I prefer the naturally aspirated V6 engine from the 4th generation RX350. I love everything about this new vehicle except the smaller turbocharged engine. That’s my opinion.
@@proudam3969 that sort of thinking is outdated. Turbocharged engines have been in production for decades and guess what? Lots of turbo engines used in industrial applications. They are very reliable. My 4 banger turbo has over 269,000 KM and still running.
This is why im looking for the acura MDX instead due to it still has the 3.5 V6. Dont deal with turbo engines especially on a small 4cylinders. High compression = causes leaks.high oil consumption.highly maintenance recommended (3k miles oil change intervals).turbo lag.more complex to fix when it breaks = add cost for labor.
Thanks Joe and Lori...great review as always! I like the new RX but expected a little more HP than the NX350! Waiting to see the dealer pricing before I make my decision!
Early Friday morning with Raiti's Rides, I can't complain, I'll watch it while drinking my coffee. Lori and you are phenomenal, keep doing what your doing.
Joe, a Great Wake Up Call. Nice Car. This is Not a 3 Row SUV, Thank God. I'm not sure if I'm sold on the new Touch Screen. There should be some Buttons for easy control. I'm sure many of the functions can be controlled by Steering wheel controls. However, it is a nice large screen that is Touch Screen with No Piano Black. I have a 22 Acura MDx Advance since August 2021. The MDX has Acura's Touch Pad which after 1 year still annoys me, despite going thru the Learning Curve. I wonder your thoughts of the 2022 MDX Type S Advance vs. this Lexus vs the 2023 RDX Advance. If Acura had made their TTIP InfoT system a touch screen, the debate would be over. Even Better, Acuar should make it BOTH: Touch Pad and TouchScreen.
Hey Joe, thanks for the review. I especially liked the road you picked. It’s part of my 911 circuit. I’m sure you can imagine how much fun that could be!
The 2.4 turbo is a big disappointment in my opinion. Paired with the lackluster display and tech package just really lacking compared to the genesis gv trio
Hey Joe, Been subscribed for a few years now, and this is the closest you've come to my hometown. I'm just up the road in Atascadero, CA. Great review and hope you enjoyed your stay on the Central Coast.
Hey Joe I'm liking this RX! Does this have the autonomous drive function? Amd how reliable is it really? I mean, it can't know like what exit you would want to take for example right?
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. 🤔🤷🏾
The older model of this same spec is like $60k. Hopefully this is $52k. Still don’t know about the reliability compared to the V6 which is still legendary
Thx for the bit of a drive by after the exhaust not segment, too many reviewers forget to show what the vehicle looks like from a pedestrian pov, honestly… thank u!
Hello, Joe. Great work as always! How do you compare the acceleration of this to the QX55 and GV-70 2.0? Currently have the GV-70 2.0 and not really impressed with the acceleration and the transmission feels a bit labored.
Well，its a nice one. But this generation RX350 can do 0-60 in 6.7-7，while GV80 four cylinders and GLE350 can all run 0-60 around 7，it seems that the new RX is only about in mid 7 range
my old RX is really heavy and the V6 just had no torque at all, always hunting around on trans. Annoying as hell. Turbo has way more useable torque across power band
Great review Joe, hopefully Lexus makes enough F-Sport models to improve lead times. I’m waiting for an NX F-Sport for 4 months and do not have a definite delivery date yet. I’m willing to cancel that order and go with the new RX350 F-Sport.
@@RaitisRides Thanks for the reply! was wondering how the ride comfort was considering anything above 20 usually negatively affects the ride on these cars. Thanks for the great content
Joe, would you consider doing a video on the car bubble which should burst this winter or in early 2023. Many of us are holding off on buying the new car, and I figured you chat with a lot of car dealers and could provide your perspective. Thanks! Mark
Hi Joe what is the power distribution front to rear and side to side on the RX 350? I think the RDX has 80 rear 30 front and 100 % side to side if I am correct?
@@RaitisRides You got it spot on, the lay out of the dash and radio alone are other set of things that’s really something I look for in any vehicle, just having a nice lay out of it is important.
@@RaitisRides🤔respectfully speaking, that will be A DISASTER in the long run if you use regular unleaded 87 octane gas in this TURBO ENGINE👎🏾…you must use PREMIUM 93 OCTANE👍🏾 as per the Lexus/Toyota dealership master mechanics!!!
