2023 Lexus RX 500h PERFORMANCE: Not your Grandma’s Lexus RX!

MotoMan drives the first ever go fast @lexus RX - the all new 2023 Lexus RX 500h F Sport PERFORMANCE. Following up from the Lexus RX 500h TECH REVIEW, he gets behind the wheel and learns that the combination of a real, geared transmission and the all new Hybrid system from the Toyota Tundra - similar to the one in the Mercedes E53 series - changes the Lexus RX in many unexpected ways.
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[@sushioppa1]

You can program driving mode to the 4 way buttons on steering wheel..once you do it’s just one touch to toggle from sport,normal,eco,and custom..most people don’t know that there is customizable 8 buttons on your steering wheel 4 on left and four on right…hopefully this helps..^^

[@djcoronel]

this was a very well done review compared to the some of the others out there. much more information given and quite rich summation of the driving experience. thanks!

[@MotoManTV]

My pleasure!

[@Peter-rq4xn]

Saturday’s and a new Motoman video! Nice way to start a weekend. Wishing you all the best with the new processors. It’ll be great.

[@wileyredding6529]

A very good impartial analysis. Thanks!

[@michaelvella8511]

I like your unbiased reviews😄

[@Aikynbreusov]

I like this guy..he always talks about powertrain technology......

[@markusdascher4181]

I just bought a RX 450h. I wanted a V 6 Hybrid without a turbo.

[@HellzHonour]

I saw this exact spec and colour on the 401 highway in Canada under camouflage last month. Instantly knew it was the new RX!

[@mecolgan]

Just bought the sport version, my first Lexus - amazing! Previously drove two Cadillac XT5s. This Lexus is an obvious notch up!

[@clickynote]

Pricing, if you’re correct, will be the problem. They will still sell some, but only to the Lexus loyalists or those with long-term reliability high on their priority list. If they can keep pricing below $70k, I think it’s a winner.

[@MotoManTV]

Bingo

[@MrBlakman1988]

I tell you this gentleman is very very underrated

[@matthewalexis]

500h starts at 62k after destination

[@michaelmikhail2854]

My wife bought one today for 68 k. US dollars for 500h Fsport

[@user-pj5ju9sm5r]

@@michaelmikhail2854 hit me up in the future when your wife decides to sell it.

[@IceDree]

3:25 hahahahaha Congrats on the new computer and good luck with future editing! Hope it goes well

[@MotoManTV]

Soooo . . . truth be told, Supra 6MT was really the first one to be cut on Apple Silicon. This episode was shot first but put later into post.

[@garyclark6747]

You’ll love Final Cut Pro on a M1 or M2. Take a class with Apple to jump start yourself as needed. I learned it on my own but feel I’m leaving features unused on the table. Which color do you like best. I agree with the PHEV on this one but with double the horse power on the rear motor. At 80K the iX is tool close and so much better place to cruise.

[@MotoManTV]

Did an M1 MacBook Pro as a first step.

[@Luminary2024]

That looks stunning! Didn’t like the last rx, but this one looks damn good. The lower trim levels are much better priced and I think will be the better sellers.

[@johnlindsay3820]

Agree on the colour and trim. The 500 with black or red interior only! Crazy.

[@wesleywalls7582]

The church analogy was hilarious! 😂

[@air-headedaviator1805]

Adding a more desirable F sport Performance trim is a good idea for uplifting the RX model. That said performance wise to cost in the 500h would’ve made a great *baseline* vs aspirational. Like…a RAV4 hybrid takes this off the line…for whats in it I feel like there was definitely room to go further, but thats just a numbers thing.

[@kidspalacetoys]

At least he is not like other bloggers that have only Sugar quoted Review ...

[@swiper1818]

All the best with your transition to new processors!

[@MotoManTV]

Thank you!

[@caroad2008]

With words like sports or performance and rx in the same sentence seems unbelievable.

[@verismrip]

I want to try this engine/powertrain in the Crown 👀

[@lovermeindustries]

Did I miss the MPG for this 4 cylinder hybrid?

