Are Lexus cars made in India?
No, Lexus cars are not manufactured in India. Lexus is a luxury vehicle division of the Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation, and all Lexus vehicles are produced in Japan or other countries outside of India.
Lexus Production Locations
Lexus vehicles are primarily manufactured in Japan, with the majority of production taking place at Toyota's Kyushu and Tahara plants. Lexus also has production facilities in other countries, such as Canada and the United States, to serve regional markets. However, there are no Lexus manufacturing plants located in India.
Lexus first entered the Indian market in 2013 through a network of dealerships, but the vehicles sold in India are imported as completely built units (CBUs) from Japan. This means that the cars are fully assembled in Japan and then shipped to India for sale, rather than being produced locally.
Reasons for Lack of Lexus Production in India
- India's luxury car market is relatively small compared to other global markets, making it less economically viable for Lexus to establish a dedicated production facility in the country.
- The high import duties on luxury vehicles in India make it more cost-effective for Lexus to import the cars rather than produce them locally.
- Lexus is focused on maintaining its reputation for quality and craftsmanship, which is easier to achieve by producing the vehicles in its established facilities in Japan.
- The Indian automotive industry is dominated by more affordable, mass-market vehicles, which does not align with Lexus' positioning as a premium luxury brand.
While Lexus does not have any manufacturing operations in India, the brand has been steadily expanding its presence in the country through its network of dealerships and service centers. As the Indian luxury car market continues to grow, Lexus may consider local production in the future, but for now, all Lexus vehicles sold in India are imported from Japan.
