John, I think you missed the point of the Lexus R450h. The hybrid drivetrain is designed mainly to improve performance, not to reduce fuel consumption. It’s much quicker from a standing start.
People need to wake up before posting rubbish about fuel economy. Hybrids fall into two categories...plug in and charge for greater range and fuel economy or self generation for performance and enhanced econony. The rx is the latter type, weighs in at 2.3 tonnes. It's tall and wide and uses a 3.5 litre petrol engine for primary power. Name me one vehicle with those specs that will better 30mpg? No? Because likely it doesn't exist. True average mpg is about 32 based on imperial gallons. I'd argue that was mighty impressive all things considered. Want a fuel efficient car then buy a disposable ford with one of those dreadful 1.2 litre toy engines reputedly costing £100 per lump to manufacture. The rx uses one of the most reliable and finest v6 engines ever created. It's the swiss watch of engines...beautifully made. Combined with hybrid drive it delivers punch performance and, yes, remarkable economy all things considered. The motor will likely outlast the owners too. It delivers all this whilst wafting 5 people about in luxury. Thats what the rx is all about. Detractors have never driven or owned one.
@@ReferenceFidelityComponents it's a very reliable vehicle but I have seen a few rx450h with a bit of smoke coming out of the tail pipe....gets me curious
Just a point of interest. I have been a Toyota/Lexus snob for many years starting in 1994. Started with a 1994 Camry XLE V6 which lasted over 300k miles, next was a 2001 Lexus RX 300 which gave us excellent service for 15 years and 268k miles. Purchase a 2008 Lexus RX 350 and it was totaled in 2017. It’s safety features saved our lives!! After the insurance payed us we purchased a 2017 RX 350 (wife’s car) which we will keep as long as possible. I recently purchased a 2019 RAV 4 Limited trim and it’s better then the 2016 Honda CRV. I couldn’t warm up to the CVT transmission, long engine warm-up and crappy paint (not sure but the paint was not many microns thick) and any small scratches and stone chips went through to the bare metal. I am located in the north eastern part of the US (New Hampshire) Enjoy your reviews and comments. Keep it going!!
I had the latest RX450h all day very nice very refined. Yes reliability of Lexus is like no other! Again i love my LS magnificent piece of machinery and better than Benz.
Nice work John, I always enjoy your reviews. You must be asleep by now seeing that this was released 50 minutes ago. That means that this video was rekeased at 11:57 my time in Australia. I appreciate the hard work John.
Been waiting for this review. The Lexus brand suits my un-exciting, long distance driving luxury seeking self. Thanks John. Patrick Bwoye - South Africa
I have worked IT in Mercedes dealerships. ...and the cars tend to be in the shop rather than out. i'd never buy a merc. and if i was given one, i'd sell it post haste.
My experience owning a SL 500 was a disaster. Everywhere I went people asked me for money. But I had no money because the piece of shit was bleeding me dry.
I lived in the UK and used to drive BMWs and then bought a Mercedes 500SEC in 1994. I was very diappointed with it, especially the automatic gearbox and lack of feel through the steering wheel. I am no longer interested in cars and only think of them as a method of getting from A to B. I now live in Thailand and drive a diesel Toyota Hilux Double Cab 2.4 Diesel that does everything I need and you can open the bonnet and recognise all the parts of the vehicle that are accessible like the old days. I cannot see why anyone would buy a hybbrid car that is going to be a nigtmare for maintenance and repairs in the future as too complicated.
I would probably only buy a Toyota, Honda, possibly Mazda and only a NON hybrid car in Thailand. Cars not assembled/manufactured in Thailand are subject to a minimum of 110% import tax so the Lexus is not a viable proposition. If I was living in the UK would opt for a second hand NON hybrid Lexus or Toyota.
I love the Audi commercial when children get confused in the car pool line when they see identical silver Lexus RX 350s lined up. Then a black Audi Q5 pulls up and 2 kids immediately recognize their parent’s car.
I have owned a Mercedes but because of after sales service I sold it! Mercedes really treat their clients like crap! I currently own an Audi and I absolutely love it although have had some small issues with after sales service mainly the corporate program.
John, thank you for your clear and insightful comments on the 2020/21 Lexus 350. I have been enjoying your colourful reviews for several years now. During 2020/21 I have been researching several vehicles to replace my beloved 2000 (petrol),Toyota Prado being sure that the 2020/21 Prado would be a natural fit for me, (as I have owned it for 20 years now), but it was not meant to be. Five years ago I purchased for my wife, an excellent new Audi A4 Quattro TFSI and have seriously enjoyed that car on several very long journeys through Victoria, SA & NSW and was expecting to purchase a Q5 or a Q7 2021 model. Both models proved to be a bitter disappointment, ( I wonder what were the design team at Audi thinking), the number one (of 4 issues), were 1: the touch pads - both panels are angled upwards and reflect the sunlight making the reading of the apps very difficult plus the finger prints, 2: the searching of the apps were a major distraction. 3: the equally ridiculous piano black - highly reflective dashboard, 4: No spare tyre? If that wasn’t enough, I also tested the Porsche Macan and Cayenne and found them seriously short on value for the money. My wife and I really do enjoy long drives, it would not bother us to travel 2 hours to see and interesting exhibition or go to a really good winery for lunch, so when I tested the Lexus 350 I was pleased beyond compare and I am ready to buy the 2021 “crafted” model from my local Brighton Lexus dealer around April 10. I especially like the vented and heated front seats, all wheel drive, centre diff lock, spare wheel, HUD, two places to store I phones, Etc, etc. And yes it so happens to be $50,000 - $80,000 cheaper than the Germans. We are retired studio photographers but maintain a keen interest in landscape and fine art imagery, the Lexus fits the equipment and our baggage neatly. The only down side is the over sized doors, bit of an accessibility issue in the shopping centre car parks. Sound quality is not really an issue as I find driving through the high country with the music on a considerable distraction, except on the main highways. Compared to KIA, the build quality of the Lexus feels stronger and as the vehicle is built in the same Japanese factory as my series 200 Prado - I am confident of another great purchase. My wife’s Audi is now five years old and now that our children have left us alone her car is now too big, so we are now looking for a all wheel drive replacement with Lexus. What would you suggest? I look forward to more of your excellent reviews on Hybrids, Petrol/Diesel/electric/hydrogen /magnetic engines, Luxury tax on essential safety equipment, recovery gear, finance, depreciation, tyres - especially Cooper ATF’s, and the poor state of our major and minor country roads. Best regards..
