2024 Lexus LBX Morizo RR Concept breaks cover - compact performance SUV headed to this weekend's Tokyo Auto Salon as VW T-Roc R rival - Car News

Lexus has unveiled a high-performance concept version of its LBX compact hybrid crossover inspired by Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman, Akio Toyoda.

Scheduled for display at this weekend's 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon, the LBX Morizo RR Concept takes its name from the 'Morizo' pseudonym Toyoda-san now famously assumes when competing in motorsport events.

Like its showroom sibling, the LBX Morizo RR Concept is powered by a three-cylinder petrol engine, but the performance-focused one-off features the 1.6-litre (G16E-GTS) turbo intercooled unit, sending 224kW and no less than 400Nm to all four wheels via an eight-speed auto transmission and electronically-controlled, full-time all-wheel drive system.

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This is the same powertrain setup as the updated 2024 Toyota Yaris GR, also revealed at Tokyo Auto Salon.

Externally, the concept features aero-influenced front and rear bumpers, extended wheel-arch flares (overall width is increased by 20mm), and 19-inch alloy rims shod with high-performance (235/45) Continental SportContact 7 rubber. Ride height is reduced by 10mm.

Externally, the concept features aero-influenced front and rear bumpers,

Finished in dark grey 'Sonic Chrome' the car features professional grade brakes with big ventilated rotors (457mm fr / 406mm rr) clamped by bright yellow calipers, with the same shade applied to the top of the grille.

The 'Ochre'-themed interior is highlighted by (you guessed it) yellow seat belts, complete with 'Morizo RR' logos, as well as sports front seats and alloy pedal covers.

Lexus is yet to confirm when (not if!) a production version of the LBX Morizo RR Concept will be offered. So, stay tuned.

The performance-focused one-off features the 1.6-litre (G16E-GTS) turbo intercooled unit.

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