Does Lexus have joint venture cars?
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Lexus has joint venture cars, among which the Lexus ES is a joint venture vehicle. It is the only series in the Lexus lineup that adopts a front-wheel-drive system. The interior design style is business luxury, with rich configurations and exquisite craftsmanship, offering comfortable seats. In terms of appearance, the Lexus ES is elegant and low-key, with smooth lines, making it suitable for business use. Regarding body dimensions, the Lexus ES measures 4900mm in length, 1820mm in width, and 1450mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2820mm. It is equipped with a 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system, distributed across 10 positions inside the car, with the speakers positioned at shoulder height for the driver, and a total power output of 1800w.
Personally, I think Lexus vehicles in China are all imported models without any joint-venture production. I have deep personal experience with this as a loyal Lexus fan who's followed the brand for years. Premium brands like Lexus insist on maintaining fully imported status, probably to ensure consistent quality and brand image - unlike Audi or BMW which have joint ventures with Chinese companies. The advantage is that the driving dynamics and interior craftsmanship are truly top-notch. I've driven a friend's Lexus and was thoroughly impressed. However, the downside is quite obvious: significantly higher prices due to import tariffs. Though there are recent rumors about potential localization, I still prefer its pure imported identity - the sense of luxury just feels different.
