NEW! 2023 Lexus RX 500h Review

2023 Lexus RX 500H review by The Straight Pipes. The RX 500h is putting down 366 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque from a 2.4L Turbo 4 Cyl Hybrid. At $86,250 CAD, would you take it over the Acura RDX?
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[@TheStraightPipes]

Tell us your "Owning a commonly stolen car" stories below!

[@jacobrev6567]

I don’t have a car because I don’t know how to drive and that’s why I don’t own the car

[@purwantiallan5089]

This Lexus SUV Hybrid is 10/10!

[@honda116969]

I have a 95 Acura Integra GSR I owned it for 20 years now... do I need to say more about stolen cars? 😂

[@martinbelisle4961]

I've had my 4runner stolen in Montréal and the cops response was it's already in a container that we will never find.

[@rpgPalette]

Promise you will not send it to the FBi

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

Not a Lexus person at all but wow, the RX looks amazing in that color!

[@purwantiallan5089]

The RX LEXUS is as amazing as Chisato Nishikigi's Lexus LFA.

[@AngelValdovinos]

Pursuit of perfection🤡🤡🤡

[@ChristianC-gy1ym]

Not sure how many of you remember that weird trend of wrapping your car in bronze/copper 10 years ago. About one out of 15 to 20 cars had that copper/bronze wrap. And I just knew even back then when it was popular, that it was a mere trend and good luck finding a second owner when you're done with it. THAT, is what this lexus is. If you're buying this car do NOT buy it in this paint.

[@robs4574]

Jakub sure seems grumpy today. Yuri changing his shirt 😍

[@pianoplayer2516]

I know. Yuri is so cute.

[@TheSweetpea0711]

My RX500 is amazing. All of the complaints are from the pov of having the car for a brief moment and testing it. Living with it is a totally different thing. You set it up how you want and let it be. No need to keep changing settings etc. So the infotainment system is a step ahead of where Lexus used to be. Drives beautifully and is very comfortable.

[@jeffs6090]

That's really how the vast majority of reviews are here on KZbin. Most reviewers only have the vehicles for a short amount of time, sometimes less than a day. Many of the things they complain about are perfectly fine after owning it for a couple of weeks and you're used to them. Sometimes when one has a tester for a week, they state something they didn't initially like but after using it, they like it and prefer it.

[@jauffins]

*or* you overlook the annoying stuff to justify purchasing a vehicle that, in some parts of the continent, could be a hefty down payment on a house

[@TheSweetpea0711]

@@jauffins to each their own right? That’s why it’s my money and no one else’s.

[@Vin496]

So true for any vehicle. Maybe the first few days you mess around with all the drive modes and dynamic setting , etc. Then I bet 95% of people never touch that stuff again. I know my Father in Law has never reconfigured his Range Rover SVR since it left the showroom floor.

[@TheSweetpea0711]

@@Vin496 exactly! The ones that get it get it.

[@MattLavergne4]

This paint is UNREAL. I hate that we don't get this colourway on the RZ, but on the RX it's FANTASTIC. Also Lexus is slowly getting better each release and I'm happy for them.

[@naveenthemachine]

Lexus is getting better each release? 😂😂😂😆🤣🤣🤣 No they aren’t. Their latest releases leave a lot to be desired. Models like the UX NX LX LS ES IS RX RC RZ and even the upcoming TX are mediocre at best

[@sly9263]

@@naveenthemachine their infotainments are still mediocre, but a big step up from what they were (because they were so bad). The new drivetrains are TBD and probably not going to be the staple of reliability that their previous ones were. Their interior materials as well as the overall build quality (for the models made in Japan) is still among the best out there though. Lexus obviously isn't for people who want the latest and greatest tech, but there are concessions you make purchasing from any manufacturer. For example, every BMW interior, while being subtle classy and lux, is a copy paste across the board and all of their vehicles look almost identical. Sitting inside an M4 or an X5, save for a few buttons you can barely tell the difference; there is no emotional connection to those cars because they lack individuality. You will get the best (by far) infotainment in the industry with that BMW, but the interior will wear poorly. It's not uncommon for BMWs to burn oil new or lightly used and their reliability can be hit or miss with near guaranteed repairs outside of warranty that will be fairly expensive. Get into a Lexus LC and it has one of the most unique, high quality interiors with superior build quality and reliability and an amazing tone from an engine that, while not the most powerful, is still more than anyone needs and an amazing driving experience. BMWs and the like are for indifferent people who don't care about whether their car has a soul.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@sly9263 the LC I agree has an absolutely beautiful interior. Not arguing that. But that’s all it has. Most Lexus models on sale have interiors that are more Toyota+ grade than true Lexus. For example lexus has greatly reduced the wood trim. Most Lexus models have hard plastic on the doors compared to genesis or Lincoln or to an extent Jeep grand Cherokee especially in the summit reserve trim

[@sly9263]

@@naveenthemachine no luxury SUV out there is comparable to the GX at $57k MSRP; the nearest is a Defender that requires tier2 trim for $90k+. The ES is still probably one of if not the best sedan in it's class for price and quality. The RX is a family hauler in a sea of family haulers. The IS500 is a bargain buy at it's price range for it's interior quality. RC F is your only option for a JDM v8 sportscar with a beautiful interior, and while it's average at best in performance for it's class, it's more than enough power for the vast majority of prospective buyers who have the mental capacity to look past specsheets.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@sly9263 there’s the grand Cherokee that’s comparable to the gx. Plus for the price of a performance Lexus spending a few K more on a bmw or Mercedes is really a drop in the bucket at this price point. Lexus is priced too close to the Germans and genesis while simultaneously offering nothing but a slow v8 or a fancy economy car that drives like one and not like a more expensive vehicle

[@chasinglimits]

The paint color looks amazing in person! I bet you once this gets out more people will start wrapping their cars in this color lol

[@chasinglimits]

@julienneJanson9250 lol 😂

[@michaelgee6164]

We had a 2019 Rx f-sport and it got stolen out of our driveway in Stouffville, Ontario. That night 14 other Rx’s got stolen in my town. We loved it so much and bought another one lol. Our insurance actually gave us a better policy with a slightly higher rates, but only by 25 bucks.

[@richardnavratil9661]

25 bucks per year, per 6month policy period or per month? If per month, that's quite a bit regardless of how much it was previously. If per 6 months or a year, not a biggie. Of course I realize people's budgets vary. I'm just curious.

[@hollaz2]

14 got stolen in Stouffville that particular night? Thats insane.

[@keiththibodeau8607]

I own the same infotainment with head up display in the NX and I love it. Takes a few uses to get used to the blank buttons, but once you do, it's awesome. My wife loves it too, even though it took her a month or so to get adjusted.

[@lordcorgi6481]

Glad to see you together again! That's a sweet color

[@oyveysbj4450]

I’ve been waiting for this review. Thank you!

[@richardnavratil9661]

I like that you guys clarify when you find things later (like the wired CarPlay or the safety suite), instead of just claiming it's missing. We understand you get a limited time with these and the fact you put a cut in to let us know it actually does work in a specific way is nice, thanks. The fuel economy is pretty bad though. I know that's a tester and not reset for a trip, but 11l/100km (21mpg) is bad, that's what the F150 hybrid got!

[@thearcadeventures]

Woo Hoo, we’re back to the duo review. I love the thumbnails as well. Keep it up.

[@shhmasood]

Drove one and i must say the cabin was very quiet and comfy. Plush soft touch luxury materials inside. Plus more sporty and zippy than the old lexus. New tech is awesome. Literally no hard plastic at all

[@AKaufman]

Freakin love these dudes. Killing it with the A/V. 💪

[@carswithsonduren]

I love my NX, we did not feel we needed the bigger RX but we love it!

[@JGisMe2013]

Cute car

[@anniversaryedition]

Had a 2016 stolen in Ottawa. Lexus said the 23’ now has 15s rolling codes for the fob/car to talk which makes theft more difficult. Quoted $1,600/yr to insure a 23’.

[@BorisG13]

I really like how it looks and the colour is gorgeous!

