All-new Lexus RX500h F Sport Review - Don't overlook this brilliant SUV

[@tdmap2241]

I was never an SUV person, let alone Lexus SUVs, until I drove a Lexus NX 350 F Sport, with a 2.4l turbo engine. The ride quality, the smoothness, the quietness of the cabin and the sense of built quality in the cabin blew me away. I was sold. Lexus has some of the best well-built people moving machines on the planet.

[@Brajosh_]

I agree

[@Layno729]

If a transformer had to hide in SA it would hide as this. What a beaut of a car. The silver/grey or white are stunners in the flesh.

[@Iam_chriscardo]

I love the RX500h F-Sport. 1 day I will own one

[@jonesgotlop]

Saw it for the first time yesterday. It looks stunning. 👌 please review the LX 600/LX 500 . We rarely see reviews of Lexus cars here.

[@SamiKhan-hn3uk]

Thanks for the great review. This country needs more Lexus reviews. A bit of a correction: the RX350h uses a 2.5 NA engine, the regular RX350 uses the 2.4 Turbo (without electrical assistance). Nonetheless a great review🙌🏽

[@dailinscullard7731]

1.7 mil ? love the car, but in this economic era, one would first consider housing and food before such car. One of the many reasons why this particular target market is so small.

[@martiniquedupreez1439]

One word: Reliability ❤

[@BubblesTheCat1]

It's a Toyota. Can't go wrong

[@tungstencarbide7255]

What does it mean?

[@JoshuanTruda]

The RX350 is NOT naturally aspirated, it has the 2.4T engine producing 205kw, this was a key difference in this new generation. The RX350h model was also neglected here as it offers similar performance to the regular RX350 with less dynamics and more efficiency with the 2.5 na + electric motors setup.

[@Carscoza]

Apologies for the error and thanks for pointing it out.

[@Ilikepie18855]

We have had over 6x Lexus in the family, currently still have Rx350 and two NX, unfortunately the newer models are way more expensive than the previous. We had the RX350 EX top spec (there’s only one spec) for R930k brand new back in 2016, now it’s R1.5-R1.7m…. ? Would love to upgrade again, we have had ZERO problems with all our Lexus, but most mileage we had was around 200k km in the nx. Just regular service only. Driving it to the ground. Ride equality is superb. Would not look at another brand. Oh, we had 2x RX350, the one was stolen earlier this year….. who steals Lexus?

[@Carscoza]

This is so great to hear, so sorry about the theft! Great to hear you've had such a great experience. Thanks for watching

[@sivuyiledumalisile6308]

Toyota and Lexus vehicles are in high demand in other parts of Africa. That's why some of them are being stolen this side .

[@BubblesTheCat1]

That's grand theft auto🙈 Probably stolen to be smuggled to a country north of us. Let me guess, keyless entry vehicle? They're super easy to steal...

[@Ilikepie18855]

@@BubblesTheCat1 keyless.... Parked in bryanston Virgin active, car gone in less than 5 Min. I think it's a Toyota thing.... Some vulnerabilities they didn't address

[@BubblesTheCat1]

@ilovhotmail Yeah, they sit with a device that pick up the signals from the key fob, and within seconds, they clone it and drive off. This can happen to any keyless entry vehicle. Sad situation in this country. Worse than Venezuela 😢

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

Great, honest review as always!! Thanks Ciro! Love your channel.

[@Carscoza]

We appreciate this so much!

[@malcolmpuhawan3695]

Headlights and hood kinda reminds me of the old Mitsu evo 7/8/9 😮 looks good

[@Neevarshan_Naicker]

I'm an absolute sucker for Lexus's. Really glad you guys reviewed this beautiful RX. This car always reminded me of a Japanese Tesla for some reason and I love it because of that. Also side note, these RX's are very common in almost every American Movie, Series and Sitcom's that I watch, Americans love these cars and so do I! Also love the Lexus UX as well. Thoroughly enjoyed this review. South African's need to buy more Lexus's now! I really like the attention to safety with the orange reflectors at the side of the headlights as well.

[@Thulebeez]

I think when the RX450h+ is available maybe you can do a review on it. It could be on my List for an RX

[@karabomothibi3192]

More Lexus reviews please

[@CiroDeSiena]

Great to hear, we're on it! Thanks for watching

[@ebenlaubscher4153]

I drive my second Lexus RX . I have driven this model and it is probably the best car ever made .

