The 2023 Lexus RX 350h Is A Much Improved Hybrid Luxury SUV

[@theredline]

Happy Friday everyone! We managed to shoot 2 separate videos and combined the RX350 (turbo) and RX350h (hybrid) powertrains into this video! Be sure to also watch our second review on the RX500h and RX450h+ as well! After driving all four variants of the new RX, we feel this RX350h hybrid powertrain will be the sweet spot for most RX buyers! Lexus really knocked it out of the park with this generation.

[@naveenthemachine]

Compared to the Cadillac xt6 sure they knocked it out of the park But compared to a gv80 or telluride palisade calligraphy aviator xc90 no they failed badly

[@lawrenceredden9049]

Hey Soyfan, I’m interested in starting my own page for vehicle reviews, what advice would you give me? Thank you!!

[@MrMustangrick]

@@naveenthemachine gv 80 is larger and a gas hog. No available hybrid.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@MrMustangrick but in the luxury space does that matter? If you can afford the high cost you can certainly afford to pay for the gas mileage Just like if you can afford a Jeep Trackhawk or Hellcat you can most certainly afford to pay for the atrocious gas mileage like that even matters

[@alexzman85]

Is this the same powertrain as Highlander and sienna hybrid?..

[@jackiejohnston9732]

I love my old v6 but decided to try the new rx350h and took a few weeks to get used to. I got the luxury package and love it!

[@mervinprone]

You don’t find it slow or loud or the engine sound ugly?

[@dominicsanguinetti8397]

The “push” button is to raise the forward most cup holder back up to normal height. If you push the bottom of that cup holder down, it will provide a deeper cup holder for larger bottles

[@TheFernandesWay]

Just got it last week! It’s amazing!

[@rahulshah1408]

Just had the Rx gas turbo as a loaner. Very impressive. I got 32 mpg highway.

[@Healthy_Stuff279]

2:48 I did not like the original hourglass grill, but I think this blending of design element from the engine hood into the front grill is actually unique and creative: it looks good.👍

[@jacobdreyar5]

Funny how 95% of these people who will never own these cars are bashing it. Interior and exterior are mostly preference as they all have more or less the same technology. Although Lexus is owned by Toyota it’s far from being the same vehicle, much like how Audi is just a Volkswagen. P.s I own a BMW m3 and a Toyota 4Runner so I’m not subjective. Can’t afford it? Move on.

[@joepark6249]

Very well said mate

[@davevolz6138]

U hit da nail on da head.

[@lexusformetwo7097]

Why bash a beautiful car that has been amazingly reliable, holds their value well and have been a huge success for Lexus??

[@Carfan678]

Ppl are allowed to have opinions whether they were gonna buy it or not

[@zacjackson6181]

I have the 2022 highlander hybrid platinum and the only reason I didn’t do the RX was the even smaller size, but this is honestly a sharp, well thought out re-entry of an always reliable vehicle.

[@2006gtobob]

My wife and I JUST returned from our local Lexus dealer, so the interior is very fresh in my mind. We are considering the 2022 RX 450h. Upon viewing this I consider the interior of the 2023 to be a downgrade in some regards compared to the 2022 due to the lack of buttons for commonly used items, abandoning them to screens. Ugh. In other ways, some nice upgrades, the cameras are better, that's good. Backseat accommodations, definitely nicer. As far as drivetrains are concerned, the V6 is the clear winner and I don't understand why Lexus abandoned the buttery smooth V6 for a thrashy 4 cylinder, and ultimately that's what has steered me away from a 2023, looking for one of the last V6 hybrids in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area.

[@gregorytrane7828]

I have to agree.

[@lexusjoe2997]

Lexus ditched the V6 only in this model for MPG. The 500h F sport is the new V8 drive train for those like u

[@MarjorainMD]

In agreement 💯 with the sentiment in all areas Robert, I’m currently looking for a 2022 Luxury RX 350. It doesn’t require premium gas and it has an excellent comfortable isolated ride, a plus for me @ 6’2 and 230 lbs. On a final note, the lack of CD player in the 2023 models are a downer for me personally, being 64 yrs old with a huge CD yesteryear collection well, I’m happy I can still play those in the 2022 model with the Mark Levinson audio system.

