Does Lexus have domestically produced models?
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Lexus currently does not have domestically produced models. Here is a detailed introduction to the Lexus brand: Positioning and development of the Lexus brand: Lexus (LEXUS) is a globally renowned luxury car brand under the Japanese Toyota Group. It was first launched in North America. In 2005, Lexus entered the Japanese domestic market, becoming a premium car brand sold worldwide. Lexus models: Lexus models cover SUVs, sports cars, and mid-to-large-sized sedans. Representative models include the Lexus RX, Lexus LX, Lexus LC, Lexus ES, etc.
I’ve also wondered whether Lexus has a domestically produced version, since I’ve been driving one in China for years. Actually, in China, all Lexus models are imported, with no locally manufactured options. When I bought my car, I noticed the price was relatively high due to import taxes, roughly 20-30% more than comparable domestic models, but the quality is undeniably stable—it has fewer breakdowns, and all replacement parts during maintenance are genuine. Talking with other owners, we feel the brand insists on imports to maintain the unified standards of Japanese precision manufacturing, avoiding the sacrifice of details seen in some localized joint-venture models. If you’re considering a Lexus, you’ll need to accept longer wait times and higher costs; otherwise, domestically produced Toyotas like the Camry are more budget-friendly. In the long run, this strategy likely helps Lexus maintain its premium market position.
