Neat Engineering! // 2023 Lexus RX500 Hybrid FSport Review

Lexus / Toyota pulled off something pretty neat with the drivetrain in this 2023 Lexus RX500H Performance.
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[@DorithyMcClendon-hs8pi]

Great review, nice outfit and really liked the new camera angle from behind the drivers seat.

[@toyellow]

Yeah agree about the new camera angle, much better!

[@lubbahubba]

Thanks Sarah! FYI, thanks for being you, it's uplifting to see your videos on days that are tough for me! Cars and a fun friend who works hard for her viewers! Today was really really hard for me physically so thanks!

[@ed10523]

Hi Sarah. As Soon as the intro Starts i know im watching a comprehensive and thorough Review. Always A Joy To Watch.

[@mtlee234]

Thanks Sarah~ I like your very mechanical mind and technical tone to describe this vehicle. That makes your review stands out from the crowd. It's very entertaining !

[@joecutro7318]

Spontaneous brilliance once again, Sarah! Thank you!!

[@richardp5494]

Another awesome review, loving your description of this Lexus, you are hilarious and so entertaining, please don't stop, you're so addictive and entertaining, great job 😂😂❤

[@mostcom]

Chocked full of info on the nuts and bolts, I knew we could count on Sarah doing her thing at the start by her enthusiasm.

[@anth5189]

They should sack anyone in car companies that think "fake" sounds should even be a thing. It is just monumentally stupid.

[@SarahnTuned]

I don't mind when its done via ducting from the airbox into the cabin, but yes through the speakers is dumb.

[@bitkeeper4lj]

Fake CVT gears - same scale stupidity, but worse in a way that it defies the whole idea of a CVT.

[@mostcom]

It appears the reasoning is it enhances the driving experience for the stupid?

[@bitkeeper4lj]

@@mostcom they should have combined CVTs with fake gear shifting sounds, lol

[@nedryerson1137]

Totally, 100%

[@archmagexiv]

Thank you Sarah!

[@johnbillyard1837]

Thanks for another great review, supper combination of tech data, and humour, keep up the really great work you do.

[@mattyh2692]

Another Great Video, Absolute Quality

[@johnduckworth474]

A great review, Sarah. Entertaining and informative as ever. I could be persuaded to get one of these after listening to you!

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Great review 👍

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Thank you Sarah. Entertainment packed with geekiness knowledge, auto geekiness.

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Yet another excellent review and further proof you are the best reviewer on the youtube - thanks for what you do and Stay Awesome!

[@klaw163]

As usual, didn't disappoint with the random weirdness and jokes. Don't ever change 😂😂

[@MrJuanses]

Great review as always and the outfit and heels Super! 🤘🏻😎

[@Hanks1938ELKnucklehead]

Your color matched outfits are greatly appreciated!

[@WrenchingOnCars]

YES!!!!!! The Seat bolster test!!!

[@kmac33ge]

Great review!!

[@LexusRXGuy]

this is by far my all time fav vehicle being that I drive a 2008 RX350. that push is for retracting the cup holders if you push in the cup holder for lager drinks.

[@the_gold_canopy]

I own a 2008 400h, and I recently test drove the new F Sport 500, and it was a complete disappointment. I was super excited when it finally arrived at my local dealership, but after that test drive I decided to wait, and i'm not sure where they are getting that 0-60 number, because my 400h will chew up the 500 off the line without hesitation. Hopefully they they switch to a turbo 6 cylinder in the future, or offer a non-hybrid supercharged or turbo 6 cyclinder option. Regardless, I would still choose the 500 over any other non-Lexus model in it's class. 🏁

[@TrumpetBiz]

Awesome review Sarah. Love how you show and explain all the details that no one else sees and talks about. Lexus really should bring you on as their worldwide spokesperson. Well, thinking about it...you already are. 🙂

[@Andrew-fn9np]

"I was thinking of something more intelligent to say, but no one's home". You are just...the best.

[@546Scott]

One of the best reviewers on here for sure!!

[@torybng]

Loved the back seat to front seat acceleration shot so we can see driver and windshield POV!

[@ajblair9114]

The engine cover has been designed to direct airflow over the motor into the turbo to help with cooling. It's nice to have one that is functional for a change. Also the four wheel steering changes at high speed so it turns in the same direction as the front wheels

[@rich1958]

Great review! The front cup holder bottom pushes down a level giving extra room for tall cups. Then you can press “push” button to release the bottom back up for standard size cups.

[@tmerrick24]

I don't know what it is about that hand emoji pointer stick you use but it's amazing at helping you explain to me what i'm looking at, and cracks me up at the same time.

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Was here for my dose of Car science,your beautyl,the color of this car,and you giving it the beans!!! Love the overhead view,backseat view,and seeing you drive in those heels!!!! Great video!!!

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Just when I was looking for some new upload from you Sarah! Good morning from Ph.

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It’s always refreshing to open the KZbins and see your smiling face and hear your cheerful greeting to all of us internet people.

