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re: Thoughts on Lexus rx350?

Posted on 9/9/24 at 8:50 am to
Posted by biglego
San Francisco
Member since Nov 2007
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Posted on 9/9/24 at 8:50 am to
Might as well just get a minivan
Posted by Will Cover
Davidson, NC
Member since Mar 2007
39907 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 9:13 am to
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cassette decks up to 09.


You're absolutely correct on that one!
Posted by jizzle6609
Houston
Member since Jul 2009
17628 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 9:37 am to
Will last as long as you need it.

If you are on smooth roads this is a great vehicle choice. Its also fantastic for traveling if its just you and the spouse. Will last as long as you like it.

Its fine for kids just not for long rides.

The GX is more comfortable and really affordable if you buy used.

Toyota is the best carmaker in the business. You will not go wrong with any Lexus you choose and youll be overly satisfied with your maintenance.
Posted by AbitaFan08
Boston, MA
Member since Apr 2008
27902 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 9:40 am to
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Toyota is the best carmaker in the business. You will not go wrong with any Lexus you choose and youll be overly satisfied with your maintenance.


I don’t disagree with anything you said. But god are they boring to drive. I’ve had two Lexus cars in my life and never again, simply because they drive like boats.
Posted by jizzle6609
Houston
Member since Jul 2009
17628 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 9:41 am to
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I don’t disagree with anything you said. But god are they boring to drive. I’ve had two Lexus cars in my life and never again, simply because they drive like boats.


Haha, if you want the car to do magic tricks Lexus is not for you, I will agree.

Its pretty plain but I love the GX. I actually bought it because I like the simplicity and the beating I know that vehicle can take over 15 years.
Posted by Napoleon
Kenna
Member since Dec 2007
73222 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 10:05 am to
I just got an 08 and I listed to my Spotify with a Bluetooth cassette adapter. I haven't had a cassette player since the 90s.
Posted by clamdip
Rocky Mountain High
Member since Sep 2004
20594 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 10:23 am to
We have a 2011 RX 350 that my teenage son drives. I drive it a lot too. We love it.
Posted by tadman
Member since Jun 2020
5177 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 10:29 am to
Probably very well built like most Toyotas and will last forever, but have to ask, why not the Highlander or Camry on which it is based? It's the same thing. The prestige of the (L) badge can't be worth that much when there is little changes other than the sheet metal which is ugly.

Higlander is way better looking in my book.

Posted by blueridgeTiger
Granbury, TX
Member since Jun 2004
22041 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 10:30 am to
My wife has a 2017 with about 50k miles. Bought it at Sewell Lexis of Fort Worth. We have never experienced a problem with it and Sewell keeps it well maintained. The first two years all servicing was free, and now service charges are very reasonable.
Posted by TIGERHOLD
Orleans Parish
Member since Mar 2022
1182 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 10:57 am to
I have a 2021 rx350 with 75000 miles.

It has used regular gas from day one with no problems. The engine is the same 2GR-FKS found in the Tacoma, Highlander, sienna, etc. does not need 93 octane.

It’s a nice car and is quiet, but the transmission programming is atrocious. I have never seen so much gear hunting. V6 has zero low end torque but transmission tries to keep it at 1000 rpms
Posted by Tigerpaw123
Louisiana
Member since Mar 2007
17758 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 11:55 am to
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You can quibble about whether they “require” it, but they certainly recommend premium gas. I’m pretty sure every Lexus does


This is incorrect
Posted by 632627
LA
Member since Dec 2011
14674 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 12:36 pm to
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I like the change of the grill but it’s so close in price to the new TX which is bigger. Seems like a better bang for your buck


100% this.

The RX is perfect for grandparents that might occasionally drive around one or 2 grandkids.

For any family with 2 or more kids, the TX is significantly larger, not much more expensive and ultimately a better value.
Posted by jizzle6609
Houston
Member since Jul 2009
17628 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 1:11 pm to
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Higlander is way better looking in my book.


2024 Venza looks great as well.

Toyota's entire lineup right now is really top notch.
Posted by billjamin
Houston
Member since Jun 2019
16693 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 1:28 pm to
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Reminds me of a Landcruiser.

GX's have always been LC adjacent. They used to be Prado's for the US, now they're just nicer 3rd row optional version of the LC.

Also, they're way overkill for anyone who thinks an RX will be sufficient. The GX is a legit offroader.
Posted by soccerfüt
Location: A Series of Tubes
Member since May 2013
72841 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 2:32 pm to
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Service at Lexus dealerships is unparalleled. Drive up, get a loaner - no questions asked. Bring the loaner back at your convenience.
Pro Lexus of Metairie Hypothetical Tip:

For weekend trips (Thursday pm to Monday) out of MSY you could schedule your maintenance for a Friday, bring your vehicle in on a Thursday, have them drop you at the airport and then call them on Monday when you get back in town to come pick you up at Arrivals at MSY.

Not that I would ever abuse the relationship that way....

Posted by Y.A. Tittle
Member since Sep 2003
109711 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 2:35 pm to
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Pro Lexus of Metairie Hypothetical Tip:

For weekend trips (Thursday pm to Monday) out of MSY you could schedule your maintenance for a Friday, bring your vehicle in on a Thursday, have them drop you at the airport and then call them on Monday when you get back in town to come pick you up at Arrivals at MSY.

Not that I would ever abuse the relationship that way....



Seems less of a hassle for THEM than giving you a loaner vehicle or shuttling you all the way to the CBD and back, which are two things they will generally offer to do as a matter of course.
Posted by soccerfüt
Location: A Series of Tubes
Member since May 2013
72841 posts
Posted on 9/9/24 at 4:17 pm to
It is and you (hypothetically) get dropped off at the departure gate and picked up there as well.

Plus paying nada for parking.
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