[@randyderksen4358]

You won't like the noisy 4 cyl. and the constant beeping safety alerts on the 2023 - definite downgrade from the silky quiet V6 on earlier models. This is not RX DNA, not even close.

[@2006gtobob]

@Lexus Joe There has never been a V8 in the RX lineup. And I don't care how much horsepower is in the 500h F Sport. You failed to comprehend what I was saying.

[@LooxJJ]

this day and age of Tesla, cars are no longer a “show off” commodity. It is just like a smart phone - you have to be comfortably using it as utilitarian needs - no longer term “Luxury” applies to it anymore. And Lexus & Toyota simply nailed it - simple, reliable, comfortable, and most of all quality all over it.

[@gnarl12]

Correct. I also love how certain reviewers dog Lexus SUVs for not being "sporty enough".... Yeah dude I'm SURE the European competition can pull twice the Gs on a skidpad 😅

[@josephs1752]

All is good until you hit that 100k mile mark with the 4-cylinder. Then you wish you bought a Tesla.

[@gnarl12]

@@josephs1752 you meant 250k miles

[@jreal.89]

I’m so happy to see them change that damn grill

[@The_kayotic]

I used to think it looked cool, now i think it looks horrific

[@TheInternationalist]

This one looks worse

[@Thissandthat]

350H is definitely the way to go!

[@naveenthemachine]

Nah. 350h is a hard sell Because it’s the same exact powertrain as the highlander and sienna hybrids

[@freehypes]

@@naveenthemachine not really. it has the RX name and people want a hybrid for eco/gas reasons..plus those who want the lexus badge will go for it regardless over the toyotas just because of status/preference

[@naveenthemachine]

@@freehypes so then why wouldn’t you just get a highlander or sienna hybrids and have your maintenance done at a Lexus dealer? You still get the same customer experience

[@freehypes]

@@naveenthemachine because people have brand preferences. lexus > toyota for some. badge is a thing even if you think its silly. if someone likes an RX more than the 2 cars youre talking about..then they're gonna get the RX. its that simple really. sure the other 2 could make more sense and be cheaper, but everyone has their own preference

[@Thissandthat]

@@naveenthemachine you sit back and watch, it’s going to sell well! Yes it’s the same powertrain and that’s totally a good thing! Super smooth and great mid range power. The rx has always have the same power train as the sienna in Highlander so it makes sense. That’s what Lexus customers want

[@chuckkerber4735]

I'm on my third RX- first Hybrid. My 2011 runs perfectly, but I'm still going to get the new model! Great review.

[@leivaandre]

Hope you didn’t do it, the older version looks way nicer

[@randyderksen4358]

You will hate the 4cyl noise and the constant beeping alerts on the 23

[@naveenthemachine]

11:46. Sofyan you said you can’t get advanced park in the premium plus model. Yet, I can see the self parking button right there next to the 360 camera button

[@jsc5590]

Such a GREAT review…you combine so much pragmatic, useful information into your reviews, thank you so much!!

[@ikelaiho]

I am glad they retained the front side triangular mini window from the original RX300. Hope to get this soonest.

[@JTKels]

Finally, a decent review about Lexus. This review of first Hyundai vehicles I prefer extremely liability. I just purchased a 24 RX extremely happy with it. Premium plus trim

[@Danielle-tx2es]

In Puerto Rico...we have electricity problems so regular hybrids is just perfect.

[@Slim1986]

The interior is nice, but I expected more from Lexus. What I do like is how Lexus give u options on engines. Awsome review as always!!!