Hey John I have had a positive experience with owning a VW Scirocco R since 2014. We have had two problems with it during this time, both inside the warranty period. The first problem was with the motor in the drivers side mirror. No big deal they replaced it with no fuss. The 2nd problem was with the fuel gauge sensor in the fuel tank, bit of a hassle as it too them 2 goes to fix it. But since those two issues have been fixed its been great car. Versatile and lots of fun in the twistys on the weekends. I would have purchased another one but they have discontinued them until the proposed electric Scirocco in 2022. I am happy to keep the current Scirocco until something similar tickles my fancy.
John - a completely unrelated question relating to your recent towing video. I triple tow (tow two trailers at once) with my 2012 F150. F150 towing a medium sized camper with a small utility trailer connected to it with canoe, kayaks, bikes etc... Yes, if you can believe it this is legal in Ontario with a standard G-class license. I was wondering if you could help me understand the weight distribution with regard to the 3rd trailer. F150: rated for 7350LBS GVWR and 15,100 LBS GCVR with 1700 LBS payload. Camper: 4300 dry weight and 5500 GVWR with about 750 LBS hitch weight. Utility trailer: GCWR of 2000lbs with about 300 LBS hitch weight. I will never put that much in it - more like 400lbs total with about 60LBS of hitch weight. So, my question is how does the utility trailer affect the math? Is it added to the GVWR of the camper? Or just to the GCWR of the F150. The total theoretical MAX weight would be 14,850lbs, which is still safe for the F150. ..again, I will never put more than 450 lbs on the 2nd trailer. Any help would be appreciated because there is quite literally no information online about triple towing.
You think the infotainment unit is bad in the new ones, I just bought a used 2011 IS250 that doesn't have a screen at all and just has a radio and cd player that looks straight out of 2008 and earlier. I'm getting it converted into a android auto model via a tablet install but still, it's insane that it was even the case back in 2011 for the price. Still, it feels amazing to drive, almost like I'm in a limo, and somehow only has 44000 on the odometer so I figure I'll get 15 years out of it before anything catastrophic happens...
So spend another 30% over the top of the Klugger to get a car that has little to no difference mechanically/dynamically nor in terms of engineering quality. But you do get front end styling specifically designed to show society that you are beyond petty concerns such as taste. Ffs, just buy the Klugger and put the savings into that vasectomy and swingers club membership you've been thinking about along with the occasional visit to the GP for your regular broad spectrum antibiotic shot.
Classic... you've sold me... but it'll be 10 years before I upgrade from the Hyundai Terracans and 3rd car been 95% depreciated Grandeur. Maybe I've been abit tight and could afford that GP visit after all.
As a patriotic citizen of Retardistan, I fully appreciate your comparison between the paragon of reliability, Lexus, and the icon of perpetual woe, BMW. Nothing like the encouraging words of wisdom from a faithful compatriot...
You make a lot of sense John it would be fantastic if you could do a part 2 to this video if you can have the car back again for some good video shots... I know the entertainment system in Lexus cars are awkward to use but that Mark Levinson sound system is awesome I'd rather have that and good build quality with reliability and great customer service then dealing with a German brand.
John, I rarely completely agree with you, but almost never completely disagree (there is a vast space of grey area between those two, and I most often fall much more on the "agree" side). On this topic, I think I may actually completely agree. Spot on review of the good and not so good.
John, what can I say,,, you were right in relation to our purchase of our 2017 XC90, excellent car all round, great sales team, BUT, the after sales service and lack of knowledge or just pure negligence from the service department is criminal! I could go on and on with the pure crap that we have been put through in relation to our Volvo Dealer but I won't bore you or the other readers. With just 60,000km on the clock we are cutting our losses and trading it in for the RX350. Would have loved to have gone for something like the Kruger or CX9 but the $ didn't add up. So with all the reviews that I have read hopefully our future experience with Lexus will be a trouble free one. Keep up the good work and I really should not have been smoking the crack pipe two years ago as you so elegantly put it...
Had the rx450h for 2 yrs now. My biggest gripe is not the infotainment system which is a doddle to use...honestly. Why do we need or want a mac or android system in a car? Keep it simple. No...its the comparitive lack of load space compared with say an X5. Hybrid buys better city mpg but it wont run on EV up hills or if you have the right foot of a lead booted urangotang. Hybrid adds 400kg so why drag all that about? Well here in blighty you get about 32mpg...and closer to 45mpg in town...not great but not bad. However...stomp on the gas and shove in sport mode is instant. 2.3 tonnes to 60mph in under 7 seconds...averaged over 5 runs more like 6.8 seconds backed up by independant tests. Ignore the spec sheets...they understate the true performance..they actually publish truly pessamistic performance figures not born out by testing against gps...maybe to put off the hoy-palloy from buying? Who knows but it is a quick motor. Cruising is quiet and refined and reliability is legendary...best cars made. Want excitement? Buy a sports car. Want a do it all reliable refined and rapid motor that carries 5 in luxury? Buy an rx450h f sport.
John I have had 11 Lexus's (Lexi?) and there is a common weak point that is notable especially on current RX. The radar cruise control can not properly control your speed on inclines or declines or in slow moving traffic and is generally inferior by a factor of 99 against the systems in audi/merc/bmw. My 2018 Prado suffers badly from this also, My CLS Mercedes by comparison is phenomenal in that area. When it comes to all the other Lexus virtues, they are available in spades with the RX!
I actually had a good experience with the Three Pointed Swastika when my C250 Estate had an issue and that was with Coast Star Motors Newcastle, I can honestly say I was well looked after by the team there and probably would have had the same experience with Gosford as they are the same company, but I preferred to go to Newcastle, so I can recommend them from my experiences with them.
Personally I have no interest in "sporty" cars because if you drive them like they're meant to be driven you're on a fast track to having to walk for a few years. It's, in my opinion, just as much fun using your mad skilz to punt a shitty slow car along a mountain road as fast as it will go -- which in some cases might even be below the posted speed limit. Similarly, where's the fun in overtaking on a short straight on a two lane road when you start off siting on their bumper and have got 300+ HP on tap? Give me 100 HP, sit back 100m, spot the gap in the opposing traffic thirty seconds before it gets to you, put your foot to the floor, and arrive on the tail of the prey doing barely 20 km/h faster than it at the exact moment that the gap in the opposing traffic falls into place for you to change lanes into. SO much more satisfying when you get it right. And that is why I drive an Outback.
