2021 Lexus RX 300 Luxury Special Edition - RM 12k bodykit?

If you ever thought the 2021 Lexus RX 300 was a little too sedate for Malaysian streets, this should fix it: the RX 300 Luxury Special Edition. 

This makes it the fourth RX variant in Malaysia, besides the Premium, Luxury, and F Sport variants. And from RM 421,909.50, it's RM 12k pricier than the Luxury variant.

So what does the Luxury Special Edition bring to the table?

Well, pretty much only visual enhancements. There's a new multi-piece bodykit that encapsulates a front splitter, side skirts, and a new rear bumper diffuser to give the SUV a sportier outlook.

The 20-inch wheels however, stay the same as they are on the Premium and Luxury variants. Capping off the look are a choice of four colours: Sonic Quartz, Sonic Titanium, Graphite Black Glass Flake, and Red Mica Crystal Shine. 

Inside the leather-swathed interior, the RX 300 comes with a host of creature comforts that also includes an Apple CarPlay and Android Auto-supporting infotainment system.

In terms of safety, the RX comes Lexus Safety System+ (LSS+) advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) with these features:

• Forward collision warning (FCW)
• Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
• Adaptive high beam system (AHS)
• Blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (BSM, RCTA)

Power comes from the 2.0-litre, turbocharged four-cylinder engine (8AR-FTS) that produces 238 PS and 350 Nm. Drive is sent to all four wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission - same like all other variants of the RX.

The RX 300 Luxury Special Edition starts from RM 421,909.50 (on-the-road prices without insurance, with 50% SST reduction until 30-June 2021). Bookings will be open from mid-January, with sales beginning next month. All vehicles are backed with a five-year unlimited mileage warranty.

For the record, these are the prices of the Lexus RX range in Malaysia: