Lexus RX SUV 2018 review | Mat Watson Reviews

How does the striking Lexus RX stack up against premium SUV rivals, including the BMW X5 and Mercedes GLE? Mat gets behind the wheel to find out in our 4k video review.
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[@parthjadav7707]

Should I buy used rx350?

[@joecrake3194]

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[@ilovecars2558]

Parth Jadav yeah

[@juliehuang9411]

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[@waichauyin516]

the sound is too small

[@adamperkins3125]

6:08 the way the window slows down before it closes is pure class

[@ewald3730]

When going into a new car showroom of the big german luxury car brands, I am always fascinated with apparent obsession of the sales persons with specs... all of it they trow at you. At the moment the mention the words “road-feel”, I stop them, and I say: I do not want to feel anything of the road, I want to be isolated from the elements as much as possible.. Then the defensive talk starts, where they try to convince you of the road holding, and performance. With a Lexus, like this RX, performance is not so important. It has to be adequate. Its all about comfort and safety. I am so glad that Lexus still build cars for a large group of people that want the maximum comfort, soft ride, low noise levels, beautifully build, combined with the highest possible reliability and safety.

[@khurram41]

you forgot to mention economy in which it also excells

[@svein-haraldribland8559]

It’s not perfect, but quite ok. The Germans is much better on teck. Reliability is not everything. I would consider it, because it is different.

[@Cosmovilidad]

You're quite right sir!

[@AdamWanly]

Ewald “I do not want to feel anything of the road, I want to be isolated from the elements as much as possible”,...Absofreakinlutely!

[@slayerbllade]

@@AdamWanly Same thing! All my friends want to get some noisy ass car where you can feel the turns, accelerations and stops as if you are in a freakin roller coaster. No my good sir, when I drive, I want to feel like I am in my hotel room, being caressed by 3 masseuse while drinking wine and listening to a piano and violin duet.

[@bakaenkaaka]

Haha! Died at 2:57, "all the hybrid stuff like batteries..." *points at some AA batteries* :D Love those small things you do to make it more enjoyable to watch Matt, you're awesome ;)

[@khyrikajani1317]

who else loves this car

[@HJediting_tuning]

I love all Lexus models

[@yeety1208]

I love the rx450hl

[@terrificspokesman7416]

Meeeeee!!!!

[@ask4r110]

Who doesn't

[@mrmoralman1]

No

[@INUMIMI28]

You know Lexus infortainment system isn't that difficult, ....once you find out there's an enter button on the side

[@KINGSNADDY]

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[@seanbs8194]

INUMIMI28 100th comment

[@ewald3730]

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[@nkgudih]

It's strange these guys will have a car for a day or two and conclude on infotainment. Why don't they ask people who live with these everyday.I own RX450H,and I can tell u i am still struggling to understand what difficult about it. Or is it maybe because the innovation was not brought by the germans? Maybe they must start building their own cars and let's see how good they can be.

[@mohammedzohair4035]

@@nkgudih true man its not that hard know but maybe theyre just saying bcz for eg. its not touchscreen and touchpad gets a bit hard to use n stuff, compared to german rivals were screens r easy and touchscreen. Usually features of a car are compared to its rivals to determine its competitiveness and quality.

[@samsonokoro5036]

the truth is apart from Rolls Royce and Bentley Lexus make the most comfortable cars to drive. Far much more comfortable than their German rivals and match them in luxury and quality as well. This Rx is awesome just like other Lexus cars and suv's. Then it's the most reliable brand in the world, u can't go wrong with a Lexus.

[@samsonokoro5036]

marc clarkson I'm sure u'll say Jaguar land rover is Indian too. That's just an absurd comment, being German owned doesn't mean it is German made. The entire craftsmanship of the interior and most of the car is done in England by British Engineers. Even the head of design Rolls Royce is English. Do some research so u don't come out looking like a novice.

[@clippacaddy1605]

marc clarkson actually they are British there are owned by German companies however.

[@Hockiet]

Samson Okoro my mother bought the new rx with all the options but the ride is way too harsh on rough pavement. I absolutely love the car but the suspension is really a let down.

[@samsonokoro5036]

Hockiet whoa, I haven't experienced that with previous Rx models, I have been in the 3rd gen and 4th Gen Rx. I haven't been in this new 5th Gen for 2016 though so i can't say much about the suspension but I'm surprised it was that harsh. I have the Es350 and the ride is supple on all road conditions, very comfortable and soft I.e. floating like. Although most Lexus sedans especially the Es and Ls have supple rides cause they are made for luxury and comfort unlike the Is and Gs that have a stiffer ride and handling for that sports feel.

