Lexus RX-F???
#91
Lexus Fanatic
The RX has zero sport gene in it to deserve the F badge whatsoever.
The rumored upcoming VX, based on the HPX/LF-X concept that is on the GS platform, is the only SUV in the future Lexus lineup that can potentially be properly F'ed up.
The rumored upcoming VX, based on the HPX/LF-X concept that is on the GS platform, is the only SUV in the future Lexus lineup that can potentially be properly F'ed up.
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#92
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I can't even stand the soft ride in my ES300 let alone the LS400. I agree, it rides very smooth and cushy, but for some it is just too soft. I'm only in my mid 30s so maybe I'm still too young to appreciate luxury couches on wheels. Nothing wrong with it but it is just not for me yet. I used to drive a lowered NSX with 18/19 rims on 35/30 series tires daily for a while. Even that car didn't feel too stiff for me. I loved it.
#93
well, realistically, it will not embaress a lot of sports cars really. But, why not have sporty suv? People need to think outside of the box...
#94
Lexus Test Driver
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Nothing wrong with it if you do it right. Possibly Lexus can do it right but I don't know. When it comes to sporty SUV's, I like the BMW X5 and Porsche Cayenne like Mike does. Lexus can build these types of vehicles but will they? I ask you, do you think Lexus will really build a sports SUV that has the same type of driving dynamics of the X5 or Cayenne? I know they can, but will they and will Lexus buyers buy that type of Lexus? Or, will they just build a powerful engine SUV that handles good and still isolates you from the road? My guess is Lexus will still cater toward luxury and are not willing to sacrifice the road comfort too much. Me, I'm all for it if they can build it. Funny though when I lowered my RX330 with stiffer springs, put larger diameter tires, and just tried to make it more sporty people here on CL said why? And you bought the wrong type of vehicle of you wanted something sporty.
#95
Lexus Test Driver
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When I drive the GS, I love the power of the engine, but the suspension is way too stiff and every little imperfection on the road is felt in the cabin, and the steering is way too fast, slight wiggle of the steering wheel and you already in the other lane. Plus with stiff suspension, steering and low profile tires every time you drive over a bump or pothole the steering wheel just rips out of you hands while in the LS these are not felt at all in the steering wheel. Its stable as tank, yet soft and comfy and quiet. The engine however is quite weak, but I'm gonna do something to fix it in the near future
#97
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What I worry about is that as the RX progresses it will get bigger, and that is not something I would like too much. One reason I like the RX300 I have is that it i no too big. An SUV can be sporty, but it does not have to be big. I saw that R-series Mercedes on the road yesterday, and I am thinking what is this...a Star Trek Shuttle Pod?
#98
Nothing wrong with it if you do it right. Possibly Lexus can do it right but I don't know. When it comes to sporty SUV's, I like the BMW X5 and Porsche Cayenne like Mike does. Lexus can build these types of vehicles but will they? I ask you, do you think Lexus will really build a sports SUV that has the same type of driving dynamics of the X5 or Cayenne? I know they can, but will they and will Lexus buyers buy that type of Lexus? Or, will they just build a powerful engine SUV that handles good and still isolates you from the road? My guess is Lexus will still cater toward luxury and are not willing to sacrifice the road comfort too much. Me, I'm all for it if they can build it. Funny though when I lowered my RX330 with stiffer springs, put larger diameter tires, and just tried to make it more sporty people here on CL said why? And you bought the wrong type of vehicle of you wanted something sporty.
:-).
I am completly happy with my Rav4 handling... it is superb. I want more comfort and same handling from RX.
#99
What I worry about is that as the RX progresses it will get bigger, and that is not something I would like too much. One reason I like the RX300 I have is that it i no too big. An SUV can be sporty, but it does not have to be big. I saw that R-series Mercedes on the road yesterday, and I am thinking what is this...a Star Trek Shuttle Pod?
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