View Poll Results: X5 or RX330
X5
18
37.50%
RX330
24
50.00%
Other..
6
12.50%
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X5 or RX330 AWD?
12-10-05 | 07:31 AM
#32
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RX400h, easily... More power than X5, with 4cly economy.
There is no way RX350 will get anywhere close to 400h in real life - maybe it will be only 2-3 mpg off at stead 70mph at highway, but in real life, easily 5-10mpg, same as with RX330.
There is no way RX350 will get anywhere close to 400h in real life - maybe it will be only 2-3 mpg off at stead 70mph at highway, but in real life, easily 5-10mpg, same as with RX330.
12-10-05 | 11:44 PM
#33
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Originally Posted by mmarshall
Quality-wise, the MDX and LX330 are about equal. The RX330, however, is noticeably plusher inside, and, in my opinion, more comfortable to drive....too bad the more expensive RX400H doesn't have the same plush wood interior the 330 does.
I don't really think the RX has that much better an interior and the MDX has a better powerplant.
M.
12-12-05 | 03:07 PM
#34
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Originally Posted by genearch
We all know the X5 will be new in 2007. I would think that Lexus will be doing something with the RX in the next 18 months. While the last update to the RX was subtle, I would imagine something more dramatic coming.
If they were both at the beginning of their product cycle, I would prefer the X5. The RX has never stood out in my eyes. If i were in your shoes, I'd see if you could delay until mid year and you'd have a better perspective on what's coming. Maybe Lexus announces something actually happening with the LF-X?
If they were both at the beginning of their product cycle, I would prefer the X5. The RX has never stood out in my eyes. If i were in your shoes, I'd see if you could delay until mid year and you'd have a better perspective on what's coming. Maybe Lexus announces something actually happening with the LF-X?
I think ppl in US see RX too much... Here they are rare and look the best by far, easily best looking SUV I have seen, ever. (i see lots and lots of modded X5's and ML's daily).
12-12-05 | 03:33 PM
#35
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From: Plano, Texas
My wife owns an X5 and I think it is way too stiff and bouncy. I have riden in the RX330 and thought it a very nice vehicle. Hard to make a choice. I would most likely go with a GX470 for the money.
12-12-05 | 05:24 PM
#36
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Originally Posted by TexasGS
My wife owns an X5 and I think it is way too stiff and bouncy. I have riden in the RX330 and thought it a very nice vehicle. Hard to make a choice. I would most likely go with a GX470 for the money.
Dont get me wrong, GX will go where no man has gone before, I have seen Prado's come back to us with interior covered in mud up to the navigation screen (its beige leather interior), yet clean it up and it looks fantastic. People abuse them a lot and they dont feel a thing.
But it is an truck. If you dont need an truck, dont get an truck. Otherwise you will be dissapointed. But if you need an truck, wow, what a truck! :-).
12-13-05 | 06:10 AM
#39
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From: Kentucky
I know this is a Lexus board, but the X5 4.4, or 4.8 would get my vote. And, it is not because I have a 540i; I have a couple of Lexi, and have driven the Rx330 on loaner when getting my cars serviced. It is nice, but does not put the smile on my face that the 5er does when I hit the right pedal. Reliability? No problems here.
12-13-05 | 06:48 AM
#40
Ive driven the rx330 (a loaner) and a friend of mine has the X5 4.6. The X5 with the 20's rides so stiff over the ruff stuff but feels so fast and secure. The RX330 is softer but by no means a wibble wobbler. It doesn't lean as much as the previous gen rx300, but feels pretty good as a daily driver. I love the design and erogonmics of the rx330 over the Bimmer. IThe Rx330 has a timeless design compared to the Bimmer. I would give the rx300 the nod.
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