Tesla vs. Lexus: Which provides a better luxury brand experience?

[@NoOne-im3cs]

I work at the lexus dealership and dont compare just cars. Compare how they are built in factory, which one offers a better service, who has premium cars and dealerships. In all those comparisons which i mention above Lexus is a winner. ( not trying to hate just telling my opinion)

[@deeputhomas5397]

Then do you have any explanation for the massive popularity of Tesla cars? People waiting 6 months to get a Tesla.

[@GuuiYae]

@@deeputhomas5397 Electric ⚡️ car, new trend, drive tesla is cool, it’s flex, you drive Tesla is like you are an influencer. I own both Model Y and Lexus rx 450h. Each is good in difference ways. Both are not perfect, problems here and there.

[@averagejoe1739]

@@GuuiYae im debating between a used model s 90D 2016 1 owner 29k. miles and a 2016 lexus gs 350 f sport. personally for you since you have both brands what car would you chose ?

[@GuuiYae]

@@averagejoe1739 in your case, i would choose gs 350 over the s 90D 20216. The older gens of Tesla prone to have problems. Even the newest one still gives the owner headache here and there. Just watch out with the used GS, have it inspect by certified technician, usually they’re bullet proof, you can drive it for another 10 years and give it to your kid.

[@averagejoe1739]

@@GuuiYae gotcha Yaa I’ve already been told it’s not worth getting a older model s. Ik Lexus are pretty bullet proof I have family who have the 2013 gs what do you mean by watch out for the Lexus ? The gs 2016 have issues to look out for ?

[@yatimes6979]

Lexus = Versailles. Tesla = Ikea!

[@gregolsen1489]

I was about to buy a model Y and trade in my 2015 Lexus RX 450h but you logically changed my mind and convinced me to stick with Lexus brand. I'll be buying a 2022 RX350 next week. Thank you bro.

[@GuuiYae]

don buy 2022 rx 350. Wait for the 2023 model. it will be redesigned and more fancy interior just like NX.

[@3PointTurn]

I appreciate this comment! Thank you so much! Been MIA but more content coming out!

[@benjaminsmith2287]

What about RZ? If you were going to downgrade to a Y, and I think the Y is a downgrade from an RX in terms of being a car, then you were considering an all-electric. The RZ is that. Of course, you'd have to wait for it and it would be a first-gen model.

[@mocheen4837]

I have the Lexus GX470 and Tesla Model 3 Performance. I also have a Porsche 911 S and BMW M3. The Tesla gets driven the most but is not the most fun to drive. In terms of interior, I would rank the Tesla last. In terms of speed the Tesla is the fastest. Young people today seem to gravitate towards having a Tesla as their dream car. I find that really odd.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

@@mocheen4837 I think that will change in time.

[@richardloewenhagen3818]

Wow, 2% of the market, but 90% of the press coverage! This is the perfect definition of "HYPE'. Thanks for pointing this out.

[@markforeman91]

There is one thing my local Lexus does that you don't find too much. That is when you need service of any kind the dealer comes to my house with a loaner car and takes my car in for service and brings it back at no added charge. I mean free how is that for wanting your business...

[@yvesfortin3643]

If Tesla cars were as well built as a Lexus, I might be interested, but these cars are hastily built with cheap materials. The customer service is awful. By the way, Lexus will be coming up with 100% electric models very soon.

[@hakeemkareem3211]

I just bought a Lexus RX450h+. It has 37 miles of EV and gas tank that takes 14 gallons of gas which gives 500 miles that I rarely use. My daily commute to and from work is about 10 mikes. Charging the battery is about 2 hours and 40 minutes on my home level 2 charger. The car has 304hp. The interior outclass any Tesla model by far. The technology on the RX 450h+ is almost at per with Tesla. And the resale value of Lexus is far better than that of Tesla. Tesla is over hyped.

[@loulou9878]

Next time, just don't insult Lexus like this. Nothing is luxurious about a Tesla.

[@enjayneering]

I agree with everything said here. Tesla has really lost sight of customer satisfaction and is basically dismissive any complaints, saying everything, like panel gaps, are within spec.

[@PhilT993]

I agree and this is the struggle I have been dealing with for the last year while considering switching from the luxury European and Asian cars to Tesla. I find Tesla is really interesting and different to try out, but the quality and customer experience is a constant concern. After owning over 50 different ICE cars, maybe it is time for a change. We will have to see which way I jump in the next month or two.

[@JR-jz7mt]

What did you end up choosing? And why?

[@PhilT993]

@@JR-jz7mt Hi, I ended up buying a new 2021Tesla Model 3 Long Range and took delivery on December 26. I am very much enjoying the Tesla experience. I decided in the end that I really wanted to try something new, so an EV was the way to go. Having owned many Expensive cars , I wanted to get away from the expensive service that goes along with them. Most new cars even have required warranty service at certain intervals that can run into thousands over the first 5 years of ownership. Tesla has none. Living in a salty winter climate in Canada, I do clean my brake calipers each Spring, which I do myself. Hybrids, or plug-in hybrids don't appeal to me as they are only able to travel very short distances on their batteries and, I believe, may be subject to even more maintenance on their complex drive systems. You still have all the regular maintenance on the gas engine with the whole electrical system added on top. I chose Tesla over other high-end EVs because of their efficiency, performance and their dedicated Supercharging network which makes long distance completely effortless. I think Tesla's 10 year head start in the EV industry gives them a huge head start with their knowledge and technology. I looked very hard and could not find a better choice in that price range. There are a lot of new EV's hitting the market this year and I like to keep informed on the other guys.

