Is the 2023 Lexus RX 350h the BEST new luxury SUV to buy?
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- Опубліковано 4 лют 2023
- The RX is totally redesigned from Lexus for 2023. On the outside there is all new sheet metal, grill and wheels. On the inside you will be greeted to a leather interior, all new infotainment screen and digital gauge cluster. Is the 2023 Lexus RX 350h the BEST new luxury SUV to buy?
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Walked in the Lexus dealership last week. I am now driving my brand new RX350h premium plus nebula gray with saddle interior. 😩☺️❤️ There’s no way I was going to leave it behind for someone else to scoop up. Never in my life have I made a decision on a whim. Needless to say, it’s insanely beautiful and drives like a dream.
amy engine roaring noise?
What was the final cost on road?
Congratulations. I believe this is the best Color combination ever for RX
@@adityamaheshwary2580sticker price was around 62k. I added warranties…final price was close to 69k.
@@CTOInformationit’s very quiet.
No fake exhaust ports, and turn signals high up, visible & amber in color. Everything I love to see on the rear of a crossover! excellent video, Mr. Raiti
No exhaust at all
@@Freddy_Confetti it's a hybrid. It has an exhaust system.
@@brianb5723 doesn't bother me. Most cars do nowadays. I miss the classic styling of a lex ls430 I had, but I don't like to get stuck in the past. I don't think a design like that is coming back any time soon.
@@Freddy_Confetti1q
Definitely considering this one. We have a 2006 Lexus RX that my folks bought with 4 miles. It just passed 191,000 miles. It’s a tank.
Wow great review,this blows the competition out of the park,clean and classic interior this one is a masterpiece.
Very nice looking SUV. Of all the many reviews I have seen on this vehicle you are the only one that actually made sense when you mentioned the use of lettering for the back logo instead of the emblem.
There is doorsill lighting available on the RX as an option. Love that it has a spare tire! Glad that there is a performance hybrid available.
You missed the safety part of the electric doors 😮😂 they won’t open if they know a car or bike is coming. Great safety feature in the city. We have an NX350H and love it!
He’s getting old
The heated and cooling seats in all seats plus 14” screen is a excellent feature
Cars $20000 cheaper have that
Hey, c'mon, no mention of seat massage first and foremost ? Afterall this is about a highend luxury vehicle is it not!?!
Mine came in 10 days ago. So happy with the purchase, picked the 350h awd copper crests lux package
Lexus have the best front design! Sleek, sharp, futuristic, and sophisticated. The rear is great too!
I love the color of that car. That itself is a selling point for me.
You forgot to mention the Nuluxe interior vs. leather. The leather has a more refined feel and makes a huge difference on the steering wheel. My mom just got hers a few weeks ago in Caviar. She loves it. Totally worth the price. They can't keep them in stock. Smooth ride and great handling. She said the gas savings have been amazing.
Raiti, I can't believe you forgot to talk about the tucked-away rear wiper.😲
Lol I expect that 😂
Zonk him for that.. he zonks for a lot less
Or the spare tire
I’m really liking the color joe! Great job Raiti’s Rides!😊😊
One zonk,for me at least,is the cvt but ehh it’s all good!😊😊
Thanks for making the point that this Lexus has a spare tire. Lack of a spare is a deal killer for me. Nice review.
Great review as always!
Hey Joe, Love the Show! Just curious if you were able to try out the Traffic Jam Assist mode? I realize there might not be a lot of traffic where you were filming but I was curious at just how Semi-Autonomous the hands free driving is? Thanks again for the great video, you had me at OG of the Luxury SUV!
Easily coincided with the foglight design suggestion. Fake vents are so goofy. Nice verticle foglight would've looked dope. Awesome review as always!
Good Review. The new RX will be one of the most reliable vehicles. If you can afford go for it . Thecprice is really high though.
I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the good work and I love the video and this suv look good 👍 💯💯
Took delivery of a RX500h F-Sport Performance this past Thursday. The ride is great, and the options to change engine options are just as good. Not having to pay extra for a hybrid compared to other makers helped with the decision. Dealer had 33 different RX's in stock, and by the time I took delivery, they were down to 11, and that wasn't even 24 hours. They started to use other areas for delivery of new vehicles due to how many they were selling. As for the roof rails, asked where they were, and the consultant said they're flush. Since I was paying cash and no discounts on hybrids. Was given 4 year 50k maintenance and tire/wheel package for free. I'm in love with the comfort and ride after being in an accident that caused 10 herniated discs and other physical issues. Was all in on an MB GLE350 until I drove the RX.
Can’t believe mb switch to rx….you should wait the new gle450
@Sammy Li They want a lot more for the same options and literally had the same GLE option wise just in different colors. There were no choices of option levels at all, and that really helped me get the Lexus.
