2023 Lexus RX350h - POV Review

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Комментарии • 437

  • @karenrussell6386
    @karenrussell6386 2 года назад +47

    My RX 350h/Luxury finally arrived-loaded with all the options too. It’s Fabulous, can’t say enough good things about it!! Smooth as silk! Exactly what I was hoping for.

  • @davidshelton258
    @davidshelton258 2 года назад +98

    I will never get tired of his videos

  • @fuffthebucks7266
    @fuffthebucks7266 2 года назад +26

    the new rear end design is one of the best in the market right now

  • @aqibjaved1508
    @aqibjaved1508 2 года назад +15

    This is the premium+ package. The luxury package has suede trim in the door panel, a slightly different seat design (with suede inserts) and more seat controls like 4-way lumber support .

  • @galaxywalker2976
    @galaxywalker2976 2 года назад +17

    I really like the video, the perspective view of Gopro is like I was driving the car. Real first hand experience. Great job!

  • @luckgrah5545
    @luckgrah5545 Год назад +9

    I will not drive another vehicle but the Rx. This is my 5th. Never had a problem, nor even a flat tire. I always drive the F.sport

  • @anhkiet1304ishere
    @anhkiet1304ishere 2 года назад +12

    What a nice Rx hybrid ! New speedometer display screen and chime

  • @chrisrosen8712
    @chrisrosen8712 2 года назад +97

    No more V6 engine is my biggest gripe with the newer model. My boss has the V6 says it’s a big difference. Also was not this expensive (maybe inflation effects this)

    • @faeinthebay
      @faeinthebay 2 года назад +27

      The problem is that the V6 was inefficient. My old man has one and it can't get more than 20mpg combined, and he's a pretty normal driver. Its character isn't that great either, nothing like a Honda NA V6 or the Hyundai 3.8. Considering this is a mall crawler SUV, a hybrid is probably best.

    • @alh06
      @alh06 2 года назад +16

      @@faeinthebay The 3.5L has far better character than the Hyundai V6.

    • @YachtsOnTheReg7
      @YachtsOnTheReg7 2 года назад

      @@faeinthebay Lexus V6 is much more refined, smooth and reliable than Honda and especially the garbage Hyundai

    • @ARentz07
      @ARentz07 2 года назад +11

      @@faeinthebay the "character" changes depending on the model anyway. The same engine in an RC 350 will seem different from an RX or ES 350.

    • @김지헌-l1y
      @김지헌-l1y 2 года назад +7

      @@faeinthebay I’m Korean. But I think that hyundai 3.8 is worse than toyota’s 3.5.
      Hyundai's 3.8 engine isn't as efficient as Toyota's 3.5 engine, and its torque characteristics aren't as good for some reason.

  • @romaingallard8385
    @romaingallard8385 2 года назад +140

    Funny to hear, “that new RX is more refined” and then hear the buzzing sound of the 4 cylinder… I don’t think 4RX owners will rush to their dealerships for this new one!

    • @YachtsOnTheReg7
      @YachtsOnTheReg7 2 года назад +45

      Yeah he's wrong about that. The 3.5L V6 hybrid of the previous generation is much smoother and refined than this 4 cylinder hybrid.

    • @joemartin7332
      @joemartin7332 2 года назад +21

      Agree. Much prefer a 6.

    • @abdullaha4205
      @abdullaha4205 2 года назад +1

      Really, I'm going to wait for the new 2024 model, I think they're going to reconsider the engine going down to 4 cylinders. They reduce the weight of the car by around 200 pounds and they believe that 4C is enough!

    • @leev2463
      @leev2463 2 года назад +8

      @@YachtsOnTheReg7 agreed, the engine sounds like my 4 cylinder Toyota Camry

    • @gemtyler8258
      @gemtyler8258 2 года назад +12

      More refine my a**, the drone noise sounds so bad, Lexus should put more sound deadening to block out the drone noises

  • @bradhaughton6698
    @bradhaughton6698 2 года назад +15

    I can definitely see where he's coming from with the physical button on the wheel most people don't like the sensitive touch control anymore.

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад +1

      Just put in drive, and you good to go , and it will take you a bit of time, i have never use the paddle shift.
      And any of my RX. it is just a new toy!

  • @kgisabeast
    @kgisabeast 2 года назад +16

    That interior color combo looks much nicer than all black

    • @rishinarang9966
      @rishinarang9966 Год назад

      I think it is birch

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      And this is the only one that is not black inside, my 2017 was black & black.

  • @ARentz07
    @ARentz07 2 года назад +22

    People love to hate on the "Toyota" cruise control stalk, but at least it doesn't take away from the usability of the buttons on the steering wheel like this new system.
    Also, not sure I've ever driven a Lexus in recent years with the dimmer switch linked to both displays. You can adjust the brightness in the infotainment for both day and night modes independently. I did that _one time_ when my IS was new to me and have not touched it since.

