Verdict
At RM399,888, the Lexus RX AL20 Facelift undercuts the Lexus RX ALA10 by RM69,000 and also trims annual road tax from RM754 to RM439. That is serious money, but the ALA10 brings 275 hp and 430 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 9.5 to 7.6 seconds. It is also roomier where it matters for family use, with a 2,850-mm wheelbase and 612-litre boot against 2,790 mm and 521 litres. Choose the AL20 for price and its 10 airbags; pay for the ALA10 if its stronger drivetrain, adaptive suspension and richer rear cabin matter more.
Pick the Lexus RX AL20 Facelift if you want to save RM69,000, pay RM315 less annual road tax and retain 10 airbags.
Pick the Lexus RX ALA10 if you want 275 hp, a 612-litre boot, Adaptive Variable Suspension and a much more fully equipped rear cabin.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus RX AL20 Facelift RM399,888; Lexus RX ALA10 RM468,888.
- Power and torque: Lexus RX AL20 Facelift 235 hp and 350 Nm; Lexus RX ALA10 275 hp and 430 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus RX AL20 Facelift 9.5 seconds; Lexus RX ALA10 7.6 seconds.
- Wheelbase and boot: Lexus RX AL20 Facelift 2,790 mm and 521 litres; Lexus RX ALA10 2,850 mm and 612 litres.
- Transmission: Lexus RX AL20 Facelift six-speed automatic; Lexus RX ALA10 eight-speed Direct Shift automatic.
- Airbags: Lexus RX AL20 Facelift 10; Lexus RX ALA10 seven.
AL20 Facelift
- RM69,000 lower purchase price
- 10 airbags to the ALA10's seven
- 73-litre fuel tank, 5 litres larger
- 235 hp and 350 Nm trail the ALA10's 275 hp and 430 Nm
- 521-litre boot is 91 litres smaller
- No Adaptive Variable Suspension, head-up display or 360-degree camera
ALA10
- 275 hp, 430 Nm and a 7.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 612-litre boot and 2,850-mm wheelbase
- Adaptive Variable Suspension, heated and ventilated rear seats, plus 14-inch touchscreen
- RM69,000 more expensive
- Seven airbags versus the AL20 Facelift's 10
- 68-litre fuel tank is 5 litres smaller and it lacks front and rear foglamps
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM399,888✓ | RM468,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC Direct and Port injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 235 hp at 4,800 rpm | 275 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 350 Nm at 1,650 rpm | 430 Nm at 1,700 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 86 mm | 87.5 mm × 99.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 11 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed AT | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,890 mm | 4,890 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,790 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,960 kg | 1,914 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 73 litres | 68 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 521 litres | 612 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R20 | 235/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R20 | 235/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/L 33 | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 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 door | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | 3 LED Projectors | 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, Shoulder Switch for Front Passenger Seat, Ventilated | 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 Rear, 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 |
| Sun Shade | Manual Rear Door Window Sun Shades | — |
| Audio | 8" Lexus Premium Audio, EMV Remote Touch Controller, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 12 Speakers | 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 Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation (with Smart Card Key) | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | 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 | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and 3D Function |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| 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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AL20 Facelift vs ALA10 FAQ
Is the Lexus RX AL20 Facelift or Lexus RX ALA10 better?
The Lexus RX ALA10 is the better-equipped and quicker RX, with 275 hp, adaptive suspension, a 612-litre boot and a 7.6-second sprint. The Lexus RX AL20 Facelift is the smarter cost-led choice at RM69,000 less, with 10 airbags and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus RX ALA10 costs RM468,888, which is RM69,000 more than the Lexus RX AL20 Facelift at RM399,888. Its annual road tax is also RM754 versus RM439, a RM315 difference.
Which RX is more practical for rear passengers and luggage?
The Lexus RX ALA10 is more practical: its 2,850-mm wheelbase is 60 mm longer, its boot holds 612 litres versus 521 litres, and its rear seats power-fold, recline, heat and ventilate. The AL20 Facelift has manual rear door sunshades instead.
