Porsche Cayenne Vs Lexus RX 330 / 350 Review - Which Is The Better Used SUV?

[@self-defenseinnovationsinc6383]

this is kind of an unfair comparison. 4 yrs difference and a v6 vs v8. that being said still a very well-done video. I own a jaguar f-pace and i can tell you, its trash. expensive trash

[@acwarzonehighlights6954]

That’s what I was thinking obviously it’s gonna have better things than the Lexus it cost Twice as much as the Lexus and 4 years difference so I don’t agree with this video , Lexus ftw

[@boyracer3477]

@@acwarzonehighlights6954 But not to different in the used price world. But you do you. Be boring. Be sure to get the snazzy beige Lexus. smh

[@acwarzonehighlights6954]

@@boyracer3477 🤣

[@j5igual38]

The RX's center console is moved forward to allow the center rear passenger to better position their legs. Few people know about this feature and even fewer know what its purpose is.

[@davidbluhm1867]

The seat recline into a very nice bed. Head rest off. I refer to my garage diva 2005 Rx 330 with 116000 miles. Babied always

[@beefen7921]

Reliability-wise.. Lexus/Toyota destroys Porsche.. but that's not saying Porsche isn't reliable either.. you'll save more with Lexus/Toyota in the long run.

[@starlightzz1480]

I love my Lexus rx330!!! I got it in mint condition fully loaded! Minor wear and tears but owner took good care of it!

[@ruivilarinho4670]

My RX 300 is the best car I have in 30 years driving, they forget to mention the seats go down making a perfect bed, in case of camping or have a nap

[@stephaniechow9381]

Got a rx330 2005 still going strong with 177k miles on it!

[@truthbetold9742]

I didn’t have to see this video to confidently say the Lexus RX is a way better suv. I have a 2008 RX350 and it’s been one of the best SUV’s I have ever owned!!!!

[@xman777b]

thank you for making this video. I was actually the person, whom requested it. I've been a longtime admirer of the Cayenne (1st gen only). That said, I recently purchased a 2009 Lexus RX350, with 21,000 original miles. The vehicle is showroom condition and was never even driven in the rain. Regarding performance, it's not a Porsche V8 but it's fun to drive. It's pretty quick/torqueee and I appreciate the responsive steering. Sidenote: I did drive the 3rd gen RX350 before purchasing my 2nd gen, and didn't like the ride quality at all. The 3rd gen felt like a "point A to point B" station wagon. Contrasted by the 2nd gen, which feels sporty and more responsive, IMO. Thank you again for the fine video. Do you plan to keep your RX330? Take care.

[@CarFanatic]

Awesome! I do plan to keep my RX330. It's nice to have a simple yet comfortable car for running errands! Thanks for the suggestion and hope you're subscribed!

[@xman777b]

@@CarFanatic that's cool. LoL, You do talk as if your fine Lexus is just a Ford Focus or something. It's a Lexus SUV, man! : ) Take care

[@behunin1963]

Both vehicles are incredible. Both have their merits as you pointed out. If dollars are no issue the Porsche. I do love my RX400h though. Great vid.

[@unggrabb]

Porsch is the more exciting car. Emotions count also.

[@hamsterbrigade]

You let me know when your Porsche dealer accepts emotions to repair your car. If you legit want excitement in a vehicle you really shouldn't be buying an SUV anyway.

[@RichRotorhead]

@@hamsterbrigade some people do work on their own car you know. Dealers are good for car sales & diagnostics, and even then tread lightly.

[@bladerunner5296]

I love my Lexus

[@JuanRuiz-gh7xh]

Lexus rx350 2008 just love it … totally worth it .. Even if love is needed

[@nickcsuki8123]

I feel like this is a matter of 'can you afford the Cayenne?'. If not the Lexus is an amazing alternative. Thanks for the video...

[@512TXSDIY]

Probably true

[@megaman4201]

Yeah I have an 05 Cayenne Turbo and while incredible to drive it's such a disappointing vehicle in regards to dependability. TC in Annapolis Maryland

[@nickcsuki8123]

@@megaman4201 He man, sorry to hear that! Back when I posted the comment I was looking for a car and ended up buying an ML55. It has turned out to be a great decision! Awesome car, great to drive and no issues so far... Not as luxurious as the Cayenne but definitely just as much fun to drive!

[@megaman4201]

@@nickcsuki8123 lol that's funny, coincidentally a 2000 Ml55 is my daily driver, over 400 miles per week!😀

[@nickcsuki8123]

@@megaman4201 No way! You like it?

[@craftrunner]

Nope the Lexus is not boring

[@512TXSDIY]

Cayenne for sure, if you do your own maintenance. Otherwise, the Lexus may be more affordable for non DIYers.

[@glennoc8585]

I've had both and the interior of the cayenne is streets ahead. The Lexus/Toyota is good though especially for reliability.

[@AtlasCroc]

It all depends on what you're looking for - Porsches are amazing drives, but to get that level of performance there is a lot of complex engineering that can and will cause troubles down the road. By comparison Toyota/Lexus are very boring rides - I've driven plenty of each - it's a fact. Exciting ride = pay more, Boring ride = pay less. I can buy either and would always choose the Porsche, but I know what I'm getting into, accept it and don't complain about it. I do most if not all the work myself, so much of it is not a big issue. Key here, don't buy a 14 year old, higher mileage Porsche turbo SUV without being able to work in it yourself. The dealer and even a good independent will charge you a ton of $$$ to keep it in good shape. If you want any sort of reliability in an older, higher mileage SUV - get the Lexus.

[@phillipquinley9684]

Some cars are gonna have problems no matter the brand. For example my 2004 f-150 has a triton 5.4 engine that's approaching 200k miles with no problems. I know a lot of people who got rid of their truck because of a specific engine problem long before it hits 200k. It's hard to find a car that rides and drives as beautifully as a Porsche.

[@ChipW]

That engine problem, the timing chain issue, was started in the 2006 model year of the 5.4. I have a 99 F-150 with the 5.4 and am at 415k on the clock. Just after it breeched the 400k mark, I took it on a 2500 mile vacation to visit family with any issues at all. That truck will be with me until it dies and from what I can tell, it's going to be a while. That said, I just bought an 05 RX 330 and hoping for the same reliability.

[@tomasodesign]

2008 Lexus RX400h 250k and totally reliable since purchase with 79k on the odometer. Iv driven a few Cayennes, 2009 S, 2010 turbo S and 2012 diesel. All the Porsches are far more driver oriented and far more capable in off road or major snow storms ...but I'd chose the Lexus ever time for any family members car over the cayennes.

[@lisabrown482]

Porsche of course is fast. If you like spending a lot of money on maintenance go for it. Lexus drives awesomely great. Low maintenance. Lexus a beautiful car to own. Love it

[@AliasHSW]

Ha - noticed the used Macan prices lately and tempted to get one, but maintenance cost and the notorious oil leakage issue is being a deterrent to jump from my highly dependable 2002 Highlander

[@jimlester7798]

I'm mainly looking for the towing, off road and comfort.

[@brittanymcdonaldbarr1106]

Lx 570 or a Land Cruiser.

[@toddkissack6261]

I owned a 2006 Porsche Cayenne S and loved it for its looks power and status, but always worried about something breaking.. Currently own a 2005 RX330 and although its slow as F, it is more dependable and cheaper to repair- Cayenne has timing chain whereas Lexus has timing belt, so that is a $800 job to always consider every 90k miles-

[@tpp4007]

3rd gen Lexus RX and up have timing chain now.

[@sjDOLLAsj]

If the Lexus was also a 2008 that would change some things .

[@JWestLoans]

Solid video!

[@HughJohnson-lh5qm]

It's really a choice between performance and reliability.

[@sunshine86753]

The other thing to consider is that the Porsche will most likely have a thorough service record, while the Lexus will have a massive amount of deferred maintenance because they're "so reliable". If you're unlucky enough to be holding the bag when the Lexus does go off, you'll learn the harsh reality that Lexus parts/service are every bit as expensive as Porsche. Also the Lexus drivetrain is made of glass compared to the Porsche. My RX 300 that I purchased new, and serviced by the book, slowly ingested its own transmission around 120k. After this, scraping metal out of the transmission pan and replacing the clogged filter became annual maintenance. I'm sure the 330/350 is tougher, but still they are essentially FWD based passenger car drivetrains.

[@andybub45]

That’s why you buy a Lexus that has been maintained. Believe me, there are plenty of Porsche owners who don’t maintain their cars. Especially the SUV owners.

[@mofomoco]

This shouldnt even be a question. Anyone who enjoys driving would pick the Porsche

[@sophaman9193]

I really don't care about German products in the long term they not great car i just bought 2022 venza hybrid limited I love it very comfortable quiet smooth very good on gas thanks for your video take care

[@barrydraper]

Any car company brand is only as good as the parent company it hides behind. I.E, Lexus / Toyota versus Cayenne / Volkswagen. Most VW's drive well but become mechanical money pits. Lexus can also be expensive to work on, but rarely breaks down. Both have a luxurious comfort. I would either lease a Porsche or buy a Lexus.

[@AJMoore4444]

Great video but you should have showed the cayennes cup holds and center console for the front and rear.. The cayenne can also inflate tires or other things with its air tank in the back there is a port by the passenger side and mine also have sensors all around it so it's hard to hit anything and also all the memory for the seats and side mirrors when you get in or reverse.

[@CarFanatic]

Great feedback. I have those details in my other video but left it out to make this video a little shorter. Thanks for watching and hope you're subscribed!

[@megaman4201]

I hope you mean the Cayenne's cheap worthless excuse for cup holders LOL...

[@boyracer3477]

He blows past the Cayenne's ability to tow nearly 8000 lbs. That is a vehicle doing the job of two vehicles. FTW

[@RichRotorhead]

@@boyracer3477 you must not have seen the video

[@idcnetwerk9265]

Definitely go with the Porsche Cayenne. Suspension dynamics are years ahead of Lexus. The Porsche steering is more in tuned with the driver than the LeXus. Lexus steering feels disconnected from the driver & numb of which most Say' boring. Porsche is a better built vehicle from a technology standpoint.

[@Wolffish8]

I concur

[@andybub45]

Have fun in the shop

[@donovanacosta2138]

I think it depends whether you wanna be spending a lot of money of maintenance and fixing things. Cayenne is definitely more luxurious but considerably more expensive to maintain. Lexus is very cheap to maintain, especially if you change things yourself (which you can't on a Porsche).

[@axiomic]

Choose a Porsche if you like torcher

[@idcnetwerk9265]

@@andybub45 I think that is LeXus more often in shop compared to Porsche. LeXus vehicles have more Recalls. There is a recall out right now for LeXus SUV

[@laszlokassai828]

I have rx330 my trunk door open and close back.... I read its the support ( telescope) problem and not motor. Indont have time to cahnge :)

[@shanet7511]

I feel like a second gen Acura MDX is an excellent middle grounds between these two vehicles. It handles pretty well right between the blah Lexus and fun porsche, 300hp is adequate but not too slow, the SH-AWD is great in the snow which is what most people buy crossovers for but is bad offroad, it can tow 5,000lbs right in between the Porsche and Lexus, reliability is excellent, very comfortable, upkeep costs are a bit higher than the Lexus but well below the cayenne, it's pretty spacious, but where it really shines in comparison is having a third row (for children atleast) and the "Advanced Technology Package" is one of the best infotainment/audio systems from the late 2000s.

[@mrc79]

I have the classic 3g Acura TL and loved and looked forward to owning the 2g MDX one day. I noticed many reviews citing oil burning issues. I wouldn’t purchase one for that reason. Sometimes a quart needs to be added every thousand miles.

[@jperkins1269]

How can you compare cars that were owned by different owners and say that one held up better than the other?

[@alertbox]

We have owned a RX300 from new and in 4 months time it will be 20 years old. 210k miles and mechanically faultess. Most reliable car we have ever owned, only problem is old technogy, modern tech is useful on long droves. We are thinking about buying a 5 years RX or, for a change a Cayenne. Any advise would be most appreciated.