[@naveenthemachine]

Lexus won’t do better because genesis and Lincoln destroyed them

[@mattmekhaeil]

@@naveenthemachine do they genesis fanboy? Last I recalled the RX outsold them

[@kdiggitydog7696]

Agree with the comment about the interior being below expectations. Especially if they’re going more upmarket, their interiors need to make a bit more of a statement. The interior in my 2020 ES 300h was one of my all-time favorite interiors. It had visual interest and dripped with class. This interior, although I’m sure it’s well put together, seems a bit boring.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@mattmekhaeil the RX outselling genesis doesn’t make it better Based on your logic Lexus must be better than Bentley rolls Royce Porsche because you know. Lexus sell more than those three combined

[@mattmekhaeil]

@@naveenthemachine nobody in their right mind has ever said Lexus is better then Bentley or rolls Royce. Those are ultra luxury brands Lexus and genesis are far from that. That is something you would say. You’re a genesis fanboy and you think they are best luxury brand out there today and will outclass the competition

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

Have a Good New Year! BTW, I prefer the New Painted Front Facia, especially the grill. Everything seems to blend in nicely and cohesively!!

[@dontarguewithidiots7459]

I have a 2024 rx350h and have put 20k miles on it already. It is EXCELLENT. Very quiet, very smooth. It FEELS more powerful than it is on the highway because of the electric motor. I get low-mid 30's and I'm a leadfoot. Only downside? the 4-cyl is a bit rattle-y. Other than that, it's REALLY good.

[@cadenbrigstocke6043]

11:57 Actually the button for Advanced Park is next to the panoramic view monitor button

[@bellosanimada8888]

Aa Really brought home how bad the situation is when the guy at the end expressed gratitude for simply having enough space to stand up inside his shared apartments.

[@izangemmanueldaniel2552]

Good 😊

[@izangemmanueldaniel2552]

I feel like a king 🤴 now in 600 sqf apartment, I could never live in Hong Kong under those conditions 😐. Poor people, the government should change their policies.

[@henrychukzy8937]

yes, agreed

[@henrychukzy8937]

These is,nt good in the sense that it ends up affecting civilians financially in different angles of life

[@bukargoni7199]

We see complains here and there on social media ,from different people in different parts all around the world

[@CoralSea]

My hunch is Lexus makes more money with the turbo engine model. And that's why they push for it.

[@rex1903]

I’m a huge RX fan but going all EV for me. Going with model Y Performance.

[@The_kayotic]

Maybe try RZ

[@michaels3003]

"A smidge quicker..." Unless the passenger was hiding in the trunk, having a little bit less "weight" in the vehicle helps.

[@cad1llacstatus]

These powertrains fit the NX much better 😏

[@itmustbelove08]

I love how you’re about that key fob life. I say the same thing. I don’t like when they keep the same fob for years and years…….and years!

[@nickshayan6633]

every review different location this is a professional job and useful as well,well done

[@williamdrijver4141]

After a serious crash rescue services arrive at this new RX. With traditional door handles they could attach a chain / cable easily and apply lots of force. With this new electronic door handle, is that still possible? And if the 12V battery goes out, can you still enter the car?

[@Rocket9944]

Because of the non-functioning door handles I would not buy this vehicle.

[@naveenthemachine]

Yes you can. There’s supposed to be a manual release on the drivers side door handle. There’s a video on this You pop out the cover where the key would go, insert the key turn it, and pull the discrete handle below the door handle to open it

[@mystic316]

The incandescent turn signal in the front really throws me off. Just why, Lexus.

[@joysun364]

I won’t buy red car, but this red RX is good looking.

[@swatkatz777]

This is the only channel I hit like before even continuing the video. Thank you Sofyan

[@kwahaus]

Great review as always. Lose the sunglasses! I noticed that the bamboo on the sliding panel in the center doesn't match what is around the shifter. Not very Lexus like.

[@cornbread70s4]

By far the best auto review channel. Happy subscriber since 2016

[@RLTtizME]

💋😜👈

[@invincibleforce533]

The instrument panel is actually perfect! Remember, bigger isn’t always better.

[@canmtb4676]

My 2006 RX-400h does 0-60 in 7.2 sec. And it got over 300k miles on it !