[@Hockiet]

Samson Okoro well i drove the gs and i can say it is much, much softer than our rx. Both our rx and the gs i drove had the adaptive variable suspension. Neither are fsport models and the gs ran on much thinner sidewalls.

[@phill8599]

at the very end just caught you saying 'N'X and replaced the sound with 'R' ;p

[@carwow]

Totally busted

[@OscarLeeMX]

That paint job is gorgeous.

[@Arch-kz9ny]

Ventilated seats are such a nice luxury to have with large SUV's. More companies should offer them

[@SR-ok6fz]

Wait for this channel to upload videos eagerly . good job matt

[@MrHav1k]

People will talk shit, but I actually love the styling!

[@RC-bx5jo]

as a Q7 owner would just tried one of those, i must say i was impressed by ride quality, seats and silence. It felt really, really nice. Dash was a little toyota-ish but seriously impressed I was...for comfort and value...hard to beat.

[@chitpaul]

Just picked up an F Sport version. Mat the Infotainment system is perfectly fine after a day of playing around with it, the heads up display is good. I don’t have the sunroof but that ok. The boot is big enough for most. The ride and handling is very good In F-sport trim with the adjustable dampers. I have also managed to get the mpg graph to 60mpg, not that often, but it is possible. The G meter is a nice toy, Loving it so far. Surprising how often you can drive in electric mode around town, even at short bursts... every drop counts..

[@HalalFoodTherapy]

What's your average mpg? I test drove one and it was so smooth and comfortable!

[@ln5747]

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[@Sharpshooter111]

My step mom has one of these and the ride is sooo smooth. I know accelerating you get that constant tone from the engine but having it at the same rpm with the electric motors makes it a very smooth ride and the suspension and seats are amazing too

[@mvubu6823]

Step moms always have a smooth ride. Sorry, could resist.

[@CPX723]

Best car REviewER. Informative enough and fun. Thanks.

[@schadara]

Thanks for lifting up the trunk floor panel, Mat. I am delighted to see that they use a handful of AA batteries to power this vehicle.

[@Log1cTech]

This car is amazing. If buy this over the x5 any day M

[@fraforgt-350r2]

My mate just bought the new version of this - looks amazing imo. Its in F-Sport trim and honestly it looks so aggressive i love it! Interior quality is amazing and now that it has CarPlay/Auto its got no big flaws imo. Where’s the vid for the new one Matt?

[@javieroargubi]

i love how you guys put real AA batteries under the boot floor. lol

[@carwow]

+Pierre Argubi we really broke the bank with this one!

[@mipmipmipmipmip]

can't beat those reliable eneloops!

[@cristiancristiandragan3129]

Hello! What car do you think is offering the softest drive: GS 450h or RX 450h?

[@spiketrademark1099]

Just purchased a RX450h Executive Tecno. Will pick it up next week. Love the thing, great addition to my GS450h.

[@wanttowatch8242]

I really like the way you explain men i luv youre channel .. Good luck

[@12345614465]

Hey Carwow could u include reliability as part of your reviews because although these new cars will be reliable out of the factory it’s a buying concern for long term ownership n those seeing this video in the future and buying the car second hand. If you compare the reliability of Lexus cars compared to other Brand’s the Lexus will certainly have extra points

[@raus_mit_Islam]

Head up display as standard!! Super!

[@securemaple3703]

Lexus started building rx450h in 2009 I think wonder if anyone knows if used ones are any good? Is hybrid used car Pandora box best avoided? Any comments anyone?

[@tommylo7129]

Can you do a review of 2017 toyota harrier?

[@kannon2k6]

really entertaining review 👏👏

[@sherazali9490]

please review for LX- 570.

[@robertwilliams6218]

no one does a review like Mat!

[@kevinmcguire5696]

I do agree about the look of the screen, but the mouse with its haptic response when you land on a button to be pressed helps keep your eyes on the road For size, price, mileage on the petrol version, the RX 350 was the way to go. I was able to fit a boxed 70 inch television in it to take home from the electronics store.

[@HenryMarckan]

When will you make a review of the Volvo XC90 T8?

[@brika0187]

should you be reviewing the sound systems these cars, please?

[@HereComesRyanM]

can you do the Lexus LX 570 2018...pls pls pls pls

[@TownHouseFilms]

Great review as usual. One thing - the expression is “head up” display not “heads up” . How many heads have you got Matt?