Hi john love your videos Iam thinking of purchasing a motor home what do think of the fiat are they as bad as the rest of the fiats cars don't like front wheel drive on a big thing like that what is your preference in motor homes
buy a lexus a few years old save heaps then enjoy years of luxury and reliability. My Lexus RX330 Dashboard cracked all over after 8 years of use Lexus Australia refused to replace it even tho customers in the US got it covered under an extended warranty agreement regardless of age. Solution for me keep the car until it dies and cover the cracks with a dash mat. I will buy Subaru next car their interiors are getting much better.
Stop making excuses for not being able to review properly. No one is asking you to make these... but if you do undertake a job, try and do justice to it!!! I have seen you make the same excuse a few times now... big thumbs down from me!!!
Hey john Im a diesel mechanic apprentice, whilst at training one of the trainers got onto the topic of the dpf hiluxs. Apparently he heard the dpf hiluxs are supposed to be running a different oil with a lower sulfer content than their usual oil. And toyota dealerships were just putting the old style oil in. I see the advantages of running after treatment systems with the trucks at work. Meeting euro emmisions in the after treatment means you can actually run the engine slightly more 'dirty' for more power and still meet emmissions. Great videos keep up the good work
Curious as to how you explained the chunks taken out of the car by the T1000 😂 Lexus probably apologised for the inconvenience knowing their customer service lol
While on the topic of SUVs, what is it about modern LED headlights? They are so fucking blinding. A Christmas Tree of parkers and headlights makes for difficult night driving if they are coming your way, especially when I'm in my I30. I'm surprised these vehicles with their lights are allowed in Australia.
@@hartzland7658 Yes I have but that has absolutely nothing to do with Jaguar / LR, their design and production is UK based. Maybe you are just prejudiced?
@@hartzland7658 While I'm where? I'm asking the question because I'm intrigued as to why you link the Tata car with JLR? The only thing that links them is the holding company, Tata, nothing else. I've probably owned more Jags and LRs than you've had hot dinners.
@@hartzland7658 Just to remind you of your original comment: "Have you not heard of the Tata 4wd they produced? Thats enough for me to steer clear of Jaguar,....." That made no sense and then you went on to write more nonsense. So, you're obviously none too bright and I'll waste no more time on you.
@@hartzland7658 I'm not defending them, I just want to know how you think the Indian made Tata car can in any way be linked to JLR but you can't answer that. If they provide shit service where you are (Queensland??) then that's tough. Drive my old Jag to bowls every Sunday? Is that the best you can do? I made lots of money from classic Jags and LRs/RRs. When you've got a sensible answer to my question then get back to me. If not then just piss off and annoy somebody else.
Good for me the acid kicked in about the time you started talking and that whole review came to life in my mind, but you turned into a parrot halfway through and that freaked my buzz! But it all turned out to the good. Keep on keeping on dude!
John, is the Japanese Lexus put together better than the Retardistan-built version? I’m trying to sort out this same question myself (Highlander vs RX 350), and since we keep our cars 15+ years, long-term reliability is very important. Thanks for the great (and entertaining) reviews!
For anyone wondering about this question, just look at Mercedes cars that were built in the US, absolute crapola, our 2000 ML 320 was a disaster. Now maybe Toyota/Lexus cares more about their reputation and won't settle for garbage products coming out of the US, but the tri-swastika brand was happy to dish it up...in spades.
@@gazzafloss Last time I was in Germany a local friend and I visited a car show where there were a few US made Mercs (Germans can't find the oldies at home, so import from the US). Not sure if the 1960s Mercs sold in the US were made in Stuttgart or the US, but one couple I spoke to said they had to fix a few things on a US spec Mercedes that ordinarily should've lasted longer. Can't recall what parts needed replacing. The US made Highlander and Acadia are sold here in Australia, as are Dodge Rams, Corvettes and Mustangs. No reliability or build issues with the Toyota, but heard the others are lemons.
Cost ownership is too high with the Germans. My wife wants something German. I want The RX. I have an RX 350 Fsport and put almost 200k on my 2016 GX460. If Lexus hiccups I am curious until it goes away. My 2008 Toureg would belch and my heart would stop.
John: Give me a Toyota Camry every time and I will be happy,with all the money I save,I think the Lexus is ugly, looks like a vacuum cleaner, no matter how it handles, and for the price no contest.
Response to AutoExpertTV:So now all the YOUTUB public can see the real you. Mr. AutoExpert an angry disrespectful man that uses profanity and disparages TH-cam viewers when they express their opinion about your videos. It’s interesting that you can dish it out and disparage members of the car industry but you consider yourself an exception and special when someone constructively criticizes you. You can give it but not take it. In my comments I never used profanity at you or referred to your character with disparaging remarks. But what do I know; I’m just a common American among many TH-cam viewers that you referred to as a no body.
Kluger is synonymous with no brain choices and " I want a Cruiser but not enough $$". Every time I see one I feel the vacuum as it passes. I could not even fake excitement if I won one. Pretty much the same with the Lexus. Do nothing for me. Your comment about testing it in context is spot on. So many tests do more to communicate their sufferance of being demoted from testing another Ferrari instead of the intended usage. Things like cars that not needing to see a dealer every second week, its comfort and feel at ordinary speeds and dealer support are more important to me than how fast it could lap the 'Ring. I enjoy my bread and butter car for what it is. One day maybe a GT3 and then that stuff will have a higher priority.
Love your work as always mate, and aside from being a shining beacon in a shitstorm of auto industry bullshit, every time I watch your videos I feel the vocabulary centre of my brain being stimulated (ie dead dingos donger lol). On a serious note have you ever considered setting up some kind of payment system that we could contribute to as a way of supporting your mostly thankless work?
We call it being an absolute fucking wanker. Unless of course he is emotionally invested in the results of the games they play. Then he is merely a fan and supporter. I hope that clears that up for you.
@tone167 The Hyundai Highlander started production seven months before the Toyota Highlander. I think Japan and Australia are the only two countries to use the Kluger badge.
I'm not updating my 2011 Lexus IS 350 f sport until they get rid of that disgusting front end grille thing. I hope whomever designed that is now pushing up daisies somewhere.
Gawd 6 days with no Cadogan ! WTF I'm being inundated with commercials here.Did you get monetized? More F-bombs...more racism...say you hate Jesus...Anything but this!
My last car I bought (as a strictly middle class individual, no more) was a Proton Satria GTI. Australian Motors claimed they had thst particular car cause it passed their mechanical test with flying colors. Bloody evil pricks..... Ok the engine punched hard for 5 years, but all the dodgy problems they sold me with. And how does a standard car service take longer than an 8 hour day?? Remember sitting there after closing time still waiting for my car. Australian Motors are no more to me. Slightly novel and long winded rant on that front.
