2023 Lexus RX450h+ Premium Plus PHEV: Impressions
I was very kindly offered a drive in this when I took my older RX into Lexus Ipswich at the weekend for new discs and pads. It's the brand new 5th generation version, what did I think of it?.....
I reckon it costs around £73,000 for this particular model. As to be hoped for that money it was super-refined, unless accelerating very hard then it was fully electric and apparently the battery holds enough charge for 40 miles. After that it runs as a 'normal' hybrid, which I'm used to with my RX.
The engine in this one is a departure from previous RXs, most of which had a V6, being a 2-5-litre 4-cyl unit. It still gave plenty of power, with the motor assisting as need be.
Ride was smoother than mine, more like the LS400. Handling good too.
Stying at the front end is a bit challenging, probably better in dark colours like this very nice deep blue.
Interior was very plush and comfortable, although there were one or two strange omissions/downgrades from my 3rd generation model. The technology wasn't too overwhelming.
Allowing for the value of mine as a trade-in, and opting for a 'lower-spec' model on more sensible 19" wheels (but still very well-equipped), I'd need to find around £53,000 to own one. Oddly enough that won't be happening, but a used example will be something to consider in a few years (or perhaps a late 4th generation RX as values of those soften due to becoming an older model).
2023 Lexus RX450h+ Premium Plus PHEV: Impressions
I was very kindly offered a drive in this when I took my older RX into Lexus Ipswich at the weekend for new discs and pads. It's the brand new 5th generation version, what did I think of it?.....
I reckon it costs around £73,000 for this particular model. As to be hoped for that money it was super-refined, unless accelerating very hard then it was fully electric and apparently the battery holds enough charge for 40 miles. After that it runs as a 'normal' hybrid, which I'm used to with my RX.
The engine in this one is a departure from previous RXs, most of which had a V6, being a 2-5-litre 4-cyl unit. It still gave plenty of power, with the motor assisting as need be.
Ride was smoother than mine, more like the LS400. Handling good too.
Stying at the front end is a bit challenging, probably better in dark colours like this very nice deep blue.
Interior was very plush and comfortable, although there were one or two strange omissions/downgrades from my 3rd generation model. The technology wasn't too overwhelming.
Allowing for the value of mine as a trade-in, and opting for a 'lower-spec' model on more sensible 19" wheels (but still very well-equipped), I'd need to find around £53,000 to own one. Oddly enough that won't be happening, but a used example will be something to consider in a few years (or perhaps a late 4th generation RX as values of those soften due to becoming an older model).