Omg... now THAT grill/front is horrendous. I just bought a Gen4 (2016) today. I already knew it was a good choice, but thank God my grill looks the way it does 🤣
@@RaitisRides im so in love with it. I was looking at potentially an is or gs. Never considered the updated rx (ive been driving a 2004 rx330) Not to mention its also an F Sport or the discount i got on it since i work there 😁
Nope... I buy Lexus because of how smooth their V6's were. I don't want a 4cyl, especially in an SUV of this size. Acceleration is a big step backwards and traded off for barely any mpg improvement. Bad decision going to a 4cyl
Zonk, That 2.4 liter turbo motor. We need a naturally aspirated V6. That engine sounds weak on rev. Not worth 52k IMO. This reminded me of the NX and the big boy is now the new 500h
RX is too utilitarian. Exterior isn't bad, but that interior puts me to sleep. I'll take the GV80 over an RX any day... p.s. I always love the food references... (also noticed, as usual turbo mess, there was a significant lag between when you stomped on pedal and it actually goosed)
I guess the new thing is to dickride Genesis like it is cool. I finally drove the GV 70 and GV 80 and the only way to be imptessed with the handling os if you never drove it before.
@@cubanpete1290 Better than swingin on the Lexus sack that stopped producing actual quality and innovation years ago... but the sheep keep buying into the boring and no so good quality in last several years.
Lets gooooooooooooooooo!!! Nothing like an early morning Raiti's Rides review!!! Lexus did this right!!! Maximum respect to you and Lori and Steven for bringing us this epic review Joe!!!
Imagine touting a "sport" vehicle that only gets ~7 sec 0-60. Thats a big oof, major loss imo. You cant just slap a sport name on a low-end slow clunky suv and raise the price 10k. They know what theyre doing.
I don’t think you can call the vehicle that launched its own class low end. The RX has always been a smooth reliable and comfortable car based luxury SUV. Even the first generation was lauded with praise.
I can’t wait to buy this car 😊. Thank you so much Joe 🎉
Lexus and Toyota are the best buy in my country..... Watching from NIGERIA 🇳🇬🇳🇬
That is so wonderful!
I prefer the naturally aspirated V6 engine from the 4th generation RX350. I love everything about this new vehicle except the smaller turbocharged engine. That’s my opinion.
Lexus has really gotten my interest with this new RX! This is kind of the only luxury brand I think I can trust because of the reliability 🧐✨
I am so glad that they did it right by you!
@@RaitisRides Thanks Joe! 🙌🏻
@@proudam3969 Oh, well, I've heard that trubo engines aren't as reliable anymore in any brand :(
I bet they came up with the most reliable turbo engine known to mankind.
@@proudam3969 that sort of thinking is outdated. Turbocharged engines have been in production for decades and guess what? Lots of turbo engines used in industrial applications. They are very reliable. My 4 banger turbo has over 269,000 KM and still running.
Sad to see the 3.5L V6 go. But I’m loving the redesign of the RX. Lexus did a great job. Thanks Joe and Lori for the car reviews.
Things they are a changing! We are grateful for your support!
@@RaitisRides I'm looking to buy a Lexus, but I wanted the 3.5 liter v6 withsome exhaust tips.Ill pass
This is why im looking for the acura MDX instead due to it still has the 3.5 V6. Dont deal with turbo engines especially on a small 4cylinders. High compression = causes leaks.high oil consumption.highly maintenance recommended (3k miles oil change intervals).turbo lag.more complex to fix when it breaks = add cost for labor.
In my opinion with all luxury brand I’m going with Lexus brand.
Hi, what is the out to door price for the one you drove? Looks like it equips everything I like.
4 cylinder turbo premium gas ⛽️?
I'm curious to see what Lexus is going to start the pricing of the RX at for this new generation
It should be the same hopefully not more
Thanks Joe and Lori...great review as always! I like the new RX but expected a little more HP than the NX350! Waiting to see the dealer pricing before I make my decision!
I was thinking the same thing.
Rx for bigger space, Nx for lil bit speed.
Which is faster?
I want one almost fast or as fast as a dodge charter rt
@@elizabethbeth9930 You'd probably have to swing for an NX 450h+ or RX 500h F Sport Performance if you want speed.
The USA is the automobiles's paradise. It is a giant market and sophisticated consumers. Great thanks for your choices and qualities.
Early Friday morning with Raiti's Rides, I can't complain, I'll watch it while drinking my coffee. Lori and you are phenomenal, keep doing what your doing.