[@alwaysiyi272]

The color of this RX is gorgeous. Had one as a loaner for like 2 weeks and I loveddd it. At frost the steering wheel controls were annoying but after 3 days or so, I got used to it. I thought they were just gonna be like capacitive touch, while technically they are, you can still physically click it down. I also thought the infotainment was really good. I really didn’t mind the lack of no buttons, cos the climate control stayed an at all tomes. Having to switch the drive modes in the infotainment is a little annoying but it doesn’t bother me as much, wish they stuck to the physical knob for that tho. I had a really positive experience with the RX as a loaner

[@normt430]

Why would you need to get a Lexus loaner when you have the most reliable car you can buy?

[@alwaysiyi272]

@@normt430 it wasn’t a loaner per se, it was just rented out, to me for 2 weeks when I went on vacation

[@TeksTherapy]

I like that you went back and fixed your errors in the edits. Nice video guys!

[@diethersantos6404]

Good to see Yuri is back

[@turningwheelsyangge2770]

Thanks for the honest review, !

[@ehhov]

to be honest, I absolutely loved the old thumbnails. The large cars, the huge text almost the size of the car, such great pictures in their fullest. So much character. Wanted to click your thumbnails more than anything else Still do, but not to that extent

[@Bmontepeque11]

I totally agree, it felt like something that was very identifiable as "The Straight Pipes" but now with the reaction faces it just looks like any other generic, click-baity, kinda disusting thumbnails 😖

[@autotopvn]

I love the sound yuri cracks the pedal

[@na_wu]

Still you guys review together is the best.

[@ant647448336]

Will you guys also be getting the 2023 Civic Hybrid in Canada? I'd love to see a review on that.

[@hughgrection5803]

Just saw one of these for the first time last night. Really like the updated look.

[@normt430]

Looks smaller!

[@FusionBeat]

I had the RX450H F SPORT and honestly no complaints apart from the cvt

[@l-Arm.of.God-l]

You can program the drive modes in the steering wheel.

[@purwantiallan5089]

Seriously, i am absolutely love this Lexus!

[@Ducotevision]

The snapping of the finger reaction… I couldn’t get past that momentX

[@avpr1c]

Best paint? What about the under body rust protection?

[@omarkhan1434]

One of the most entertaining reviews in a long time. Yuri was hyped.

[@coolman4481]

Great video! I’m not too sure about new thumbnails… like the old ones a bit better!

[@jorgearaneta6919]

lane change assist works when youre in cruise. you hold the stalk left or right and it changes the lane for you. its the same as my NX 450h

[@TheStraightPipes]

🤷🏼‍♂️

[@MagicMikeysKitchen]

My 2019 RX Got stolen, but I loved it so much I bought another one in 2021! It’s a fantastic car and now I just park it in my garage. My insurance actually went down and they were great about it, but at the time stolen vehicles weren’t really a thing. The night my car got stolen, 13 other rx’s got stolen in my area. They really cleaned up lol 😅

[@KuraiKatsum]

Dumped with white wheels like at 2:19 makes it look like a wagon/hatch, freaking sick idea if you ask me

[@albertvathapally84]

As someone who's owned both the 2018 and 2021 RXL, I cannot wait for the new TX!

[@naveenthemachine]

The TX is already DOA before we even see it It’ll still be based on a Toyota Camry platform but be significantly overpriced. They’re pulling a Cadillac XT6 move here I see

[@normt430]

It looks like 2023 got smaller!

[@hardiksnair735]

Old thumbnail had a professional touch to it...pls bring it back..🙂

[@nqobilemahlaba2230]

The front grill looks a little strange since it's colour of the paint of the car. I think I'd get it in all black if I had the money to hide the grill more. I honestly love the car. One thing about Lexus is that you have to play around with it infotainment a lot because its hard to understand in the beginning

[@l-Arm.of.God-l]

You can also change the mode lights to any color as well

[@TheStraightPipes]

Fun!

[@newsmedia-one9756]

Can you guys do a review on the 2023 Venza a limited? I love your reviews!!🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@Cal94]

It's like 6k CAD more than it was at launch in 2021, without any real features uplift. Major turn off.