[@louier9033]

I'm quite happy for Lexus to remain an underappreciated manufacturer, so that we can pick a used one up for a good price. A little disappointed though that the newest generation IS never made it to the UK though.

[@ao2074]

Fantastic review, Ciro!! I adore a Lexus.

[@AshlinOlyn-rf3tj]

That car is on the top of my list

[@onkgopotsekeobaka7680]

It's quite a looker. Stunning design!

[@pablo.blanchett]

Tomorrow I will receive my first brand new car and it’s an RX 500h. I’m thrilled 😳

[@Carscoza]

Congrats! Wishing you many happy miles

[@pablo.blanchett]

@@Carscoza thank you papi im still learning how to use it

[@swedishbob_7315]

I have a 2023 NX 350h Luxury Sports... 1 thing I don't like is Run Flat Tyres... NO spare... I get 5l/100km

[@jeffreymakgale8097]

Great review! Can you please review the BMW X5 xDrive50e SAV next time. Thank you

[@feniayanda4756]

The sound guy 🔥🔥 Big ups 👊

[@arthurasia9300]

Lol sounded like my phones audio quality was upgraded 😅😂

[@bakgatlhainvestments4456]

I hope they have addressed the keyless entry security flaw that made these cars more vulnerable to theft

[@faradaycool4058]

Ciro is by far the clearest and most unbiased autoreviewer, and the only reviewer who speaks the truth about the RX350h. The luxury is top-notch but that torque is so poor that it makes for dangerous driving for a 2.1 ton car. When you need the immediate boost in Singapore where the lights go from green to red in 0.001seconds...It becomes very compromising. This is coming from an RX driver of 20+ years. I'm now in a 2023 RX300, so if I do get another RX, it would either be the RX450h+ or this one RX500h. Thank you!

[@thandilemasiza8289]

❤ I love Lexus... and as always great review 📹

[@isuax3vi438]

Great review. The pricing is definitely something, would love to see a Hyundai Ioniq5 review

[@raymondmalan487]

What Market Share is Concerned, the South African Consumer, Motoring Focused, have a "Blind-Fold" Mentality. Keep in Mind, One of Lexus Core Strategies and Ethos are, Ownership Focused "Exclusivity" - Not Wanting Every Second John Owning one - might sound Crazy, but that is a Foundational Brand Reality. I have been Fortunate to have been Part of Lexus in S.A and Abroad, with Experience at All German Premium Brands - Technical / Workshop. What Sevice Levels, Reliability and Quality are Concerned, the compitition have some Catching up to do, to say the Least. Great Vid

[@Carscoza]

Thank you so much for your comment and insights. Great to hear of your experience. Thanks for watching

[@CiroDeSiena]

Great to hear of your experience and thanks for sharing. I bought a 1996 LS400 and I absolutely love it. 290k on the clock and starts first time every time. Need to sort out the radio, it's locked in security mode, otherwise everything works

[@raymondmalan487]

@@CiroDeSiena , try the last 4/5 numbers of you VIN number ( Service Dept at any Lexus will confirm ) Regards.

[@keatongroom]

Never been a fan of Lexus, but lately, oh boy 🔥 😮 I also like that not everyone will have one (like with c-classes and 3-series’)

[@imtiazwadia7963]

Waiting for a NX350H review please

[@heinrichgeorgevergotine9776]

Nothing better than owning a Lexus. Currently driving my second Lexus, the IS350 EX . No better ride quality, reliability and class Perhaps one day, the RX500h will come into play

[@altaafkader9675]

Ciro the redmi note is an excellent phone. Well done. If you know you know

[@mbulelodaniel9308]

Which one is better in terms of safety, fuel efficiency, performance and reliable between this Lexus and the new volvo xc60 T8 recharge?

