5th gen RX merged rumor and launch threads
04-27-22, 01:42 PM
#181
RX350: A popular luxury appliance that's due for an update
Hopefully the redesign that is supposedly coming on the 2023 model can make the RX more competitive in the future. While it’s dependably can be touted by many, including myself, it cannot continue to stand on its laurels while others are passing them by. This Car and Driver article pretty much says it all. https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...-awd-compared/
04-27-22, 03:30 PM
#182
I like my 2020 RX450h just the way it is. YMMV 
The Genesis dash is not appealing to me at all.
The Genesis dash is not appealing to me at all.
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04-27-22, 04:45 PM
#183
That is a bit of a strange comparison anyway....two sport oriented models vs an appearance package model.
I would agree that the RX comes in third if I wanted 350+ hp turbo with horrible gas mileage with low reliability. I will take the tested V6, non turbo, dual injection system that gets me 23 mpg on regular and is sure to last 250,000 miles. But that is just me (and everyone else on this forum). Now maybe if Lexus wanted to compete they could add a true performance version of the RX (like Acura S line up).
I would agree that the RX comes in third if I wanted 350+ hp turbo with horrible gas mileage with low reliability. I will take the tested V6, non turbo, dual injection system that gets me 23 mpg on regular and is sure to last 250,000 miles. But that is just me (and everyone else on this forum). Now maybe if Lexus wanted to compete they could add a true performance version of the RX (like Acura S line up).
04-27-22, 09:03 PM
#184
Instructor
You know, 4 cyl. engines have their place -- my 1977 Kawasaki KZ1000 motorcycle had a screaming 4 cyl. transverse engine that was rock solid and way fast. It weighed 529 lbs.
But 5600 lb. cars don't call for a 4 cyl. engine, turbo or not. You need a V6 or a V8 to move that kind of weight down the road with acceleration and torque. IMHO.
But 5600 lb. cars don't call for a 4 cyl. engine, turbo or not. You need a V6 or a V8 to move that kind of weight down the road with acceleration and torque. IMHO.
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04-28-22, 07:28 AM
#185
Lexus Test Driver
That is a bit of a strange comparison anyway....two sport oriented models vs an appearance package model.
I would agree that the RX comes in third if I wanted 350+ hp turbo with horrible gas mileage with low reliability. I will take the tested V6, non turbo, dual injection system that gets me 23 mpg on regular and is sure to last 250,000 miles. But that is just me (and everyone else on this forum). Now maybe if Lexus wanted to compete they could add a true performance version of the RX (like Acura S line up).
I would agree that the RX comes in third if I wanted 350+ hp turbo with horrible gas mileage with low reliability. I will take the tested V6, non turbo, dual injection system that gets me 23 mpg on regular and is sure to last 250,000 miles. But that is just me (and everyone else on this forum). Now maybe if Lexus wanted to compete they could add a true performance version of the RX (like Acura S line up).
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04-28-22, 12:40 PM
#186
04-28-22, 03:41 PM
#187
Most of the RX competitors have a base 4 cyl, but you can get a 6 cyl as an upgrade. Hopefully Lexus understands this. Mags and reviews are real good at pointing out how a vehicle is .5 second slower, handling, how it sounds, etc., but when it comes to a luxury SUV I believe what is wanted is comfort, room, and ease of use. I'm on my 3rd RX and had tested many competitors, i.e., BMW X3/x5, MB E350, Audi Q5/Q7. I found the RX to be best for comfort for 4 people, being able to on occasion haul building/home supplies, and doing it all in comfort, and decent gas mileage on regular gas. As an aside, I find it interesting that some consider X3/Q5/GLC as competitors as I find them much smaller. The RX seems to straddle between these and the X5/Q7/GLE models. And in seeing how these vehicles are used, I don't believe the 3rd row is truly an issue for most users. Personally, I would like to see a 3rd row delete on the larger vehicles as I need that space more for storage and hauling than people...
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04-28-22, 05:28 PM
#188
Driver School Candidate
Hi. I know it's impossible to know the accurate date, but being that there are no pictures nor any information about how the actual new RX will be, do you think they will launch maybe at 2023 fall? Do you think they will release earlier in 2022? Thanks!
04-29-22, 02:36 AM
#191
They certainly COULD drop the "spindle" design, front and rear. Not sure what would make that a good idea, though.
04-29-22, 03:20 PM
#192
Driver School Candidate
Thank you for the info. I had a '20 Lexus NX F-SPORT 300H and I really loved it. Last year, I bought my wife a BMW X5 and being that I was not very thrilled at the new NX and because it was very scarce in my country, the BMW dealer offered me a good deal and I bought a BMW X4 3.0i. The car is nice, sure, but, believe it or not, I find my NX sportier than my X4. The X4 does have much, much power, but the driving feeling is not as sporty as the NX. The steering wheel of the NX was very nice. Anyways, I was thinking about buying a new RX but now that I see the forthcoming RX is almost a fact for 2023, I just found a very low mileage '20 RX 450H F-Sport, so I think I'm going to buy it, sell my X4 and then wait next year for the new RX. What I want to say is that even though I had BMWs before and even a Porsche Macan S, I rather be back to the Lexus family. My wife's X5 is very nice, a great ride, but for me, I'll keep the Lexus. Lexus might not have the image of a super sporty brand but I love the driving feeling and the luxury and amenities is way superior to equivalent priced BMWs.
P.S. I don't live in the US.
P.S. I don't live in the US.
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05-01-22, 07:12 AM
#194
Introducing the lexus rz 450e ev
In case you have not see this article here is the link https://lexusenthusiast.com/2022/04/...us-rz-450e-ev/
05-01-22, 11:03 AM
#195
In case you have not see this article here is the link https://lexusenthusiast.com/2022/04/...us-rz-450e-ev/
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