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2023 Lexus RX First Drive Review: The Complete Package

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2023 Lexus RX First Drive Review: The Complete Package

The Lexus RX has been our go-to luxury midsize crossover for a long time when it comes to driving from A to B in comfort without spending an absolute fortune. The outgoing generation of RX that the 2023 model replaces has its issues, such as an infuriating infotainment interface, lack of driver engagement, sloppy handling dynamics, and a thirsty V6 engine if you don't go hybrid. But for us, and a specific comfort-oriented buyer, the list of pros outweighed the cons. You would quickly hit the law of diminishing returns by spending more money on a crossover for a comfier ride, a better cabin, and more standard features.

For 2023, Lexus looked at where it can improve the model, then gave the RX a complete work-over. Built on a new platform (TNGA-K) that it shares with the Lexus ES and NX, it includes fresh styling, a new infotainment system, and replaces the base V6 with a 2.4-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine. The lineup starts with the RX 350 and its associated trims, then moves up to the hybrid 350h, followed by the RX 500h F Sport Performance model packing 366 horsepower. To see how the new model fares, we hopped behind the wheel at the US press launch.

Cranking The Style

The last generation RX's exterior styling was on the bland side if you managed to ignore the grille. Its shape was old-Toyota-like at best, giving away its close relationship to the Toyota Highlander. The new Lexus RX is a big step forward with a more sedan-like silhouette and the seamless grille appearing integrated into the bodywork rather than stuck on as an afterthought. There are more confident lines and shape to the RX now, and the light clusters are sharp and congruent with the overall aesthetic.

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Author: Ian Wright

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