[@Ilikepie18855]

Our family has the T8 xc 90 and the previous 2016 RX350. Volvo is ultra unreliable, ride quality is far from rx350 even though it has air suspension. Averaging around 8l/100km for Volvo fully charged when leaving home, the Lexus is at 10.8L/100km, but it’s the 3.5L V6. I have a feeling the newer RX will be better in fuel consumption, a lot better. We have two xc90, a D5 and a T8. Warranty paid over R250k in repairs for the D5, and the T8 has a ton of engine codes right now, I’m too scared to go get a quote. All serviced at volvo and Lexus. If you want to keep your car long, Lexus is the way. Cheaper to maintain too, minor service at R2000 vs xc90 D5 R16000 per basic service, R6000 just for oil change only. But then again, it’s Volvo franchise costing, I’m sure Indie are cheaper.

[@mbulelodaniel9308]

Thank you. This is very informative.

[@ferdinandalester]

Absolutely stunning vehicle. I actually like it in Rose Gold 😅 If I had that type of money the BMW X3 M40i would be my pick all day every day. BMWs B58 is just a gem and the fact that Toyota uses it in the supra must say something about the reliability. I personally think BMW is the only "premium" brand in 2023 that's somewhat okay in terms of their pricing and what they offer. But for someone that isn't a driving enthusiast and isn't a brand snob I would just recommend a Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max 😂

[@michelle_0891]

bmw pricing is just fine,on the other hand we have mercedes selling 4 cylinder C43 AMG's to people at R1,2 million+.🙆🏽‍♂️😂 I'd rather go low mileage M340i G20 pre-lci for half the price of that and get me a little Japanese get around car maybe a toyota corolla Cross base spec.

[@ferdinandalester]

@michelle_0891 all new car pricing is wack. Compare the price on a brand new BMW 1 series and a MB A-class. Similar in price but both equally disappointing at the prices they're asking. The used car market is definitely the way to right now. At this point I think riding a horse everywhere would be the cheapest 😭

[@michelle_0891]

@@ferdinandalester read somewhere a few hours ago that the new revised spec A45s comes around at R1,7m...what?,how did we even get there?!😭

[@michelle_0891]

@@ferdinandalester need me a real horse to experience real horsepower 😂.

[@WenaNkosi]

May I please request that Ciro does all the reciews if possible. No offense on the other presenters. I feel like they always miss or don't talk about something in the car. Not alot of detail like Ciro. Great review, thank you.

[@Kidmonger]

What a beautiful car😊.

[@ayrtonmichaque7214]

Above all, its reliable!

[@Ilikepie18855]

Ultra reliable. Which is why we keep buying them. Very cheap to maintain too. And super comfortable to sit in and drive

[@hsmedsvik]

I was under the impression that the Lexus RX was competing with the likes of X3, Macan, GLC etc. and not the larger X5, Cayenne, GLE, just on its visuals. I feel the last two generations look smaller compared to the previous one, so it has not really been an option, but I guess I stand corrected, especially with that seemingly large booth space.

[@deonvanloggerenberg3711]

Thanks again for a great review. Can you buy a upgrade on the service plan?

[@Ilikepie18855]

It's actually a maintenance plan, they just don't cover wipers so they call it service plan, but from what I remember, your brake pads, battery, disc are all covered. My plan expired last year but I think it's still the same.

[@deonvanloggerenberg3711]

@ilovhotmail Thanks for your response. I am considering this model, and the 7 year warranty is truly remarkable. I would like to extend the maintenance plan if that option is available

[@Ilikepie18855]

@@deonvanloggerenberg3711 yes you can extend your warranty and plans beyond the 7 years. I didn’t bother taking up these offers since Lexus is very cheap to maintain, basically Toyota cost in servicing when the plan expires, I’ve never used the 7 years warranty in the any of our Lexus (we had 6x Lexus at one point, left with three now). Extremely reliable and durable cars, ride quality is superb.

[@novelti]

I actually fell asleep waiting for the boot to open LOL

[@Ilikepie18855]

You should see the previous RX, even longer time

[@novelti]

@@Ilikepie18855 is there an option to delete it from the car and get money back? 😂

[@Ilikepie18855]

@@novelti I would say it’s one the down side of Lexus, I don’t know why their boot motor is so slow, but I heard the new model of RX and NX are faster now, but instead of falling into deep sleep, you just nap a bit.

[@Ummo2850]

Thought RX is discontinued and the new one is TX? Weird all the model differences from latest releases

[@Ilikepie18855]

That's burger land. In Mandela land we only have nx,lx and Rx as SUV. I wish we had tx.

