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Hey, folks! Michael here from the ClubLexus editorial team. I just got back from a full day with all the new RX models, trims, and variations. At the moment, I'm legally bound NOT to discuss my personal impressions and opinions until September 9, when the media embargo lifts. But I did get to drive five variants and Lexus allowed us to give hands-on guided tours (I've sure you've seen them all over YouTube).
I'm very sorry the V6 is going away. That drivetrain was a gem of reliability.
Jury is still old regarding how the 4 pop will drive. 4 turbos are not smooth.
I'm not sure what's coming up after the V6 but that engine may be reliable but is old and slow compared to similar vehicles in its class. I could see why they let it go.
No offense, but something needs to be done about these idiotic media "embargoes". Most of them are simply nonsense.
No offense taken
However, it might be worth pointing out that embargoes are pretty standard across a variety of auto and tech industries. It certainly benefits any manufacturer to get a blitz of coverage all on one day; conversely, with the way algorithms work, smaller publications would suffer if they had to wait days or weeks to get access to a Big Hot New Thing. So it tends to help everyone involved.
I think what's truly changed, though, is that people are more open about embargoes existing and what date(s) they will lift.
I personally prefer naturally aspirated engines for the way they rev up and out. Turbos always feel a little flat for me thanks to the short torque curves and power bands. BUT, with 4,000+ lbs SUVs, it's a pretty solid power/torque to weight ratio and the 2.4Turbo works pretty well and feels relatively sporty.
As for reliability, that's something only time will tell. I'm torn between two notions -- Toyota typically makes solid products. And forced induction is harder on engines, so one would assume there will be at least one turbo replacement during the vehicle's lifespan. Philosophically, I then wonder... is replacing a major component like a turbo maintenance to be expected... or a failure of engineering for having to chase higher power and lower emissions?
And the pinkish color is actually called Copper Crest (see it in the video walkaround on two models, i may have boosted the saturation a little too much in the photo above). It's a metallic copper or bronze color. I don't think I've ever seen a car this color (that wasn't a wrap) and it's very eye-catching
And the pinkish color is actually called Copper Crest (see it in the video walkaround on two models, i may have boosted the saturation a little too much in the photo above). It's a metallic copper or bronze color. I don't think I've ever seen a car this color (that wasn't a wrap) and it's very eye-catching
I think I know what you mean now. It’s a paint job that sort of looks like a wrap. I am pretty certain I have seen something like that on the German cars.
looks sort of wrap like from the pics
08-26-22, 04:33 PM
ClubLexus Hands-On with the 2023 RX (UPDATED!)