Thanks Tyler for sharing the ride with me
Great video
Does “on throttle” mean flooring the acceleration pedal?
Nice review. Thank you!
You are so very welcome!
He'll yeah it's worth it reliable safe great ride and resale value. Also more rugged than you think and price is great
Joe, a Great Wake Up Call. Nice Car. This is Not a 3 Row SUV, Thank God. I'm not sure if I'm sold on the new Touch Screen. There should be some Buttons for easy control. I'm sure many of the functions can be controlled by Steering wheel controls. However, it is a nice large screen that is Touch Screen with No Piano Black. I have a 22 Acura MDx Advance since August 2021. The MDX has Acura's Touch Pad which after 1 year still annoys me, despite going thru the Learning Curve. I wonder your thoughts of the 2022 MDX Type S Advance vs. this Lexus vs the 2023 RDX Advance. If Acura had made their TTIP InfoT system a touch screen, the debate would be over. Even Better, Acuar should make it BOTH: Touch Pad and TouchScreen.
Excellent perspective Aldo!
I like this guy, the way he does his review, you can feel his energy 😄😄and understand everything. Great Job. 👍
Love the reviews Joe. I can nearly predict when the infamous "To the door panels" , is coming .
Joe you are the best car guy in UA-cam 👍👍👍
That really means the world Ed!
Good review Joe Lexus did a good job with this RX 350 good video 👍
I am so glad that you are digging this one Antonio!
Hey Joe, thanks for the review. I especially liked the road you picked. It’s part of my 911 circuit. I’m sure you can imagine how much fun that could be!
Thank you so much for letting me bring it to you!
The 2.4 turbo is a big disappointment in my opinion. Paired with the lackluster display and tech package just really lacking compared to the genesis gv trio
Joe, I have a 2016 lexus ct200h, I think the design is timeless. Can you do a review on UA-cam?
Thanks Joe……been waiting for the on throttle for this. Wondering how buzzy the 4 cylinder is.
No problem Tom! I’m glad I could share it with you!
the fact that the door space can fit gyro with extra tzatziki got me pumped Joe
Exellent video hey where did you mounted the camara to fet super POV view?? Thanks 15:59
*Grecian Water* color is very nice/eye popping!
Great review ! I love it . I own a Lexus and they def know what they are doing in the automobile industry . Top notch for sure
Thanks for great details and displays! This will be my next ride!
Does it sip premium gas?
Can you cover weight distribution next time? Very important performance metric.
It’s premium gas
@PREDATORWR I have one, and I'm using regular gas on it
Hey Joe,
Been subscribed for a few years now, and this is the closest you've come to my hometown. I'm just up the road in Atascadero, CA. Great review and hope you enjoyed your stay on the Central Coast.
Oh wow that is such a small world! Thank you for being on the journey with me!
2 mpg better then a v6.. lol I'll lake the 6 cyl
I was waiting for that!
Same..... I'll just buy the 6cylinder
@@bogart5131no more 6 cylinders.
Still have v6. Acura MDX 2025
Hey Joe I'm liking this RX! Does this have the autonomous drive function? Amd how reliable is it really? I mean, it can't know like what exit you would want to take for example right?
Single take, this guys a pro!
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. 🤔🤷🏾
Please also review the 2024 Lexus IS300 Premier for me
What is Lexus thinking they need to focus on suspension braking and more power 🙁
Hello Raiti, quick question. Is this RX 350 a better drive than the GLE 350 or X5?
No it’s not 😂
A fwd Camry suv is not better than the x5 or GLE. Or even the gv80 xc90 MDX Aviator or even a cx9
@@naveenthemachine of course it’s not ,it’s 10K cheaper than X5 or gle350, and it’s AWD not Fwd
Joe, I believe that Lexus is always worth the price. Great job!
The older model of this same spec is like $60k. Hopefully this is $52k. Still don’t know about the reliability compared to the V6 which is still legendary
We will see how the pricing pans out.
@@mikev4634 Agreed. The guy thinks Lexus will drop 10K on a brand new model lol 😅
That’s not a lot to spend on a car
Thx for the bit of a drive by after the exhaust not segment, too many reviewers forget to show what the vehicle looks like from a pedestrian pov, honestly… thank u!
Yes I do luv tht high class POV angle for the “on throttle” for sure!! Again, much appreciated!
Loved the review Joe 👌. LOVE THE NEW RX AS WELL ❤️😍
I knew you were going to b all over the place.