[@Kopsnkops]

The best competitor for the RX is the VW Touareg in terms of pricing. And unfortunately I think I’d lean towards the 2024 top of the range Touareg R-line..not because it’s German but it looks better, bigger and thicker wheels, better suspension

[@aezean5618]

VW is not a luxury car. It competes with Toyotas although Toyota doesn’t have an equivalent to the toureg. It uses poor materials for the interior

[@Kopsnkops]

@@aezean5618 the Touareg is considered a luxury model for VW. It also uses the same under pinings as the Porsche Cayenne. Its technology is also on par with the likes of the BMW X6, Audi Q8(its sibling) and other luxury midsize SUVs. The materials are actually really good especially for a brand like VW

[@michaeladabo2719]

Lexus compete with audi, etc vw is not a luxury car

[@Kopsnkops]

@@michaeladabo2719 The Touareg is VWs luxury SUV. I didn’t say VW is a luxury brand. I don’t think you understand the word “luxury”. Even a mainstream brand can produce a luxury/premium car.Take Toyota for example, they have the century and crown vehicles, which are supposed to be the luxury models for the brand. Mazda produces the CX-60/90, which are the luxury or premium models for the brand and they are not luxury brands.

[@kidmabe472]

This looks great... ill have mine in white.

[@vusibiyela6032]

The pricing is bit out

[@macdonaldseepamere1064]

When is the TX Model coming to Mzansi vele?

[@brianndhobela3632]

Can we please have a drag of the previous V6 Amarok 4motion vs the latest Raptor,

[@Carscoza]

Good idea but with an extra 100kW the Raptor will walk it

[@mthokozisiluthuli3645]

Could you please review the Lexus LX600

[@yamkelagazula5940]

How big is this vehicle compared to a Tiguan allspace? I love the Lexus for their naturally aspirated engines.

[@Carscoza]

Best thing to do is use the new car specs and compare tool on our free app. We have tonnes of detail on each car including all physical dimensions and boot space

[@isayamukondeleli8120]

How big is tiguan compare to toureg or audi q7 if you answer that question you will understand the class. Tiguan is midrange suv just like rev4,kia spotage, mitsubishi autlander, Nissan xtrail, honda crv, haval h6, opel grandland, Mazda cx5 premium midrange-audi q5,bmwx3,volvo xc60,lexus NX, jeep Cherokee, landrover discovery sport, ranger rover evoque, jaguar E pace. Bigger SUV to compare with lexus RX are VW toureg, Q8,X5,XC90, range rover sport, jaguar F pace,jeep grandchirokee, GLE

[@gustavchuene7430]

Ciro...I'll tell you about the price in a second...meaning 12mins later 🙄🤣. Tell me you're SAn without telling me you are🤣🤣🤣🤣. The car has a fantastic stance and very nice proportions. Well done to Lexus on this one!

[@Carscoza]

He got carried away 😂

[@BradleyBotshoma-uy8nf]

Please review the Lexus LX

[@benvisagie8844]

You’ve made out a convinvcing case of considering this SUV. After my previous Lexus I have nearly decided “never again”. But I know the brand is improving. But the boot space was a deal breaker in the older RX’s, and the dullness and that nervous toggle stick. And it lacks the biggest safety factor in South Africa and that is reliable tires for B and gravel roads as in SA I also travel those type of roads. And I am very much for value for money, and is this value for money? And that is maybe the reasons you are looking for why they are not selling. And I’ve had experience of very bad service but will buy at another dealer.

[@thatosibolla1798]

More lexus reviews please please please

[@nqubekomthiyane6558]

Camera-man flexing with those shots.

[@TheALPHAMALE5028]

And the gearbox is still CVT?

[@johnablettbooth5691]

RX 500 is a conventional 6 speed auto. Hated the CVT I had.

[@isayamukondeleli8120]

Toureg, audq8, range rover sport, benz gle, vovlo xc90, jaguar f pace, toyota Prado, landrover discovery Competition is tight for lexus they have to prove beyond just reliability

[@isayamukondeleli8120]

Jeep grandchirokee, porches cayenne and others that I didn't mention. In this class people don't ask about fuel consumption or reliability, they need comfort and status

[@sivuyiledumalisile6308]

​@@isayamukondeleli8120 That's so sad really. But you're right South Africans love German and British cars . Most of them don't even know how to keep maintanance in those cars . The Mercedes GLE is the worst of them all when it comes to quality yet people buy them in numbers ...

