2023 Lexus RX 350h // Is this America's Best Luxury Hybrid?? (36 MPG!)
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- Here's the ALL-NEW 2023 Lexus RX 350h Hybrid Premium Plus! This RX 350h is the most efficient Lexus RX ever made coming in at 36MPG combined! Loaded to the gills with new technology, features, space, and comfort is this efficient RX the one to buy?? Or should you go with a more powerful RX 500h F-Sport Performance or the regular RX 350 model?? Go ahead: CLICK to find out :) Also, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell if you enjoyed this review -- it helps us more than you can imagine!
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2023 Pricing:
RX 350h (Base): $50,150
RX 350h Premium: $52,150
RX 350h Premium +: $54,750
RX 350h Luxury: $58,150
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0:00 Intro
0:55 Detailed Exterior Walkaround
5:58 Interior Design & Technology
14:22 Rear Seats & Cargo
19:01 Test Drive & Impressions
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I love my 2005 rx 330
96,000 miles and engine purrs so softly and interior held up so beautifully 🌹
Sooo comfortable in the rear seating, beautiful wood trim and most of all No black just beautiful beige leather and taupe dash, I love it♥️ impossible to find these days in newer models. Im pretty sure I’ll have this car for a very long time and no computer system failure to worry about!
which model is better this or the UX? hybrind ? are cvt transmission good? and can you use apple play with the cable too? or just wireless
Superb review guys. Have been following your channel for sometime and you are getting better and better each time. Keep it up.
Thanks, Bob! We appreciate that 😁
What about sound insulation? Is it better than Nx350h?
Why didn't they carry the gray mesh grill to the top?
Your model (RX350H)has the painted fender moldings. Does the RX450H have painted fender moldings?
I bought Lexus 2023 Rx 350 base premium. It’s a 4 cylinders turbo charge. What that mean??? It’s is strong ? Please explain. Thanks 🙏
Great review, great content, thanks!
We appreciate that!
Most of you who are complaining cannot afford it.
If i could I wouldn’t want to be seen in this barely nicer highlander
I’d want true opulent luxury. This has none of that
@@naveenthemachine nobody looks at you no matter what car you drive. 😂
@@naveenthemachine Don’t complain. The upper class in the US still says yes no matter how much your welfare ass will complain. 100k+ Sold/Yr💪🏼
😂😂😂
Fact
Cool 😎 Video, I Love the New Front Facia/grill looks more cohesively. 😍
i really love the new exterior and interior design, even more so, I like this particular rear bumper looks than the rest of the trims, is very clean and simple, looks like range rover velar rear bumper. the only drawback is the center screen position, the way they integrated the center screen with the gauge cluster is no no to me.. aside from that any other thing is just perfect...
it is perfect. period. :) (it's a Lexus)
I have the 2022 RX V6 F-Sport with all the options, and while I enjoy the car, there’s so many things I like about the newer models that were missing from the older models - like Wireless Apple Car Play, rear tri-quad zone climate controls, and actual touch screen that is positioned much better. BUT I still cannot get over the 4 cylinder turbo engine on this big car- even if the i4 turbo is more powerful than the v6, it’s too small and louder now bc it has to work harder.
I too will be buying the '22 because of the v6.
You guys can choose RX 500 h for v6 hybrid option with latest info. system
@@implntd_kid1864 the current 2023 Lexus RX 500H is still a 4 cylinder Turbo. Not a v6
Thats why I think the Mazda CX-70 and CX-90 is going to slaughter luxury SUV competitors they basically copied a BMW X5 with a straight six engine and 8 speed automatic for 30% less. Lexus needs to make their SUVs the same 3L straight six with 8speed automatic standard. 4cylinders make too much noise bc they lack torque over higher displacement.
Why does everyone conplain about the amount of cylinders, I dont usually look at car specs, I only know model names
8:49 Instrument cluster looks outdated
The whole car’s outdated 😂 and it barely went on sale
I think overall interior looks outdated
Why the blue color looks different in every pic or videos? Does anyone see it in person? Is it really dark blue and feel black sometimes?