[@randyderksen4358]

I have a 2008 400h with over 315k kl. love it. I use only 87 octane gas - never skips a beat!

[@Jen-eb5dy]

What’s your mpg?

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

If only MDX has hybrid and touch screen, I would like to buy it.

[@joniboulware1436]

They are so out of it with electrification. I like the MDX space more.

[@williamdrijver4141]

I don't get the F-sport, who are they kidding? It's a comfort and luxury oriented family SUV. It's never going to be a sports wagon.

[@ShaftDrive]

So I just sold my 2015 x5.d. Just ordered a rx350h with the ultra luxury package. I can’t wait to pick it up. On the test ride the nice was higher then I wanted. Preferred the f sporty look but looking for good gas mileage.

[@jhollie8196]

Just purchased the RX350H Luxury and happy with the car. Tossed our 2022 Lexus ES350 because we did not like the ride. Thanks for sharing

[@joelewis8992]

I want a Lexus so bad but so expensive may have to settle for a Toyota 😢

[@kdiggitydog7696]

Very curious to compare the ride in this new RX hybrid to that in the Highlander Hybrid. Test drove the Highlander and absolutely loved the feel over the road. It was very similar to my previous ES hybrid, and I mean that in a good way. If this feels similar, I’d be very interested.

[@naveenthemachine]

Dude they are exactly the same. Both ride on the same TNGA K platform

[@kdiggitydog7696]

@@naveenthemachine do you speak from experience? I’m skeptical because there are tons and tons of Toyotas and Lexii being built on that platform, and I know from experience the ride qualities can be very, very different between vehicles.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@kdiggitydog7696 I’ve been in a Highlander hybrid and it rode very smooth I doubt you’d feel any difference in the RX since they have the same wheelbase. The only way the RX would ride softer is if it had an air suspension. Only it doesnt

[@kdiggitydog7696]

@@naveenthemachine I’m actually worried it might ride more stiffly. Unfortunately none of the reviewers who’ve actually driven the RX 350h have made the comparison we’re making here. Hopefully once press cars become available for longer term tests, we’ll start to see the relevant head-to-heads.

[@Boston_canon]

@@naveenthemachine nope, my parents own a tnga-k hybrid rav4, I recently get the 2022 sienna . I also take ride with my colleague with his tnga-k highlander to frequently. For me It’s completely three different ride feels. Sienna>highlander> rav4 . I wish this gen rx has better NVH than others

[@haduong5828]

Can someone tell me what is different trims between the 2023 RX 350H premium plus and luxury. Thanks. I’m interesting on this 2023 350H.

[@MoondogMayne]

I believe the main things luxury adds are Mark Levinson sound, 21” wheels, panoramic moon roof and semi analine leather interior.

[@wangfrank5724]

great content！love the redesigned interior！

[@Imjustme007]

Question, is the all new RX350 14” center screen black and white lcd or color screen? Looking at other rivals-GLE350, BMW X5 and Audi, their center screens looks more like OLED screen. Very crisp and clean and tastefully colorful. The RX screen looks very cheap to me. Almost as if it’s some kids iPad. 🤔🤷🏾

[@derspeed5796]

To me It looks great, except the grille and C pillar. I like the flat nose, but the grille doesn’t look finished. Bring it up to the hood or make the nose solid. The floating C pillar is unnecessary. Let it go. The car would look more stout with a full C pillar.

[@rezabeheshti5479]

I like how you started the video with the Lexus next to a sign that says "TRASH." 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@b3r15ky]

Please, dealers…don’t markup this car like the Type R… so peasants like me can enjoy luxury cars before we die.

[@Tyopozzx]

Great review and I agree the rx350h seems like the better choice.

[@vprrealtor6244]

Can you mirroring youtube from your phone to the media console?

