Lexus LX 700h UAE Specs Confirmed: 459 hp Hybrid at AED 449,000
Hamza Khan·11 May 2026·4 min read
Lexus UAE announces the LX 700h hybrid — pairing the LX's legendary off-road capability with a new twin-turbo V6 hybrid system for dramatically improved fuel economy.
Lexus has confirmed the LX 700h will arrive in UAE showrooms in Q2 2026, replacing the V8-powered LX 600 as the flagship model in the range. The new hybrid system marks a fundamental powertrain shift for one of the UAE's most beloved luxury off-roaders.
What We Know
The LX 700h uses a new 3.4-litre twin-turbocharged V6 paired with an electric motor in the rear-axle transfer case. Combined system output is 459 hp and 650 Nm — comfortably exceeding the 409 hp of the outgoing V8 LX 600.
The claimed fuel economy figure of 10.2 L/100 km represents a 28% improvement over the LX 600's 14.2 L/100 km. In UAE real-world conditions, we estimate approximately 12.5 L/100 km in mixed use.
| Spec | LX 600 (outgoing) | LX 700h (new) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L NA V6 | 3.4L TT V6 + electric |
| Power | 415 hp | 459 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel economy | 14.2 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.7 sec | 5.9 sec |
| Price (AED) | 395,000 | 449,000 |
Off-Road Capability
Lexus confirms the LX 700h retains full Multi-Terrain Select capability — Sand, Mud, Rock, Snow and Loose Rock modes — alongside Crawl Control. The hybrid electric motor provides instant low-speed torque for technical sand driving, an advantage over the pure combustion alternatives.
What This Means for Buyers
The LX 700h at AED 449,000 represents a AED 54,000 premium over the LX 600 it replaces. Over a 5-year, 100,000 km ownership cycle, the hybrid's improved fuel economy saves approximately AED 18,000 in fuel costs — recovering 33% of the premium through economy alone.
For buyers who prioritise the LX's legendary reliability and off-road credentials but were put off by the V8's running costs, the 700h resolves the equation.
What Happens Next
Lexus UAE order books open in March 2026. CarsXT will publish a full LX 700h road test including dune testing in Q2 2026.