This car shares a similar interior with my father's car(a white Lexus NX 350h).
Can you do a general technical specs overview at the beginning? I've only known the RX450H, until now.
I waited til 20:12 to see that the RX350H is a 4 cylinder 2.5L motor plus hybrid synergy combined for 246 hp and 233 lb. ft of torque. Much appreciate your work!
I wish they still kept the v6 in the Lexus RX/Toyota Highlander but as a option that would live alongside the turbo 4 cylinder
Me too the V6 was better in every single way
Though the N/A 4 cylinder hybrid is good, tried it in the ES hybrid and it’s great
Why complain
I agree that it looks like a fancier Venza. Especially because of the rear
I'm a big Lexus fan and in the market for this type of vehicle but I think I will go with a '21 or '22. I just want a simple V6 that I know will last forever and I don't like that schnoz on this new one.
I have the 2022 RX 350 F-Sport V6. I highly recommend getting the 2022 RX 450H V6.
@@ONI1013. is that hybrid?
@@KalvinPatel yup. Hybrid V6
@@ONI1013. I’m not too familiar with hybrids. How do Lexus hybrids stack up against others and is it worth it? How’s the battery in 10 years etc?
@@KalvinPatel Lexus/Toyota is the world leader in Hybrid technology. They were the first to mass produce hybrids with the Prius in 1997. And year after year wins awards for most efficient, and most reliable hybrids for last 20 years.
These new 2022 redesigned Lexus drive like a Dream.
2023 Lexus RX 57.5db vs 2023 Audi S3 57.9db; the RX video mentioned the road was rough but are they really that close? NVH is a big factor for me.
We look forward to testing the new RX in our local area for a fairer comparison
The Audi S3 is a very noisy car, or at least not the quiet serene cruiser like A6/A8.
I wish the 22 lexus nx has a spare tire like the RX
Hi Guys, great review. Which do you think is a better choice, this new RX 350 or the Acura MDX A Spec?
Thanks! That's a tough call... We probably lean slightly towards the MDX. We have a comparison on the channel if you want to check that out 👍
@@CarConfections Thank you.
I love my 2015 Lexus RX350
Does the Premium trim not have real leather?
You guys are great I like the way you explain every detail . I wished I should have got this instead of the Tesla model y that sucks no cooling seats 💺 paying almost $72 k
Thanks!
I love my 2013. Solid as a rock.
Me too love my 13, still great under 100k miles. Only 1 owner. I'm interesting to another rx350. Been on lots of youtube to watch which to get. 1 / 2023rx350
2 nx350h or 2022rx350. I'm confused 😕 😐 🤔
horrible outdated interior compared to rivals. And the cargo space is to small for this vehicle size.
My wife and I test drove this SUV and then the Genesis GV80 and we concluded the Genesis was much more luxurious in the interior and it comes with a 3.5 turbo V6 which was way more quieter and smoother than the Lexus we test drove for $5K less than because the Lexus dealer marked up the price on the one we looked at whereas the Genesis was not marked up.
Find a new dealer, there should be no mark up on any Lexus
@@jasonlin2519 EXACTLY. Lexus is probably one of the only places that don't usually do markups
I work at a lexus dealership. We do not mark up
IMHO, the Koreans (Genesis) are not on the same level as the Japanese (Lexus)- just sayin...
@@brittanysellscars5528 Thank you for sharing that Brittany. I had no idea and it's good info to know. So I guess this means that there is no negotiating on the price of the car, just on all the dealership costs, etc.?
Hi, I heard from the Houston’s dealers that they just have luxury package for RX350h at this time, how could you have the premium+ package ? Do you know which dealer that I can order premium+ package in Texas?
Lexus corporate gave us this RX so we cannot speak for what the dealership situation is. Thanks for watching!
