From Worst to Best: Which Lexus RX Trim Delivers the Best Driving Experience?
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- 🚗 In This Video: I’m diving deep into four Lexus RX trims that I've reviewed on my channel: the RX 350 Base, RX 350h, RX 500h F Sport, and RX 450h+ Plug-in Hybrid. I’ve ranked each trim from worst to best-and trust me, the results were more surprising than I expected.
🔍 What’s Inside:
Curious about which Lexus RX trim offers the best driving experience for your money? This video will provide valuable insights and help you make an informed decision.
👍 Why You Should Watch:
After reviewing these four Lexus RX trims, I’ve come to some unexpected conclusions. My rankings are based on hands-on experience and in-depth research, and I didn’t anticipate the final outcome. Watch to see which trim took the top spot!
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This is exactly what I wanted to know. Thanks for this great explanation.
Awesome. Glad you found value in this comparison.
All the 500H reviews miss out on the 4 wheel steering advantage
3 1/2 ft smaller circle than standard RX easier parking in and out. Smoother turning at highway speeds.
500 H I have owned since July and thorough ly enjoy it all.
Amazing job by Lexus again.
thank you very useful and pertinent information. lets Drive in complete safety ! God Bless!
Thanks for stopping by and providing valuable feedback.
Great review! Keep it up!
thanks for the feedback and thanks for stopping by.
The review is so flawless and Lexus exclusive and dedicated to RX trims. I love how he did stick to one and only topic not going on other cars. I do love the RX 350. But it is not available in France. The only trim available here is RX 350h and RX450h
Really appreciate your feedback. This means a lot to me. Glad you found value in this comparison.
Love my 500h
Thanks for the feedback, it’s a good product by Lexus
Nice review i am looking for either rx450h+ but leaning more towards the rx500h however my main concern regarding the 500h is the amount of transmission failures im readimg about so early in the life of the vehicle .. is there a update on 2025 models for this issue
buy the 500h, its decent on gas, and quick, and torquey.. drives nice, quiet, comfy, nice car. I like it better than last gen, which I owned..
We took delivery of a 500h in July. Best SUV we’ve owned, absolutely love it.
100% agree. I also think RX 500h is the best RX thus far. I keep on hearing some owners have issues with transmissions, but not sure how many folks have this problem. Overall it is very enjoyable car to drive and experience.
How much does it cost to service. Any issues you have noticed
hey great review! Quick question about the 2nd best RX 350. Which trim was this? Do you recommend Base, Premium, or Luxury?
Great review! Torque converter transmissions definitely ups the driving experience vs CVT! I have a 2015 RX350 and still love it :)
thanks for your feedback. Yep traditional transmissions are much nicer.
The 500h transmission is a six speed dual clutch, not torque converter
Brilliant.
Thanks for the feedback
Plug in is pain in the butt. This is the reason I am giving up Tesla Y for Lexus RX 500 Sports F 3
Thanks for sharing. You know what, I keep on hearing from actual owners about plugin hybrids being more of a pain than a convenience. I think plugins should reach about 70-100 miles of usable electric range to make them really viable options, otherwise it only works well in very specific scenarios.
Confused about the two different shock absorbers you mentioned. I thought the different gas shocks came in the adaptive variable suspension on the Takumi and F Sport, not 350 vs 450?
So, only RX 500h has adaptive electronic suspension, RX350 and RX350h have gas shocks with no electronic control
here in the UK I believe both the RX350h and RX450h+ have adaptive suspension in the top Takumi trim - if we’re talking about the same thing. RX350 isn’t sold here
Basically if you can afford the 500h then there's no point choosing another trim
Yep, RX500h is really the best driving RX
I live in northeast Anyone know if 500h makes sense in snow or no? Florida sure. New England winters not so sure. Tires?
Hmm not sure about snow, upu can try to talk to folks in Forums
Direct independent 4 wheel drive with their own motors. Nuff said
I think the 450h+ has best driving experience
Hey, thanks for the feedback. Could you elaborate? I honestly expected a lot more from 450h+ in terms of driving experience, but it’s simpler suspension setup and eCVT transmission don’t deliver a premium feel like RX500h does. I would only buy this car if I wanted plug-in hybrid vehicle.
@@100miledriveit handles better and is faster than the 500h.
