Used Avalon vs. ES350 & RX350 for Daily Driver
06-23-21, 04:33 AM
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Used Avalon vs. ES350 & RX350 for Daily Driver
Hey folks:
I drive about an hour each way to work and live near Toronto, so winter driving is definitely a factor. I'm down to these 3 models when it comes to my next vehicle purchase (whatever I choose will be roughly 10-12 years old, well-maintained and lower mileage). I was wondering anyone's thoughts on advantages/disadvantages between these 3 as a daily commuter vehicle with putting on roughly 30,000 miles a year.
Reliability, safety and comfort are my top priorities. The RX350 is one option since safety and winter driving are big for me (as well as potentially hitting a deer at night, which hopefully will never happen, touch wood), but I absolutely love the Avalon and ES350, so any thoughts/experiences are appreciated. I'm looking to keep the budget down as much as I can, but I'll pay a few thousand more for a vehicle that will last several years longer, obviously.
Thank you!
- Jeff
I drive about an hour each way to work and live near Toronto, so winter driving is definitely a factor. I'm down to these 3 models when it comes to my next vehicle purchase (whatever I choose will be roughly 10-12 years old, well-maintained and lower mileage). I was wondering anyone's thoughts on advantages/disadvantages between these 3 as a daily commuter vehicle with putting on roughly 30,000 miles a year.
Reliability, safety and comfort are my top priorities. The RX350 is one option since safety and winter driving are big for me (as well as potentially hitting a deer at night, which hopefully will never happen, touch wood), but I absolutely love the Avalon and ES350, so any thoughts/experiences are appreciated. I'm looking to keep the budget down as much as I can, but I'll pay a few thousand more for a vehicle that will last several years longer, obviously.
Thank you!
- Jeff
06-23-21, 10:14 AM
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They're all very distinct cars, so you should be able to choose according to your priorities.
The RX350 has the advantage of being an SUV and easier to exit/enter. That's a significant factor in a daily driver. Plus the capability in snow.
The Avalon is beautiful and a great cruiser and it has plenty of room for people in back. But it's a sedan, and ducking down and climbing out gets annoying when you've had an SUV.
The ES350 is also beautiful, but more agile and sporty. But the interior feels cramped -- the A-pillar seems to slope a bit too close to the driver for my tastes. Plus it's a sedan, and entry and exit aren't as easy as an SUV.
Those are my thoughts: a car-like SUV, a smooth cruiser, or an agile sport sedan. Clearly the entry/exit thing and safer height of an SUV make it my recommendation. But you'll need to determine your own priorities.
Can't lose with any of them!
The RX350 has the advantage of being an SUV and easier to exit/enter. That's a significant factor in a daily driver. Plus the capability in snow.
The Avalon is beautiful and a great cruiser and it has plenty of room for people in back. But it's a sedan, and ducking down and climbing out gets annoying when you've had an SUV.
The ES350 is also beautiful, but more agile and sporty. But the interior feels cramped -- the A-pillar seems to slope a bit too close to the driver for my tastes. Plus it's a sedan, and entry and exit aren't as easy as an SUV.
Those are my thoughts: a car-like SUV, a smooth cruiser, or an agile sport sedan. Clearly the entry/exit thing and safer height of an SUV make it my recommendation. But you'll need to determine your own priorities.
Can't lose with any of them!
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emmerson (06-23-21)
06-23-21, 11:13 AM
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Get a RX350 based on winter driving, reliability, safety and comfort factors.
I happen to own 3 of them. All of them are safe, reliable, and comfortable to drive, but for winter driving near Toronto, Canada, get a RX350. If possible, get an AWD one.
I happen to own 3 of them. All of them are safe, reliable, and comfortable to drive, but for winter driving near Toronto, Canada, get a RX350. If possible, get an AWD one.
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06-23-21, 11:54 AM
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I'll spend a bit more on gas and get an RX350. Thanks for your help!
- Jeff
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99RX300PDX (06-23-21)
06-23-21, 04:30 PM
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You 're welcome, Jeff.
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07-18-21, 04:21 PM
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I actually decided on a 5th gen. ES350 over the Avalon or RX. Less gas cost and the price for a lower-mileage one is about the same as an Avalon in my area, so I might as well go with the Lexus.
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