Does it require premium gasoline?
Yes
thanks for this video. That gauge cluster does not like high techy...I want to like this car so bad, but the Germans do a better job with making the tech next gen...in my humble opinion.
It’s hard to like a nicer Toyota Highlander. Go gv80 or MDX or aviator for true luxury
what is the color of this one?
System malfunction right when you start ? 😂 There goes Lexus reliability
I thought they are reliable
This shows they aren’t despite suckers saying otherwise
@@naveenthemachine tbh I don't know about the tech stuff but when I think of Lexus reliability I only think of the engine
It’s a pre-production model.
@@schxn RX are already out. Too late to claim pre anything
@@Niles-Guy already out where?
What was that “black open pore wood”…. Was it a jab at the black plastic it is ?
Great review as always. Does it come with a heat pump?
Thanks! I don't believe so
Awesome car 🚗
That 120V outlet in the back is a $550 option. Not worth it. Way too much money as you can buy a plug in converter with two outlets for $60
The interior looks very toyota. The previous generation looks more luxurious i think. For some reason this feels like a step down from previous gen.
I think you nailed it. It looks a lot like my 2020 Rav4 Hybrid XSE
@@dg5274 my 2020 Camry XSE is as nice if not a tad nicer than the RX
@@naveenthemachine It's not. had to see the entire picture in a video but the RX is as nice or nicer than it has always been.
Venza lol
It’s not just how it looks but also how it feels. You have to see it in person to come to that conclusion.
Interior doesn't look very premium to me.
That’s what I tried to tell everyone from the get go. I as what everyone calls the internets biggest Toyota hater. Yet no one listened 😂
Too bad I was right this would happen.
what qualifies as a “premium” interior for you. surely you have never been inside this in person to realize quality is top notch and design is subjective.
@@mikevaldes9831 sit in a gv80 or aviator or MDX or even a grand Cherokee summit. Then come back and tell us if the Lexus is still nicer
@@naveenthemachine your comparing the wrong cars over than the mdx which doesn’t have a touchscreen and has tons of piano black plastic those other cars are around 75k to 80 k😊
@@vivaanaggarwal649 the MDX lacks a touchscreen yes but makes up for it by offering much better luxury features and a much nicer interior. The piano black usage isn’t as bad as you think.
There are no rear seat window shades?
They have in the luxury trim. Also has seat cushion extenders.
@20:30 you said that this RX has 50 more horsepower than the NX hybrid. Are you sure? The last time i checked the NX350h has 240 horsepower and this RX350h only has 246 horsepower. That's only 6 hp more, and with the added weight on the RX, the NX could possibly be faster.
Thanks for the video, I want to buy 2023 RX350L but I need to see all about it to make my mind, would you do one more video for it? 🙏
You're welcome! Lexus no longer makes the L version of the RX in this new generation. It is runored that they will instead launch a different 3 row model with a different name than RX
On the outside it looks like a slightly redesigned Nissan Murano...are Toyota and Nissan secret partners ? I drive a Murano and the ride quality is as good as in Lexus RX 350...makes you kind of wonder... :)))
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Started car shopping in 2021. Looked at Cadillac, Genesis, Audi, Lincoln, Infiniti, Range Rover etc. Lexus wasn't even in my line-up until they released the 2023. Love the new design and that I can spoil my passengers in the backseat with climate control and heated/ventilated seats. Lexus reliability and longevity seals the deal for me. However, I'm going to wait for the 2024. Want to see how all the 2023 owners like the new 4-cylinder first.
PS: You know you've watched A LOT of reviews when you recognize other journalists in the background!🤣 Thank you for another great review!
@@Alex-ed7ul And I don't understand people like you,. Surely you have better things to do with your time than read reviews and make snarky comments?
@@Alex-ed7ul 🤣
Many brands are dropping v8 to v6 and v6 drop to 4. What is the reason? Japanese, Korean, American, and German vehicles are losing v8 and v6 in least 2030 because Evs fault Tesla becomes popular!