[@ZigZag9639]

We're still deciding between this RX450h and the all-new Kia Carnival mini van.

[@FLRSKLVR]

It's such a pretty car to look at, very futuristic but well balanced. Only for that reason I would prefer it over the Germans.

[@anikkhan4887]

Floris Klaver not just that..i think lexus is more reliable than german cars..it will last longer too.

[@TheOfficialIronGamin]

@@anikkhan4887 would last longer, and hold its value better.

[@lincitolin392]

Does it have enough headroom in the middle seat for a 1.7m person?

[@a.lange.]

Love this SUV!

[@farfromberlin]

Matt is a legend ... keep up the good work

[@carwow]

Thanks Mr Z.

[@MadOldBiker]

I would like to see Matt on main stream TV - maybe even Top Gear...nice likable guy and very knowledgeable...

[@gregsullivan7408]

There is a strange discrepancy between the title, which says "2018", and the published date, which is July 2016. Also, regarding boot space, there is now the L variant, which extends the boot.

[@stephenvaughan259]

When do you think you’ll be able to review the new Rx 450h Top man 👍🏻

[@antigay4123]

I didn't expect the review to be more enjoyable than the car itself. Though it's one of the fewest cars I'd like to have. Cool!

[@s182924]

ok - so what about Rx200t (nonhybrid ver)...worth 2buy?... ford edge vs rx200t...only reason against rx is fuel consumption-otherwise i would hesitate....whats ur opinion?

[@aerotus888]

What average mpg is everyone getting for this car? What's the best mpg achievable on the motorway? Thanks.

[@370seanjohn]

Can you review the lexus IS 300h as well....

[@komal.b1]

please review Lexus RXL 2020 the new 7 seater.

[@Bisboy90]

I think the mouse pad is good and easy to use once u get a hang of it

[@wisie7462]

One of the best I've driven...I love it

[@what2467]

Please do a review on the new Lexus RX!

[@scorpionbeware]

Hey Matt, pls review Mazda CX5

[@LawnBowlsforFun]

Nice review as always Mat. I agree, the infotainment system does the job but is not as easy to use as the, for example, the BMW idrive. Otherwise, Lexus cars are superb.

[@akshaypersad]

audio levels are all over the place!!

[@seanfenwick]

Mat... all Lexus 450H models have the 3.5 ltr v6. GS, RX, LS etc.

[@robocopvn]

1:42 wow, at last, I know who is the cameraman!! Haha, got cha, you cannot always hide behind the scene!!

[@TvGabriele]

The best suv in its segment

[@freddieredding4565]

lol

[@freddieredding4565]

+Bling Bling Sam What is your fave car then? 😒

[@hobjones8437]

Ib7 h he's talking about the other person

[@GigusChadiusthe3rd]

Bling Bling Sam lotus is british mate and owned by volvo

[@Chris2010H]

honda integra actually it's owned by Proton and Geely... Geely also own Volvo but that's about as much as them companies have in common

[@madhavunuth5078]

please do a review of the new toyota corolla 2017 facelift

[@azazwaheed]

hey mat if you can i would like to see you drive off road rx 350, 2021 model

[@DanielDaniel-kh6bv]

i agree with you. just tested NX200t yesterday and the infotainment system is terrible. it look sophisticated but clumsy to use. german is always better in it.. but the rests are good

[@MrSinistarEdge]

Another cool feature, the indicators?

[@Jaymac720]

A used RX hybrid is high on my list for my next car

[@yung6868]

Lamborghini Urus = Lexus RX

[@ronyjacobcherian3105]

Lexus RX 350L review please.

[@rajeendran7]

Mat Please review Lexus RC-F sport.

[@user-vc6vr5jn5o]

How is the fuel consumption

[@remananarun9079]

The Lexus boot is big for most ppl and a slow boot opening is good cos if u r in a small place and then u realise that the boot can’t open u can shut it

[@hapesethathi2742]

I love your shoes... Great colour

[@adamuppsala1931]

Hape Sethathi i prefer his feet

[@marvinjacobdpt]

Lexus NX review next please!!

[@plutomaximus2897]

please .. review the lexus ES .. 😍

[@raus_mit_Islam]

Head up display standard ❤️

[@ReferenceFidelityComponents]

As a long term owner of the f-sport version it's a wonderful car to own. Reliable, comfortable, powerful and luxurius. No one builds a better made car. The big plus for me is lexus after sales care....no o e does customer service like lexus. It's hard now looking anywhere else for me. The comfort over long distances can't be ovetstated but fuel economy is poor. Long term I manage about 29mpg. Its worth it though for the ownership experience.