[@user-yb1eq9tl6u]

NICE CAR

[@mars353]

Great review. It makes me wonder whether Toyota is building the driving dynamics of this car into its new top of the line Crown at a cheaper price point.

[@MotoManTV]

Yes and no. More to come on October 26.

[@patchesohoulihan9826]

I don't fit Lexus's demographic for this vehicle. Bought mine last month and absolutely love it and went with the Copper Crest and different wheels. Every option but the Levnson sound system. List was just under 73k and that includes the transportation fee. Single 47, kid at home and work in infrastructure. When at the dealership looking at it and a GX460. Went to look at GX460 and somehow came home with the RX. Just wish they offered the blue for the RX500H F-sport in the US. It's available in Canada though and love it in that color.

[@petergazarek9466]

NICE RX ❤

[@fbp452]

Unfortunately there will be no PHEV performance version in the future. But there will be a full EV version of this RX in 2-4 years if the markets in Europe and Asia are accommodating. Wheelbase is the exact same as BZ4X/RZ. As for pricing on the 500h fully loaded model, I think it will be around 75-77k. It has standard leather, not the semi-aniline leather. And the limited exterior/interior colors help to keep costs down.

[@Jrbettis]

Does, "Hey Lexus change drive mode." work? 2001 Lexus RX 300 Monroney Sticker was $40K twenty years later...

[@aurorajones8481]

4:25 MotoMan take a second look at the suspension. They altered the geometry of the shocks to naturally pick up the nose and dive purely by changing how they sit. I thought that was amazing. Im surprised you missed that nugget. Its your thing. ;)

[@MotoManTV]

Covered it in drive dynamics. Pointed out how squat is reduced in this model over the others. Spoke to one of the engineers and learned is not just the suspension that does it.

[@leeraymer166]

Was waiting for your review to hit on this new F Sport Performance RX 500h. My wife owned the previous generation RX 350 and we liked it fine, but got tired of waiting for Lexus to finally bring out the new version, so she got an Audi Q5 Sportback. Now I don’t think she’ll go back to Lexus anytime soon. The suspension alone on the Audi is leaps and bounds better than in the F Sport Performance version even with adaptive dampers. I am curious what the pricing will be. As to the copper color…I’m not a fan. The white with everything blacked out along with the rioja red interior really looks sharp though.

[@MotoManTV]

Yes, the Audi definitely demonstrates better drive dynamics, however the reason most people do the Lexus and trade down on dynamic is long term reliability. Of all the people that I know who have had or currently have an Audi, zero are without sizable issues.

[@leeraymer166]

@@MotoManTV Not to worry MM. We paid cash for it and got every warranty available and I found a great and honest German mechanic that specializes in Audis’ when the warranty runs out. I do love Lexus reliability, build quality and the service experience at the Lexus dealerships is second to none.

[@zoner__]

@@MotoManTV My wife is the type who doesn't even want to test drive before buying. She leaves it to me and says her criteria is reliability. I said Lexus it is! We almost hit your solution with a 991 and a NX350

[@patchesohoulihan9826]

​@@leeraymer166 What was the cost with all the extra warranties and others?

[@mikeogden5256]

Welcome 🤗

[@Toyota4Life]

I believe this is the most advanced Japanese SUV has ever got

[@aurorajones8481]

8:46 🤣 OMG what terrible placement of the Trash sign 😂 If i were Lexus id have fired who ever stacked those cars there.

[@aurorajones8481]

Trump: Your fired...

[@aurorajones8481]

👉

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

The PHEV version that's coming out is said to be just as expensive as the BMW X5 45e, which would be a mistake for Lexus, as the BMW is a far better vehicle.

[@ripleyp2002]

65-70, maybe 80 is a hard no, too many more enticing options

[@flyjym2276]

2022 BMW X5 and Mercedes gle 450 both with 6 cylinders start around 70k

[@Toyota4Life]

This won’t be 80k lexus has a great time pricing excellent products under their Competition and what you’re getting here is an extremely advanced product this offer is much more than some of the German competition we just get a turbo charged engine

[@avery4528]

If I was a rich grandparent I would shop Macan if I'm stepping up to 70-80k! Funny how that front end is now a trend for front wheel drive vehicles. You see it, exactly the same, with the Civic and and the GTI.