[@stevenbenjamin818]

Value of Lexus is also better ,closer in price to original, still pretty quick less weight

[@idcnetwerk9265]

Lexus also much cheaper vehicle to own. People who can afford a Porsche , Ferrari, Lamborghini can afford the repairs. Lexus owners must realize that it's just a Toyota rebadged as a Lexus.

[@Freddy-td8fl]

Whàt a stupid question! Common sense will tell you which one is better. If a vehicle is not reliable is trash 🗑️ So the winner is LEXUS

[@teufelhunden8308]

I think one very important factor left out was longevity. How long would Porsche last compared to Lexus? Many RX350s running north of 200k miles. Can’t say the same for Cayennes. This also ties back to value & reliability.

[@CarFanatic]

Good point. I have 115k miles on the cayenne and she's still running strong.

[@RichRotorhead]

There are plenty of 200k+ Cayennes running around, some of which are for sale and still daily driven.

[@needleontherecord]

No one ever made a mistake buying a second hand Lexus/Toyota

[@stonecold9132]

Ones reliable ( Lexus of course) and the other is a piece of junk.

[@sajan67]

Not my favorite car... but I¨m about to buy one, US model, because of the reliability... I could'nt care less about the Hitler pimple...

[@tonydamiani8029]

V8 Cayennes have many more issues than the 6 cylinder models.

[@greebuh]

Change the struts on the rear hatch and the lift motor wont have to work so damn hard.

[@pauljohnson8463]

the Lexus is even close to the Porsche.. they are not in same class as well.. its more like Porsche vs Maserati.. and Lexus is just a Toyota.. They are realizable and practical. I watch this cause i just got a Lexus 330 2006.. great condition and it was only 500 bucks..

[@derekd669]

The cost is the issue! How much is the Cayan compared to the Lexus? Really ?

[@taewoongyoon3659]

cayenne Turbo and rx330 what better? Lamborghini Huracan vs colvette c7 who car better? kitting

[@RichRotorhead]

Hulacan all day

[@shanet7511]

After having test drove a second gen and two third gen RX they honestly sucked, the ride was nothing special and handling was blah, they were noisier than expected, the arm rests were uncomfortable, and on the third gen the mouse controlled infotainment system was the worst thing I've ever used even when compared to a 2002 bmw 7 series I-Drive system which was the first and worst year of an infamously pain in the ass system. The interior also didn't have a luxury car quality when compared to the euro options. I test drove a 2012 Highlander limited and it had a smoother and quieter ride and better seats than any of the Lexus but it was butt ugly. The 4th gen RX are really comfortable though, never driven one but did sit in one and the interior was a huge step up in comfort and quality, when they get to a more affordable price I'll consider a used one. Frankly as a luxury vehicle the Lexus doesn't compare to the Porsche (yes I've driven a cayenne as well), the rx is only a luxury vehicle when compared to a crv or rav4.

[@CarFanatic]

Agreed that the Porsche is more premium and a better driving SUV. My Lexus is a practical appliance though that gets me from point A to point B safely and comfortably. Thanks for watching and hope you're subscribed!

[@zillsburyy1]

Lexus!!!

[@thedarkgreenvanman]

If you want fast and sporty buy the Porsche if you want comfortable and reliable buy the Lexus. Just saved you 14:53 minutes of your life.

[@AL-hg5gq]

You can not compare a 2008 to a 2004 vehicle , it doesn't make sense. Buy a Lexus or lease a Mercedes end of the story.

[@minivanventuring]

Lexus(Toyota) will always prevail in terms of reliability

[@bladerunner5296]

I have a Lexus rx 300 n my cooling fans are not running. What do I do to fix it?

[@CarFanatic]

I had to get mine replaced. ☹️

[@RichRotorhead]

Trade it in for a Porsche and live a little 😁 #YOLO

[@andybub45]

The Cayenne will not last as long as the Lexus.

[@luckyme5122]

Porsches are overprice to crap cars, when you buy a Lexus, your buying reliability

[@nothingtoseehere5760]

I can't tell if you're serious about the cul-de-sac loop performance... did you try them? do you have PASM? Ok fine you must have been kidding

[@CarFanatic]

Virtually no body roll in the cul de sac. Impressive for a tall 4,000 pound vehicle full of kids and Cheez-Its.

