@@rg6982 no it doesn’t. I literally just test drove the new c class and it felt like a club. I’ve learned Mercedes is aiming for more of the younger generation so we like things like that 😉
Great review! Thank you for taking time to review the car. I am a sucker for ambient lighting, and it’s hard to find a video showing this. Thanks again!
Been curious about the interior lighting and feel at night so thx for putting this together. I have a 350h reserved…the headlight performance was good to see what to expect!
Congrats on getting a 350h reserved. I plan to buy one too, but inventory has been slight, especially relative to demand, and they shut down production for December. A few dealerships have them inbound with a over-MSRP markups and others have ways to 'order' them with a deposit, but I'm not in enough of a rush to buy one to do either of those. I agree with you that this review is very unique and much needed. Dozens of people do the same old review, but this is the first that I've seen with good information about the lights.
@@stevenpower8457 I’ll find out if they shut down prod bc my final assembly day is today. Dealer is telling me 2-4 week arrival from tomorrow. And yeah, not playing their games with the markup or add-on’s like $700 for front tinted windows. As much as I hate it, mines MSRP minus $1000 for military, no add-on’s. Wish me luck! 🍀
@@stevenpower8457 it’s shipping to the store now and could arrive at any time. Toyotas tracking states between last Friday and next Weds so it’s close! And the temp build vin has now converted to the final vin so just waiting on her.
Love the review! Personally, I’d like the ambient dimming. My night driving is in rural areas often and I want everything in the cabin as dark as I can handle to improve how well I see things ahead.
Great night video. You are the only one I subscribe to that does this. Appreciate your detailed information as always. The Christmas tree on the water tower was a nice touch. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Btw, was the 4 cylinder quiet and smooth? I have a 2022 RX 350 and got it 6 months ago just because I didn’t want a 4 turbo..
Thanks for this. Let down by the ambient lighting. Should be incorporated in more areas at this level of vehicle. It should also at least have the option to be brighter while driving.
What is it with Lexus removing passenger side mirror dimming function?! They did it on GX460 in 2021 and now on the RX? I find it incredibly cheapo move. Glad I got the 2022 RX which has dual dimming mirrors.
I'm wondering if the larger sized infotainment screen is worth it. It seems like it's too big and unnecessary. It looks to be distracting at night. Does anybody think it would be better to go with the smaller screen instead? Or, is the BIG screen the better way to go?
Because you can’t split two different displays on it, it probably isn’t a big deal at all. Other manufacturers let you split say nav and radio on the same screen but Lexus does not.
You did an amazing job in this review even though you were battling wet conditions! Thanks for showing us the cornering lighting. I suspected it had it but every dealer I asked said no. I wish all cars came with that. Do you know of any other SUVs that have it? I know the Cadillac xt5 has it.
I believe ambient light goes dim when driving as a safety measure. Human eyes may be adversely affected by bright lights at night and affect visibility while driving
@@jeffn1646 yep most manufacturers don’t allow you to adjust certain settings while I’m drive mode for safety .. like ambient light. My Audi has similar restrictions. But at least Lexus has adjustable ambient lighting finally and it’s adjustable.
The ambient lighting dims in the RX, when it's put in drive, just like the Camry XSE. It's obviously a thing with Toyotas. Lexus is late to the party when it comes to ambient lighting.
Dimming ambient lighting helps you to see the road better. Some cars may not have that feature but it’s good for safety at night. It helps to see the road better in poor night visibility.
@@aezean5618 Exactly, I've always kept everything in the interior as dim as possible when driving at night. Helps tremendously in seeing things down the road.
Large display is required for the Mark Levinson. Not that it really matters though since you can only have one thing displayed at a time and not split the screen between two functions.
I have almost the exact same lights right down to the corner light next to the fog and the rear connecting light on my 2019 UX250H ! Lexus evolution lol
I can confirm they are engaged with the turn regardless of the turn signals. It’s been on the Lexus RX models with the higher level trims for a while now
@GHN1013 do you know if the triple led high beams have the intelligent high beam assist? Like the matrix led where when there is a car in front of you, it will only dim that specific spot🙏🙏
I'm P.O.'d with the display and camera system. I have the display set for "Daytime", and Brightness and Contrast are on full. I always back into my garage as well. During the day the display screen is bright, just the way I like it. As I back into the garage however, the display suddenly goes much darker, just when I need it to stay at it's brightest so I can see in my reverse camera how I am backing into the garage. I can't seem to find a way to keep the display at its brightest as I'm backing into a darker garage. Very disappointed.