@@coover65 lol I'm an honest man, it actually woulda been a decent car for the price if it hadn't turned out others had previously screwed with its electronics. Alas, I drive a decent car these days. Long way to go to afford my dear Lotus one day
@@peebow1000 To be honest, I was curious whether you'd had problems with your Proton. Saw them everywhere in Malaysia (funny about that), but never saw any old ones. Here in Australia they're not up there on what I would consider a choice (they're all 4 cylinder small cars which don't suit me), but the Jumbucks seem quite reliable. Hope you win Lotto this week and get that Lotus!
@@coover65 the GTI was good, a pocket rocket as they'd say. Seemed to rev out to bout 7500 ( don't quote me, not sure if that was the manufacturers spec). But basically hit its limiter every day. Ditched it when engine seemed to have popped a gasket or something. I'm not a gambling man, but a pretty good saver/investor, im 35. Maybe a Lotus when i'm 45?? These are depressing thoughts lol
@@peebow1000 Get one while you can! I'm 53 with a bad back, so probably couldn't get myself into a Lotus! Flat out getting into a regular car, which is why I drive a Kluger SUV.
@@AutoExpertJC No problem.I STOPPED watching your videos as many other viewers stop watching after their first experience. That's why you have only 22,092 views on this channel. You spend too much time in the first half of your video talking about stuff that has nothing to do with the actual vehicle review. And please don’t call me a troll. I'm just expressing my first amendment right. You just take too long to get to the point. Your red light to stop is way to long.
@@ikescomments1931 You're not only a troll; you're also a fuckwit with no life, commenting on a video you didn't like instead of finding something else you prefer. My reviews are targeted quite carefully and they drive my business, which is quite successful. Average view duration: 9 min 32 sec., so what the fuck would you know about "many other viewers stop watching..." blah, blah, blah? Keep up your fine work, however, achieving your apparent objective: being nobody.
So now all the TH-cam public can see the real you. Mr. AutoExpert an angry disrespectful man that uses profanity and disparages TH-cam viewers when they express their opinion about your videos. It’s interesting that you can dish it out and disparage members of the car industry but you consider yourself an exception and special when someone constructively criticizes you. You can give it but not take it. In my comments I never used profanity at you or referred to your character with disparaging remarks. But what do I know; I’m just a common American among many TH-cam viewers that you referred to as a no body. @@AutoExpertJC
@@ikescomments1931 You're not constructively criticising me (where the aim would be assistance). You're being a troll arsehole. Go fuck yourself. This is me taking it. You are a nobody - not even brave enough to use a real name to stand behind what you say - so a coward in addition to a fuckwit.
AutoExpert TV yes, I know what you mean, but what you get is a V-6, and you said V8. Just a point of clarification, you probably want to speak of what you actually have, and not what they started with
AutoExpert TV I love it, extra grumpy already. You said, twice, you hate Frankenstein V8's. However, what the consumer is getting is a cut down V8, made into a V-6. It seems to me that's what you hate. The resulting V6. The v8 is fine.
If this car costs a fortune, drives in a very uninspiring way and has an appalling infotainment system, then what is the point? People with more money than sense will buy a Lexus without consulting a car review, they will buy because they think that their mates down the golf club will consider it cool!
John, wankers with money, will always buy the dearer brand, that screams " Look, I'm a wanker with more money then sense." In this case they cry, "It's not a Toyota, it"s a Lexus!" I'd rather spend the 30% on a hot tub filled with cheerleaders, yeessssssssssssssssss! 😃
I lost my patience at 12-14 minutes. What kind of car review is this. There was ford and and long stuff and what not... But there is no cars to show. I can't remember which car we talked about here
i double dingo's donger dare you to put your dirty paws on a focus st/rs. and i love dingo dongers. I know ford sucks on your continent, but it's a good car.
John, I think you missed the point of the Lexus R450h. The hybrid drivetrain is designed mainly to improve performance, not to reduce fuel consumption. It’s much quicker from a standing start.
Hybrids are about reducing fuel consumption. Sure they can make amazing power if designed that way.
He addressed this in his UX review. (Presumably, having a bigger vehicle changes the equation.)
People need to wake up before posting rubbish about fuel economy. Hybrids fall into two categories...plug in and charge for greater range and fuel economy or self generation for performance and enhanced econony. The rx is the latter type, weighs in at 2.3 tonnes. It's tall and wide and uses a 3.5 litre petrol engine for primary power. Name me one vehicle with those specs that will better 30mpg? No? Because likely it doesn't exist. True average mpg is about 32 based on imperial gallons. I'd argue that was mighty impressive all things considered. Want a fuel efficient car then buy a disposable ford with one of those dreadful 1.2 litre toy engines reputedly costing £100 per lump to manufacture.
The rx uses one of the most reliable and finest v6 engines ever created. It's the swiss watch of engines...beautifully made. Combined with hybrid drive it delivers punch performance and, yes, remarkable economy all things considered. The motor will likely outlast the owners too. It delivers all this whilst wafting 5 people about in luxury. Thats what the rx is all about. Detractors have never driven or owned one.
@@ReferenceFidelityComponents it's a very reliable vehicle but I have seen a few rx450h with a bit of smoke coming out of the tail pipe....gets me curious
Just a point of interest. I have been a Toyota/Lexus snob for many years starting in 1994. Started with a 1994 Camry XLE V6 which lasted over 300k miles, next was a 2001 Lexus RX 300 which gave us excellent service for 15 years and 268k miles. Purchase a 2008 Lexus RX 350 and it was totaled in 2017. It’s safety features saved our lives!! After the insurance payed us we purchased a 2017 RX 350 (wife’s car) which we will keep as long as possible. I recently purchased a 2019 RAV 4 Limited trim and it’s better then the 2016 Honda CRV. I couldn’t warm up to the CVT transmission, long engine warm-up and crappy paint (not sure but the paint was not many microns thick) and any small scratches and stone chips went through to the bare metal. I am located in the north eastern part of the US (New Hampshire) Enjoy your reviews and comments. Keep it going!!
I had the latest RX450h all day very nice very refined. Yes reliability of Lexus is like no other! Again i love my LS magnificent piece of machinery and better than Benz.
Nice work John, I always enjoy your reviews. You must be asleep by now seeing that this was released 50 minutes ago. That means that this video was rekeased at 11:57 my time in Australia. I appreciate the hard work John.
Note that he probably started uploading at 8.00am lol
So, you're saying the RX can't handle cyclones and tsunamis? Or terminators? Good to know. -- John Skinner
Been waiting for this review. The Lexus brand suits my un-exciting, long distance driving luxury seeking self. Thanks John. Patrick Bwoye - South Africa
I have worked IT in Mercedes dealerships. ...and the cars tend to be in the shop rather than out. i'd never buy a merc. and if i was given one, i'd sell it post haste.