[@hakeemkareem3211]

@@PhilT993Tesla is over hyped. It is so ubiquitous just like Toyota Camry. No longer a status symbol like Lexus, Mercedes, BMW, Porsche and Audi.

[@GuuiYae]

i own both Lexus rx 450h 2020 and Tesla model y. In my opinion, these two brands should not be put into comparison. It's totally 2 difference worlds. Lexus produce fine car with reliable engine, but. boring technology. Tesla produces fine EV with advance tech, but poor quality control. People say owning ICE car has a lot of things to deal with such as engine this and that. My experience with my Lexus, I only visit dealer ONCE a year for oil change. I do tires swap by myself.

[@stevesinclair1791]

Lexus again here in UK have come top for reliability and customer satisfaction for many years .

[@regmatt]

i think its better to keep one gas car like if your concerned about reliability and one electric vehicle , one way you could , and if your paying this money for tesla dont think like fool that your gonna get stranded on road think that definitly its got its warranty to keep running and save gas on the other end and strong resale value .

[@nathanlathouse8779]

LOVE your intermittent illustrations!

[@benjaminsmith2287]

I know millennials and even younger people that don't like Teslas. They like Hyundai, Kia, Honda and such. I'm not sure Tesla is a status symbol anymore since they're so ubiquitous. They have a following and such, but luxury? Lexus is refinement. Mercedes. Audi. Porsche. You can find clean designs (minimalistic) now from Polestar. But even minimalism has fine small details. And I'm not bashing Tesla. Just the overhype around them. Tesla is doing some great things and the Y, for instance, has really excellent space utility and efficiency. My problem is as a car the Y has a harsh ride. And it isn't like I don't like a firm ride. I do. The Y is firm and harsh and busy, not refined firm. The body structure, the control at speed, a lot of car refinement qualities are just average on Teslas. My thoughts are Tesla needs to work on car refinement while others need to work on tech/software and spend more time making the cars rather than speeding them through the assembly process. In time, others will start to offer EVs at scale and the shine will be off of Tesla and perhaps on to other brands. They need to improve for their own sake regardless of their growth and popularity now.

[@ngupta76]

Very well said !

[@Ultimate007A]

I will go with the Lexus any day

[@achengster4]

TIL- Lexus has master artisans.

[@bohemio3952]

Very good video. I need to upgrade to an RX450H or Tesla Model Y. The only thing is that I am thinking in saving gas an trips to the Gas Station. But I am very.concerned about Tesla. How good are they in the winter, heating, etc.

[@3PointTurn]

Thanks for watching! Depending on where you live and how cold it gets, the range on the Tesla will drop significantly if it is extremely cold. The RX450h is a great vehicle and range anxiety is non existent. If it’s your only car, I would do the Lexus. If you have another car, then you can get the Tesla if you want the full EV experience. For me, I don’t like to revolve my schedule or directions around the charging stations placements. I also don’t want to be stuck in a predicament if an emergency comes up. Good luck on deciding!

[@bohemio3952]

@@3PointTurn Thanks so much for your help. You are absolutely right, anxiety could be an issue. I think I am going to get the RX450H. Later on after I finish paying it. I will sell my old Mercedes Benz E350 2007 that I only use in the summer and purchase an EV. By then, if God wishes, I will have solar panels and a proper wall charging station at home. Gracias 🙏

[@aerohk]

Tesla is a tech company that make advanced car. It's not true luxury.

[@ellenyyang]

Nice haircut dude!

[@danielnguyen6436]

Your opinion is amazing!

[@apolitis1]

Tesla assembles cars just like airplane staff tosses luggage onto the conveyor belt

[@davidpavlich8939]

For the price, Tesla is an embarrassment when it comes to fit, finish, and refinement. I drive a 2017 GS 350 and it's as tight as the first day on the road. Only regular maintenance. My next car will be another Lexus which will be my third.

[@richardloewenhagen3818]

Tesla is obviously NOT a luxury automobile. Its body designs are plain vanilla. Their interiors are spartan at best. Their fit and finish leave much to be desired. The ergonomics interface with the driver are tacky at best. I'm a big fan of electric vehicles, but Teslas are grossly over-priced and over-hyped.

[@amietsai9729]

Lexus all the way:)

[@LiveThroughGarbage]

Tesla is trash. Their build quality is EMBARASSING. Like no XD

[@NOSFERATU_ONE]

got some sources on that? I'm simply curious

[@thepcuser5469]

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[@NOSFERATU_ONE]

@@thepcuser5469 thx

[@ld4974]

Tesla is a luxury brand?

[@adriF.A]

It's like comparing God to chihuahua poop.

[@ngupta76]

😂😂😂

[@RedHare77]

Smashhhh

[@deeputhomas5397]

Will you buy an Iphone with bit of fit and finish issues that can be fixed withe a service appointment or a flip phone with extremely good fit and finish. You are just picking and choosing the advantages Lexis has. Those advantages are going to disappear in few years while you live in denials like this. You will eat your words in few years.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

That comparison is weak and way too often used. Both a Tesla and a Lexus are cars with a similar format but a different propulsion system. It's more like a steam train vs. an electric one. Phones and cars are much different types of products. All car makers are computerizing their cars and tech goes beyond what Tesla shows. Great tech is transparent, why a car will glide over bumps and dips because of software controlling its suspension that the user doesn't even see, but experiences. Not all tech is through a screen.

[@ngupta76]

@@benjaminsmith2287 Very well said !

[@hakeemkareem3211]

Check out Lexus RX 450h+ and see if the technology does not match that of Tesla. Tesla is over hyped. It is so ubiquitous now that it is just like Toyota Camry. Not in anyway a status symbol like Lexus, Mercedes Benz, BMW and Audi.