  • @farmerlister3863
    @farmerlister3863 Год назад +18

    Very nice POV setup. Well thought out. I drove 500h 3 days ago and the chassis is really convincing. Also the regular gearbox is sweet feeling. I have bought RX f sport 2022. My wife has the 2021 Luxury. So the only thing I observe as negative is the 4cylinder dron note. With the v6 the engine act similar but the tone is a different planet. It's a reason I have left RAV 4 and replaced it with my 450h F sport (I was envious every time I drove my wife car :-). Fuel efficiency of RX450h is some 5-7mpg worse than the new gen 350h. The only one I'd consider is 500h but then fuel economy is even worse than 450 h '22 and really, if I wanted a dynamic car I'd get X6 which is similar price like 500h - at least here in EU.

    • @Tomasz2488
      @Tomasz2488 Год назад +4

      Its a shame that lexus dropped V6 and V8... I was hopping to see engine from LS500h in RX this will be great. I still plan to test drive RX350h but looking on the specs... not impressive, my 12 years old BMW with 3.0d outperforming this car - that should not be a case.

    • @Mark-de4hj
      @Mark-de4hj Год назад +2

      @@Tomasz2488 Your 12-year old BMW is NOT a hybrid vehicle getting 37 miles per gallon. Come on people get real! Overall, the BMW does not drive as well either nor does it get 27 mpg.. Getting into a car and pushing on the gas pedal is not all there is to performance.

  • @erinsutherland1195
    @erinsutherland1195 2 года назад +3

    I love love Lexus RX350 H suvs and love the blue color on the exterior and interior a little fancy but simple too....My most favorite part of the suv is the front soooo pretty the headlights are sooo beautyful.....

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      Do you the the head lights have wipers?

  • @Veyronp87
    @Veyronp87 2 года назад +9

    i like this new RX, much improved

  • @juliomartinez7606
    @juliomartinez7606 2 года назад +7

    Amazing car! My friend has the previous box and its great i cannot imagine this newer version

  • @JeftasBookClub
    @JeftasBookClub 2 года назад +13

    My favorite part of the video was when he said "It's Tophin' time" and then Tophered all over the road 👌 another awesome one from Chris

  • @williamlong2682
    @williamlong2682 2 года назад +52

    Lots of nice improvements overall, though I will say I wish they’d kept a V6 in some form, even if it was, say, a downsized 3.0L paired with a hybrid system. But I’m sure the powertrain synergies with the Highlander streamline production and save costs.

    • @nurzhantemirbek6911
      @nurzhantemirbek6911 2 года назад

      Powertrain synergies? Could you please explain?

    • @williamlong2682
      @williamlong2682 2 года назад +3

      @@nurzhantemirbek6911 Powertrain similarities. This shares largely the same 4 cyl-based hybrid systems used in the Highlander and Rav4 Prime. Common components make manufacturing/production costs cheaper.

    • @gurp1116
      @gurp1116 2 года назад

      @@nurzhantemirbek6911 google mf

    • @MrDomestosWC
      @MrDomestosWC Год назад

      The thing is with the new hybrid system, powerful electric motors and bigger batteries the old v6 is not required anymore. It'd be stalling the vehicle with higher gas consumption and weight. In the current hybrid system electric motors are always engaged, even at highway speeds and you never loose the electric power because the engine keeps the battery charged (the new 450h phew is different and after you deploy the battery, you get the power of 350h). I have '18 rx350L with the v6 and while I love the engine for its smoothness, I won't miss it if it saves me 5-6l/100km, that's significant for a long term ownership. I was always against 4-bangers but seeing my dad's car in europe (2.0 tfsi), how quick it is, how smooth and refined the engine is, I don't think you need anything else, unless it's a bigger vehicle with a non-hybrid system (like my current lexus). 4-bangers are not noisy and slow anymore.

    • @mervinprone
      @mervinprone Год назад +1

      It’s disgraceful that they even put this engine in an RX. The sound is ugly and the acceleration is unimpressive. The only decent one is at the very top of the price range and it should be standard across the board.

  • @gc5933
    @gc5933 2 года назад +9

    Yo Thetopher Thats so Nice

  • @banebones6087
    @banebones6087 Год назад +2

    the fog outside matches the inside of the car very pretty very modern

  • @adrianpamintuan7420
    @adrianpamintuan7420 2 года назад +68

    Would’ve liked to see a panoramic glass roof for that price 😅

    • @MariktheWolf
      @MariktheWolf 2 года назад +5

      i think its an option

    • @CuriousGeorge1111
      @CuriousGeorge1111 2 года назад +29

      The panorama roof is an an option. I'm glad, because I don't want one. I believe they add a little noise, and I don't want that, or the expense.