[@Angel-810]

I think you can skip the moonroof tilting and sliding demo. I haven't seen a car in the last 20 years with a moonroof that doesn't tilt and slide. I would like to see what's in the cargo/trunk since a lot of cars don't have a spare tire anymore. Please let us know If there is a spare and if the rear seats recline. Thanks. Love your videos!

[@BobWright1]

Luxury car manufacturers invest significant time and money improving the look of their interiors with each new model, including the look of their entertainment systems. Unfortunately, the Apple Carplay user interface looks cartoonish in luxury vehicles in my opinion and out of place. It looks more appropriate for a teenager in a cheap Toyota or Kia. Apple really needs to improve the look of Carplay, especially for use in high end, expensive luxury cars.

[@naveenthemachine]

Not entirely. For instance in the tundra or sequoia with the 14 inch screen, apple CarPlay takes up the entire screen top to bottom. Trust me it looks way better in those

[@BobWright1]

@@naveenthemachine I'm more referring to the fluorescent colors used by Apple. You would never see MB, BMW, Audi, Lexus, Bentley, etc. ever design that color scheme into their native entertainment systems. JMPO but it looks cheap and cartoonish, especially in a luxury car.

[@fe2nq]

lol boomer

[@BobWright1]

@@fe2nq lol millie

[@jean-claudebertrand7125]

Have you done a video comparing the NX350h and RX350h? And why choose one vs the other?

[@Jen-eb5dy]

There’s one out there by the couple car review.

[@InvestBetter.]

The Turbo sounds much better, less like a 4-banger/CVT combination The Hybrid always reminds you its a 4-banger/CVT

[@theredline]

That is a good point, but the vast majority of people who will drive this car will never notice and will likely not push the car as hard as we do for demonstration purposes.

[@InvestBetter.]

@@theredline That's why being a car guy matters. It keeps the automakers honest, and accountable.

[@michaels3003]

More like a lawnmower from the sound point of view.

[@jml9550]

@@theredline exactly. Majority of these RX buyers are female, they could care less about that particular noise. As long as it looks great both interior and exterior, they are sold. I know my wife doesn’t care for a 3 seconds 0-60s Lambo or Model YP.

[@haolyu93]

I noticed some other youtubers complained about the driver monitoring system just keep beeping, did you find it annoying? thanks!

[@tonelocrian]

Does the driver's side door ever NOT hava 'solid sounding thunk' ?

[@naveenthemachine]

Well most mainstream Toyotas don’t. corolla Camry venza rav4 etc

[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!!!!!!!!

[@josefernandez2722]

How would you compare the RX350h to the NX350h as far as nimbleness?

[@jml9550]

We tested drive the NX350H and my wife was ok with it. I would think the RX 350H may be less nimble due to height, size and weight. Anyway we are on the waiting list on a NX350H.

[@josefernandez2722]

@@jml9550 Thanks for sharing. I remember driving 2 loaners; a 2021 RX350 and a 2021 NX300 and although the rx was smoother, it felt like I was driving a bus by comparison. The NX felt surprisingly nimble and more fun. I have never owned an suv. I have a2019 GS350 FSport and am used to better handling. Therefore I am more confident that I would enjoy the new NX over the new RX. I also cannot stand that new nose that looks like a great white shark.

[@jml9550]

@@josefernandez2722 yeah that new RX nose will take a little getting used to. My co worker has a 2020 NX300 and he lets me drive it once, you will see a big difference on the 2022 NX, much more solid and confident. But also keep in mind that the NX350H will be slow compares to GS. It is all about efficiency. If you want more room and handling, get the NX500H+, I think it MSRP at $63K+, so $70K out the door at least. That’s quite a sum of cash :)

[@jml9550]

BTW. Nothing beats that 2GR FE V6. Had an 2009 Avalon before, sold it at 160K miles and it ran perfectly. My wife’s 08 RX350 just hits 150K miles still running strong. My 17 ES350 32K miles on her and no a single issue so far in 5 years. As soon as my sons goes to college in a couple of year, I will most likely pick up a 2-3 year old low mileage LC500H. Lexus family for life, well maybe a Porsche 911 gift to myself at retirement :)

[@josefernandez2722]

@@jml9550 Oh yes, I understand that the NX hybrid is not meant for performance. I want to use it for local and city driving. Besides where I live in Staten Island, NY, they have speed cameras and a speed limit of 30 mph so my performance GS can't be used the way it is meant until I take it out of the city. I also want to save on gas while having some luxury and refinement while driving locally. I already have a fun luxury performance GS, so as a second vehicle I was looking for something practical. I really like the ES300h but I wanted more practicality and more nimbleness.

