Over promises/ Under delivers. Uncomfortable.
You buy toyotas for exactly 1 reason: reliability. But you give up styling & comfort to get that. The ride is waaay too rough & bouncy for a $55k++ SUV. Headroom is tight for American Males. Seats are adequate--but not in the league of an X5, Mercedes E or Jeep Grand Cherokee. And lightyears away from the smooth ride if a Lincoln Aviator. But the RX pretends to be at that level but at a better price--and it is NOT at that level of luxury or comfort. The RX's shortcomings in ride &comfort become annoyingly obvious on 1-2 hour drives. Enough so to have me shopping Grand Cherokee, Mercedes, Cadillac, BMW & Lincoln after just 1 year with the RX. ( I drive about 35k miles/ year).
RX 350 is best Lexus I've owned!
Many cars, many years later...bought my first RX 350. They drive like a dream. Quick response, good gas mileage, interior is super comfy in leather and the storage in back is great for my sports and music obsessions. I will buy another, as this is the first car where the only time I needed to put it in the shop was oil changes, breaks and new tires. It is the most dependable car I've ever owned. Volvo xc90 before this car was a nightmare, BMW & Mercedes fickle costly repairs, Turbo cars etc...bye, bye!
My 2013 Avalon best all around car for commuting.
The Rx 350 is not measuring up to expectations in terms of gas mileage, cargo space, rear door opener, power, friendly tech. The grill is an acquired taste, as is the 8 speed trans. Drive it 2 days before you buy. It's a Lexus. Looks good in any parking lot. The quiet ride is great as is entry and exit.