@@Alex-ed7ul a measly $60-70K is the most expensive resource in one’s life?
@@jml9550 they meant time
The hybrid tech is all that gives this an serious advantage over the comp. The interior looks blah. Rather get a top level Palisade and save 10K.
The hybrid model is the exact same setup as. Highlander and rav4 and sienna so no real advantage for the rx
@@naveenthemachine this is true. But I was thinking about the premium auto market.
@@WordsMatter1982 well I wouldn’t call this premium per say. If you took out the Lexus logo the first thing you’d say is “nice toyota”
A palisade calligraphy is a much better luxury suv than this
Large wheels dont help with better mileage, whike this car is a 4cyl engine, I believe once the cars is loaded and its NOT on flat ground, the engine and transmission will face real challenges in the real world traffic. CVT are bad at providing the right gear at the appropriate time. Luxury is a too priority, by the way totally irrelevant, i drive a 2011 MDX v6, SH-AWD. So while fuel economy and luxury are top priorities for this car, everything has to be in complete coordination. I have luxury in my MDX, plenty of torque & power and i an willing to overlook my MPG because everything else falls into place in my MDX. If Lexus is going to survive in the car market merely with just a meet the expectation vehicle this will not translate into big sales and huge demand for this car. I myself, am in the market for a car but all these 4cyl engines just dont cut it, leas and less manufacturers are using naturally aspirated engines. Seems like now a days the 6cyl engine is becoming a rarity.
I wish the hood would be lower (so that I can see kids in the front) and this would be plug-in hybrid.
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You said the rx350h is the most efficient but other reviews say the rx500h is the most efficient, so which is it???
Definitely the RX350h. The 500h is a lot more powerful but also gets much worse fuel economy.
Literally the side, back seat and trunk of the car look the same as the old one. You have to pay 900 dollars for a panoramic monitor view screen for your 50K car lol. The infotainment looks no luxury at all.
I love the exterior! I also think the interior design is better than the NX. Also that’s a nice fuel economy improvement! Definitely think they should enlarge the gauge cluster display in the future.
Who cares about fuel economy? Buy a Prius for that 😂
i think your better off saving 10 grand n buyint a toyota highlander platinum hybird
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What’s the prize? you should tell the price on every review
See the video description for the full breakdown
Would those steering wheel touch-sensitive controls work with regular gloves? Smart gloves?
Looks like the new Venza
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have you guys, also tested a Merc from the same class ?
Yes, we recently posted a GLE review
Hard to believe some Lexus dealerships are demanding a $15,000 market adjustment to the price.
The only thing I’m disappointed with about the new RX is the screen. They should have kept the same screen setup that’s in the 22. It’s just too bulky
U like that trash pad lol
Super looking vehicle.
I would not pay this price for Lexus.
I don’t think anyone would be that stupid to pay for a nicer rav4
@@naveenthemachine I’d love to see what you drive
@@AcostaN949 i drive a Camry. But jokes on you. The RX is literally based off my Camry. And mine has a v6. Try saying that in the new RX. Oh that’s right you can’t. Plus, the Camry v6 has the same performance as the FASTEST performance rx 😂
@@naveenthemachine not really. Don’t hate on Lexus because it isn’t in your tax bracket.
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The Mazda CX-70 and CX-90 is going to slaughter luxury SUV competitors they basically copied a BMW X5 with a straight six engine and 8 speed automatic for 30% less.The new Mazda 3.3L straight six diesel on the CX-60 in Europe (same as CX-70) gets 60mpg! Lexus needs to make their SUVs the same 3L straight six with 8speed automatic standard. 4cylinders make too much noise bc they lack torque over higher displacement.
My 2017 will be the last RX I’ll own. I do not like this new design at all…
"rugged matte black plastic"
One of these words does not belong.