[@Jrbettis]

you do get a FULL list of stations. ALL Channels. press View button twice to get ghost image of your 500h (see through) Older drivers may want to verify their parking spot. Suspension doesn't have Sport +, that activates your suspension. F Sport has Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) HUD and programmable buttons take getting used to. SOS button is the stolen vehicle tracking feature. Wish is matched the 350h for mpgs of 37; passing gas stations is nice.

[@TheStraightPipes]

No tuning knob and so many steps to get to all the channels. I am an older driver and I don’t like egg mode

[@julianp.2840]

Looks so good in that color.

[@Bigern2998]

A mop bucket would look stunning in that colour. I need something in that colour. Anything.

[@Aloneinthedarkso]

Not sure if answered. But the “fax machine noise” is the wireless charger looking for the optimal area to wirelessly charge your phone. Ultimately fixing the “my phone needs to be in this exact spot to charge” issue. My ES350 has it and I’ve never personally used wireless charging in cars until my current one.

[@BlindMango]

Thankfully you can turn all the babysitter stuff like driver attention monitor OFF in settings

[@colechapman6976]

You will definitely be able to see find your car in a parking lot. The color of the year award goes to Lexus! Surprisingly

[@alexanderelifeiner]

My 2021 RX350L insurance went up a little bit with renewal, due to a lot of stolen Lexus SUVs in Thornhill/Maple area. And, for sure, it's never get parked on driveway.

[@albertn.1742]

How much did it go up by and total per year? I'm getting quoted 1600/year so I'm just curious what others are paying

[@alexanderelifeiner]

@@albertn.1742 I have only 7 years of driving experience recognized in Ontario. So, I'm paying around $4K/year. It went up for $200 from last year.

[@dnizzle23]

I put 5500 kms on mine already. I like it a lot. The fuel economy is getting better and better as the engine is broken in. Owned a long list of competitors including the x3 m40i, macan s & turbo and gla45 and this has a lot of those beat in most categories.

[@normt430]

Big savings on Lexus too! 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).

[@richardnavratil9661]

What is your long term mpgs then after it's broken in? I know they had a tester that gets beat up and not broken in, but their advertised 11l/100km (21ish mpg) is pretty bad for a hybrid 4 popper. If you're careful on the throttle, you get that in some full size trucks these days.

[@robervin9107]

Love you both

[@jacobrev6567]

I really like the new Lexus RX actually it looks so sick

[@YuriTereshyn]

Looks amazing especially in that color

[@jacobrev6567]

@@YuriTereshyn The color looks so beautiful

[@naveenthemachine]

@@YuriTereshyn color maybe but everything else it badly falls apart in

[@normt430]

Plenty to choose from as there is 3,500 for sale on Autotrader in the states!

[@tate6767]

I have a 2022 NX350H and really don't understand the issues with the cruise control buttons on the steering wheel. It highlights what the buttons are on the heads up display. Not sure how you find it easier to look down at the dash to see what the buttons do. Also I completely agree that you have to think of the infotainment as a vessel to apple carplay/android auto. I literally never use the built in system (only use wireless android auto) but the NX also still has a physical knob to change drivemode. Might be worth using if they ever pushed out split screen so I can have music and navigation at once. One issue I do have with using android auto is that you won't get the directions on the HUD if you use google maps instead of the built in navigation.

[@sheldonancill5290]

I'm sure one day that accelerater pedal will go through the floor the way you press down on it 😂

[@desiperson9252]

You definitely can change drive modes while staying in Apple car play I have an rx500. It’s in the climate control area of the screen in the centre there are 2 buttons hit the on the right and it should pop up your drive modes and other options I saw in the review your tester did that too I guess you didn’t notice.

[@TheStraightPipes]

The point is that it’s not a physical button. So Apple CarPlay has to disappear while you change the modes

[@desiperson9252]

@@TheStraightPipes oh I get it I thought you meant you had to go back by hitting the lexus button and then change modes

[@baddiesworldwde]

@@TheStraightPipes They can be "almost" physical buttons, you replace the display switch on the right steering switch for drive modes instead

[@ChristopherSimmons]

You can custom program one of the right steering wheel buttons to change drive mode with one click. And really, most people don't need to change drive modes while driving anyway. When you leave your house, going to the grocery store with five stoplights, normal is fine. If going on freeway trip, maybe sport. No need to change while driving for "most" people, using common sense.