[@nothingtoseehere5760]

@@CarFanatic I need to test drive one then. I will say with PASM the handling on the 957S is like a boxster though, it would be hard to beat...

[@longdongsilver5592]

Let’s talk about gas mileage 😂

[@longdongsilver5592]

So lets compare a 100k suv to a 40k suv new. 😂. Dumb. Compare it to a gx or lx. I’ve had both. Porsche is a bucket of rattling bolts compared to Lexus.

[@gambit_toys6554]

☺️👍

[@damiangherbali6958]

Is this a joke or something?

[@zeezeebo]

Reliability and low maintenance costs is the winner!!! And that goes to Lexus 🏆🏆🎈🎈👏👏

[@timetowakeup6302]

And it’s not even close

[@wynnsimpson]

I love my 2004 RX330. 118,00 miles. Regular gas. Reliable. Comfortable. Lot of storage. It does need a radio/bluetooth upgrade one of these days.

[@ruivilarinho4670]

and gps upgrade😊

[@boyracer3477]

@@ruivilarinho4670 Why? I know my way around town and if I go out of town, I have a GPS on my phone that works great. Since you are probably in a rental, you GPS at home doesn't help. I travel the country for a living and use my phone in strange cities in rental cars routinely and it is all you need. Spending a bunch of money plus sometimes having a subscription fee for GPS is ridiculous.

[@mbaxter22]

It's an easy upgrade, and totally worth doing IMO. Despite the vehicle's advanced age!

[@heyitsclay]

I have an RX300 and my wife has an RX350. We love the Toyota quality. I do get to replace my timing belt every 100k miles where the RX350 has a timing chain.

[@t5grrr]

I bought a 955 , 2004 Cayenne turbo with 50K. Drove it till it had 220K on it, and traded it in for a 2019 Cayenne turbo S. This issues were actually minor; Coils at 80K, Center bearing replaced with an aftermarket unit that was claimed to be lifetime at 60K. The plugged drains issue. and Fuel pumps at 110K. Other than that all else was routine maintenance. It was a great, comfortable car made for cross country road trips.

[@themarkkendrick1]

Up next we'll compare my 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo against my 2007 Ford Mustang GT!

[@boyracer3477]

@the markkendrick1 Or the Gallardo against a beige Toyota Corolla. If you like beige Toyotas go for it. But don't tell me it's better just because it's cheaper. (I know you didn't, but many people have that attitude here)

[@bucsimon]

I sold my PORSCHE 928 and BMW 528i in 2023 and end up buying RX 350. Never have any issues since.

[@standelasanantone2180]

We have one of each... wife's RX350 and my Cayenne S...!!!

[@marioschweizer1353]

i thought too what to buy. finallyy i choose a cayenne with small v6 engine. its enough for me, i don't need more. the v6 is easy to maintain by yourself. its more a hobby for me. beside i own a small nissan march for shopping who always run

[@panama-canada]

An interesting comparison.

[@seymourskinner2533]

Your parking on the line is freaking me out

[@lisabrown482]

A man would choose a Porsche before they would choose a Lexus

[@JavierCR25]

This is the weirdest comparison I’ve ever seen, like they’re literally nowhere in the “cross shopping” list.

[@larsborjesson6793]

As usual a very good and informative video w great pace which is only about pure comparison. Love this channel!

[@FinancePillowTalk]

But I’m already on the waitlist for the Cybertruck 😂

[@CarFanatic]

That's awesome! I bet you can buy one then flip it for a profit immediately after!

[@FinancePillowTalk]

@@CarFanatic haha car flipping a new car?! Is that a thing?

[@davidbluhm1867]

Yes I have both. Lexus rules.

[@bigrobsydney]

Lexus should have won by a lot more. The factors in favour of the Porsche are that it has a powerful engine, and is a bigger car (tows more). That's offset by terrible costs in reliability, maintenance, an fuel. Also, how many owners REALLY need to tow that much?

[@Sid0419]

Lexus wins everyday of the week. Reliability is a huge factor. Porsche is trash. You'll end up paying more in 5 years on repairs and maintenance than you bought the car for.