Lexus has always had the nice, but subtle ambient lighting. I've got a 2004 LS430 and the lighting is warm in tone, which matches the era that this car was produced in, and the lighting is in areas that you wouldn't think of, example being the trunk release latch. I like their modern approach as shown in this video. Nothing is over-the-top, despite using typical "in your face" tones like that laser blue. I think a lot of these modern cars with the whole ambient illumination have this sort of... PC gaming vibe to them? You know with all of the LED keyboards, case and room lighting etc. I think that's a bit too much, in my opinion.
The Interior lights are a disappointment, it should cover more spots and give people the option to choose to turn on or off certain places if they feel it distracting, same goes for the auto dimming once you put it in D, you need the ambient light at night it gives more life to the car and especially the passengers who are not focusing on the road. The headlights of all lexus are amazing nonetheless. Just a note: outside America the headlights of some lexuses come with and extra 4th lens for the highbeam, which makes the highbeams so much powerful, check the new ES in and outside us specs.
Just as I suspected!! The RX is dead on arrival!! The MDX Genesis Aviator Palisade blow the RX out of the water. Its a Highlander with lipsticks. I told you so, but nobody believe me… O wait, im not naveen 😂😂 the RX is awesome! LOL
😂😂😂, immediately i read it and saw the green youtube emoji, I thought it was Naveen, like I get he is not a fan of Lexus which us fine, everyone is not going to like the same thing, but going onto every single Lexus video and telling everyone how much better the Genesis, Palliasade and his camry is compared to any Lexus is one of the most annoying things out there
I personally like how lexus does interior ambient lighting. Nothing excessive like Mercedes just a nice accent with a calm feeling.
I say there’s no such thing as too much ambient lighting. The more the merrier!
@@ConnorCourtney no
@Connor
Absolutely not, unless you wanna crash...
Yup Mercedes over do it and looks very tacky when you actually inside one
@@rg6982 no it doesn’t. I literally just test drove the new c class and it felt like a club. I’ve learned Mercedes is aiming for more of the younger generation so we like things like that 😉
The rain test was excellent as a worst case situation. No need to apologize; this was an excellent test. Thank you.
Great review! Thank you for taking time to review the car. I am a sucker for ambient lighting, and it’s hard to find a video showing this. Thanks again!
Been curious about the interior lighting and feel at night so thx for putting this together. I have a 350h reserved…the headlight performance was good to see what to expect!
Sorry about the weather, it was hard to tell how well they did but they were excellent. Enjoy your 350h! 👍
Congrats on getting a 350h reserved. I plan to buy one too, but inventory has been slight, especially relative to demand, and they shut down production for December. A few dealerships have them inbound with a over-MSRP markups and others have ways to 'order' them with a deposit, but I'm not in enough of a rush to buy one to do either of those. I agree with you that this review is very unique and much needed. Dozens of people do the same old review, but this is the first that I've seen with good information about the lights.
@@stevenpower8457 I’ll find out if they shut down prod bc my final assembly day is today. Dealer is telling me 2-4 week arrival from tomorrow. And yeah, not playing their games with the markup or add-on’s like $700 for front tinted windows. As much as I hate it, mines MSRP minus $1000 for military, no add-on’s. Wish me luck! 🍀
@@awolryan Any update on your RX? Did it arrive yet?
@@stevenpower8457 it’s shipping to the store now and could arrive at any time. Toyotas tracking states between last Friday and next Weds so it’s close! And the temp build vin has now converted to the final vin so just waiting on her.
The clock looked so amazing in the last one
I love your night review!
Beautiful car always been a fan of Lexus nice to see them catch up with newer technology
That's great how they dim the ambient lighting as you go out of park AND you can't change that. Thanks big brother!
great video, really useful to understand the effect of the ambient lighting
Love the review! Personally, I’d like the ambient dimming. My night driving is in rural areas often and I want everything in the cabin as dark as I can handle to improve how well I see things ahead.
