Verdict
At RM359,800, the outgoing Lexus RX AL10 Facelift is the rational Malaysian buy if its 11.0-second 0-100 km/h time is acceptable. The Lexus RX ALA10 costs RM468,888, but its 275 hp/430 Nm turbo cuts that sprint to 7.6 seconds, brings a 612-litre boot and adds adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. It also asks RM754 annual road tax against RM1,115. That RM109,088 jump is substantial, yet the newer RX is materially quicker and far better equipped.
Pick the Lexus RX AL10 Facelift if you want to save RM109,088, prefer its 10-airbag count and want a space-saver spare tyre.
Pick the Lexus RX ALA10 if you can fund the extra outlay for much stronger performance, a larger boot and modern driver assistance.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus RX AL10 Facelift RM359,800; Lexus RX ALA10 RM468,888.
- Power and torque: Lexus RX AL10 Facelift 185 hp and 252 Nm; Lexus RX ALA10 275 hp and 430 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus RX AL10 Facelift 11.0 seconds; Lexus RX ALA10 7.6 seconds.
- Boot space: Lexus RX AL10 Facelift 496 litres; Lexus RX ALA10 612 litres.
- Annual road tax: Lexus RX AL10 Facelift RM1,115; Lexus RX ALA10 RM754.
- Warranty: Lexus RX AL10 Facelift three years/100,000 km; Lexus RX ALA10 five years/unlimited mileage.
AL10 Facelift
- RM109,088 lower purchase price.
- 10 airbags versus seven.
- 72-litre tank and a space-saver spare tyre.
- 185 hp, 252 Nm and 11.0-second 0-100 km/h performance trail the ALA10's 275 hp, 430 Nm and 7.6 seconds.
- Lacks the ALA10's autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane steering correction and 360-degree camera.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty versus five years with unlimited mileage.
ALA10
- 275 hp and 430 Nm with a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and a 360-degree camera.
- 612-litre boot, heated and ventilated front and rear seats, plus a 14-inch touchscreen.
- RM109,088 more expensive to buy.
- Seven airbags versus the AL10 Facelift's 10.
- 68-litre tank and tyre repair kit instead of a 72-litre tank and space-saver spare.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM359,800✓ | RM468,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,115 | RM754✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC Direct and Port injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,672 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 185 hp at 5,800 rpm | 275 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 252 Nm at 4,200 rpm | 430 Nm at 1,700 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 90 mm × 105 mm | 87.5 mm × 99.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 11 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6 Speed Super ECT with A.I. Shift | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11 seconds | 7.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 9.8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 233 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,770 mm | 4,890 mm |
| Width | 1,885 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,685 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,740 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,840 kg | 1,914 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 72 litres | 68 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 496 litres | 612 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive Xenon Projector | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | Power Folding and Recline, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Heated and Ventilated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Boot | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" Lexus Premium Audio DVD/MP3 Player with 12-Speaker | 14" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System |
| 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and 3D Function |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 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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AL10 Facelift vs ALA10 FAQ
Is the Lexus RX AL10 Facelift or Lexus RX ALA10 better?
The Lexus RX ALA10 is the better car if budget permits: it is 3.4 seconds quicker to 100 km/h, has 116 litres more boot space and adds active safety aids. The AL10 Facelift is the value choice at RM109,088 less.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus RX ALA10 costs RM109,088 more than the Lexus RX AL10 Facelift. It returns stronger 275 hp/430 Nm performance, more equipment and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Which RX has the better safety package?
The Lexus RX ALA10 has the broader active-safety package, adding autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, lane steering correction and adaptive cruise control. The AL10 Facelift counters with 10 airbags, compared with seven in the ALA10.
