Media Advisory: A new flagship coupe for Lexus as the LC 500 debuts in Edmonton

 Canadian debut of a new flagship luxury coupe highlights display of all Lexus models – and more – at the Edmonton Motor Show, April 7-10 at the Edmonton Expo Centre

TORONTO, March 28, 2016 /CNW/ - Explore the future of the Lexus brand and immerse yourself in luxury design, technology and performance at the 2016 Edmonton Motor Show. Most prominent at the Lexus display is the Lexus LC 500 – an all new, premium luxury coupe making its Canadian debut and setting the bar high for the competition.

"Inspired by the acclaimed LF-LC Concept, this new flagship coupe marks the beginning of a new phase for Lexus. The LC 500 represents a new relationship between our design and engineering teams – and the result is more than just a new vehicle: It's a new way to design and build the luxury models Canadians desire," said Jennifer Barron, Director of Lexus Canada. "The Lexus LC 500 is a jewel of a vehicle that delivers performance unlike anything we've ever offered."

Not-to-be-missed features at the Lexus display include:

• The Lexus LC 500 flagship luxury coupe – making its Canadian auto show debut
• The all-new, 2016 Lexus GS F and the 2016 Lexus RC F high-performance luxury models
• New engines for several models, including the turbo-charged IS 200t and the RC 300 AWD
• The Lexus RX 350, RX 450h and LX 570 – redesigned for 2016 and combining luxury with go-anywhere capability
• A number of updated models for 2016, including the ES 350, ES 300h, GS 350 AWD and GS 450h.

These models join the full portfolio of Lexus luxury cars and SUVs – including the NX 200t and NX 300h compact luxury crossovers on display throughout Edmonton Motor Show, running April 7-10, 2016.

For more information about Lexus and its luxury vehicles, visit www.lexus.ca

Media Advisory
Accredited members of the media are invited to preview the LC 500 at the auto show's Media Day:

• WHAT: Lexus LC 500 – Canadian debut, plus the full range of Lexus models.
• WHERE: Edmonton Motor Show, Edmonton Expo Centre, Lexus display.
• WHEN: APRIL 6, 2016 – 10:50 am MDT
• WHO: Jennifer Barron, Director, Lexus Canada.

About Lexus of Canada

Lexus Canada is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Lexus luxury cars and sport utility vehicles through a sales and service network of 38 dealers across Canada. Guests have access to a wide range of luxury vehicles with a total of 12 Lexus nameplates available in Canada, including the largest luxury hybrid lineup of 6 hybrid models. Lexus is committed to, and inspired by, great design – a passion for product, initiatives and events that represent "Amazing in Motion". The Lexus RX 350 and RX 450h are built at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada's (TMMC) award-winning Cambridge South plant. For more information about Lexus products, and Lexus' pursuit of perfection, visit: www.lexus.ca.

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or to set up interviews: On site in Edmonton (April 6): Melanie Testani, Public Relations Manager, Toyota Canada Inc., [email protected], [phone]; Romaric Lartilleux, Public Relations Consultant, Toyota Canada Inc., [email protected], [phone]