    • @alh06
      @alh06 2 года назад +7

      I’m so grateful that it’s an option and not standard, frankly. They increase noise and are often far too bright despite the tint. Not crazy about mine in my Model 3 Performance.

    • @dyoolan
      @dyoolan 2 года назад +2

      Yea it's an option. I ordered copper crest 350h premium plus with pano roof. Coming in Jan, can't wait

    • @ronaldsohan6507
      @ronaldsohan6507 2 года назад

      Yes, though it comes with the pandemic roof, what a drawback, very disappointed.

  • @cristianmitu592
    @cristianmitu592 Год назад +4

    This car has a starting price in Europe around 75k euros for the lowest trim. I really don't understand why there is such a huge difference between Europe and USA when it comes to cars.

    • @francescoifteni
      @francescoifteni Год назад +1

      In france we only have RX 450H and it starts from 92K. It's crazy it is almost double the price..when you see this you don 't want to buy it anymore..

    • @ΧρήστοςΔενέχεισημασία
      @ΧρήστοςΔενέχεισημασία Год назад +2

      Americans when they announce prices don't include VAT and other taxes in the price, like us Europeans do.

  • @byronoda1258
    @byronoda1258 2 года назад +9

    It looks better in a Dark color 😊

    • @cpg8000
      @cpg8000 8 месяцев назад

      Very true

  • @AozoraUltra2006
    @AozoraUltra2006 2 года назад +6

    I always liked rx’s, but Hondas and mazdas have come up in luxury so this Lexus doesn’t quite cut it interior wise. Exterior looks great, saw one in person and i was gawking

    • @touchmetheclown69
      @touchmetheclown69 2 года назад +1

      Interior looks generic and started

    • @lixiaochen6
      @lixiaochen6 Год назад +1

      I tried all 3, the Lexus interior is still better. There are some details that doesn't convey well in videos.
      I tried Mazda CX-5 signature, Honda CRV Touring (Sport?) and Lexus RX.
      The seat is the biggest difference. Lexus is the only one without a pressure point for me.
      CX-5 actually comes pretty close in many aspects, but it's not as quiet, and the stitching is quite as uniformed.
      CRV is quite a bit more behind, in the feel of plastic and headliners. But it's quiet and drive train is really smooth.
      If you find CX5 and CRV's seats to be comfortable, they are both quite great considering the price. But I really can't compromise on seat comfort and they just don't work for me.

    • @tedlipkin4742
      @tedlipkin4742 Год назад

      Lexus materials are higher quality than Honda and Mazda they have improved not sure if it's comparable yet.

  • @luckgrah5545
    @luckgrah5545 Год назад

    If you own it, you will learn it!! I have the Rx 500h, which is very nice.
    And have a lot of adds on.
    It also park itself

  • @tyalexander9005
    @tyalexander9005 2 года назад +5

    I love the rx.! Great video!!!

  • @jmen8888
    @jmen8888 2 года назад +9

    22 and down with the V6 will be a lot more reliable. Refined, smooth engine, it will last a lot longer.

    • @Nimzo6
      @Nimzo6 2 года назад +5

      The hybrid is inline 4 without turbo. With the extra power from the electric there’s no reason to expect these will not last a long time. 4 cylinder Toyota/Lexus vehicles also last 300k+ miles

    • @jmen8888
      @jmen8888 2 года назад +1

      @Nima S Yes. No turbo the engine should last awhile unless its a newly designed engine. Needs some years in the market to see how reliable they are. I know the pure EV from Toyota / Subaru, the battery is designed to only last 150,000 miles. Hybrids should last 10+ years for batteries since they aren't used as much.

    • @omnimoeish
      @omnimoeish Год назад +2

      Yeah because all those Prius taxi drivers are only getting 500k miles on old hybrid tech.

  • @rforracing
    @rforracing 2 года назад +3

    FINALLY the sound system test is back.

  • @peter300pete
    @peter300pete 2 года назад +2

    Something that almost everybodyyyyyyyyy misses about the ML audio in Lexus. Yes, it sounds really good. But go and sit in the back seat, it sounds really bad. Almost no base. This system is very front heavy in my 2022 NX. It's a shame that such a sound system company doesn't recognize this.

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      You have to balance it. in the summer my SUV. is a music system! lucky g style.

    • @peter300pete
      @peter300pete Год назад

      @luckgrah5545 no the issue is that there is no full range drivers for the rear speakers. From highs and mids, it goes all the way to the subwoofer in the trunk for very low frequency. There is a gap between mids and very lows to be filled by proper woofers or full range drivers in the back.