[@jakeadams7229]

How come you and raitis rides always upload at the same time and pretty much the came car?😁

[@mccali2519]

I notice that too

[@laraykoo3216]

oh yup lol

[@maga6319]

Are those two the only one you subscribed? They're are many car reviews that upload the same car on the same time.

[@stickyoxtail]

Most likely embargoes

[@theredline]

Lexus had an embargo that ended this morning at 6am, which means lots of reviewers posted their videos/reviews on this car at the same time 🙃

[@EvendimataE]

that intrior would look nicer if its macadamia and light brownish combination...i think

[@itbeginx]

I agree Tesla is not luxury. If you ever drove one it’s pretty bland. Other than being high tech it’s not better anywhere else. For everyday use I think hybrid plugins are the way to go. But of course everyone has different needs. I still prefer the overall feel of how lexus looks. It’s beautiful and elegant in every way. Whenever I see a Tesla am like that’s an ugly high tech car that needs 30mins of charging every 200miles, road trips gonna be fun!(not really)

[@wojtekm.4074]

hi which one will be better this new gx 350h , jagura f pace or audi q7 ? from this lexues is the newest one , but what about comfort etc

[@The_kayotic]

Ignore the F-pace, thats all I know

[@ilikokherodinashvili2499]

nice review’s

[@brenrob7403]

Creeping up on 1 million subs!

[@oldschool1928]

0:01 I'm staring at the TRASH sign. LOL, tell us how you really feel about the car?? :)

[@dygardion9130]

My complaint.. incandescent turn signals.??? Wow

[@josephtompkins5479]

Great update, would do with 19” tires and out the door in the RED!!

[@mingyucai6559]

I think the internal design of previous version is better, especially the central screen.

[@baileym4708]

The reduction of the 20+ buttons and cd/radio and the shortening of the gear stick cleans everything up for a more modern look and allows for access to the ports much better.

[@fastandfuriousman]

@@baileym4708 i would still prefer buttons and a real shifter, but the CD player going away is ok for me

[@xuimod]

What trims have the HUD? I know the Luxury has a color HUD but which trims get the non-color HUD?

[@nicholasfairbanks7104]

Loved the grill and red color. Great review!

[@KM-lz2ch]

Looking for luxury over performance and removed the 500h from my personal line-up. I prefer the grill and interior options for the 350h. 19" tires = smoother ride and 21" = sportier...right?🤔 I've been car shopping since 2021 and learned that no car is without its imperfections. Glad I waited and saw this baby! RX hadn't caught my eye until now. You had me at comfort and quiet ride! I live in the desert and LOVE the rear heated/ventilated seats (HOT in the summer and COLD in the winter)! Passengers deserve comfort too! Look forward to getting my hands on one (with luxury package)!🤩 As always, thank you for your awesome review!

[@Rocket9944]

Well thank you for letting us know you live in the desert.

[@KM-lz2ch]

@@Rocket9944 Haters gotta hate. Seriously, you are picking on me because I mentioned where I live? If you don't have anything positive to add..try not saying anything. And, you're welcome!