[@raspas99]

Your complaints are really valid.

[@Cv2CaboVerde]

I seen this Lexus on the street and knew I wanted to know more about it so thank you for this lol

[@valiway7177]

Nice wrap rose gold love it

[@VMATT500C]

Will the Heads-Up work with Polarized glasses?

[@KasVTK]

Like this one, especially in black.

[@mattm1697]

The irony of seeing a Marvel Trailer during this review was not lost on me 🤣

[@aarontuttle2830]

Literally just saw this color in person!

[@goprocbr]

Nice to see you two doing reviews together again. Thought you guys broke up.

[@clearcut6818]

Covid

[@ekimagem]

I saw this same one driving to work a few weeks ago sitting at a light. Almost broke my neck. My moms Favorite color is copper....i normally see them in plain white.

[@cartrack730]

Love my Lexus, but the new 24 Lincoln Nautilus is pouring on the luxury and the screens are incredible.

[@SKLIFEstyle]

I legit thought this was one of Yuri's masterful thumbnail edits, but the paints legit. 😮

[@raichuraichu7632]

Bro that intro beat is HARD AF. Did not expect that 😂

[@TheGunner197]

The front hood hammer head look reminds me of the Toyota Supra front hood.

[@Charliz_shorts22]

1:58 yo stop snapping at me lol 😂

[@hipstyhopsty2685]

I was thinking that too 😂😂😂

[@wayneh1562]

seen it in person,good looking vehicle

[@tylerxaysana]

The color is gorgeous, but if I were to own one I would go with something more subtle/basic like white or blue. I personally think it's a good car, but I just can't wrap my head around paying for all those features just for them to cause headache cause they're hard to use

[@MTater_]

Currently own a 2022 Veloster N. Thinking about ordering a 2024 Mustang GT with performance pack and yes I live in the GTA, so far haven't heard of many stolen vehicles at least where I live.

[@lchanceiv]

Yurt can you give me a link to where you got the shirt. That is awesome!!

[@TheKing__]

@thestraightpipes What ever happened to you guys doing the Box test on these type of cars? Bring that back!

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

Literally got my nails painted to match this paint color when I got delivery of mine

[@burnoutlegend1]

Beautiful car and beautiful design. I’m good with my 2015 Lexus RX 69k miles and plan to keep it.

[@GreyCrowe]

Be dope if the paint turned green over time

[@baronvonjo1929]

Dude that would be great

[@stefand1254others]

That's a cool Lexus but personally im a stealth guy, i don't like flashy colours, i like it in black with red interior

[@ianwilson2968]

Slightly confused. Why is is better to have the steering wheel button control icons on the gauge rather than on the HUD where it’s more on your eye line? Great colour.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Polarized glasse

[@RelicDavvi]

​@TheStraightPipes Should have mentioned this reasoning in the video. The polarized glasses/sunglasses issue is across the board on most makes though for HUDs. The pads work with the HUD. On non HUD versions you get marked buttons. If you think about it, what's used most is the cruise function on the right pad. I rarely use other functions found on the pads after a while.

[@TheStraightPipes]

They just shouldn’t have buttons that change and do different things.

[@esteresti8907]

hello, is there a massage feature in the front seats? And is there an option list? And do the rear wheels turn left or right during the turn?

[@naveenthemachine]

No no and no 😂

[@TheStraightPipes]

The lumber doesn’t even go up and down

[@bryanstuart5393]

​@@TheStraightPipes up/down lumbar support and "front of the seat extenders" are an option on the non-f-sport seats.

[@bryanstuart5393]

The rear wheels turn the opposite direction at low speeds to turn sharper, and at high speeds they turn in the same direction to make lane changes at a shallower angle.