My experience owning a SL 500 was a disaster. Everywhere I went people asked me for money. But I had no money because the piece of shit was bleeding me dry.
I lived in the UK and used to drive BMWs and then bought a Mercedes 500SEC in 1994. I was very diappointed with it, especially the automatic gearbox and lack of feel through the steering wheel. I am no longer interested in cars and only think of them as a method of getting from A to B. I now live in Thailand and drive a diesel Toyota Hilux Double Cab 2.4 Diesel that does everything I need and you can open the bonnet and recognise all the parts of the vehicle that are accessible like the old days. I cannot see why anyone would buy a hybbrid car that is going to be a nigtmare for maintenance and repairs in the future as too complicated.
I would probably only buy a Toyota, Honda, possibly Mazda and only a NON hybrid car in Thailand. Cars not assembled/manufactured in Thailand are subject to a minimum of 110% import tax so the Lexus is not a viable proposition. If I was living in the UK would opt for a second hand NON hybrid Lexus or Toyota.
I've never seen someone add so much fluff to his videos.
I love the Audi commercial when children get confused in the car pool line when they see identical silver Lexus RX 350s lined up. Then a black Audi Q5 pulls up and 2 kids immediately recognize their parent’s car.
the law of diminishing returns applies to all luxury cars.
Get an X3/4 if changeover is frequent, but get the RX for long term ownership
I have owned a Mercedes but because of after sales service I sold it! Mercedes really treat their clients like crap! I currently own an Audi and I absolutely love it although have had some small issues with after sales service mainly the corporate program.
John, thank you for your clear and insightful comments on the 2020/21 Lexus 350.
I have been enjoying your colourful reviews for several years now.
During 2020/21 I have been researching several vehicles to replace my beloved 2000 (petrol),Toyota Prado being sure that the 2020/21 Prado would be a natural fit for me, (as I have owned it for 20 years now), but it was not meant to be.
Five years ago I purchased for my wife, an excellent new Audi A4 Quattro TFSI and have seriously enjoyed that car on several very long journeys through Victoria, SA & NSW and was expecting to purchase a Q5 or a Q7 2021 model.
Both models proved to be a bitter disappointment, ( I wonder what were the design team at Audi thinking), the number one (of 4 issues), were
1: the touch pads - both panels are angled upwards and reflect the sunlight making the reading of the apps very difficult plus the finger prints,
2: the searching of the apps were a major distraction.
3: the equally ridiculous piano black - highly reflective dashboard,
4: No spare tyre?
If that wasn’t enough, I also tested the Porsche Macan and Cayenne and found them seriously short on value for the money.
My wife and I really do enjoy long drives, it would not bother us to travel 2 hours to see and interesting exhibition or go to a really good winery for lunch, so when I tested the Lexus 350 I was pleased beyond compare and I am ready to buy the 2021 “crafted” model from my local Brighton Lexus dealer around April 10.
I especially like the vented and heated front seats, all wheel drive, centre diff lock, spare wheel, HUD, two places to store I phones, Etc, etc. And yes it so happens to be $50,000 - $80,000 cheaper than the Germans.
We are retired studio photographers but maintain a keen interest in landscape and fine art imagery, the Lexus fits the equipment and our baggage neatly.
The only down side is the over sized doors, bit of an accessibility issue in the shopping centre car parks.
Sound quality is not really an issue as I find driving through the high country with the music on a considerable distraction, except on the main highways.
Compared to KIA, the build quality of the Lexus feels stronger and as the vehicle is built in the same Japanese factory as my series 200 Prado - I am confident of another great purchase.
My wife’s Audi is now five years old and now that our children have left us alone her car is now too big, so we are now looking for a all wheel drive replacement with Lexus.
What would you suggest?
I look forward to more of your excellent reviews on Hybrids, Petrol/Diesel/electric/hydrogen /magnetic engines, Luxury tax on essential safety equipment, recovery gear, finance, depreciation, tyres - especially Cooper ATF’s, and the poor state of our major and minor country roads.
Best regards..
Hey John I have had a positive experience with owning a VW Scirocco R since 2014. We have had two problems with it during this time, both inside the warranty period. The first problem was with the motor in the drivers side mirror. No big deal they replaced it with no fuss. The 2nd problem was with the fuel gauge sensor in the fuel tank, bit of a hassle as it too them 2 goes to fix it. But since those two issues have been fixed its been great car. Versatile and lots of fun in the twistys on the weekends. I would have purchased another one but they have discontinued them until the proposed electric Scirocco in 2022. I am happy to keep the current Scirocco until something similar tickles my fancy.
Seriously, try the lottery. :-)
Great review John, since you covered the Lexus UX & RX any chance you could review the NX ?
John - a completely unrelated question relating to your recent towing video.
I triple tow (tow two trailers at once) with my 2012 F150. F150 towing a medium sized camper with a small utility trailer connected to it with canoe, kayaks, bikes etc...
Yes, if you can believe it this is legal in Ontario with a standard G-class license.
I was wondering if you could help me understand the weight distribution with regard to the 3rd trailer.
F150: rated for 7350LBS GVWR and 15,100 LBS GCVR with 1700 LBS payload.
Camper: 4300 dry weight and 5500 GVWR with about 750 LBS hitch weight.
Utility trailer: GCWR of 2000lbs with about 300 LBS hitch weight. I will never put that much in it - more like 400lbs total with about 60LBS of hitch weight.
So, my question is how does the utility trailer affect the math? Is it added to the GVWR of the camper? Or just to the GCWR of the F150. The total theoretical MAX weight would be 14,850lbs, which is still safe for the F150.
..again, I will never put more than 450 lbs on the 2nd trailer.
Any help would be appreciated because there is quite literally no information online about triple towing.
You think the infotainment unit is bad in the new ones, I just bought a used 2011 IS250 that doesn't have a screen at all and just has a radio and cd player that looks straight out of 2008 and earlier. I'm getting it converted into a android auto model via a tablet install but still, it's insane that it was even the case back in 2011 for the price. Still, it feels amazing to drive, almost like I'm in a limo, and somehow only has 44000 on the odometer so I figure I'll get 15 years out of it before anything catastrophic happens...
The Kluger may be better in every aspect, but does it come with as much intangible status?
So spend another 30% over the top of the Klugger to get a car that has little to no difference mechanically/dynamically nor in terms of engineering quality.
But you do get front end styling specifically designed to show society that you are beyond petty concerns such as taste.