@@patchesohoulihan9826 do you like this car ? I ordered to, how do you think about reliability?
Did you get a discount on the 500h? I have been to a couple of dealers in Los Angeles was offered discounts ranging from 7-10k, which is significant. My only issue is having to go back into monthly payments whereas my 2022 Rav4 is paid off
@alzinifelshoni2602 They weren't discounting them at that time but they gave me 4y 50k maintenance and the tire, wheel, and windshield packages for free. Maintenance one was the thing worth it but both saved me 4500.
The interior appears to be quite better now.. that power source at the back was definitely always needed, as was the heated / ventilated back seats..
Yea but it’s in the trunk. Why not put it in the back seat like they did in the UK, they placed it in the centre console, under the controls for the rear seat heaters.
It looks pretty good. loved the color and the interior design.
Thanks, Joe. Appreciate all of your hard work and thoughts on these vehicles.
This new RX is sharp, specially the 500h
Look at that colour!!😱😱 and with the sun hitting it, my goodness it just sparkles!! Lexus always find ways to make an impression, both in style and performance. Gorgeous looking green machine!!
I have nori now! It’s absolutely beautiful 💚💚
@@kitana370 very nice!!
There is an option to add the lights on the door step, as well as the same spot under the trunk door, and the step out floor logo light. I think they were a couple hundred each to add.
What a detailed, informative review with humor ( all the food references 😂) We are picking one up this week
Thank you for letting me share the laughs and the SUVs with you! Congrats!
Not a fan of using the touch screen to access the different drive modes and the volume as well as the CVT but it's still an awesome vehicle
@Brian Lee not really
What a great review. Thank you and btw you are super funny 🤣🤣🤣
Nice Lexus RX359H I feel like this is the Apostle to the Luxury crossover SUV's.
"24 NES Nintendo cartridges, Contra etc" may be the best tidbit of this whole video, love it!
Totally agree Joe if they had a vertical fog lamp where the fake air vent is it would have been perfect! Still a very nice looking SUV 🤌
You're on OG Nes guy too .. respect! 💨💨
I just bought the RX 350h Premium + and it was the best decision I could have made, I absolutely LOVE it in CAVIAR with the black leather interior, I can't get enough of it, great video too BTW. I got rid of a TESLA Y and don't regret it for a minute, this is a REAL car, that was a glorified golf cart😹
Thanks again Joe for another great review! You definitely have the best job in the world, I wish I could do that. The Mrs and I are looking into a used Lexus Rx 350 but are on the fence about buying a vehicle right now. Both of our cars are paid off and we really don’t want to get into another car pmt again if we don’t have to. She’s got a 2010 Lexus gs350 AWD and we’ve had it for over 5 years with no issues at all. It’s a tank in the snow up here in the north east. I got it back in ‘17 with 81,000 miles on it and now has 125,000 mi on it. We only drive local as we are both retired now. My 2011 Nissan maxima sv has only 71,000 miles on it. It’s in mint condition as well both garage kept. We would love to get another vehicle but that means getting rid of her Lexus or mine and I don’t think that’s gonna happen any time soon. Thanks 🙏 again for your video, I love watching all them as I love cars. Keep up the good work and God bless you and your wife
It looks really good, miles is pretty good for the size, I think the only missing part is the lights in the doors, cameras like Kia in the sides the low lights in the front should be like Cadillacs long not that little box and also 2 tvs for the kids but the vehicle looks great and as it’s Toyota we know is good 7.5 out 10
I love it I have a 2022 Corsair and love it.Thank u Lori for your great work ur the best great review as always.
I was just looking at this car in this color I think it looks different in the green. I’m glad you have a video on this model. This one is on my wishlist.
I am so glad that i could bring it to you!
I really like this. Just wish prices were lower
I can totally understand that one!
Thanks for mentioning the ren fest, that is major decision point for when I purchase vehicles.
I test drove both the RX 350h and the NX 350h. Called hubby who told me decide. Definitely preferred the NX. I was shocked. Better off the line and handling around corners. Now let’s see how long for the wait😮
I totally agree........... I've watched a ton of videos on both. The slightly smaller NX seems to be better at everything including mpg. I couldn't care less about how fast it goes from 0 to 60. I hear it's a 3 to 6 month wait if you're in Canada. I'm thinking about it (I have a 2020 Rav4 XSE hybrid).
I didn't like the touch steering wheel controls when I test drove it, they're programable but I like actual buttons. I'm waiting to see the Grand Highlander before I decide which to buy.
Being a longtime Lexus fan, I totally agree about that non-functioning vent design.
Great review, I hope you are fine, sounded sick in the previous video.
I love the Nori Green color the design is beautiful the RX series has been around since the 90s and hasn't lost its touch. I'd go for one in this color.
