India-bound 2024 Lexus LM minivan revealed

Lexus showcased the previous-gen LM 350 MPV in India during Auto Expo 2023, while announcing its plans to launch it in the Indian market.

Lexus has taken the wraps off the next-generation LM minivan at the Shanghai Auto Show. The carmaker plans to launch it in 60 countries for the first time, and that includes India.

The Lexus LM is a luxury minivan featuring sliding rear doors for better ingress and egress. The new-generation LM is based on a revised platform that is said to be 50% more rigid than its predecessor. It is equipped with the brand's 'AVS Suspension with Frequency-Sensitive Piston Valve' that is claimed to offer a smoother ride and reduce vibrations.

The 2024 Lexus LM gets a redesigned exterior but retains its bold front fascia. It has a large, upright grille and sleek LED headlamps and a wraparound LED light bar that extends across the rear fascia.

Inside, the LM offers seating for 4, 6 and 7 persons, with the 4-seater being the most luxurious of the range. It features a 48-inch widescreen display that separates the driver's cabin from the rear compartment, a refrigerator, and an advanced air-conditioning system that detects the temperature of a passenger's face, chest, thighs and lower legs.

The Lexus LM is available with two 4-cylinder hybrid powertrains. These include 2.4-litre and 2.5-litre engines paired with hybrid systems.

Lexus showcased the previous-gen LM 350 MPV in India during Auto Expo 2023, while announcing its plans to launch it in the Indian market. It will compete with its sister car, the Toyota Vellfire.