  • @Juxtaposed1Nmotion
    @Juxtaposed1Nmotion 2 года назад +1

    the infotainment brightness will be syncd to your phones display when using AA or ACP

  • @danielsolstrand
    @danielsolstrand Год назад +3

    Love this car

  • @rightlanehog3151
    @rightlanehog3151 2 года назад +7

    Chris, The Lexus RX is the sensible choice in the luxury CUV market and this 350h has to be the most sensible version of the RX.😁

    • @ARentz07
      @ARentz07 2 года назад +6

      @@naveenthemachine Do you want an actual luxury product?

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 2 года назад +3

      @@matthewalexis Precisely!!

    • @maisondav1d
      @maisondav1d 2 года назад +9

      @@naveenthemachine Seen you on several channels hating on Toyota/Lexus, why bother? If it aint for you thats alright, theres so many cars you can pick from.

    • @chrispnw2547
      @chrispnw2547 2 года назад

      1) No V6 engine option
      2) Honda gets the mix of screen to physical button ration right
      3) RX is faux luxury
      4) Toyota Subscription Services = Greed
      Honda/Acura may be the better choice for 2023

    • @mikes1984
      @mikes1984 2 года назад +3

      @@ARentz07 the highlander is already very nice and luxurious compared to a few years ago. having said that, the RX is definitely a step up

  • @benjaminsmith2287
    @benjaminsmith2287 2 года назад +11

    Excellent review on the car and some of its annoyances. Overall, seems like a great car. Is there a "prime" version? I'm looking forward to the RZ road tests in the USA. Australian journalists are praising its variable steer-by-wire through the Lexus yoke that is way different than what is on Tesla's X and S.

    • @chat2stephen
      @chat2stephen 2 года назад +1

      The yoke steering wheel is unavailable when it goes on sale in June in Oz.

  • @steventan5009
    @steventan5009 6 месяцев назад

    love the new customizable steering buttons are a game changer, customizable like the drive modes can be added, AC controls like fan speed and auto can be added. On the engine department the 500 H F sport is way stronger and provides smooth acceleration, overall a way better RX from previous RX 350 F sport.

  • @RealKevGotEm
    @RealKevGotEm 2 года назад +8

    Mazda is soon going to have a 6 cylinder and Lexus has a 4. 😂

    • @jpizel1070
      @jpizel1070 2 года назад

      I will believe it when I see it. Mazda is all about rumors.

    • @Hydrnaught
      @Hydrnaught 5 месяцев назад +1

      True but the gearboxes are stuffed & they're not cheap to run.
      Mazda blew it, big time.

  • @gettcouped
    @gettcouped 2 года назад +4

    The way you articulated how annoying the steering wheel controls are really resonated about how frustrating something so simple can be. HOPEFULLY, because this is pre-production, you can blind press what you know the key would be and it would work as expected. Maybe with that fix it might actually become a good system. It’s a shame one of those most important ergonomic points has to take away from an otherwise superb vehicle. I know people dislike the buzzing 4 cylinder, but until we go electric this is the world we live in. Also, I’m sure you throw on some music at a normal volume and you won’t hear much of anything. Great review ty.

    • @chimk1n
      @chimk1n 2 года назад +3

      Unfortunately as a 2022 NX owner I can confirm that this is how those capacitive buttons work in practice. My guess is the delay is meant to counteract accidental palm presses, which makes sense in theory but isn't practical. I almost never use the buttons because of how distracting they can be when trying to confirm I pressed the right one correctly twice.

    • @jokwon7343
      @jokwon7343 2 года назад +2

      @@chimk1n wow this actually turned me off completely. i know its nothing but stuff like this really feels magnified during course of ownership and it constantly wears on you. also that screen dimmer doesn't apply to main infotinament screen???? what happesn if its night and i want to turn down the bright screen to listen to music? i have to adjust this manually???? i know its petty stuff but at this price range these things were overlooked completely its no wonder Genesis is eating into its market share. still prefer lexus just wish they'd pay more attention to details lke they used to

    • @lixiaochen6
      @lixiaochen6 Год назад

      From what I learned, it seems like if you don't' get the HUD, you can have actual real buttons.

  • @TheFlexXMLG
    @TheFlexXMLG 11 месяцев назад

    Bro, you can press the "cruise control button" on the wheel, you don't have to use the arrows to turn it on/off.

  • @ag6371
    @ag6371 2 года назад +15

    The growling RX V6 will be missed

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      The Benz, are also doing 4 cy. the Rx. is 4 direct a lot of power.

  • @jettseoldam4160
    @jettseoldam4160 2 года назад +4

    Most importantly what color is that paint? It looks gorgeous

    • @boldBryan
      @boldBryan 2 года назад +1

      Lexus calls it Nightfall Mica. It was available on the previous model as well.