[@michaeladabo2719]

​@@sivuyiledumalisile6308 there is not British cars,it all German, they buy engine from BMW and badbge it,land rover, range rover, Bentley etc are all Germans engines, Japanese cars are the best to own

[@lesegomoikanyane2115]

Chose a Stelvio over the Rx, but the 2022 (3.5L) Rx model didn’t have that exciting drive. I felt heavy.

[@Foundermental]

And how is the Stelvio treating you? Is it reliable?

[@BubblesTheCat1]

Lexus is so much better quality than Audi, Merc or BMW.

[@michaeladabo2719]

Yes

[@honestjoe632]

Totally agree on the quality but don’t like the fact that Lexus have gone with CVT, which is like driving a drone…

[@andrewstratford1509]

Looks like the Suzuki Fronx in a tuxedo 🤵‍♂️.

[@MAH-id3sx]

Specsavers is waiting for you

[@andrewstratford1509]

😆🤣 that’s actually funny

[@MAH-id3sx]

@@andrewstratford1509 😆

[@borismkhwanazi583]

great car ❤

[@sueddo2634]

To me the RX is well built but does not use better materials compared to Porsche and competitors as you speak of. For context, I own a 17 Cayenne GTS and a '16 911 4s and I purchased a 500H for my wife since she wanted one. No leather dash, leather upper door card inserts, no metal anywhere, and plastic inserts everywhere puts the RX well below a Porsche model in terms of "better materials used". In today's build quality (where all manufacturers can't help themselves to cheap out everywhere), I would say the RX does pretty well. But, if you were to compare this to previous gen RX, IS, and GX models I would say this is pretty meh. Getting squeaks out of the central cubby and the alcantara/suede insert on the dash isn't firmly in place. I took it to the service department and I was literally told "this is just the build quality on these cars now, had a ton of customers have the same complaints and there's literally nothing we can do".

[@Carscoza]

Sorry to hear you've had a disappointing experience with the brand. Have you reached out to Lexus SA at all?

[@CraigSoupen]

The front looks a bit like a Honda ballade.

[@vindieter]

For a country obsessed with Toyota I don’t understand why Lexus doesn’t sell

[@aezean5618]

It’s flawed perception.

[@sivuyiledumalisile6308]

I didn't know there was a new Lexus RX

[@Carscoza]

Launched in October :)

[@vnaidoo5734]

Nobody contacted me when I advertised my SUV via your website.

[@Carscoza]

Hi there, did you list privately or use our Sell Car service? Please email us and we will pass on your case to our customer service team: [e-mail]

[@dennnnnismo]

Did he say entry level R1.5M???? Two cherry tiggo 8 pro max's fully kitted with change? Def not worth it!

[@Ilikepie18855]

Cherry tiggo8 is also 2x Mahindra xuv100, tiggo8 is definitely not worth it

[@dennnnnismo]

@ilovhotmail hahaha toućhe. Just googled the XUV100 and its not in the same class as the Tiggo 8. Dont get 2 of those for this. From comfort to saftey to interior size to engine power its all behind.

[@tungstencarbide7255]

Someone looking to buy a Macan will not opt for a rebadged Toyota. That's the problem with Lexus, brilliant as they may be.

[@MAH-id3sx]

😂 The macan uses a vw motor. Toyota may own lexus but to call it a rebadged toyota is a joke. The gr86 and brz are rebadged.

[@Brajosh_]

Take my money

[@SDav21]

The engine should really have been a 6 cylinder at least. Those 4 cylinder sound so gruff and not as refined as a 6 or 8.

[@Ilikepie18855]

Our fuel cost R23 a L..... I think 4 banger with high torque is fine

[@SDav21]

@@Ilikepie18855 No it isn't. A 4 cylinder in such a large car isn't more fuel efficient than a well sorted 6 cylinder.