I’m so glad that you are digging this one
Very beautiful car think it’s a little on the smaller end if you ask me but still an amazing vehicle
Tucked away rear windshield wiper is a nice touch.
13:17 Where else am I going to find out how many NES cartridges I can fit in the compartment of my Lexus? I love this channel 😎
My dealer had 8, and in less than 24 hrs, we got the last one. Vehicle is awesome++++. Good luck finding 1, Cars Direct on Thursday am, reports there are none in the USA. BTW, everything Joe says is positively dead on. We are truly very happy with our RX350!
I have the 2020 RX350. Is it a big difference? How is that CVT, I mean how does it feel when you drive it?
First ever Lexus, couldn't tell you, but seems good. Turning our Lincoln Nautilus which has been a very good car.
Went to the Mercedes lot to buy Mercedes and they had the 350 with 4K miles and I kept coming back to it. I was dead sept buying Mercedes u til I seen the Lexus. No regrets other than not having front camera 😢
Yesterday, the hubs and I walked into our local Lexus dealership to see if I could take a look at any of the RX350’s to see if I would even like one. Lucky for me, someone changed their mind on one and I was able to snag a 350h! I love it! It was the only one they had in stock-no added bs dealer mark up! Excited to be able to use 87 octane 😂
I read all the RX350 models, including the hybrid, require, at the least, 91 octane = premium gasoline
Thank you for your review. We are excited about this model. We are waiting for the plug-in hybrid. Can you tell me when you will have a review on that one?
Yessir that’s a beautiful SUV and I feel like they did well with it.
Great work
Love your humor!!!
Its so beautiful!
You feeling okay, Joe? In a recent video you sounded a bit hoarse.
The Nori green is interesting and I LOVE those wheels!
That looks amazing love the new RX look I would love to get a RX
I like it. The front looks like "Alien" but the back is beautiful. Better than the open mouth bass look from before.
Nori green looks excellent. It some spots when the sun hits the car doesn’t actually look green. Pretty cool paint I must say
Yeah you're favorite brand that you always defend for.
@@maga6319 not a surprise come here to stalk me over an opinion. What am I defending? Enlighten me. Favorite? Not at all. A lot of brands out there to chose from but Lexus isn’t a favorite of mine. Nice try though I’ll give you that
@@mattmekhaeil Btw matt, stop liking your comments
@@maga6319 I don’t like my comments I don’t ask for attention. Go and find me the accounts that liked my comment. This is my only channel I have. I don’t need others. I’m not desperate. One more thing. Oh and by the way stop liking your comments MAGA
@@mattmekhaeil he literally has no life, look at every Toyota Lexus video he replies to every one in the comment section going against Toyota then uses 10 alt accounts to boost his like count on his replies, like idiot got no attention from any one in life so he resorts to UA-cam 😂😂
Have a deposit down on one of these cars after loving the RAV4 hybrid acceleration but not the lack of luxury. Not in love with the low hanging grill or the black interior no matter what color you choose, i.e., “macadamia” is about 70% black, 30% off white. But the options of Premium, Premium plus, Luxury, and Sport Plus packages allowed me to get the safety, tech, and luxury features I wanted. Color choices are interesting, too. Nori green was my fave but not around, am getting the nightfall mica blue, but would have also taken the copper crest color after seeing it in person. (Not as bright as I thought it would be. Pretty!)
Thanks for explaining that “shifting” paddle.
Good to know! They do have the doorsill lighting!!! Important to me!!!!
I like to give you all the details Donna.
I purchased a 500h f sport and should be coming tomorrow so I thank you and I think a chose agood choice
My everyday Lexus SUV! Nice review Joe.
and my weekend SUV will be the RX500H 😂😁
Huge Zonky for the CVT but big round of applause for looks and reliability. Own a 22 450h and love the V6
Hope to get one this Summer.
Being a longtime Lexus fan, I totally agree about that non-functioning vent design. As for the redesigned grill, I love it. Generally, I love the design and especially the Nori Green color of this updated RX. Great review, Joe.
It’s looks great on the road and stands out.
Raiti!!!!! Quick . This or the RDX . Go go go
That digital rear view mirror is very dope 👌
I love the new RX!!! Well I am a big fan of Lexus since 1998 my mom had a GS it was a great car!!!
That is very cool
It hasn't been released in Korea yet, but I felt it after the NX test drive, and I'm looking forward to RX if it's released.
I don't know if it is necessarily the Best buy.
But it is definitely the smartest buy.
That thing will last 200k miles. Easy.