[@beansy99]

Reliability is an issue. I was considering the new gts but research has put me off it. I want a car to keep beyond its warranty. Macan is a risky proposition from my research.

[@patchesohoulihan9826]

Drove a Macan, GLE450 and an MDX. Went with the Lexus as way to many issues with the Macan and the GLE with similar options is 86k. Wasn't a huge fans of Acura before, liked it but the Lexus was the best for me.

[@ronnymb67]

It's amusing that we just spew out Lincoln Mark IV curb weights - and then some - nowadays like nothing. Especially when it's a vehicle that can park on the hood of the Lincoln. I know people will cite Lexus reliability but if I wanted a little baby buggy I would more than likely get a GV70 Sport Prestige over this.

[@realchimera99]

For similar price tag, is this RX model better than Mercedes GLE or entry level BMW X5?

[@naveenthemachine]

No. Ask yourself this Is a dressed up rav4/Camry better than a bespoke x5 GLE gv80 MDX?

[@air-headedaviator1805]

In my experience the phrase goes “if it ain’t broke, brake it anyway.”

[@noahi23]

Possibly $80k and we can’t have real exhaust tips? Also - agree that it needs more interior trim/color options. A saddle brown interior with that Ultrasonic Blue 🤌🏻🤌🏻🤌🏻

[@bac3phi]

The best part is no part.

[@patchesohoulihan9826]

I went with the copper crest as in the video but they only offer the blue on RX500H F-sport in Canada. Otherwise I would of went with the blue.

[@csguak]

Problem is the price, because now this is reaching EV price, which this car can't even hope to beat the performance other than a full tank driving range...

[@raispang6258]

If drive-away costs 80 grand, that will be a really tough sell...no matter how good it is, in my opinion.

[@minmaxVD]

Always wanted them to make a flagship trim that no one will buy like a V8 RX lol but this is close enough i guess.

[@emekaiheanacho274]

MDX type s which is slower than this is pushing 75 without taxes

[@freddreger1393]

Agreed. I love Lexus but I’m not gonna pay $80 grand for one. I had to swallow hard to pay $58,300 for my 2022 RX. Anything over about $60 and I’m out 🤷‍♂️

[@michaelmikhail2854]

The price is 68 k (500 H Fsport)

[@patchesohoulihan9826]

​@Michael Mikhail Sticker with options for mine was 72k, and that is basically every option available. Different wheels on mine but the same color as the one in the video. Some dealers are getting over list for them and luckily I didn't get hit with any markups. Even paying cash didn't get me any markup and other dealers wanted to hit me with a 1000-1800 dollar fee for not financing.

[@stevewise1656]

They just can't get their infotainment systems straight. You shouldn't have to take your eyes off the road and get into a screen menu to change the drive mode.

[@MichaelFrancis222]

I like that buy a used 991 and a used nx that would work for me.

[@tinhinnh]

“Fast” is subjective. It may not be fast to you but it would be fast to some people

[@awakenotwoke7949]

80K for a 4cyl engine? I don't think so

[@Fee.1]

Ni-Mh in 2022 who’d have that. Just give it a remote control and we are set.

[@normt430]

Compared to the Midsize Premium SUV segment, Lexus owners are more often women, are older, and enjoy a lower median annual household income. J.D. Power data shows that 42% of Lexus RX owners are female (vs. 38% for the segment), that their median age is 65 (vs. 58 for the segment), and that their median annual household income is $155,303 (vs. $184,248 for the segment).

[@patchesohoulihan9826]

New RX'S are being pushed to males/females in their mid 40s to 50s. Most likely will see the demographic you listed going for ESs and an NX over the RX. But you seem to post Lexus hate on every video I have watched about them.