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Sarah, I’m loving the overhead camera view.

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Outstanding Colonel Chip

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Sarah, You're so much fun when you do these videos.

[@tonydacosta2273]

Amazing vehicle and stunning colour. Only you can make octopus and shrimp references in a car review and make it interesting and funny! Thank you for a great review. Wish you a happy easter weekend.

[@mononeo]

I love recommending Sarah-N-Tuned to people for the purpose of technical explanations! You are GRRRRREAT!

[@austalien1]

love the color

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Now this review has a big PERSONALITY 👍👍👍 love it

[@christopherbrown6697]

I've seen (and loved) a very similar color on early 1960s GM cars. A '61 or '62 Cadillac or Buick convertible in that hue with a tan canvas top looks fantastic.

[@fresnokidsr]

Yes yes now that you mention that combination I remember that combo on those cars lol

[@Reignin1]

That finger bite 🤣 You're amazing!

[@Roger21989]

Great review. Finally, some nice looking foot wear.

[@stevemawer848]

Seriously? Nice feet, shame about the shoes.

[@gforce1138]

Danke, Lunch with another awesome review in those heels total Skill ❤😂😊

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Bitte

[@NNTorious]

The colour on this is absolutely gorgeous.

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❤ another great car review❤

[@johntotten4872]

Sarah, I think you are right. A teaser for the new Tacoma TRD Pro is said to have a hybrid setup. My guess is this one. Great review.

[@mauryanderson7158]

I can't believe how much i love the pointer

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Same lol

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@@SarahnTuned As children we were always taught it was rude to point. Adults were usually pointing at us as they said it, though. 🙂

[@davidbaron6647]

looking great Sarah nice suv

[@Driveby-Viktum]

What you describe with the " disconnect" between drive trains was a reason I got rid of my old Honda mechanical AWD SUV. the rear drive train would only engage and help move the vehicle exactly when you needed it to NOT to... it was a heart-attack driving it in the snow. Ford/Volvo's Flex AWD which I moved to in 2018 does the same thing but with much less heart jumping. I honestly think hybrids need to be either gas generator hybrids or plugins, not a combo of IC engines for thrust and electric motors to cheat the system.

[@thomassunter3717]

You're proper funny and knowledgeable. Great review

[@petermoller8337]

Good morning from Australia 🇦🇺 😅😊 just coffee and Sarah easy

[@toyellow]

Great review as always but honestly think each review improves. Also love the new camera angles, great for the overall experience. Can we get one at the pedals also? Lexus make some great cars but they're not overly popular in the UK, wonder why? Anyway nice review from a knowledgeable, classy woman who clearly knows her cars and her heels :)

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I was wondering if that engine could go into a GR86, but it’s probably too tall, eh? I’m now hungry for a t-bone! Thank you, Sarah. 👍👍👍

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Thanks mate I like the engineering in hybrid cars.this tec been around in mining applications for a long time diesel front drive and electric rear drive.keep working hard😅 😎🍺👍🇦🇺

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The hand wand is so awesome. Ha. Perfect.

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@7:06: "console diglet"... I Love Sarah!

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I like how your outfit goes along with the cars you review. Plus your have a very quricky way of explaining how the options operate. Keep upthe awesome videos 📹.

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The words in that song walk like an Egyptian 😂 .

[@DanielWStyles]

Another great informative entertaining review...... Maybe a 0-60 time would be cool? .... As always, you're vid's are most anticipated...💯

[@naveenthemachine]

0-60 happens in 6 seconds

[@jameshutchins3396]

Love the color too

[@stickbreaker1]

OMG, Happy Easter!!!!

[@salzar4431]

I remember when the Lexus first gen hybrids came out the 400h was supposed to show equivalency with a 4 litre n/a engine.

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[@roberttribbie9179]

Happy to hear the automotive industry now has cross wind crab capabilities. Last time I saw that (which was pretty darn cool) was when I worked B-52's

[@johnt.848]

A number of vehicles have had 4 wheel steer in the past prior to Toyota's Lexus.

[@pmscalisi]

Can’t wait until it breaks. Nice and expensive.

[@robertrandall8381]

Out of my price range

[@skeetermcswagger0U812]

That's one of my favorite colors for a contemporary car.😄👍

[@gamerboi2187]

Awesome and amazing review Sarah and you're very good looking and beautiful just like the Lexus

[@waltermartin6176]

Great video

[@jerry3890]

I like your safety shoes!

[@jimmysarit505]

I agree with a ventilated steering wheel!

[@madean56]

Great review! This looks to be the same power train coming in the new Toyota Grand Highlander. Waiting for them to release!

[@musa_8014]

I am most curious about the insulation carrier suspension systems of the infrastructure of cars and commercials, thank you Sarah for adding this to us😅

[@violinmiata]

Sarah biting the pointy finger shot snot on my screen. Did. Not. See. That. Coming. 😂 Funniest thing of the day! And it’s been a funny freaking day!!

