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Dubai, UAE - Al-Futtaim Motors, exclusive distributor of Lexus in the UAE announced that its Lexus hybrid sales increased by 25% in the first quarter of this year, in comparison to the same period in 2015.
This announcement comes on the back of Lexus International's confirmation of over 1 million hybrid vehicles sales since the world's first hybrid luxury car, the RX 400h, went on sale in April 2005.
Pioneering full hybrid technology, Lexus launched its first full hybrid model and the first full hybrid premium SUV, the RX 400h, in April 2005. Gradually, the brand expanded its hybrid line-up by launching the first full premium hybrid sedan, GS 450h, in 2006 and in 2007 the most powerful full hybrid sedan, LS 600h. In 2011 followed the first full hybrid premium compact, CT 200h, and in 2014 the first premium mid-size crossover, NX 300h. The first full premium hybrid sports coupe, RC 300h, was launched at the end of 2015. Today, globally, Lexus sells 10 full hybrid models and is the premium brand with the widest full hybrid line-up.
Chris Buxton, Acting Managing Director of Lexus at Al-Futtaim Motors commented: "These positive sales results confirm that the interest in the leading hybrid technology of Lexus is increasing as people now understand its benefits from reduced emissions and fuel consumption to powerful high performance yet smooth driving experience,"
"The hybrid conversation is being ignited more often at our showrooms since we priced the RX hybrid exactly the same price as its petrol equivalent"
Earlier this year, Lexus globally premiered its latest full hybrid model, the LC 500h, which features a new generation performance full hybrid technology called Multi Stage Hybrid System (MSHS). The MSHS expands further the hybrid advantages by delivering more power, greater acceleration and traction and higher efficiency. The LC 500h will be available for sale in the spring of 2017.
In the UAE, Al-Futtaim Motors offers the largest line-up of luxury hybrid vehicles, which includes Lexus LSh, RXh, GSh and CT.
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About Lexus:
Since its debut in 1989, Lexus has earned a worldwide reputation for high-quality products and exemplary customer service. Lexus is the hybrid leader among luxury brands, offering hybrid cars that provide the best in innovative technology and premier luxury. The evolution of Lexus is reflected in the progressive designs of its new vehicles. The signature spindle grille, dynamic light treatments and sculptured lines create a distinctive look of luxury for Lexus. In the UAE, Lexus is exclusively distributed by Al-Futtaim Motors and has an extensive line-up of sedans, SUVs, a coupe and a high performance car. The sedan line-up includes CT, IS, ES, GS, GSh, LS and LSh while the SUV range includes the all-new NX, RX and RXh, GX and the new LX. The coupe is RC and the F marque line produces RC F and GS F high performance cars. For more details please visit www.lexus.ae; and www.facebook.com/LexusAE
For further information, please contact:
Suzan Kazzi
Head of Communications, Al-Futtaim Motors
+971 56 686 1887
suzan.kazzi@alfuttaim.ae
Tariq Zuroub
Public Relations Manager, Group Marketing Communications, Al-Futtaim
+971 56 681 7883
tariq.zuroub@alfuttaim.ae
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