That color is amazing 👏👏👏 😍
THIS is the one I've been waiting for since Sept 2022! I didn't think I'd like the Nori Green, but it looks really nice! It took me some time to get used to it, but I like the new grill. The features for rear passengers are great! There's nothing like a ventilated seat and cool air blowing at you when you get in a 🥵car or heated seat when it's 🥶. Wish they kept the Lexus badge on the back . Perhaps they'll add it back in the 2024, along with some knobs, toggles and widgets. I too would like to see the Eco, Sport and Normal options somewhere outside of the screen so you don't have to go into the infotainment to change them up.
Another great video by you and Lori. You two are my 'go to' people for opinions! If you had to choose an SUV in this class, what would YOU get?
I have the nori green and i get tired of saying thank you on the daily compliments. Green is my fav color tho💚🤷🏾♀️
I thought I liked the green until my youngest compared it to my multicoloured migraine vomit from a few days earlier. That kinda put me off, unfortunately😅
😂😂😂😂
@@kitana370 I have the copper crest and Everytime I go anywhere people are asking me what color it is ❤
best paint quality out there
Pity Lexus decided on the CVT box, not my favorite. Otherwise looks like a great upgrade from the old model. Love the colour.
Get the 2023 RX500h then. It has automatic transmission.
Joe, I just bought a beautiful '23 RX350h in metallic white (premium + and loaded with options). But I need a 2" hitch for a bike rack. I think I notices a hitch receiver on the car you reviewed. Am I correct? If so where can I get one? My Lexus dealer was no help at all...David R.
Hey Joe I’m a big fan of your videos man! Question.. if you would have to pick between the RX350 or the MDX which one would you pick?
Ride quality, sound deadening?
Please give me an advice
You nearly collided when changing lanes to the left... Didn't it beep?
Really beautiful aesthetics.
Great video, it really has me looking at this vehicle. I just have a few questions; do the front seats rides high as the back seats looks because I want to sit high when driving. Second; can you get wood instead of the suede on the door and dashboard with this vehicle? I greatly appreciate your feedback!
I think they really improved things on the tech side of things Joe. I'm just still not sold on the steering wheel or the grill itself for that matter. By the way when is the Chicago Auto show?
No v6 I don’t know what to say about that
The elephant is the only mammal that can’t jump! With that said this bear is about to JUMP ALL OVER YOUR CHIPS.
It's always the middle of February.
But...have you used Google before?
@@jeffs6090 oh shoot forgot about that.
This will be my Next Car😊
Completely agree with you
@rattisrides please show us what the back looks like with all the seats folded and the tie downs. This is very important for transporting my pups around to all their sports. Thank you in advance.
Like the color.
Great video. Not a fan of the big grill. Wished they changed it to something smaller and more appealing.
1:06 The wingspan on that eagle is massive
Love it great job Raitis rides
You are so very welcomed me Darren
I believe the separate DRL was on the NX, the RX has always been inside the headlamp housing.
lol ... when you are not going ON throttle race car mode ... its a very nice pleasant drive... that's a Lexus
I have great respect for Lexus, nice to see that they are shifting towards younger clientele. Lexus can definitely hit the ballpark if they come up with some X5 and X6 competitor 💪
If you want an x5 competitor that’s where genesis steps in.
@@naveenthemachine hell no with that price, I gladly take a twin turbo v8 with my back being massaged in my family suv over a genesis any day
@@ToxicCookie lmfao do you even realize how expensive a gv70/80 is? not much. your twin turbo v8 and massage seats will be wayyyy more expensive, not even the same range
@@naveenthemachine 우리의 영광스러운 자동차를 지켜주셔서 감사합니다. ₩500,000원이 귀하의 은행 계좌에 입금되었습니다. 도와 주셔서 감사합니다. 현대에 영광을.
🤣🤣🤣
That green is perfect……………
I am so glad that you like this one.
I love the color
I will have to ZONK your idea about the fog light bro. 🤣😂🤣
Would love it, but I don't want that high of a suv payment! Great engaging review!
Beautiful design from Lexus as always! One of the biggest caveats for me with Lexus was the overly complicated cockpit layout. Too many buttons and interfaces. They desperately needed to simplify that while still keeping the materials/design elevated.
Unfortunately, the performance specs still leave much to be desired. 0-60 should be under 6s to remain competitive at this price point, and while mpg figures are decent, they don't hit that 40-50mpg sweet spot.
At least they got rid of the track pad
The 500h turbo hybrid has the only acceptable engine and it should be standard across the lineup.
What an amazing art of luxury model of lexus.
that thing looks sick
I’m glad that you are liking this one.
The really big deal breaker for me with these is the compromised cargo space. The angle on the back gives it substantially less cargo space than some key competitors and in a wagon that is a shame. Everything else should be great in particularly the reliability and comfort.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one!
I’m glad it’s always been enuf for me! I’ve had a 2004, 12, 15, 17, & 21. Really considering the 23🤔🤔
25:22 Joe got honked by a Ford focus driver
He was a Raiti’s Rides fan lol