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Did you find the steering wheel unmarked buttons annoying?
Honestly didn’t spend too much time with steering controls but did find a bit annoying how they use some arrows to move through menu on head up display. Also curious if the owners find it annoying after some time as well or kind of get used to it
Why doesn't Lexus but bigger tire and brake packages as options? Would look great with some 275/40 tires and Brembo brakes.
Agree. I did mention this in one of my Lexus reviews on the twisty roads. It would certainly help improve cornering and offer more confidence, but Lexus is not trying to chase X5 or Cayenne, they cater to the audience that wants luxury/comfort over performance.
I wonder why lexus is crazy more expensive than highlander cars crazy isn't?
I love my 500h 🙂👍
The seats are horrible.
Rx500h transmission seems to be made of chocolate how and why so many failing 🤔
How are they failing and how prevalent is it?
@@spoiler9112 im not sure this is what i want to know further, i been reading up on lexus owner forums the rx500h has a lot of reported cases in where the transmission failed am waiting to hear updates on 2025 models before i decide to go for it.just type in rx500h transmission on google search.. till then i am holding out..
Im not sure just google rx500h transmission loads of failed transmission at low to nearly new mileage rx.. will waot for 2025 model for future update till then holding out ..
@@shabulhaque333 no problem with my 2023, works fine, shifts fine, no issues.
Didn't expect to see that from Lexus.
you can turn the sound off if you dont like it..
Thanks for pointing that out. I was thinking about that, but haven't explored this option as i was OK with it.
I own a 2016 Lexus RX450h and it is the worst driving experience I've ever had. Slow, lumbering, leans in corners, pitch under acceleration, drive under braking. It feels like a boat and is sickening to drive. Test drove the RX500h and it wasn't any better. Trying to figure out which RX model drives the best is like trying to figure out which sexually transmitted disease is the best. Ha! They're all terrible.
Thanks for your comment Very unique perspective 😀. I think base RX350 Turbo might feel better as it’s lighter and it has a simpler suspension setup than RX 500h making it slightly firmer. Otherwise maybe you should look in to BMW X5. Their B58 inline 6 engines are pretty reliable and X5 feels more engaging even though it’s pretty soft car as well
@@100miledrive Thankfully, I'm in the process of dumping my RX. Hopefully, I'll have replaced it with a Cybertruck by the end of the year. I've switched over to Teslas with a Model S Long Range and Model Y Performance. Just sold my Q50 Hybrid and picking up a new Model 3 Performance on Friday. The RXh will be the last to go when my Cybertruck gets here! Then no more hybrids! Only stupid fast, self driving EVs or pure gasoline, manual transmission sports cars and hot hatches from here on out!
Lexus lost me with that generation. I bought a slightly used BMW x5 loaded and the driving experience is not comparable to a lexus, the X5 is so superior at all level and CR rates it at the top spot and very reliable. Bye bye lexus with your lawntractor engines
Thanks for the feedback. Interestingly enough Lexus having many engine/transmission issues looks like with their latest gen cars, especially new twin-turbo V6 engines and transmission in RX 500h. I think they are going through the phase of making turbo engines reliable, something that BMW already went through. So, we will see from consumer reports, it might be that BMW at least for now will have more reliable engines and transmission :)
@@100miledrive many bmw models are topping the list
by not mentioning the prices of these cars you are not going to gain a fan base.
Thanks for the feedback. This video is about driving dynamics
All grossly overpriced 🤮 👎🏼
Review Cars we can afford and drive. 😣
If this is overpriced, what more can I say on a more expensive money pit bmw, mercedes that breaks in just few thousand miles of use😂
@@badongtagalog5737
Exactly! Mercedes is pure low end crap for the ill informed narcissist! Even worse than Jeep! Pure 💩
Thanks for the comment. Well, with adjusted inflation all cars are kind of overpriced today. Gone are the days when every dealer would fight for the client and make crazy deals. Especially Lexus is almost on par with European rivals. Let me know what cars you want me to review. I definetely liked new Honda CRV Hybrid that I reviewed, very pleasant driving experience
You're just grossly under paid
@@awacs888
Exactly. That’s precisely what I tell my shareholders after our corporate year end is complete when we review our P&L earnings statement.