Lexus NX Facelifted, Range Rover EV Debuts, Polestar 4 SUV Launched

Lexus has unveiled a refreshed NX compact SUV, featuring a more rugged exterior design with updated lighting and a refined grille. Inside, the cabin adopts a cleaner, more modern aesthetic with a two-tier dashboard, a 14-inch floating multimedia screen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and a new, smaller gear selector. The plug-in hybrid NX 450h+ receives an updated powertrain, including a larger 23 kWh battery offering a 100 km electric range, a 15 hp increase to 307 hp, and faster charging capabilities. The hybrid 350h model sees a power reduction to 199 hp in Europe but achieves improved acceleration times. The updated Lexus NX is expected to arrive in Israel in the latter half of 2027.

Land Rover has officially revealed the Range Rover Electric (EV), its first all-electric model, slated for release in the first quarter of 2027. Built on an 800-volt architecture, the EV features dual motors producing a combined 550 hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 4.5 seconds, with an entry-level version offering 450 hp. It is powered by a 118.5 kWh battery, providing an estimated range of 598 km, with Land Rover claiming a real-world range of 535 km. The vehicle supports 350 kW fast charging, reaching 80% in 22 minutes, and maintains impressive off-road capabilities, including a 90 cm wading depth.

Polestar has launched the Polestar 4 SUV, a sportier, coupe-like variant of its existing Polestar 4. Sharing the SEA platform, the 4 SUV boasts up to 544 hp in its dual-motor configuration, achieving 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and a range of 600 km. The single-motor rear-wheel-drive version offers 272 hp and a slightly longer range. Both models utilize a 100 kWh battery and support 200 kW fast charging. The interior design remains consistent with the Polestar 4, featuring a 15.4-inch central touchscreen and a 10.2-inch driver display, with the SUV variant focusing on improved headroom and cargo space.