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RX 400h Hybrid Technology
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Lexus Hybrid Drive main components
3.3 L 24-V DOHC V-6 Engine with VVT-i
– The primary power source for
your vehicle, the engine works in conjunction with the hybrid battery to
deliver power to the ECVT.
Electric Motor / Generator (MG1 )
– Serves as the starter motor for the
engine and a “pathway” for the engine’s power to reach the front wheels.
Front Electric Motor / Generator (MG2)
– Delivers power to the front
wheels. It can run alone or with the engine. It is driven by electrical power
from MG1 and/or the hybrid battery. During braking or deceleration, it
generates electricity to recharge the hybrid battery.
Rear Electric Motor
*
/ Generator (MGR)
* – Operates when starting from
a stop, during hard acceleration, sharp turning, and if the front wheels slip. It
is driven by electrical power from the hybrid battery and MG1 as needed.
During braking or deceleration, it generates electricity to recharge the
hybrid battery. The All-Wheel Drive
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system operates
automatically as needed.
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Vehicles with optional All-Wheel Drive only.
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The RX 400h is not designed to be driven off-road.
HYBRID OVERVIEW
RX 400h