[@noname-bc3rn]

Finally, the pedal view

[@donaldlohouse1334]

Love that color...

[@SarahnTuned]

Yeah it is pretty rad

[@weswes10]

I believe the 500 is in reference to the size of engine that would produce the equivalent amount of power as the hybrid drivetrain (so basically toyota made it up), previous lexus models were always designated by engine size... gs400 had the 4.0L 1uzfe, gx470 had the 4.7L 2uzfe, etc.

[@ecputube1]

The BMW 745 of yore was a 3.2L (later 3.4L) straight six, with turbo. The turbo output was about 40% higher than the normally aspirated, so 3.2 x 1.4 = 4.45 "virtual" liters. So maybe Lexus is doing some German voodoo.

[@ericthomas3181]

500 is the minimum price for a service eval.

[@TheKingkingg]

Cool cuv, thanks for sharing

[@rockman4699]

Aloha Miss Sarah. Love your outfit and yet another great review.

[@cheesyknac]

14:47 Sarah, you've got to tell us more about the backpack/gear bag! 👍😎

[@ibpositivemostly7437]

Cool video thanks.

[@theoneandonly1802]

Thank You for converting KW into HP.

[@bluesmoke8714]

Orange robot spaghetti for the win, it is actually a pretty cool car, and I also love the colour.

[@ngoniko]

I like the touch pad too!

[@680ecks]

We had that color in 01-02 when I sold buicks it was Rosewood matalic

[@twocoatsofwax6687]

The 2.4 turbo sounds perfect for a Corolla tuned & equipped to compete with the Civic Si. The GR Corolla is phenomenal but too costly (even before markup), a situation not helped by somewhat limited production. Oh well. Great video as always. “Shport”

[@fresnokidsr]

Yep I love the short mode along with the heatalated and ventilated and I miss the mentions of the fruit and robot compatibility lol

[@tails300]

@@fresnokidsr Fruit and Robot compatibility is pretty much guaranteed in cars now.

[@gamby16a]

​@@tails300 GM is about to take it out of their new cars. Ponderous move.

[@tails300]

@@gamby16a that’s gonna suck for people who buy “Goverment Motors” products.

[@fresnokidsr]

@@tails300 ya I know but it was fun to hear haha

[@andyburnett8012]

Sarah your review of this car is without doubt the best I have watched (and I've watched pretty much all of them). Your honest review and camera shots of all angles underneath was refreshing. I need to test drive one but I'm a little underwhelmed at the whole package at the price point. Currently driving a 2018 rx450h and I tow with mine, so not sure this four pot will be a wise replacement. Thanks for your hard work and input Sarah 👍🙂

[@gamby16a]

A friend of mine just bought one of these after the exhaust corroded & failed on his 4 year old Benz S Class coupe, to the tune of a $4k unwarrantied repair bill. I haven't seen it yet, but he's pretty stoked about it.

[@SarahnTuned]

An exhaust corroding isn’t a failure on the vehicle, it’s a failure on that location using such insanely corrosive methods of ice removal.

[@carll693]

Can’t wait for your review and driving impressions oh the Mazda CX90 inline 6 and 2.5L PHEV variant.

[@laptopdragon]

FingLonger is a nice touch.

[@wrbrower]

Thank you for another great Lexus review. Did you coordinate your outfit with the paint color?

[@jbpasion071]

Loving my 500h so far 😊😊😊

[@ZackaryMac]

I never heard "Give it the beans" before watching Sarah, but now I hear it a lot on KZbin. Sarah the bean girl.

[@stevemawer848]

In the UK it was in common use decades ago. Along with "give it some welly".

[@callsigncrusader9877]

One thing I have to say that I really like the looks of this car plus the engineering

[@TheTran-tf5ri]

I like the way your outfit matching the color of the car ❤

[@WilliamSmith-vk4hj]

Amen brother!

[@ajkarkos]

Excellent detailed review and well-done video.. Think the drivetrain could be put into an MR2, end positions swapped, to make an AWD and 4WS MR2?

[@violinmiata]

That’s some next level engineering that you are proposing. It would be cool to see someone pull this off!

[@UFLOORIT]

Pedal Cam ❤

[@FrankyRedEyes]

If ANY other reviewer did this video I wouldn't have clicked on it. 15 mins with Sarah is worth it no matter what the car is.

[@fishflash1]

A thorough review highlighting the new ways Lexus delivers. Looks better with it's clothes on got a belly laugh from me. I love this color too. Lexus technology is really shown off in this model. Is the tug of war between front and rear motors felt in the seat of one's pants? LOL.

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Thanks and algo's Sarah

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Hey Sarah. Feeling really spoiled just now with all the Celica action and the 'carrrviews' (love the way you say that 😁) between here and Give It The Beans of late. I reckon all of us out here wish there was a new vid every day when we open KZbin, and recently it feels like that. It's great 😊!!! Thanks looaads 🙏🙏🙏. Any chance we can have a 'brushing my hair after the windy Bean score' cutaway? 😁😁😁😎