[@senoy1]

Please do the RXL 7 seater

[@basitkhiljee9050]

Can you do review of Lexus ct200h

[@andyt9132]

Hey Matt, when can you get your hands on a 2016 Mazda CX-9?

[@Syncopic1235]

the Skyactiv 2.5L turbo would be amazing, plenty of low end torque

[@andyt9132]

+Tareq Arar I think it's a really good all round car. Oh, and *Mat.

[@pivn7204]

Because Mazda CX-9 isn't available in the UK.

[@georgeioannou7911]

@carwow when are we getting a review of the new RX 😎

[@younebi]

I love Lexus. They are dependable, solid-built cars but They suck at Europe market.

[@mdo]

Because the european market still love their diesels.

[@Elaba_]

It's just a question of time and the European market will get tired of dealing with the problems of their non-Lexuses.

[@gogutzy]

4:35 - 3.5 litre V6.

[@TAAHMID123]

2020 Lexus RX 450hL Review Please @ Mat Watson

[@MuhammadAdeelAhmed]

65 Reg and 2018 model?

[@chitpaul]

I want one. The early one of this Mark is getting affordable at last. Need to dump the diesel. Went to test drive one today.. amazing car. Was'nt that bad on the CVT acceleration. If you take your foot off the accelerator for just a second. Dont think its really for heavy footers. The boot isnt tall but area is ok. Very nice car to drive and plenty of accelation when needed. Mat I dont think you spend enough time in some of these cars you test.. still very good reviews.

[@FahadShah822]

But should we shortlist it or should we buy it, Mat?! Please tell us!

[@zackariahgill1263]

2:56 😂😂😂 good one Matt am sure you made the Lexus good boy list

[@verocimil]

...yeah, that was hilarious too!

[@petitflocon647]

Slow motor trunk? i don't understand the problem, it is good for security and for not make mistakes

[@neenaa9193]

How about all new 2021 sir

[@shivanmohyaddin]

Please make a review on Jeep cherokee 2020

[@Highlander_142]

I really like it! It has modern, futuristic design, sharp lines and it is different. Darker colors looks better on this design. Especially the dark blue. The car is very interesting, there is nothing similar on the market. Too bad that people have so much prejudices... Regards

[@rizwan101]

Any chance you can review the RX450 L please?

[@marantamil459]

Its terrible

[@vukkolarevic3401]

I'm looking for a new car, and I like the new Tiguan, and I would really appreciate to hear your thoughts about it. So could you do a Tiguan review?

[@carwow]

+vuk kolarević we could... And will, in the next couple of days

[@vukkolarevic3401]

+carwow Thanks. Oh and by the way I love your reviews

[@AW4WAL]

So in England, there are no chimes when you open the driver and front passenger doors? I know you guys were behind, but man; this far!

[@user-qq2mo1ek2r]

I don't have any chimes in my IS300H which is 3 years old now .

[@adrianlee1205]

I rmb the time Matt said in his old carbuyer video abt the Lexus GS, he said he prefers the infotainment system of the Lexus over the Germans lol

[@dilon7537]

How come this rx450h doing 44mpg but according to him the lexus nx300h does 34mpg. Confusing because RX is 3.5 V6 engine and NX300h is 2.5 ltr normal engine. Should NX300h done more than RX.

[@nathant5819]

Some love the look. Some hate it but being an X6M driver, it’s pretty comfortable for long rides :)

[@user-qq2mo1ek2r]

And lets be honest an X6 is hardly a design to be proud of .... everyone ha s a different view and no one person is correct or wrong. :-)

[@davidgolubev9206]

Why the wheel is in the glove box?

[@suhailcassim7017]

can you'll pls do a review on the BMW X5

[@carwow]

Soon - we have filmed it

[@JazeebAbdul97]

"Some cars look like Animals" 😂😂😂😂😂True😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@user-lk3ku4vn1h]

Mat is little nervous about the elite quality of this car. He is a very unbiased Brit.!!

[@kodjoansah2689]

you definitely didn't say lexus rx at 7:05 lol great review though

[@jaydenholic8829]

top design ever......the future of design

[@jezzy59]

it never breakdown. Maintenance cost is the least among rivals. that what lexus sells.