A look at the 2023 Lexus vehicles with all-wheel drive

Lexus has a comprehensive lineup of luxury sedans and sport utility vehicles for every need. Lexus has always stood out when it comes to safety, and the brand offers multiple vehicle options that are offered with the added benefit of all-wheel drive. Driving a Lexus vehicle with AWD is a must in Canadian winters, and it certainly makes every journey on snow-covered roads in cold winter mornings more enjoyable. As we feel winter getting closer, here are the Lexus models that are offered with all-wheel drive in 2023.

2023 Lexus IS

The 2023 Lexus IS is offered in two versions with all-wheel drive, the IS 300 AWD starting at $48,240, and the IS 350 AWD which starts at $57,290 and features a standard 3.5-litre six-cylinder engine with 311 hp.

2022 Lexus RC

The Lexus RC comes standard with all-wheel drive in every 2022 model. Starting at $56,690, the Lexus RC gives you a choice of two output options for the 3.5-litre six-cylinder standard powertrain. The RC 300 AWD has 260 hp while the RC 350 AWD has 311 hp.

2023 Lexus ES

The 2023 Lexus ES is offered in multiple versions and it comes standard with all-wheel drive. The ES 250 AWD starts at $46,850, and comes with standard all-wheel drive along with 203 hp from a proven 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine.

2022 Lexus LS

The 2022 Lexus LS is the flagship Lexus premium sedan. It comes standard with all-wheel drive in both the entry-level model with 416 hp coming from a 3.5-litre V-6, or the hybrid model which averages a fuel consumption rating of 9.1 L per 100 km with 354 hp. The new Lexus LS is one of the few hybrid premium full-size sedans to offer all-wheel drive.

2023 Lexus UX

The Lexus UX received a significant refresh this year and arrives with a starting price of $41,450. It also comes with a standard hybrid powertrain, and all-wheel drive is offered across the lineup. The new 2023 UX is a very rare model that offers hybrid performance with an average fuel consumption rating of under 6 L per 100 km on the highway. You will not find many luxury SUVs that are this efficient with all-wheel drive.

2023 Lexus NX and 2023 Lexus RX

Every other Lexus sport utility vehicle comes standard with all-wheel drive. The system uses a dynamic torque distribution AWD system with cornering control in the new 2023 Lexus NX and 2023 Lexus RX while the Lexus GX and Lexus LX have their own impressive four-wheel-drive technology. These two models are designed for extensive off-road use and give the owner the ability to directly power all four wheels to ensure the highest level of traction in the most difficult conditions. Regardless of which Lexus vehicle you choose, if it has all-wheel drive or four-wheel-drive, driving in winter will be a breeze. Give us a call today to learn more.