The heating and cooling features in the backseat is a $680 option. Not worth it for the few times you would have adults in the back seat. If you have kids it is too expensive a toy for them to play with.
This is a car for NPC’s that think they are too good for a Highlander
Excellent review as always!
Thanks as always 😁
Excellent review on a not so excellent car
This car does one thing exceptionally well. The hybrid engine and fuel economy is a huge plus over other luxury SUVs, though you lose the V6 so it's both a win and lose situation.
Interior definitely doesn't scream luxury. Bit disappointing interiors from Lexus this generation. No thigh adjustment, lots of plastic than leather, gauge cluster is worse than Toyota. It's a decent car, but it definitely isn't luxury like the Germans, Volvo or Genesis.
Lexus is getting closer to Acura in becoming too similar to the parent brand. New Crown and Prius are getting nice interiors without the Lexus badge. Think they need to go back to the drawing board for interior design for their future EVs.
Who cares about fuel efficiency? If you want that just buy a Toyota. It’s the same thing lol.
Also I’m the one who originally predicted the RX would be disappointing from get go. Yet no one listened 😂
Too bad for them I was right. The internets biggest Toyota hater wins again
Well said. All these companies need to take a page out of Genesis's book.
@@ayushmalpeddi2793 well Lexus won’t. They will be gone in a few years given how uncompetitive their cars are and that none of the new redesigns were well received. NX LX RX RZ. What’s next? GX or TX will also be another screwup?
Also acura is now nicer than anything lexus except the LC or LSA
@naveenthemachine Of course. I would never buy an RX over a GV80, which is the current leader in interior quality.
I know many who would prefer to buy the Lexus for the badge, even though they feel like rebadged Toyotas at this point.
Their lineup is embarrassing, yet sells due to fanboys and brand loyalty. They will definitely start to lose market share with EVs though. The whole Ioniq and EVX series will lead the non-luxury EV segment.
@@ishaansaral502 well they are already losing badly. Their RZ ev is a catastrophe and it’s not even on sale yet
I opted for an MDX over the 2022. Lexus IS losing their mojo and I am not crazy about the new RX, specially the 4cyl engine is not as smooth as the old 6 Cyl
been trying to figure out if Acura MDX or Lexus RX is the best option. How do you like your MDX?
@@KalvinPatel MDX is way better in every regard.
@@naveenthemachine damn im so torn lol, been researching both these cars
@@KalvinPatel you should go MDX if you want a true luxury suv
If you want a hybrid get a highlander or sienna.
@@naveenthemachine nice, I’ll check it. Why do you think Lexus Is losing their mojo though?
Telluride looks more premium
@@MikeForsythe and rapidly lose value.
@@user-tb7rn1il3q and can explode any second
@@MikeForsythe you must have the towing package, I don’t 😂😂😂👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Haha, I bet you don’t own either one.
@@iquix Why would I waist my money?
Of course! 😅
500h?
The back with the floating roof line makes the car look saggy at the back
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Lexus waited all this time for a new design, just to come up with this.
Imagine what they would’ve come up with if they didn’t take this long.
They’d come up with worse than this
Lexus IS dead. May the brand rest in peace 😔
@@naveenthemachine Far far from it. We can't keep vehicles on the lot.
@@calebcallahan3453 don't feed the poor troll, he's got nothing to do
@@naveenthemachine you’re a Hyundai fan😂 Lexus is very much still on par w/ the Germans. Infiniti and Acura are dead
@@naveenthemachine my dealership has 9-12 month wait for Lexus NX 350h. So I don’t think they are in trouble as you say
Awesome review.
Thanks so much! 😁
For the most part I really - oops, system malfunction. As I was saying, this car really meets my - oops, system malfunction.
I like everything but the front nose. It reminded me of the pig nose, especially close up...lol
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lol...people who buy these vehicles dont really care about gas savings....gas pricing doesn't affect them...just a talking point for them and their tesla driving buddies.
