Verdict
The Lexus LM AW10 costs RM20,000 more at RM1,228,000, but changes the brief markedly: seven seats, a 5,125-mm body and a petrol-hybrid powertrain with RM835 annual road tax. The Lexus LM AYH36 is the chauffeur-first choice, with a 296-hp 3.5-litre V6, four-seat layout, rear massage seats and a 26-inch rear monitor. Its RM2,370 road tax is RM1,535 higher each year, however. For a Malaysian family needing usable third-row seating, take the AW10; for four occupants who put rear-cabin indulgence first, the AYH36 remains the sharper fit.
AYH36
Pick the Lexus LM AYH36 if four-seat chauffeur comfort, 296 hp and its rear massage seats with 26-inch Blu-ray monitor matter more than annual road tax.
AW10
Pick the Lexus LM AW10 if you need seven seats, a petrol-hybrid powertrain and RM835 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LM AYH36 RM1,208,000; Lexus LM AW10 RM1,228,000.
- Road tax per year: Lexus LM AYH36 RM2,370; Lexus LM AW10 RM835.
- Powertrain: Lexus LM AYH36 has a 3,456-cc V6 producing 296 hp and 361 Nm; Lexus LM AW10 has a 2,494-cc hybrid four-cylinder rated at 188 hp plus one 180-hp,…
- Seating: Lexus LM AYH36 has 4 seats; Lexus LM AW10 has 7 seats.
- Length: Lexus LM AYH36 is 5,040 mm; Lexus LM AW10 is 5,125 mm.
- Wheels: Lexus LM AYH36 uses 18-inch alloys with 235/50R18 tyres; Lexus LM AW10 uses 19-inch alloys with 225/55R19 tyres.
AYH36
- 296-hp, 361-Nm 3.5-litre V6 with eight-speed automatic
- Four-seat rear cabin with ottomans, heating, ventilation and seven-programme massage
- 19-speaker Mark Levinson audio and 26-inch rear monitor with Blu-ray player
- Only four seats versus the AW10's seven
- RM2,370 annual road tax versus RM835
- Shorter 5,040-mm body than the AW10's 5,125 mm
AW10
- Seven-seat layout with split-folding middle and last rows
- Petrol-hybrid system and RM835 annual road tax
- Longer 5,125-mm body, 110-litre boot and 19-inch wheels
- 188-hp engine and 180-hp motor trail the AYH36's 296-hp V6 on quoted engine output
- Six airbags versus seven in the AYH36
- No rear ottoman seats, massage function or 26-inch rear monitor
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,208,000✓ | RM1,228,000 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,370 | RM835✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, direct injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing (VVTi-W on intake) | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 3,456 cc | 2,494 cc |
| Horsepower | 296 hp at 6,600 rpm✓ | 188 hp |
| Torque | 361 Nm at 4,600 rpm✓ | 236 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 6 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 94 mm × 83 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 180 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 270 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8 Speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter | E-CVT |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,040 mm | 5,125 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,895 mm | 1,955 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Weight | 2,185 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 110 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Tranpath R30 | Michelin Primacy SUV+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Hyper Chrome Noise Reduction Alloy | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Hyper Chrome Noise Reduction Alloy | 19" Multi-spoke Mesh Aluminium Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Swing Valve Passive Dampers | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection (10 km/h to 80 km/h) | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Brake Assist for Parking | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Sequential Indicators | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | 18-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Seats with Ottoman, Heating, Ventilation and Massage (7 Programmes, 5 Strength Levels) | 40:20:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with Power Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Sunroof | Front Tilt Only, Rear Tilt and Slide | Rear Panoramic Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 4 Rear USB | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (16 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 4 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Manual Rear Window Sun Shades | Powered rear sun shade and rear door window shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Lexus Remote Touch Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 19-speaker Mark Levinson QLI Reference Surround Sound System, 26" Rear Monitor with Blu-Ray Player, Remote Control and Touchscreen Multi-operation Panel | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and 3D Function | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Cabin Partition with Power Sliding Electrochromic Glass Window, Refrigerator, Magazine Rack, Solar and Security Window Tint | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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AYH36 vs AW10 FAQ
Is the Lexus LM AYH36 or Lexus LM AW10 better?
The AW10 is better for a seven-seat family and lower annual road tax. The AYH36 is better as a four-seat chauffeured MPV, thanks to its 296-hp V6, rear massage seats and 26-inch Blu-ray monitor.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LM AW10 costs RM1,228,000, which is RM20,000 more than the RM1,208,000 Lexus LM AYH36.
Which Lexus LM has lower road tax?
The Lexus LM AW10 has lower annual road tax at RM835. The Lexus LM AYH36 costs RM2,370 a year, a RM1,535 difference.