[@alexandergoldman]

Hey, good review. Please note that in the gas model, you had a passenger who was, what 170~180 lbs? If he's not in the car, it might have been a touch faster. Looking at this vs Genesis GV70 (leaning towards the Genny b/c the Lexus styling doesn't look as good to me, but this ain't bad)

[@naveenthemachine]

The Genny is so much better than this overweight rav4

[@badongtagalog5737]

@@naveenthemachinegenesis is bad. Dont like styling specially at the back. It also has poor service and bad transmission. Just like a cheap kia or hyundai car

[@naveenthemachine]

@@badongtagalog5737 bad transmission? Lies 😆 Poor service? Genesis is building dealers. Plus who cares? Genesis has concierge so they can pick up your car and drop off a loaner

[@badongtagalog5737]

@@naveenthemachine google is free. Look it up! Kia/hyundai has bad aftersale service. Ive seen rx everywhere I go but gv70? NOPE and theres a good reason for that! Its an expensive kia.🤣

[@badongtagalog5737]

@@naveenthemachine google is free. You can look it up. Cheap Kia and hyundai have the same problem. Yep! bad aftersales! Kia/hyundai has one of the worst aftersales in the industry. You can also google it. There no luxury in bad aftersales.

[@torezgermy2]

The 2022 civic comes with full LED headlights on all models but here, supposedly we have a luxury SUV with incandescent turn signals? I like Lexus but i can't forgive this. Almost every other Luxury brand offers full LED headlights and taillights.

[@embrj1453]

so the back has buttons for the heating and cooling seats but not the front ...

[@NileshR12]

I don’t understand why they don’t offer the 350h in an F Sport package when they did that for the 450h in the previous generation

[@eric3219]

i always miss the review on sound systems on your reviews

[@Miracles895]

The front looks like dolphins 🐬 head 😊😊

[@FrankP846]

Does anyone know if the front passenger seat has Lumbar Support? Would hate to have to carry a Lumbar pillow in that nice interior.

[@MoondogMayne]

Yes

[@umairejaz6665]

Is the 350h a cvt?

[@sactojlm]

Will use of regular unleaded void the warranty?

[@jml9550]

No it won’t. Base on what I read online, the NX Hybrid which uses the same power train gets better MOG with premium fuel.

[@motoxrider295]

What shoes are you wearing? I like those.

[@michaelpalacio103]

A 2023 luxury Lexus hybrid and they STILL can’t put LED turn signals in them?????!! SMFH

[@kizo172]

Cause Lexus is not luxury brand. Its a rebadged Toyota premium brand. Its a highlander. Not a stand alone luxury like Mercedes or BMW or even Genesis but they charge luxury price.

[@michaelpalacio103]

@@kizo172 Wrong. It is a luxury brand for Toyota. And you can get LED turn signals. You just have to pay the extra thousands of dollars to get it as an option or certain trim levels or on the 500h.

[@kizo172]

@@michaelpalacio103 Exactly. A Luxurified Toyoya lol. Well said

[@davevolz6138]

@@kizo172 huh. Even German stuff is mid market. high end is Mc laren , Pagani Bugatti. Toyota to Lexus. Chevrolet to Cadillac. Its the GM mindset ftom former GM management. That will someday be regretted as new leaders from Korea emerge.

[@michaelpalacio103]

@@kizo172 Same as all the other major car manufacturers. They all have either a lower end version or higher end versions. MB has Maybach and Smart. BMW has Rolls-Royce and Mini. VW has Audi, Bentley, & Porsche. Nissan has Infiniti. Honda had Acura. Ford has Lincoln. The list goes on and on. This is all common knowledge. Where have you been? Living under a rock? 😆

[@motoxrider295]

The last gen RX had about 18cuft of cargo space behind 2nd row. I highly doubt they managed 40 in the redesign.

[@naveenthemachine]

Also 33 cu ft behind the 2nd row in the L version The 2 row cargo space is improvised which I appreciate

[@spider-man3785]

@@naveenthemachine they discontinued the L version anyways

[@InvestBetter.]

You did the run in the Hybrid without a passenger, so that explains the small drop in time

[@michaels3003]

Yes, and maybe a nearly empty fuel tank?

[@platnumj]

I do not like the location of that start/stop button. I don’t get why car manufacturers can’t put the push button in the same general area to where it would be if you used a key 🔑

[@Rocket9944]

Because you'll be fumbling around trying to find the button if it's in steering wheel column, I think that's a great spot for the starter button.