Lexus IS the new Buick: cars for octogenarians
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Engine is screaming - most definitely not like Rx's of the past.
I tried very hard to like the front of the car. But I cannot!
Toyota just sucks at designing luxury vehicles
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What was the test vehicle priced at?
It was priced at $62,595 before destination
@@CarConfections 😂😂
Um yeah no. It’s dead on arrival. Typical Lexus. What a shame that the new RX is uncompetitive
But this means i was right
that grill ......yuck!
Nothing can replace the smoothness of the V6.
Agreed. I love the v6 in my Toyota
The place I loved the 4cyl is in my 2021 RAV4. Plenty of power for a much lighter car and 35mpg highway (29mpg city-non-turbo, reg gas).
Wow, the most underpowered 4 cyl in its class (both base and hybrid models), connected to a pathetic CVT transmission (hybrid). Slowest in its class. For more money than last year's V6. Sad.
Thanks guys - always enjoy your videos. The Lexus looks beautiful, and I do appreciate the upgraded features of 14 inch screen, updated tech, ventilated rear seats and automatic parking, but I will keep my 2022 450hl with its 6 cylinder engine. Quieter, quicker and smoother, from what I can see.
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Fantastic review! While this vehicle may not steal the show like some of its competitors, it will be around long after.
Who cares about reliability? Buy a Toyota Camry or corolla if you want that
@@naveenthemachine people who want a true LUXURY experience. Not a good look for your luxury automobile to be at the repair shop more than your garage.
@@juelzm149 If you want a true luxury experience why not just buy a Toyota in its top end trim and service it at a Lexus dealer?
Ive seen plenty of Lexus sedans (ES LS GX CT) in a Toyota service center.
@@naveenthemachine well for me personally, it is the dealership experience - night and day difference between Lexus and Toyota. And styling...I've actually always liked the controversial spindle.
@@juelzm149 some Toyotas have the spindle grille. Mirai venza Camry all sport that look
This looks dated. I've had Lexus since 2007. My current 2020 RX will be my last. The quality doesn't make up for the lack of courage to innovate
My first hybrid SUV! Awesome review bro.
I wouldn’t even bother with this. It’s just a nicer Toyota Highlander hybrid / sienna hybrid you know.
Ahh! You forgot about the separate cornering lamps next to the fog lamps. Also, are the triple beams adaptive?
Are you sure the acceleration is not bad?😂
It isn't worth a thing if its unavailable.
Wow, check out the wear on that front seat Look at the wrinkles and the way the leather is deformed from being sat in so many times this must be a service loaner
Boa noite..
Hard Yes ❤😊
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Love this car!
Lexus is STALE, it's all about Genesis now
Genesis won’t be around in 5 years.
Hater lol
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Lexus won’t be around in a few years. Genesis is the new Lexus
@@naveenthemachine Genesis is a flash in the pan. Lexus is a tried and true brand with long lasting products and high residuals. Genesis will be trailer park transportation since they will be able to buy em cheap.
It’s nice but it’s not “luxurious” looks like a fancier toyota venza!.. sad to say but Lincoln, Volvo, genesis even Buick is more premium🤷🏽♂️
Those break, this doesn't
@@ociabiYk every car has problems right?
@@ociabi who cares about that? Every cars reliable these days
If you want luxury and reliability just buy a Toyota in its top end trim.
I totally agree about it looking like a Venza! Especially from the rear end.
Yep. It doesn't separate itself in luxury in something like a Genesis GV80 or even Lincoln Aviator, let alone the Germans. It seems more "premium Toyota" than opulence of a luxury car.
I like it! I love the White Seats
this lexus is made in america. Same shit as every other car
Good bye lexus quality (except the 450h+ that’s still made in japan)
Actually, it's built in Ontario, Canada. All RX's has been produced there since the beginning of 2003. The ES, and upcoming TX are the only Lexus models that are going to be built in America
the interior is ugly , the painting is low quality , it's nothing about luxury