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      Most definitely!!

  • @ericbliss6354
    @ericbliss6354 2 года назад +5

    I am still not feeling that rear quarter chrome, trim piece… Reminds me of a Landau bar from a hearse

  • @tylerxaysana
    @tylerxaysana 2 года назад +9

    Seems amazing but those touch pads on the steering wheel would kill me slowly everyday because I love simple cruise control

    • @k.w5804
      @k.w5804 2 года назад

      Same. I ordered mine with the head up display. Like I don't care about other things, but just keep the cruise control physical..

    • @ARentz07
      @ARentz07 2 года назад

      @@k.w5804 oof

    • @k.w5804
      @k.w5804 2 года назад +1

      @@ARentz07 Yeah. I wanted the nike headlights and HUD. But unfortunately they lumps all other craps into one package that you pay more to actually torture yourself lol.

  • @gevorgghushchyan8080
    @gevorgghushchyan8080 2 года назад +2

    RX my best friend ❤️❤️🇦🇲

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      Oh, one great machine. RX500h 4 direct

  • @Amanda-hh7yt
    @Amanda-hh7yt Год назад +6

    I have watched several videos on the 2023 RX, and I rode in a 2023 RX a couple of weeks ago. I love the looks of it, and it rides great. My main complaint is the loss of the luxurious wood that my 2022 RX350L luxury has. I LOVE my slick beautiful wood steering wheel! The 2023 has only partial wood on the steering wheel, and all I’ve seen is open pore wood that looks much cheaper. I hope they bring back a bit more luxury in the interior, especially the wood, before I buy another. Everything these days is about tech, and I’m afraid we are losing the beauty in favor of contemporary convenience.

    • @lixiaochen6
      @lixiaochen6 Год назад +3

      Talking about losing luxury items to tech and convenience: the steering wheel only has partial wood because it’s now heated on the outside and it’s very difficult to do it with wood that way.

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      They make a lot of changes, just like the rest of dealers, this Rx500h have a lot of stuff, that i have not use.
      It is just an amazing machine, i take to South Carolina, a few times and people just taking pictures.
      It also have like an engine brake, next month will be one year, all i have is 7000, and my 2017 Rx 350F
      I sold it last year, just 26000, i did not sell Lexus, caravan get my $$$$s!

  • @ibitaRaptor
    @ibitaRaptor Год назад

    After some research, I found the trim models with a none hud display trim has a normal cruise control buttons.

  • @bradcolby3624
    @bradcolby3624 2 года назад +10

    Absolutely HATE the e-CVT..bought the 2022 V6 in June to avoid these 4 cylinder engines..great honest review 👍👍.
    Update I ended up buying the 2024 RX 350 Premium Plus with 21 in wheels. Absolutely love it. Not as loud as the eCVT. MSRP 61k..got for 52k with trade in

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 2 года назад

      My wife was gonna go with the 2022 as well, but wanted a smaller SUV to replace her RX. She decided to go with the 23 NX hybrid.

    • @Nimzo6
      @Nimzo6 2 года назад +2

      With the hybrid it’s not really a CVT, even though they call it that

    • @jml9550
      @jml9550 2 года назад +1

      @@Nimzo6 yeah I just realized that this new RX and HX hybrids are not really CVT, it is more planetary gear.

    • @bradcolby3624
      @bradcolby3624 2 года назад

      @@Nimzo6 is it the e-CVT transmission?.

  • @Sossaup
    @Sossaup 2 года назад

    I was ready for this review

  • @lane5686
    @lane5686 2 года назад +27

    Lexus really dropped their bulletproof V6 for a 4-liter cylinder that turbocharges. I’ll sit out on this and get an older model. Nothing else is really different except for infotainment system and doorknobs. Space is pretty much identical. The RX still falls behind its competitors in this segment (i.e., Acura MDX, Genesis GV80, Mercedes GLE, BMW X5).

    • @Baebon6259
      @Baebon6259 2 года назад +3

      yup. The answer for gas efficiency is slapping a turbo on.

    • @ARentz07
      @ARentz07 2 года назад +12

      @@naveenthemachine No one laughed because no one heard you.

    • @lane5686
      @lane5686 2 года назад +1

      @@Baebon6259 On God bro, they are setting their vehicle up for failure with turbo charging their vehicle. The whole plug in hybrid thing will be a mess in winter time too. No more “Lexus makes reliable cars”

    • @lane5686
      @lane5686 2 года назад +4

      @@naveenthemachine Literally no one liked the specs when it was released

    • @PPaul03
      @PPaul03 2 года назад

      Don worry they will drop v8 and v6 pretty soon around 2025.