[@ebglock]

Well the made in Canada is a deal breaker. I’ll keep my RX450h

[@Jdnicks00]

I prefer the V6 hybrid.

[@Aikynbreusov]

I hope Lexus put the 6 cylinder turbo from the LS500 into this brand new RX....

[@naveenthemachine]

If you want an RX with a turbo v6 it’s called the genesis gv80

[@dt538]

I wonder is RX for luxury driving or racing?

[@little123456788]

$70k for a 4 cylinder?? No thanks!

[@Jimmy-ph8xn]

It may not be my Grandma’s RX but it will sure be my cousin’s. Interior is still dated AF. Snubbing the nose of the hood is a minor improvement. Color is elevating it artificially.

[@galaxyyoung9672]

Yes Sir, Plug in with 100 miles pure EV range .

[@jareknowak8712]

...still waiting for the new RC.

[@joemikey278]

Fwd gas, and PHEV come from Japan, NOT Canada

[@mirkokorizma8863]

nice car but lacks 24 inch display and charcoal BBQ pit in the trunk.

[@BlackBirdieGolf]

no way in hell they can charge 80k for the rx. you looking at base gx prices.

[@MichaelFrancis222]

Why not AMD?

[@MotoManTV]

Been a Mac guy all my life and as such, carried that through went setting up post production for this business.

[@drivingimmersion6473]

Don't ask the price of a Lexus if Jeep can sell a $130,000 Grand Wagoneer. Really.

[@danielirjones1678]

$80k for Lexus !!! No thank you , rather get the Porsche

[@aurorajones8481]

7:00 BOOOOO i hate these types of doors. Make all your touch points feel good. This does not.

[@billyrock8305]

Collosal waste of money. Never spend more than 1/10th of your annual income on a transportation device. ( If you’re absolutely forced to buy one).

[@joseduranjr4963]

It looks tiny, cramped inside and for the price I’ll take the Buick Envision turbo AWD

[@theexpert1825]

Intel is not stone age.

[@Arid379]

$80 grand for this pof! After it breaks

[@Eddie-yc5yd]

Keep them. Too boy racer and expensive for me. I will keep my 2013 Lexus Rx 350.

[@Aikynbreusov]

Wow......$80,000????? That's way too expensive..... no wonder people are sticking to their old cars....even the gas turbo 4 cylinder engine is already nearly $50,000????? Too expensive...... that's $1000 a month just for the low trim.... $80,000 for the RX500h would be $1500 a month.... who can afford that???? RX is built for the medium income class and now the class is priced out...

[@MotoManTV]

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[@waheedali2429]

This car for wealthy people not for broke dudes

[@Aikynbreusov]

@@waheedali2429 its $125k per year the new "broke dudes".... what about $350k per year still consider " broke".... if so then our USA is in a deep, deep, deep trouble....my mother still drives her 1995 Lexus LS400 because the new Lexus cars are just too expensive......and she's not broke....

[@artureff3046]

4 cyl. cannot be comfortable for vibrations and sound coming from the engine, no 6 no deal.....

[@Fee.1]

So you’ve been using a Mac for 13 years? And you switched to a M1 Mac? The mini? Yikes man how’s that working for you? They’re amazing daily drivers but I’d rather use a hackintosh or windows pc than a m1 for editing, at least until they have a pro model with a dedicated GPU. I suppose if you’re only doing light editing it’s no problem but if you ever start really churning out content you’ll need an upgrade

[@avery4528]

It's pretty well integrated. Can't get a Laptop that is faster with Final Cut Pro than a MacBook Pro and if you do the battery life is a quarter of the Macs.

[@Fee.1]

@@avery4528 so having one for mobile editing is a valid use. Doesn’t justify it as a main editing rig though.

[@avery4528]

@@Fee.1 I guess he could have a Mac Studio? Apple offers professional desktop options that are much stronger than the MacBook. I don't see the fuss.

