Edit: Just received word from our tipster that you are seeing 2 different Lexus SUVs. 1 is the next RX model and the other is a yet-to-be-announced small Lexus SUV that will compete with the BMW X3. It will be based on the RAV4 and is said to be powered for the US market by a 3,5 litre V6 engine, for Europe an additional V6 2,5 litre Diesel engine is in the pipeline.

We were just sent in 2 spy shots from a tipster of ours out in California of the redesigned 2010/2011 Lexus RX 350 and 400h Hybrid. The reason we are calling it 2010/2011 is because the traditional ICE RX 350 is coming out in 2009 as a 2010 model, while the RX 400h will be delayed by a year and coming out in 2010 as a 2011 model.

Here they are:

2010 Lexus new small SUV Spy Photo

2010 Lexus RX 350/400h Spy Photo 2

And here are some close-ups.

New Lexus Small SUV Spy Shot - Close-up
2010 Lexus RX Spy Shot - Close-up

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2010 Lexus Prius Hybrid Lexus Prius/Hybrid
Source: MagX

- Prius using Toyota's MC platform has been seen testing with the Auris front noze
- Next Prius will be using the 1.8L 2ZR engine instead of 1NZ
- Lexus will have a version of the Prius which is planning on debuting during late 2010/early 2011
- The Lexus will have the roofline profile similar to that of the Prius however have distinct Lexus styling in sync with the "L-finesse" design
language.
- The Lexus version would cost over $30k and obviously be equipped with luxury amenities; current internal code for the car is 812L
- Due to cost reasons the next-gen Prius should still be using NiMH batteries. However, Toyota has had a Lithium-ion Vitz hybrid in limited production for awhile, and the Lexus version may be equipped with Li-On batteries due to the higher selling price would allow enough margin to incorporate the more expensive batteries.

Thanks for the image Photobucket/ClubLexus and for pointing this out, Tideland Prius on PriusChat.

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