Hello, Joe. Great work as always!
How do you compare the acceleration of this to the QX55 and GV-70 2.0? Currently have the GV-70 2.0 and not really impressed with the acceleration and the transmission feels a bit labored.
That color is what does it for me. Is it fast and fuel efficient? That’s what I wonder.
Did you watch?
@@RaitisRides Absolutely. I never miss a video.
Another great one.. Is air suspension by definition than other types of suspension?
Hey Joe, how do you use the interior door handles?
Useful information great job thanks appreciate
I’m so glad that I could bring this to you!
@@RaitisRides I'm really appreciate greetings from Kurdistan and Heidelberg Germany 🇩🇪
Well，its a nice one. But this generation RX350 can do 0-60 in 6.7-7，while GV80 four cylinders and GLE350 can all run 0-60 around 7，it seems that the new RX is only about in mid 7 range
I’ll miss the smooth V6 they dropped the ball on this one but this new power plant could be better
I know how you feel!
my old RX is really heavy and the V6 just had no torque at all, always hunting around on trans. Annoying as hell. Turbo has way more useable torque across power band
Not feeling the new front. I like the last design more. Genesis gv70 > this rx f
Hey Joe and Lori great review as always.
Thank you so much for this review, Joe! This new RX doesn't look too bad at all.
They made some really nice changes Brian!
Nice, I used to live in that area Santa Maria Valley 😎
Great work as always you guys!
We can't do it without your support Robert!
Great review Joe, hopefully Lexus makes enough F-Sport models to improve lead times. I’m waiting for an NX F-Sport for 4 months and do not have a definite delivery date yet. I’m willing to cancel that order and go with the new RX350 F-Sport.
Question, what made you decide on the 350 vs 450h or 500h?
Woke up for this thanks Joe and Lori been waiting for your take on the new RX! Keep up the awesome work!
Thanks fir staring your day with us!
Joe and Lori thank you for bringing this review. I would love for you guys to review the new bmw x7 2023
Stay tuned my friend!
@@RaitisRides same here ! Waiting for the 40i
@@RaitisRides always 💯
Whats that just above steering wheel
Head up display
Can you go down to 19 inch wheels on the f-sport?
That is a good question. I don't believe so.
@@RaitisRides Thanks for the reply! was wondering how the ride comfort was considering anything above 20 usually negatively affects the ride on these cars.
Thanks for the great content
Thank you bro
You are so very welcome!
I hope Acura comes out with Type S on next generation RDX to really really compete with RX. Right now, comparison is not too close.
Thank you Joe and the queen of the cam Lori. Great video as always. On to the 500h review now. We had new ‘99 RX and loved it.
That’s so awesome Jeff! Thanks fir watching!
Joe, would you consider doing a video on the car bubble which should burst this winter or in early 2023. Many of us are holding off on buying the new car, and I figured you chat with a lot of car dealers and could provide your perspective. Thanks! Mark
An A/C button, FINALLY!
Very legit suv and love the color!!
Definitely getting this soon
Hi Joe what is the power distribution front to rear and side to side on the RX 350? I think the RDX has 80 rear 30 front and 100 % side to side if I am correct?
That is correct!
@@RaitisRides For the RDX or RX 350?
"Around 52 for the F Sport with the handling package." That did not age well
how much price rx 350 f sport?
Lexus take my money NOW!😍😍😍😍
How much will it tow?
Good start to the morning. When I saw this yesterday I couldn’t wait, love the design, color and how everything is laid out.
I had a feeling you would like it!
@@RaitisRides You got it spot on, the lay out of the dash and radio alone are other set of things that’s really something I look for in any vehicle, just having a nice lay out of it is important.
@@mystictk4149 yes indeed
Ez pizzy on throttle nice reveiw
Did I see cornering lights?
Yes you did!
I just bought one and I love it
Does the new rx take premium or regular gas
You can use either.
@@RaitisRides premium car equals premium gas
@@RaitisRides🤔respectfully speaking, that will be A DISASTER in the long run if you use regular unleaded 87 octane gas in this TURBO ENGINE👎🏾…you must use PREMIUM 93 OCTANE👍🏾 as per the Lexus/Toyota dealership master mechanics!!!