[@Soh90]

Don't understand why everyone is so obsessed with having a huge gauge cluster screen. There is literally zero benefit of having the map display in the gauge cluster other than the ability to tell your friends that you can put your map display in the gauge cluster. I prefer Lexus' approach with this one. The smaller gauge cluster screen tell you the essential driving information. Speed, gas, temperature, and vehicle warning messages. Everything else is on the heads up display and main infotainment screen. I've driven several cars with gauge cluster screens, I mostly didn't use any of the alleged "benefits". My current DD is a 2019 Mazda3 Sedan which also has a smaller less customizable gauge cluster screen that got negative reviews. But I think it's perfect. All the information I need, no nonsense.

[@naveenthemachine]

Put it this way A 2023 highlander and venza will offer a 12.3in lcd cluster. You can’t even get one on a 100+K lexus

[@mikestowe6136]

gonna lose alot of customers droping the v6 the new 4cyl turbo wont be near as reliable the enging will wear out faster n the turbo wont last 80,000 miles just like all the others

[@christofonobrown3659]

What makes you think that? Highlanders have been doing big miles with older versions of this exact drivetrain for a lot of years now. This drivetrain is fully developed at this point. Not knocking the V6, I do agree with you and like it more. But disregarding this setup as an 80,000 mile motor is just wrong.

[@dokdennis88]

Any updates on the Hybrid three row trim that will replace the 450HL?

[@The_kayotic]

None that I know of, im still waiting

[@jayallen7368]

why is no one doing the just the 4 none hybrid

[@shopwithaaron]

Seems like a clumsy way to arrange the controls in the center...And it's new! Thx

[@jamesn.4892]

What's the point of having a bigger dash display if the steering wheel blocks the view of it? I think it's a well done interior. And I still don't understand why people are so obsessed with having a volume knob on the radio. I think it has just become a trendy thing to complain about.

[@cbonez2909]

this SUV is beautiful and I waiting for mid year to get a deal for this suv. The H is 100% the way to go!! If you have the money this is the SUV for your family you want!!! I cant wait to grab 1 of these.

[@jml9550]

We are looking at both RX and NX hybrid as well. The differs around $10-11K the way we spec it.

[@VondaB]

I went from a Tahoe to the 2023 RX350H luxury level trim a month ago. It’s BEAUTIFUL in white and the wheels are so sexy! 😍 This is my transition from “kid mom” to college mom! 🤣 I’m only getting about 32 mpg because I can’t stop hitting that Sport mode button! 😆

[@yater]

How does this compare to the new Acura MDX or the Genesis GV70?

[@naveenthemachine]

Badly. The MDX gv70 gv80 whip it in every way before it even hits dealerships

[@jml9550]

Not even comparable. This SUV is all about MPG, the other 2s get 50% MPG of this but much better driver. Depends on what you are looking for.

[@azamat_bezhanov]

Double wishbone or multi link in rare suspension

[@francoisrochette3808]

One major problem with this new generation RX for those who live in area who has winter is that the design of the front doors goes way below the floor of the car and it's collect all debris from the road. The result is during winter the inside of the doors at the bottom (the huge portion that goes under the floor) is full with snow, ice, calcium, sands. Absolutely terrible it looks awful when you open the doors to go in the car. We hated that on our RX 2023.

[@ElenaBeges]

Is the rearview mirror using a camera?

[@husseinkarsh9398]

Yes, if you have the optional digital rearview mirror

[@edwardma2002]

Thanks for the review! So any idea about the Towing Capacities of the new 2023 RX350 and RX350H?

[@josephs1752]

Great review. In my opinion, the luxury pricing doesn't match the Basic AF engine. Also the mpg is really underwhelming for a hybrid.

[@vincentgrepo3328]

What's the gross weight of this vehicle?

[@michaelrocks27]

We’ll see how long that turbo last