Perfect !!! Love this video too Thanks !! 😍
Thank you for driving in the rain. Def gives a different POV
Even though Mother Nature didn't cooperate, the review was comprehensive. Well done.
Lexus NEEDS to add this lighting to the IS and ES
Great night video. You are the only one I subscribe to that does this. Appreciate your detailed information as always. The Christmas tree on the water tower was a nice touch. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Btw, was the 4 cylinder quiet and smooth? I have a 2022 RX 350 and got it 6 months ago just because I didn’t want a 4 turbo..
Thank you for the night video and the rain is fine. We get to see how it looks in fog and rain. Seems to be decent.
always love your night review, keep it up!!
Thanks for this. Let down by the ambient lighting. Should be incorporated in more areas at this level of vehicle. It should also at least have the option to be brighter while driving.
Agreed
Brighter... I agree
But no need for more areas. It's good like that. Too much will stress your eyes
if it was brighter then it's a distraction and when there's an accident because someone is stupid, Lexus get's sued.
What is it with Lexus removing passenger side mirror dimming function?! They did it on GX460 in 2021 and now on the RX? I find it incredibly cheapo move. Glad I got the 2022 RX which has dual dimming mirrors.
this new rx is stunning and is recieivng attention as a result, now for the gx refresh
I'm wondering if the larger sized infotainment screen is worth it. It seems like it's too big and unnecessary. It looks to be distracting at night. Does anybody think it would be better to go with the smaller screen instead? Or, is the BIG screen the better way to go?
Because you can’t split two different displays on it, it probably isn’t a big deal at all. Other manufacturers let you split say nav and radio on the same screen but Lexus does not.
What’s the different between 350 f sport and the 500h fsport?
what a beautiful review
You did an amazing job in this review even though you were battling wet conditions! Thanks for showing us the cornering lighting. I suspected it had it but every dealer I asked said no. I wish all cars came with that. Do you know of any other SUVs that have it? I know the Cadillac xt5 has it.
My Porsche macan has it.
I believe ambient light goes dim when driving as a safety measure. Human eyes may be adversely affected by bright lights at night and affect visibility while driving
It’s adjustable.
@@ONI1013. according to the review, it is not adjustable in drive.
@@jeffn1646 yep most manufacturers don’t allow you to adjust certain settings while I’m drive mode for safety .. like ambient light. My Audi has similar restrictions. But at least Lexus has adjustable ambient lighting finally and it’s adjustable.
@@ONI1013.adjustable for what? They aren't bright enough in the first place.
@@PipenFalzy You obviously don’t own a luxury vehicle in last 5 years. Ambient lights are not just adjustable for brightness but color too.
Wish the ambient lighting was controllable to make it brighter.
Will you also do the 2022 QX60 night review soon ?
The ambient lighting dims in the RX, when it's put in drive, just like the Camry XSE. It's obviously a thing with Toyotas. Lexus is late to the party when it comes to ambient lighting.
Dimming ambient lighting helps you to see the road better. Some cars may not have that feature but it’s good for safety at night. It helps to see the road better in poor night visibility.
@@aezean5618 Exactly, I've always kept everything in the interior as dim as possible when driving at night. Helps tremendously in seeing things down the road.
@@aezean5618even with it a full brightness like it is in park, that would not be an issue.
Just curious, which audio system that one comes with. Thanks ahead
Mark Levinson is optional.
Was waiting for this video but it’s a shame one can’t have the large display with Levinson sound system
What are you talking about? Yes you can.
Large display is required for the Mark Levinson. Not that it really matters though since you can only have one thing displayed at a time and not split the screen between two functions.
I have almost the exact same lights right down to the corner light next to the fog and the rear connecting light on my 2019 UX250H ! Lexus evolution lol
So does my 2016 VW Golf
No ambient light on the cup holders 😮 that’s bad, because it’d be nice to have them illuminated for easier finding the drinks during night trips.
Is this option available on Rx 500h ?
Which? But since he reviewed the 500h, it’s standard othe then the triple beam LEDS.
Please review 2023 Lexus RX 350h Luxury package night!
It will be the same if it has the optional triple beam LED headlights.
cornering lamp should engage with steering angle change as well. Most aren't signaling as they turn into their garage or driveway.