[@vap57]

That colour is fantastic! It really does look like they melted copper onto it!😊

[@artieartya]

Hey everyone, I bought the 2023 RX premium very curious when I’m washing it by hand on my driveway what is the best way to do it where it doesn’t keep beeping at me because it thinks I’m trying to unlock the doors or lock the doors constantly beeping?

[@Pinkpolo85]

I’m feeling some type of way that Jacob didn’t know what Wakanda is. And couldn’t wait to take that shirt off!!! I’ve never seen the movie and know what Wakanda is…

[@TheStraightPipes]

I don’t watch comic movies. Batman is sick

[@user-lr2ot5lw6c]

For the lane change assist u actually need to hold the turning signal to make it work

[@user-lr2ot5lw6c]

And the HUD display quality is not good at all😂

[@markvisser388]

Looks amazing actually

[@ProjectM97]

I was hoping to hear a little bit more comparison with the Acura MDX

[@TheStraightPipes]

Isn’t it more of an rdx. No 3 cheater three row?

[@ProjectM97]

@@TheStraightPipes I always thought of the NX competing with the RDX since they are both loosely based on the RAV4 and CR-V.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Ya eh

[@ToxicCookie]

@@ProjectM97 I think that’s when the TX will come in, Lexus tried to compete with 3rd row seating last Gen with the RX L and they did very poorly in sales due to the joke of a 3rd row, the TX based on the grand highlander hopes to introduce a proper 3rd row luxury crossover fighter

[@matthewwitter3656]

In 2019 my next door neighbours had their rx stolen and they thought I did it because I had mentioned once before that I love the Lexus rx so much and I wish I could get one for free

[@TheStraightPipes]

Haha

[@mattspeer01]

Lexus has always had the best paintjobs (quality-wise, not necessarily color-wise)

[@MosquitoXR13]

Wth did Lexus install a dot matrix printer from the 90s in the center console?

[@AliensKillDevils.]

Thank you very much. God bless you. Have a good day. Best Regards. Enjoy the sunshine, fresh fruits, and vegetables.

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

Simply the best in class

[@naveenthemachine]

Um yeah no it’s not fanboy😂 Better luck next time

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

@@naveenthemachine lmao y do u get jealous every time i comment !!! 😂😂😂 Be man !! Be strong !!

[@naveenthemachine]

@@ibrahimbashir6634 LOL. It’s your fanboy comment that’s getting called out. The vast majority of us can quickly pick apart your comment and show you just how wrong you arw

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

@@naveenthemachine don't get jealous !! I pray that ur ideal companies kia/hyundai may reach the success level and dominion of king Toyota/Lexus !!!... xD Its gonna take a while maybe whole eternity

[@ryanturnerboles]

Best in class with a turbo 4 banger and a hybrid system that still gets outran by the base model Q5 😂 So much for that “performance”.

[@RednblkOne]

My insurance did nothing! Lol my RX got stolen in Toronto, RX F Sport series 3.. Ghana loves it

[@vernonpaigejr.1517]

Wow, factory paint. That's crazy.

[@Richpopballa]

What kind of watch does Jakub have?

[@JD-nw1jl]

any plan to review the RX 350h ?

[@nomsi4263]

I think Lexus did a great thing with the looks, but I hope they update the info as quickly as possible, can't believe I am going to say this. But hopefully they will release patch soon to fix it.

[@Th3laztgam3r98]

The Rhett and Link of car reviews.

[@toms_garage]

I love that copper colour!

[@ChristopherSimmons]

170 miles on my odomoter, sport mode full time; so far avg 23.7 MPG. By comparison, my 2002 SportCross with V6, and 1000 lbs lighter, and 100 less horsepower, can barely do 21 MPG.

[@youngblood23rb]

Any updates? Miles, enjoyment, mpg?

[@ChristopherSimmons]

26.2 best mpg/ Love it@@youngblood23rb

[@mabuleonkars9706]

7:49 do the fax machine sounds go on forever 😂

[@TheStraightPipes]

It goes a bit. Then stops

[@Mrnovanova]

I hate when car makers come up with solutions to problems that don't exist. I really loved my old Mazda cx5 control knob.