In 2009 the Lexus RX new line of SUVs will hit the market. Including a third row of seats it will compete better with the Mercedes-Benz ML and the Acura RDX, and others.
The new RX will include for sure a hybrid version.
The 7-seat RX will debut at the Tokyo Motor Show, where it will be badged a Lexus, not a Toyota, said british magazine AutoExpress. The RX will be the first Lexus-badged SUV hitting the home market. Both old and current model were badged Toyota Harriers in Japan.