  • @johnrichards3666
    @johnrichards3666 2 года назад +1

    I can't believe I'm saying this but I wish they'd kept the cow-catcher grill and old interior. I could sense your frustration. Great review, as usual.

  • @iproapple7494
    @iproapple7494 Год назад +1

    Very much surprised that to hear a road noise and tyre noise inside the cabin at this price point man. Oh Boy!

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      most noise you will here, are in the sport mode. and it sound very good, ECO is very quiet

  • @zaranski1889
    @zaranski1889 Год назад +4

    I love that huge screen

  • @md8744
    @md8744 2 года назад +2

    Damn. Sound system is great much better than my bmw x5 2019 though I am about switch to this one because bmw x5 don't have reclining back seat that helps my kids rest for long trip

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      Wow! if i love my mark Livingston!

  • @dsigner
    @dsigner 4 месяца назад

    that button, that you said annoying, that needs to hover your finger long enough, is to avoid accidental touch.

  • @jfish9014
    @jfish9014 2 года назад +16

    I don’t hate it, but something just bugs me about the front end where the hood meets the grill…

    • @SuperEtab
      @SuperEtab 2 года назад +3

      Something is off I agree. Although I saw a new one beside the previous gen on the lot the other day, and this much cleaner.

    • @yournightmare9999
      @yournightmare9999 2 года назад +4

      Front end looks like a honda Civic si

    • @jfish9014
      @jfish9014 2 года назад

      @@yournightmare9999 now I can’t unsee it

  • @kHoPhAe
    @kHoPhAe Год назад +1

    I don't understand your criticism of the temperature knobs. How specific do you want them to be? It says it RIGHT THERE on the display and what's with with the quotes when mentioning knobs???
    This is a good review but I feel like you unnecessarily fluff it up with metrics that don't make sense and I'm a BMW guy.

  • @marianbanicioiu7841
    @marianbanicioiu7841 2 года назад +3

    The same RX is 30-40% more expensive in the EU =)

  • @TravelBreakthrough
    @TravelBreakthrough Год назад +3

    I can’t believe when I test drive this Lexus it was slow and had a 4 cylinder engine for over 60k

  • @blu_is500
    @blu_is500 2 года назад +6

    When I first saw the new grill design, I was like...yeesh...they've made it worse than the previous year. Haven't seen it in person yet, but from different videos, it's definitely grown on me. Moral of the story, just trust Lexus/Toyota...they know what they're doing! 😜 Two more things, thank you for using the same songs to test the audio. It allows us, without the benefit of being in the cars ourselves, to hear quality differences. Lastly, I bought those songs before I picked up my IS 500 Premium so I could test the audio myself. It sounds great in your video, but I'm happy to say the ML system is even better in person. Nice review, well done.

    • @tedlipkin4742
      @tedlipkin4742 Год назад

      ML system gets better after the cones break in.

  • @kc00678
    @kc00678 6 месяцев назад +1

    Great improvements overall except: the droning, wheezing i4 turbo engine, and the ridiculous price tag for what you get (or lack thereof). Debated heavily over this and the new mdx, and went with the latter. I almost wish they'd combine the two + add the older v6 toyota hybrid engine = beautiful monster of a chimera vehicle 😂😂😂

  • @Jimmy-gd5ho
    @Jimmy-gd5ho 2 года назад +1

    What model RX has the camera veiwing the passengers that only lexus has access to?? Maybe that's the 450, cause that model is 100% a no go.

  • @oghenetegaisrael2889
    @oghenetegaisrael2889 Год назад

    Many thanks 🎉

  • @tiankass2193
    @tiankass2193 2 года назад +1

    Looks great

  • @imvn75
    @imvn75 2 года назад +2

    If it has CVT, stay away from it. My 2018 CHR with 120k miles just had its CVT transmission busted. Toyota dealership wants $9000 to replace it. Very disappointed with Toyota/Lexus for switching to CVT without supporting their customers like me.

  • @aliasgerseyideliyev3681
    @aliasgerseyideliyev3681 2 года назад

    This is awesome 👌

  • @guledaden2508
    @guledaden2508 2 года назад

    Bro a GS f pov would be a good idea too bro

  • @appleseedmvp
    @appleseedmvp 2 года назад +1

    The side and rear seat are exactly the same as the old. The dashboard space is similar to the old one too that's why you got that odd empty space behind the monitor. I would say they re-used the basic structure of the old RX and replace everything from the NX and Prius. So technically it is not a redesign except the new platform. Car designers are pretty lazy nowadays.

  • @EdA-bz3bu
    @EdA-bz3bu 2 года назад +1

    “Bottom fore play” you said “bottom foreplay”. 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣
    Keep up the great work bud.

  • @banstaman
    @banstaman 2 года назад

    The new startup chime seems to end so abruptly.