Ffs, just buy the Klugger and put the savings into that vasectomy and swingers club membership you've been thinking about along with the occasional visit to the GP for your regular broad spectrum antibiotic shot.
Classic... you've sold me... but it'll be 10 years before I upgrade from the Hyundai Terracans and 3rd car been 95% depreciated Grandeur. Maybe I've been abit tight and could afford that GP visit after all.
@@peterlattimore6013 at least you'll be free of that burning sensation....
As a patriotic citizen of Retardistan, I fully appreciate your comparison between the paragon of reliability, Lexus, and the icon of perpetual woe, BMW. Nothing like the encouraging words of wisdom from a faithful compatriot...
looks like an awesome car
Damn. Was hoping to hear you say the infotainment system had improved and that you'd given it a great big thumbs up.
I appreciate that you never fail to give your viewers a good spray John.
You make a lot of sense John it would be fantastic if you could do a part 2 to this video if you can have the car back again for some good video shots... I know the entertainment system in Lexus cars are awkward to use but that Mark Levinson sound system is awesome I'd rather have that and good build quality with reliability and great customer service then dealing with a German brand.
John, don't knock the 90 degree GM 3800 lump. 1987 Buick Grand National 3.8 liter turbocharged mill with 245 horsepower/355 foot pounds torque still going strong ...err mate! ^^
LOVE your attitude, John Cadogan. You remind me so much of my father who always called a spade a ...... machete ‼️
Great review John, thanks. I once had the same thing happen to me when I went camping. Those bloody terminators are hard to get rid of!
John, I rarely completely agree with you, but almost never completely disagree (there is a vast space of grey area between those two, and I most often fall much more on the "agree" side). On this topic, I think I may actually completely agree. Spot on review of the good and not so good.
John, what can I say,,, you were right in relation to our purchase of our 2017 XC90, excellent car all round, great sales team, BUT, the after sales service and lack of knowledge or just pure negligence from the service department is criminal! I could go on and on with the pure crap that we have been put through in relation to our Volvo Dealer but I won't bore you or the other readers. With just 60,000km on the clock we are cutting our losses and trading it in for the RX350. Would have loved to have gone for something like the Kruger or CX9 but the $ didn't add up. So with all the reviews that I have read hopefully our future experience with Lexus will be a trouble free one.
Keep up the good work and I really should not have been smoking the crack pipe two years ago as you so elegantly put it...
Had the rx450h for 2 yrs now. My biggest gripe is not the infotainment system which is a doddle to use...honestly. Why do we need or want a mac or android system in a car? Keep it simple.
No...its the comparitive lack of load space compared with say an X5. Hybrid buys better city mpg but it wont run on EV up hills or if you have the right foot of a lead booted urangotang. Hybrid adds 400kg so why drag all that about? Well here in blighty you get about 32mpg...and closer to 45mpg in town...not great but not bad.
However...stomp on the gas and shove in sport mode is instant. 2.3 tonnes to 60mph in under 7 seconds...averaged over 5 runs more like 6.8 seconds backed up by independant tests. Ignore the spec sheets...they understate the true performance..they actually publish truly pessamistic performance figures not born out by testing against gps...maybe to put off the hoy-palloy from buying? Who knows but it is a quick motor.
Cruising is quiet and refined and reliability is legendary...best cars made. Want excitement? Buy a sports car. Want a do it all reliable refined and rapid motor that carries 5 in luxury? Buy an rx450h f sport.
John I have had 11 Lexus's (Lexi?) and there is a common weak point that is notable especially on current RX. The radar cruise control can not properly control your speed on inclines or declines or in slow moving traffic and is generally inferior by a factor of 99 against the systems in audi/merc/bmw. My 2018 Prado suffers badly from this also, My CLS Mercedes by comparison is phenomenal in that area. When it comes to all the other Lexus virtues, they are available in spades with the RX!
I actually had a good experience with the Three Pointed Swastika when my C250 Estate had an issue and that was with Coast Star Motors Newcastle, I can honestly say I was well looked after by the team there and probably would have had the same experience with Gosford as they are the same company, but I preferred to go to Newcastle, so I can recommend them from my experiences with them.
You got the review right and your recommendation is spot on.
What is a six speed CVT? I thought a constant velocity transmission had no gears. Just two pulleys and a belt.
@das wright the Toyota/Lexus system doesn't use bands, it's an ecvt,
It's a Continuously Variable Transmission.
I have both the Toy Highlander and a RX 350 love them both but prefer the Highlander . Cars seem quite pricey in OZ.
I've been considering a 2nd hand Kluger.
Thanks.
Personally I have no interest in "sporty" cars because if you drive them like they're meant to be driven you're on a fast track to having to walk for a few years. It's, in my opinion, just as much fun using your mad skilz to punt a shitty slow car along a mountain road as fast as it will go -- which in some cases might even be below the posted speed limit. Similarly, where's the fun in overtaking on a short straight on a two lane road when you start off siting on their bumper and have got 300+ HP on tap? Give me 100 HP, sit back 100m, spot the gap in the opposing traffic thirty seconds before it gets to you, put your foot to the floor, and arrive on the tail of the prey doing barely 20 km/h faster than it at the exact moment that the gap in the opposing traffic falls into place for you to change lanes into. SO much more satisfying when you get it right. And that is why I drive an Outback.
The very same reason I drive a NA Impreza. I love it.
The new infotainment system is being released this year.Its on par with the rest of the gang now.
spot on review John,well balanced with a side serve of champagne comedy ,thankyou
Are you going to review the 2019 Lexus RX at some point in the future because this was certainly not a review.
Enjoy the more sensible clips John with less "Yessssss" moments. You'll need to start preparing for more EV reviews in 2021-23...
Hi john love your videos Iam thinking of purchasing a motor home what do think of the fiat are they as bad as the rest of the fiats cars don't like front wheel drive on a big thing like that what is your preference in motor homes
Review of a Kia Cerato GT by any chance ?
buy a lexus a few years old save heaps then enjoy years of luxury and reliability. My Lexus RX330 Dashboard cracked all over after 8 years of use Lexus Australia refused to replace it even tho customers in the US got it covered under an extended warranty agreement regardless of age. Solution for me keep the car until it dies and cover the cracks with a dash mat. I will buy Subaru next car their interiors are getting much better.
Ive heard this regarding several lexus dashes
Stop making excuses for not being able to review properly. No one is asking you to make these... but if you do undertake a job, try and do justice to it!!!
I have seen you make the same excuse a few times now... big thumbs down from me!!!