[@MotoManTV]

Been on Mac all my life and carried that decision through when setting up post flow for this business. Was holding off on moving over until Apple righted some wrongs from older MacBook Pros - namely removing Magsafe and an SD Card slot. All was granted recently, as well as quite a bit of speed. The machine I use is the most murdered out MacBook Pro 16.2. Blazingly fast. 4-5 layer, 15+ minute timelines used to render in about an hour +, now, 4 minutes. Exports of the same in less than 5. Life altering. Downside, the move sunsets a number of software packages we use, so in my case, using two machines daily until I come up with a solution. In short, refuse to pay a monthly subscription for software I already own so the likes of Adobe and others can play a game with valuation.

[@Fee.1]

@@MotoManTV you’ve always used a laptop for editing and whatnot then? If so then you’ll fare better than I initially thought, but it still has the downside of no dedicated GPU which is a major one when you need it, and you wouldn’t ever know until the moment you need it. But if you don’t currently then I can understand. I completely agree and know what you mean. I refuse to participate in this micro transaction/ DLC/ software as a service/subscriptions for everything world. I draw the line there out of spite. I won’t do it. Is it just Adobe products or what else did this move loose you support for? Rosetta 2 won’t even run these apps? This is the dark side of progress with apple, they forced developers to let them take a 30% cut off all sales and a 30% cut off all sales of things within the app as well, and banned the ability to direct customers to places outside of the app and App Store to buy said product or service. This caused developers to want to make a sale as often as possible, and this has broken the entire paradigm. Apple giveth only 30% of what apple taketh away. Anyway if you need any suggestions of alternatives or assistance including exploring a hackintosh (build a pc that runs Mac OS but runs high end intel or amd chips that destroys even the $20k Mac pro’s at a fraction of the cost

[@cargueone1971]

wow...at least Genesis uses a premium platform. $80k for a Camry platform based Crossover, and with so, so technology, it's a hard pill to swallow for me. But the suburbia Americans will probably buy them in high numbers

[@naveenthemachine]

Only suckers will buy the RX. Smart people would get the genesis. I certainly would even as a Toyota owner

[@waheedali2429]

Smart people will take something work very will with solid experience especially you pay a lot of money When you pay something don't know about without history it's stupid move

[@cargueone1971]

@@waheedali2429 my family has owned Toyotas for 50 years. The same was said when my father bought a LS400 in late 1989. Our family understands Engineering and quality. People mocked my Dad for buying a Lexus over a Mercedes or BMW. He still has an open mind, and understands Engineering and quality, and why for the first time bought something not Toyota corporate made. He got a Genesis GV80. Your comment sounds pretty closed minded and echoes the comments of BMW and Mercedes buyers when Lexus came out.

[@rammanohar8161]

Maybe 50k worth

[@charged]

You lost me when it wasn’t powered by the awesome Lexus V8 with hybrid assist. Toyota does it better than anyone, but these Rube Goldberg powertrains rarely age well.

[@ttinnovations3310]

your explanation is way to bla bla bla technical for a normal person , especially without blow up visuals

[@raymarcable1292]

Reliability costs money 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@pokerfred68]

Anyone willing to pay 80k for this rice burner…sorry, hybrid rice burner…should look to other options like the Genesis GV60, Kia/Hyundai options…or even the RAV4 Prime. Crazy money to spend on a Lexus with much better options available.

[@jensgotthardt593]

No V6,No LEXUS

[@aichan5235]

selling it more than the price of a tesla? no thanks

[@edysinsimon8646]

Nope, not @ those prices!

[@beri232]

Grossly overpriced here in Canada!

[@bac3phi]

For the price, better to get a Tesla Model Y performance and get 7500 tax incentive. Once you test drive a Tesla, you'll buy one. It's super fun.

[@naveenthemachine]

It’s angry because it’s still not terribly competitive A gv80 MDX aviator we’re already way better options before anyones even driven the RX. And that still holds true Dead on arrival. Typical Lexus. Always lowering the bar in the automotive industry

[@2bunphettered788]

It's ugly. 👎

[@Toyota4Life]

I believe this is the most advanced Japanese SUV has ever got