  • @mattstephenson4345
    @mattstephenson4345 2 года назад

    Waiting for mine, put in deposit months ago.

  • @alengreen589
    @alengreen589 2 года назад +2

    yep i like it 👍

  • @hamidrezazahedi9205
    @hamidrezazahedi9205 2 года назад

    Great review, thanks! Topher, what is your choice between Acura MDX 2023 A-spec vs this Lexus?

    • @mysteroussillymoment
      @mysteroussillymoment Год назад +2

      I would get mdx a spec drives better and the seats are super comfortable and has great visibility

  • @gns942
    @gns942 2 года назад +1

    Bring back the stalk style cruise control, people hate it, but it's an intuitive, ingenious (and more expensive) way to implement cruise control.

    • @andyburnett8012
      @andyburnett8012 Год назад

      The stalk control is so easy to use, it's quick and you don't have to look down to change settings, the new rx cruise control system has put me off buying it.

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      I drove buses, never use CC. only once i use it in my 2017 RX. very easy change, plus if you already own a RX?

  • @joezheng1988
    @joezheng1988 2 года назад +1

    11:47 massive plastic jellyfish. Lmao

  • @K5HEV
    @K5HEV 2 года назад +4

    ❤ Lexus

  • @winstondeocampo699
    @winstondeocampo699 2 года назад +2

    Nice tech but sometimes it’s too much distraction for the driver specially in the city in heavy traffic. That rough engine noise too is loud for a Lexus.

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      Oh no, at times it is on the EV mode, if you really need noise go to the sport, going down the turnpike!

  • @ilyaberler5543
    @ilyaberler5543 9 месяцев назад

    How’s the RX350h compared to ES300h in terms of road noise and overall comfort?

    • @davidwhite2012
      @davidwhite2012 7 месяцев назад

      We have one of each. Rx is louder. Both are comfortable, but the luxury trim on our RX more so

  • @Smokedship
    @Smokedship Год назад +1

    I still can’t understand why there’s this epidemic among car makers to get rid of physical buttons and why no safety regulators are doing anything about it…

    • @james-ep9kh
      @james-ep9kh Год назад

      In all the car companies, Tesla is the most proactive in eliminating physical buttons.

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      Well RX 500h have temperature nobs + the radio!

  • @sly9263
    @sly9263 2 года назад

    Is the steering wheel still heated only on the sides (9 and 3 oclock area) or is it all around? The leather wrapping around the whole wheel gives hope that it might be completely heated, when historically there was that wood trim around the majority of the wheel that was not heated.

  • @Entropied
    @Entropied 2 года назад +1

    Topher Honda civic sport touring or Honda accord sport hybrid or sport 2.0T?

    • @faeinthebay
      @faeinthebay 2 года назад

      The Accord is getting replaced next year, but it's pretty fast. The Civic is "decently fast" but has all the features (Bose audio, leather, wireless CarPlay, etc.). So I'd get a new Civic Touring for the features, and a used Accord 2.0t for the performance.

    • @jpizel1070
      @jpizel1070 2 года назад

      Used Accord 2.0T for sure.

  • @danmurphy1994
    @danmurphy1994 2 года назад +2

    The exterior design is nuts

  • @mr.tuckers2848
    @mr.tuckers2848 2 года назад +1

    Hi @thetopher is there any difference between the 14 speaker and 21 speaker system? I’ve been waiting on a 500h but if I’m already paying that much for a car, I didn’t want to miss out on a sound system that may be slightly better than the other.
    Are they body Mark Levinson except with less speakers on one vs. the other? Thanks!

    • @lixiaochen6
      @lixiaochen6 Год назад +1

      The base is a 12 speaker, not 14. The base is not bad but the ML is appreciatively better than the base, even for non-audiophiles. If you're paying for 500h I think you should opt for the upgrade. They have availability issues with ML due to component shortages though.

  • @lisag9962
    @lisag9962 2 года назад

    15%mark up in Orlando

  • @bradhaughton6698
    @bradhaughton6698 2 года назад

    This has a CVT transmission I thought they have a regular automatic unless it's only for the gas models which would make sense.

  • @TheDoltonboy
    @TheDoltonboy 2 года назад +2

    Can you disable the driver assist warnings?

  • @mryong4021
    @mryong4021 2 года назад

    Yo Topher, it’s always so relaxing watching your video hearing your soothing voice 😂😂. In terms of comfort & drive quality (acceleration/smoothness/reduction of jolting), how does it compares to BMW IX 40s? Would love to hear your opinion ❤

  • @ImAsiaGirl
    @ImAsiaGirl 2 года назад

    I love this car😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @billyrock8305
    @billyrock8305 2 года назад +2

    Let’s pray the new RDX gets a hybrid. They won’t screwup the controls like this.
    🙏🏼
    7/10 folks ✅

  • @nkyryry
    @nkyryry 2 года назад +39

    Lexus seriously needs to STOP doing touch pads & buttons. The only thing in the car that should be touch is the infotainment screen. Nothing else. I think they know it’s dumb and customers don’t like it. I think they just have to try to justify the price.

