2022 Lexus LX600 (4th gen)
#557
What matters is how the car performs overall. I've had a 2010 LX and now have a 2017 LX and both are heavy slow accelerating vehicles. In the LS500, the V6 was a disappointment. While on paper it had more power, it felt much less refined and felt like its working really hard to keep the car moving. It's not the kind of experience one expects from the top of the line Luxury Car. Not sure Lexus can overcome that in the LX either. The large Range Rover on the other hand had an optional 500HP V8. I wish the LX had such an option. But now there's hope. Besides the obvious (way overdue) upgrades, it appears that the LX could get the hybrid system offered on the new Tundra. (I really hope it will be). The hybrid system will add extra power and better fuel economy. As to reliability of the hybrid system - i'm sure given Toyota's experience with hybrids, it will be a non issue.
#558
What matters is how the car performs overall. I've had a 2010 LX and now have a 2017 LX and both are heavy slow accelerating vehicles. In the LS500, the V6 was a disappointment. While on paper it had more power, it felt much less refined and felt like its working really hard to keep the car moving. It's not the kind of experience one expects from the top of the line Luxury Car. Not sure Lexus can overcome that in the LX either. The large Range Rover on the other hand had an optional 500HP V8. I wish the LX had such an option. But now there's hope. Besides the obvious (way overdue) upgrades, it appears that the LX could get the hybrid system offered on the new Tundra. (I really hope it will be). The hybrid system will add extra power and better fuel economy. As to reliability of the hybrid system - i'm sure given Toyota's experience with hybrids, it will be a non issue.
Apparently the new V6 engine was modified for truck duty. I'm not sure of all the specifics. It will be interesting to see how it works out.
Not singling you out at all but it is so entertaining to me how we all debate things --sometimes so passionately-- when all we have to do is wait and see what happens. Lol. We'll know in a couple years about this.
#559
‘Aside from the pop up screen…that A6 interior looks a million miles better than the all touchscreen version they got going in the new A6. It’s too bad because the A6 is a very nicely styled car…only flaw are the faux tail pipes
#561
it will be interesting to see how the tundra iforce max (hybrid) is. i'm really not following closely enough, but is this lx600 also hybrid or just ttv6?
#562
In a luxury vehicle where the interior is meant to be beautiful and high quality though, there should be covers to hide the cupholders. I don't really care in a mainstream vehicle.
#563
doesn't seem like you're aware of how the 48v system works or its benefits. it allows the car to have the engine off when stopped and even when starting out and it's powerful enough that the ICE can start/stop seamlessly. this makes for a MUCH more serene AND MORE RESPONSIVE driving experience in all the MB models using this. it's been reported/reviewed positively everywhere.
it will be interesting to see how the tundra iforce max (hybrid) is. i'm really not following closely enough, but is this lx600 also hybrid or just ttv6?
it's because most people NEVER use the covers. filled with keys, phones, wallet, candy, and oh yeah, cups.
it will be interesting to see how the tundra iforce max (hybrid) is. i'm really not following closely enough, but is this lx600 also hybrid or just ttv6?
it's because most people NEVER use the covers. filled with keys, phones, wallet, candy, and oh yeah, cups.
The Ram has a similar system and it was a disaster for Car and Driver over a long term road test. They averaged 14mpg over 40k miles with Chrysler's version. I'm glad Mercedes' go at it is more successful but still just wouldn't want this stuff.
BTW LX has a folding cover for cupholders ('13-'15 before the refresh) but it's open virtually 100% of the time. There are not a whole lot of places for storage for things inside other than the glovebox and cooler/center console. Keys and phones, etc. go right in the cupholders. I hope they addressed that for '16 and with this new 300.
Last edited by AJT123; 11-12-21 at 09:25 AM.
#564
#565
You have no reason to have this viewpoint is the point, other than your own biases against more modern car tech. Like I've said before, its not for fuel economy only...a vehicle like the S Class needs that system to be able to run all of its electronics and features. The old 12V systems that have been around for 60 years just don't cut it any longer.
#567
You have no reason to have this viewpoint is the point, other than your own biases against more modern car tech. Like I've said before, its not for fuel economy only...a vehicle like the S Class needs that system to be able to run all of its electronics and features. The old 12V systems that have been around for 60 years just don't cut it any longer.
I am sure your V8 only S560 wafts from a stop like nobody’s business. No need for any of that crap.
#568
I am sure your V8 only S560 wafts from a stop like nobody’s business. No need for any of that crap.
#569
#570
Having to hit the button every startup is annoying for sure. I'm in and out of my car many times a day.