Hey john
Im a diesel mechanic apprentice, whilst at training one of the trainers got onto the topic of the dpf hiluxs.
Apparently he heard the dpf hiluxs are supposed to be running a different oil with a lower sulfer content than their usual oil. And toyota dealerships were just putting the old style oil in.
I see the advantages of running after treatment systems with the trucks at work. Meeting euro emmisions in the after treatment means you can actually run the engine slightly more 'dirty' for more power and still meet emmissions.
Great videos keep up the good work
Curious as to how you explained the chunks taken out of the car by the T1000 😂
Lexus probably apologised for the inconvenience knowing their customer service lol
While on the topic of SUVs, what is it about modern LED headlights? They are so fucking blinding. A Christmas Tree of parkers and headlights makes for difficult night driving if they are coming your way, especially when I'm in my I30. I'm surprised these vehicles with their lights are allowed in Australia.
Just wondering what the support for Jaguar is like in Australia as I was thinking of the F-Pace 30d 6 cylinder turbo diesel which has 2400 kg towing.
@@hartzland7658 Why?
@@hartzland7658 Yes I have but that has absolutely nothing to do with Jaguar / LR, their design and production is UK based. Maybe you are just prejudiced?
@@hartzland7658 While I'm where? I'm asking the question because I'm intrigued as to why you link the Tata car with JLR? The only thing that links them is the holding company, Tata, nothing else. I've probably owned more Jags and LRs than you've had hot dinners.
@@hartzland7658 Just to remind you of your original comment: "Have you not heard of the Tata 4wd they produced? Thats enough for me to steer clear of Jaguar,....."
That made no sense and then you went on to write more nonsense. So, you're obviously none too bright and I'll waste no more time on you.
@@hartzland7658 I'm not defending them, I just want to know how you think the Indian made Tata car can in any way be linked to JLR but you can't answer that. If they provide shit service where you are (Queensland??) then that's tough.
Drive my old Jag to bowls every Sunday? Is that the best you can do? I made lots of money from classic Jags and LRs/RRs. When you've got a sensible answer to my question then get back to me. If not then just piss off and annoy somebody else.
I wish I could rip out my Infotainment system and replace it with a storage hole.
That has to be the ugliest front end ever put on a car in the entire history of cars, including the Edsel.
F Sport is about $15000 extra? So shouldn’t compare $100k F Sport to $75k Kluger.
Wot, no nuts? Ah, I spoke too soon.
Bring on Nut Fest Friday. I'd watch an hour long video of that.
Good for me the acid kicked in about the time you started talking and that whole review came to life in my mind, but you turned into a parrot halfway through and that freaked my buzz! But it all turned out to the good. Keep on keeping on dude!
John, is the Japanese Lexus put together better than the Retardistan-built version? I’m trying to sort out this same question myself (Highlander vs RX 350), and since we keep our cars 15+ years, long-term reliability is very important. Thanks for the great (and entertaining) reviews!
I'm curious too how much better the Japanese Lexus is to the US built Highlander/Kluger too.
For anyone wondering about this question, just look at Mercedes cars that were built in the US, absolute crapola, our 2000 ML 320 was a disaster. Now maybe Toyota/Lexus cares more about their reputation and won't settle for garbage products coming out of the US, but the tri-swastika brand was happy to dish it up...in spades.
@@gazzafloss Last time I was in Germany a local friend and I visited a car show where there were a few US made Mercs (Germans can't find the oldies at home, so import from the US). Not sure if the 1960s Mercs sold in the US were made in Stuttgart or the US, but one couple I spoke to said they had to fix a few things on a US spec Mercedes that ordinarily should've lasted longer. Can't recall what parts needed replacing.
The US made Highlander and Acadia are sold here in Australia, as are Dodge Rams, Corvettes and Mustangs. No reliability or build issues with the Toyota, but heard the others are lemons.
Good review. Thanks!
There will never be a perfect car on earth.........
Dead Dingo's Donga - luv it.. *thumbs up* [I'll be back!]
Cost ownership is too high with the Germans. My wife wants something German. I want The RX. I have an RX 350 Fsport and put almost 200k on my 2016 GX460. If Lexus hiccups I am curious until it goes away. My 2008 Toureg would belch and my heart would stop.
I know I know it's not a real place but apparently there's a lot of people there.
Hi what you think about haval h6 2.0 L turbo
You are a legend
John: Give me a Toyota Camry every time and I will be happy,with all the money I save,I think the Lexus is ugly, looks like a vacuum cleaner, no matter how it handles, and for the price no contest.
It reminds me of the robot from lost in space.
Response to AutoExpertTV:So now all the YOUTUB public can see the real you. Mr. AutoExpert an angry disrespectful man that uses profanity and disparages TH-cam viewers when they express their opinion about your videos. It’s interesting that you can dish it out and disparage members of the car industry but you consider yourself an exception and special when someone constructively criticizes you. You can give it but not take it. In my comments I never used profanity at you or referred to your character with disparaging remarks. But what do I know; I’m just a common American among many TH-cam viewers that you referred to as a no body.
John, your right we want to criticise - stop bull shitting about your life and tell us about the Lexus........damn
Quite possibly the ugliest front end treatment since the Edsel.
Kluger is synonymous with no brain choices and " I want a Cruiser but not enough $$". Every time I see one I feel the vacuum as it passes. I could not even fake excitement if I won one. Pretty much the same with the Lexus. Do nothing for me.
Your comment about testing it in context is spot on. So many tests do more to communicate their sufferance of being demoted from testing another Ferrari instead of the intended usage. Things like cars that not needing to see a dealer every second week, its comfort and feel at ordinary speeds and dealer support are more important to me than how fast it could lap the 'Ring. I enjoy my bread and butter car for what it is. One day maybe a GT3 and then that stuff will have a higher priority.
Before Kiuger there was Toyota Harrier...
Love your work as always mate, and aside from being a shining beacon in a shitstorm of auto industry bullshit, every time I watch your videos I feel the vocabulary centre of my brain being stimulated (ie dead dingos donger lol). On a serious note have you ever considered setting up some kind of payment system that we could contribute to as a way of supporting your mostly thankless work?
Just a personal question John. What happened to your top lip and nose? Looks like ya got hit with a left hook or something. Hope your ok mate. Cheers.
Ever see him hit the bag? If he had a tangle, the other guy looks worse!
@@bobbyfeatherstone2834 Ha ha ha , true.
What’s a guy in Australia doing wearing a Pittsburgh stealers cap ???
We call it being an absolute fucking wanker. Unless of course he is emotionally invested in the results of the games they play. Then he is merely a fan and supporter. I hope that clears that up for you.
