-generation Luxury Mover sits on the TNGA-K platform and

CY Foong

Sep 4, 2023

Lexus Malaysia has confirmed that it has no plans to introduce the second-generation Lexus LM this year. This is despite parent company UMW Toyota Motor opening its order books for the latest AH40 generation 2023 Toyota Alphard and Toyota Vellfire. Like a Mercedes-Maybach S580 and a regular S-Class, the Lexus LM builds on the highest Executive Lounge variant of the Toyota Alphard. Lexus Malaysia’s confirmation is not surprising, because the LM has not gone on sale even in Lexus’ home market, Jap

Hans

Jul 18, 2023

The all-new 2023 Lexus LM has been spotted testing in Japan, and in true LM fashion...it looks so far off left-field it's hard to mistake it for anything else. Though this one has taped up badges on the front and back, the luxury MPV has already made its global debut, so there's no more need for camera-tricking camouflage elsewhere. Also read: Attacking the heart of BMW and Mercedes - 2023 Lexus LM heads to Europe with 2.4L turbo / 2.5L hybrid, a true business class lounge on wheels The LM is av

Sanjay

Apr 28, 2023

Bringing the Toyota Alphard to a global market, its high-flying luxury mover twin, the all-new 2023 Lexus LM will be entering the European market for the first time ever. However, due to the continent’s emissions regulations, the Lexus LM will only be offered a hybrid powertrain. At its global debut at the ongoing 2023 Shanghai Auto Show, the second-generation Lexus LM is powered by a 2.4-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine or a 2.5-litre naturally-aspirated hybrid 4-cylinder unit. The l

CY Foong

Apr 20, 2023

The second-generation 2023 Lexus LM has just made its global debut at the 2023 Shanghai Auto Show. Previously an Asian market-only model, the 2023 Lexus LM is now a global model that will be exported to more than 60 countries worldwide, including European countries. The minivan’s body is now 85 mm longer, 40 mm wider, 10 mm taller. (5,125 mm long, 1,890 mm wide, 1,955 mm tall). Wheelbase is maintained at 3,000 mm. For China, the Lexus LM will be offered with two powertrain options – a 2.4-litre

Hans

Apr 18, 2023