@@cobi2502🤔on the contrary, the naturally aspirated V6 engines of the previous years with the RX took REGULAR UNLEADED👍🏾
MDX for me anytime anyday, N/A V6 is the way to go! this rx350 should compete with RDX😊 more bang for your buck🤷🏻♂️
MDX has horrible multimedia center and screen. horrible. no excuses
@@02hreblue30 okey time for you to take your walmart bicycle out for a ride🤣😭😅
So whats the difference between the RX350 F Sport & RX500h F Sport? Both videos came out today. Just the engines?
Did you watch the two reviews? Power has a lot to do with it but there are quite a few other things.
@@RaitisRides not completely, still working. Lol
@@mikedisalvo6305 do your thing brother
Omg... now THAT grill/front is horrendous. I just bought a Gen4 (2016) today. I already knew it was a good choice, but thank God my grill looks the way it does 🤣
I know how you feel!
@@RaitisRides im so in love with it. I was looking at potentially an is or gs. Never considered the updated rx (ive been driving a 2004 rx330) Not to mention its also an F Sport or the discount i got on it since i work there 😁
Nope... I buy Lexus because of how smooth their V6's were. I don't want a 4cyl, especially in an SUV of this size. Acceleration is a big step backwards and traded off for barely any mpg improvement. Bad decision going to a 4cyl
I think you are not alone in those thoughts!
nice vidéo thanks
K. I wonder if am the only one that noticed the front bumper look just like the accord 10th generation. I may trade my accord for this Lexus.
I am not seeing it.
Zonk, That 2.4 liter turbo motor. We need a naturally aspirated V6. That engine sounds weak on rev. Not worth 52k IMO. This reminded me of the NX and the big boy is now the new 500h
Which makes me wonder why would anybody buy this over an MDX. Can wait to return this '20 RX next month and get a V-6 MDX.
Anyone know which model gets the black trim accents? The nx fsport has the black so I thought the RX would too
F Sport
@@RaitisRides this one in the video doesn't have the black accents though. Atleast I don't see them. Ex. The window trim
Title should be is it worth the wait. It won’t be available without a 7-15k market mark up for 2-3 years
Not true…..small discount here in MI
Raiti, you can't say you went to college and then say "subtenance" in the same video. heheh Just kidding around. Much love.
Are testing the Mitsubishi mirage G4 in the future?
I am working on it! Stay tuned!
Why can't they bring this variation of the interior to the IS line?
Love your content Joe! But no love from you for the tucked away rear wiper to clean things up?!?!
I was waiting for him to mention that too lol
I did in the other RX review Jeff
@@RaitisRides sorry Joe I got ahead of myself when I saw the F sport and watched that first.
Great review ! I look daily for new videos from you guys!
That means so much to us
Between BMW and Lexus, I think the new grill designers all had a stroke or smn
It is an interesting size.
Thanks Lori and Joe! Love the color and pricing decent, good value relative to the overall market.
You are so very welcome! We appreciate you tuning in!
RX is too utilitarian. Exterior isn't bad, but that interior puts me to sleep. I'll take the GV80 over an RX any day... p.s. I always love the food references... (also noticed, as usual turbo mess, there was a significant lag between when you stomped on pedal and it actually goosed)
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one Dwight!
old 3.5 was a torqueless dog in such a heavy vehicle. disappointing with constant downshifting
I guess the new thing is to dickride Genesis like it is cool. I finally drove the GV 70 and GV 80 and the only way to be imptessed with the handling os if you never drove it before.
@@cubanpete1290 Better than swingin on the Lexus sack that stopped producing actual quality and innovation years ago... but the sheep keep buying into the boring and no so good quality in last several years.
Great for daily use. Comfortable and with enough performance to have some fun.
You nailed it Omar! Good call!
Joe, do you like it better than Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
Futuristic
I am so glad that you think so.
Lets gooooooooooooooooo!!! Nothing like an early morning Raiti's Rides review!!! Lexus did this right!!! Maximum respect to you and Lori and Steven for bringing us this epic review Joe!!!
Best way to start your day
Imagine touting a "sport" vehicle that only gets ~7 sec 0-60. Thats a big oof, major loss imo. You cant just slap a sport name on a low-end slow clunky suv and raise the price 10k. They know what theyre doing.
I don’t think you can call the vehicle that launched its own class low end. The RX has always been a smooth reliable and comfortable car based luxury SUV. Even the first generation was lauded with praise.
No way you were outside of SM, i would've said hi if i knew you were around !
In 1998 it was the RX300 lol for the Lexus love the new design of the RX looks so much nicer
That is where it started.