Theys called the Steelers, not the thieves.
Kluger = Highlander for 'Muricans.
@tone167 The Hyundai Highlander started production seven months before the Toyota Highlander. I think Japan and Australia are the only two countries to use the Kluger badge.
Do you ever review Mercedes vehicles
Nice looking, drive well, poorly engineered, crap support.
I'm not updating my 2011 Lexus IS 350 f sport until they get rid of that disgusting front end grille thing. I hope whomever designed that is now pushing up daisies somewhere.
I agree the front end grill is terrible but wishing death on them seems a bit much! How is your 350 going?
Gawd 6 days with no Cadogan ! WTF I'm being inundated with commercials here.Did you get monetized? More F-bombs...more racism...say you hate Jesus...Anything but this!
Lexus is the best reliable luxury cars there is.
What the hell is going on John? No swearing, no taking the piss out of religion? Not going to pass judgement but have they got to you? :)
8:35 Alain De Botton, The News; A User’s Manual
Like every other Lexus its very reliable but is the most boring car on earth to drive. Perfect soccer mom car.
Nice yellow P. :)
I love Australia from Las Vegas ✌👍🥂🍻
My last car I bought (as a strictly middle class individual, no more) was a Proton Satria GTI.
Australian Motors claimed they had thst particular car cause it passed their mechanical test with flying colors.
Bloody evil pricks.....
Ok the engine punched hard for 5 years, but all the dodgy problems they sold me with.
And how does a standard car service take longer than an 8 hour day??
Remember sitting there after closing time still waiting for my car.
Australian Motors are no more to me.
Slightly novel and long winded rant on that front.
You bought a Proton Satria GTI and prepared to admit that in public? You got balls!!
@@coover65 lol I'm an honest man, it actually woulda been a decent car for the price if it hadn't turned out others had previously screwed with its electronics. Alas, I drive a decent car these days. Long way to go to afford my dear Lotus one day
@@peebow1000 To be honest, I was curious whether you'd had problems with your Proton. Saw them everywhere in Malaysia (funny about that), but never saw any old ones. Here in Australia they're not up there on what I would consider a choice (they're all 4 cylinder small cars which don't suit me), but the Jumbucks seem quite reliable. Hope you win Lotto this week and get that Lotus!
@@coover65 the GTI was good, a pocket rocket as they'd say. Seemed to rev out to bout 7500 ( don't quote me, not sure if that was the manufacturers spec). But basically hit its limiter every day. Ditched it when engine seemed to have popped a gasket or something.
I'm not a gambling man, but a pretty good saver/investor, im 35. Maybe a Lotus when i'm 45??
These are depressing thoughts lol
@@peebow1000 Get one while you can! I'm 53 with a bad back, so probably couldn't get myself into a Lotus! Flat out getting into a regular car, which is why I drive a Kluger SUV.
dang it, he didn't say STRALIAN :))))
strayan, get it right mate.
Car reviews take forever but you take forever to start a review.
Don't watch.
@@AutoExpertJC No problem.I STOPPED watching your videos as many other viewers stop watching after their first experience. That's why you have only 22,092 views on this channel. You spend too much time in the first half of your video talking about stuff that has nothing to do with the actual vehicle review. And please don’t call me a troll. I'm just expressing my first amendment right. You just take too long to get to the point. Your red light to stop is way to long.
@@ikescomments1931 You're not only a troll; you're also a fuckwit with no life, commenting on a video you didn't like instead of finding something else you prefer. My reviews are targeted quite carefully and they drive my business, which is quite successful. Average view duration: 9 min 32 sec., so what the fuck would you know about "many other viewers stop watching..." blah, blah, blah? Keep up your fine work, however, achieving your apparent objective: being nobody.
So now all the TH-cam public can see the real you. Mr. AutoExpert an angry disrespectful man that uses profanity and disparages TH-cam viewers when they express their opinion about your videos. It’s interesting that you can dish it out and disparage members of the car industry but you consider yourself an exception and special when someone constructively criticizes you. You can give it but not take it. In my comments I never used profanity at you or referred to your character with disparaging remarks. But what do I know; I’m just a common American among many TH-cam viewers that you referred to as a no body.
@@AutoExpertJC
@@ikescomments1931 You're not constructively criticising me (where the aim would be assistance). You're being a troll arsehole. Go fuck yourself. This is me taking it. You are a nobody - not even brave enough to use a real name to stand behind what you say - so a coward in addition to a fuckwit.
Why not a more responsive DCT? I am not a fan of a slush-box or CVT.
Christian O. Holz reliability
Don't mention the DCT in John's presence, check back into his videos to see how much he thinks of them and the trouble they are proving to be.
Frankenstein 90° V6, I think you mean
They're invariably cut-down V8 engine blocks, is exactly what I mean.
AutoExpert TV yes, I know what you mean, but what you get is a V-6, and you said V8. Just a point of clarification, you probably want to speak of what you actually have, and not what they started with
What I said was absolutely correct. Perhaps you need an audiologist, or basic English refresher.
AutoExpert TV I love it, extra grumpy already. You said, twice, you hate Frankenstein V8's. However, what the consumer is getting is a cut down V8, made into a V-6. It seems to me that's what you hate. The resulting V6. The v8 is fine.
Connected inline 3s are awesome though
If this car costs a fortune, drives in a very uninspiring way and has an appalling infotainment system, then what is the point?
People with more money than sense will buy a Lexus without consulting a car review, they will buy because they think that their mates down the golf club will consider it cool!
Surprisingly they're not that expensive when compared with the Toyota . At least in Australia anyway.
What the hell is a Kluger???? Sounds like a Luger with an L.
11:28 my mom did.......
oh yeah and i think the 450h is #1 suv for a reason
CAMO!!!! 🤙
John, wankers with money, will always buy the dearer brand, that screams " Look, I'm a wanker with more money then sense." In this case they cry, "It's not a Toyota, it"s a Lexus!" I'd rather spend the 30% on a hot tub filled with cheerleaders, yeessssssssssssssssss! 😃
VS Commodore wagon
这老头好精神呀！
I lost my patience at 12-14 minutes. What kind of car review is this. There was ford and and long stuff and what not... But there is no cars to show. I can't remember which car we talked about here
i double dingo's donger dare you to put your dirty paws on a focus st/rs. and i love dingo dongers.
I know ford sucks on your continent, but it's a good car.
Test drove an RX350 last week. Not much fun. Under powered and ranks 2/10 in terms of driver-fun.
Skip to 20:01
😁
This is a vehicle bought for and driven buy the females in the country club set.