[@Ilikepie18855]

@@SDav21 we have the previous RX350 with 290hp and 3.5L V6. Very smooth engine, quiet, responsive, ultra reliable. In the 7 years we had it , zero warranty claim, zero repairs, zero problem. Hell, even the original Panasonic car battery is still working…. 7 years… going into 8…. Why don’t they sell Panasonic car batteries here? The only down side of this car is the fuel economy, while it’s not any worse than its rivals, we average 10-11L/100km mostly free way driving…. If the newer model can go down to 8-9L/100km even with a 4 cylinder with higher torque…. I’m happy. Either way, I’m sticking with Lexus, it’s nice to not spend big bucks in repairs while cruising in comfort.

[@shaundouglas7721]

Over bmw x5..? That's very hard to over pass.

[@Carscoza]

X5 is a terrific car but by the time you add the same options as the Lexus you are well past the Lexus's price trag

[@benniebve]

i think price is shocking for all cars in this segment

[@stilloutside]

Lexis are high quality n design top notch but problem is price...1.5m there are x3 base x5, toureg etc so no one will buy it😢😢😢

[@andilemthombeni6771]

interesting to see Ciro uses an android phone 😂😂😂

[@i-talu3983]

Lexus used to care about the nurburgring :(.

[@luckymajova6528]

youll never seperate south africans and german cars unless you become so cheap its hard to overlook. if this was in the range of 1-1,2mill then it would sell like hot cakes then when they facelift it they gradually raise the prices year on year or, "model after model"

[@MAH-id3sx]

You can't expect to pay Tiguan money for a Lexus RX that is levels above the Vw

[@sivuyiledumalisile6308]

Jaguar once did that with the first Gen XF . The car was a success, but when they priced the second gen at the same price it failed dismally.

[@luckymajova6528]

@@MAH-id3sx I know but, Lexus doesnt have the same sentimental value as the Tiguan unfortunately.

[@rafipeled7873]

Matt Watson is the best car reviewer… the others are just boring

[@biancamadubedube9679]

Yuh hay yeka 😂😂😂

[@Ash-so6qn]

This vehicle does not look like it’s a cent more than R975k. Imagine buying something for 10million which looks like it’s worth 1k. Same effect here

[@BubblesTheCat1]

You're not buying this for the looks you're buying it for the quality

[@Ash-so6qn]

@@BubblesTheCat1 yeah but nah. It’s overpriced. Consumers need to regain control of the market

[@BubblesTheCat1]

@Ash-so6qn Ain't happening. People are some of the stupidest animals on earth. I mean like, cmon, people burn tyres and protest about poor service delivery day in and day out, but come the next election, they put their cross next to that very same people that they're protesting against. The mind absolutely boggles🙄🙄🙄🙄 God help us🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@robleal9755]

Have to disagree. I was blown away by the quality of the RX. I currently have 2 x BMW's and was previously an Audi driver. Went to look at a new Q5 and GLC. Audi felt like I was sitting on the seat and not in the seat and GLC was all bling and too much plastic. RX just felt right and I am really fussy when it comes to the quality of the materials used. I know most folk will go for the 350h but I think the base 350 may just be a bit more agile given its lighter body weight - but obviously a compromise on efficiency. I like the few "party tricks" the RX has like the electronic door handles and the electronic self setting steering wheel/seat combo and electric rear seats. Very nice!!

[@BubblesTheCat1]

@robleal9755 With Toyota and Lexus, you can not go wrong. The Germans' quality is downright disappointing. T & L are almost the only carmaker that still value their vehicles and customers 😁👍🏻🙋🏼‍♂️

[@alanbstard4]

expensive RAV4

[@MAH-id3sx]

As if your opinion means more than an actual car journalist.

[@MrNdamase]

the NX is based on the RAV4 platform. The RX is a much larger car than a RAV4

[@dhaninel7902]

Then the same should be said about the Range Rover Evoque. It’s nothing but a Ford Focus. The previous Volvo S60 was sitting on a Mazda 3 platform. Get under a Lamborghini or a Porsche and see how many parts are from Volkswagen. It’s just the way it is now.

[@alanbstard4]

that's what it is@@MAH-id3sx

[@alanbstard4]

exactly@@MrNdamase

[@David_Denali]

U started the review after 80 seconds omg...

[@ndumisobulose6991]

R1,7m oh never on a Lexus

[@nkosenhlempila8500]

If the campany gives me this car for free there won't be any regrets trust me....... please consider this comment 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤😑😑

[@wandiletembe]

👨🏿‍💻🍿

[@dvimt]

Second 😂