I can confirm they are engaged with the turn regardless of the turn signals. It’s been on the Lexus RX models with the higher level trims for a while now
He actually said it does in the video as well.
@GHN1013 do you know if the triple led high beams have the intelligent high beam assist? Like the matrix led where when there is a car in front of you, it will only dim that specific spot🙏🙏
auto Hi Beam is standard equipment from 2016.@@haiquanzheng5224
Still don't have AHS for the US market? 😳
so beatiful car😍😍
Definitely a different color
It can't compared to BMW, Mercedes, and Audi ambient lights.
Those are too much IMO they are distracting
@@MilesAnastasios87 Only you think that 😂
Just wondering, can I use OBD to code my 2023 Lexus RX 350 premium to have more illumination colors? Because mine only came with one color.
I'm P.O.'d with the display and camera system. I have the display set for "Daytime", and Brightness and Contrast are on full. I always back into my garage as well. During the day the display screen is bright, just the way I like it. As I back into the garage however, the display suddenly goes much darker, just when I need it to stay at it's brightest so I can see in my reverse camera how I am backing into the garage. I can't seem to find a way to keep the display at its brightest as I'm backing into a darker garage. Very disappointed.
Why doesn't this have a triple beam headlight
Very Nice
Lexus has always had the nice, but subtle ambient lighting. I've got a 2004 LS430 and the lighting is warm in tone, which matches the era that this car was produced in, and the lighting is in areas that you wouldn't think of, example being the trunk release latch. I like their modern approach as shown in this video. Nothing is over-the-top, despite using typical "in your face" tones like that laser blue. I think a lot of these modern cars with the whole ambient illumination have this sort of... PC gaming vibe to them? You know with all of the LED keyboards, case and room lighting etc. I think that's a bit too much, in my opinion.
Can’t wait for your 2023 rav4 Xse hybrid review
that parking lot is scary😭😭
Oh nice she won't need those training wheels she already cruises on the pedaless bike
does the base trim have this feature?
Base trim has ambient lights but u can not change the colour comes in one standard light.
I like this test was under worse condition which would have a better result in adverse condition, thanks.
The Interior lights are a disappointment, it should cover more spots and give people the option to choose to turn on or off certain places if they feel it distracting, same goes for the auto dimming once you put it in D, you need the ambient light at night it gives more life to the car and especially the passengers who are not focusing on the road.
The headlights of all lexus are amazing nonetheless.
Just a note: outside America the headlights of some lexuses come with and extra 4th lens for the highbeam, which makes the highbeams so much powerful, check the new ES in and outside us specs.
Agreed, it's pretty sad.
wonder if the can fix it with a update
I live in Europe. Which of the lexuses you know come with that extra 4th light for high beam?
Wow a $50,000 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy has even better ambient lighting than this!
Can runs over 200k miles?
This is quiet luxury, not loud. Like Mercedes.
Isn’t The exterior lighting not bright it looks normal
Just as I suspected!! The RX is dead on arrival!! The MDX Genesis Aviator Palisade blow the RX out of the water. Its a Highlander with lipsticks. I told you so, but nobody believe me…
O wait, im not naveen 😂😂 the RX is awesome! LOL
😂😂😂, immediately i read it and saw the green youtube emoji, I thought it was Naveen, like I get he is not a fan of Lexus which us fine, everyone is not going to like the same thing, but going onto every single Lexus video and telling everyone how much better the Genesis, Palliasade and his camry is compared to any Lexus is one of the most annoying things out there
Naveen is so Annoying 😂
Noooo, mdx felt cheep when driving it and Genesis.... Come on you can't even put reliability in a sentence with Genesis. Lol
Ambient light is ok when in park. Once you go in drive then it dims. Lexus makes reliable vehicles but they sure can be boring.
Damn that ambient lightning is so sad.
The interior lighting sucks honestly 😮
LEXUS ambient lighting is never enough. Other premium brands offer more and better light show inside. LEXUS is boaring.
Too much talking .........
can't hear the engine sounds as well .........
Head lights are not enough to drive in the dark ...........
I don’t get Lexus with not offering steering adaptive headlights
I agree but the optional headlights still raise the car’s safety rating one level.