Driven: The 2023 Lexus RX Raises The Crossover Bar Again | Carscoops carscoops
› EPA:That might not sound like a benefit but after a few days with every upcoming RX trim, we can assure you that Lexus has addressed the issues of the last generation RX while also improving the facets of the design that we already loved. This crossover is better to drive than the outgoing generation and improves everyday livability too.Pushing design forward is almost always a polarizing decision. Obvious examples like the C8 Corvette and the original Porsche Cayenne ever come to mind.
Panel gaps and material quality is also top-notch. Small touches like the door popping mechanism , the stitching, and the center console storage space that opens from both sides really help define what makes the RX special. They’re delightful choices that demonstrate attention to detail. Lexus didn’t need to include any of those features but they did, and each one makes the vehicle feel just that much more luxurious.
The available heads-up display is especially impressive. Not only does it provide excellent graphics but it also includes capacitive buttons on the steering wheel. When one glances their finger over one of those buttons a helpful little infographic pops up in the HUD to make sure that the driver understands what the button will do when pressed. It’s a great system that we’d love to see others incorporate.
while the outgoing RX could run on regular. Basically, you won’t have to stop quite as often to refuel but it might still cost more.At launch, three different versions of the RX will go on sale. The base model uses a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that sends 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet 429 Nm) of torque to either the front wheels or all four via an eight-speed automatic transmission. Off of the line, it feels snappy and fun.
It’s worth noting that this isn’t a direct competitor in terms of driving dynamics to vehicles like the Porsche Cayenne, theX5, or the Mercedes GLE. Even in Sport mode, the RX isn’t as refined or adept at high-speed athleticism as its rivals. That’s OK though as it offers a better value with regard to luxury and comfort which is really the main goal of most cars in this class.
The Premium + trim includes a 14-inch infotainment system with integrated navigation, leather upholstery, a heated steering wheel, ambient interior lighting, and multi-zone climate control with automatic recirculation.
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