    • @kipelton1878
      @kipelton1878 2 года назад +2

      Yep, exactly!

    • @RealKevGotEm
      @RealKevGotEm 2 года назад +2

      Mazda does it too it’s a pain

    • @faeinthebay
      @faeinthebay 2 года назад +1

      I think this is an old Toyota thing, some Priuses do this as well. Definitely confusing.

    • @Nabilllllll
      @Nabilllllll 2 года назад +7

      @@naveenthemachine Lmao, stop doing crack bud. Lexus is the 3rd largest luxury carmaker in the us in 2021. Ain’t no way lexus is loosing customers to acura and genesis.

    • @lukeedwards775
      @lukeedwards775 2 года назад +2

      This car has no touch pad.

  • @hamham9499
    @hamham9499 2 года назад

    does it need premium gas? any thigh extender?

  • @whatitisnt.
    @whatitisnt. Год назад +2

    That sound insulation test was insane Acura should take notes

  • @scottbrawley407
    @scottbrawley407 2 года назад +2

    2023 Lexus RX350h Hybrid Luxury AWD!

    • @ARentz07
      @ARentz07 2 года назад +1

      Correct...

  • @jr5887
    @jr5887 2 года назад

    Do you need premium gas for this rx350 hybrid?

  • @homeincanada
    @homeincanada 2 года назад

    Great video and great review! I like the new RX350 design except for the front grill. I like Nissan Ariya as well, which one is better for driving?

    • @lixiaochen6
      @lixiaochen6 Год назад +1

      I don't like it either but it's less intrusive in person (due to tilting downwards instead of outwards due to view angles). A darker color also hides it better. I didn't test drive the Ariya.

  • @dripthandodripthandodrip7156
    @dripthandodripthandodrip7156 2 года назад

    I liked the video its was nice

  • @marlonmalave7098
    @marlonmalave7098 2 года назад +2

    this car has a better grill than the previous gen Lexus’

  • @HobbesWiilTakeGoodCareOfYou
    @HobbesWiilTakeGoodCareOfYou 2 года назад +6

    Honestly, and this is my own opinion, if a car doesn't have over 300HP in this day and age, it is severely underpowered. This new Lexus is a prime example.

    • @YachtsOnTheReg7
      @YachtsOnTheReg7 2 года назад +6

      People who choose the 350h are more concerned with efficiency than power. People who want power will get the 450h or 500h

    • @rasundesilva6088
      @rasundesilva6088 2 года назад +7

      That is a very naive statement

    • @UhOhUmm
      @UhOhUmm Год назад +3

      Insane American opinion properly represented.

    • @Quintaline
      @Quintaline Год назад

      ​@@YachtsOnTheReg7 IF I drive 100km everyday. How much can I spend on gas a year?

  • @gullible119
    @gullible119 2 года назад +4

    Heated and VENTILATED seats in the back? Tell me one car that has ventilated backs except this, ill wait.

    • @gullible119
      @gullible119 2 года назад +2

      @@naveenthemachine ok u won bro

    • @Jagularr
      @Jagularr 2 года назад +1

      Narrator: he didn’t have to wait very long

    • @Jynatech
      @Jynatech 2 года назад

      @@naveenthemachine bust those cars are lame jeep Kia and Hyundai suck Toyota and maybe Lincoln are exceptions

    • @PPaul03
      @PPaul03 2 года назад

      Only on Luxury package

  • @Mark-de4hj
    @Mark-de4hj Год назад +1

    Nice review! I'm not a big fan of complications where they need not be, but the steering controls make a lot of sense being the way they are. Otherwise, every time your hands brush against them, they would unintentionally change or disable your settings. Plus, the head-up display can be totally turned off so kinda lost on why all this complaining?

  • @abdullaha4205
    @abdullaha4205 2 года назад

    I'm going to wait for the new 2024 model, I think they're going to reconsider the engine going down to 4 cylinders and will go back to 6 cylinders again.

    • @luckgrah5545
      @luckgrah5545 Год назад

      more horse power, from the Rx 500h 4D! on the clock 130.

  • @gigglebox9999
    @gigglebox9999 2 года назад

    What color is the interior trim? Thanks

  • @bensonwu1238
    @bensonwu1238 2 года назад +3

    The 2023 Lexus RX shares the same interior with the 2022 Lexus NX?

    • @ARentz07
      @ARentz07 2 года назад +5

      No, it has some elements from the NX but has its own layout and materials.