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Lexus RX vs Lexus LX

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Lexus RX
Lexus RX

$97,800 - $114,990

2023 price

Lexus LX
Lexus LX

$144,990 - $227,900

2023 price

Summary

2023 Lexus RX
2023 Lexus LX
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Inline 4, 2.5L

Twin Turbo V6, 3.3L
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded/Electric

Diesel
Fuel Efficiency
5.0L/100km (combined)

8.9L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

7
Dislikes
  • Base RX is now $15,000 more expensive
  • Infuriating and confusing capacitive-touch cruise-control
  • Some road noise intrusion

  • Price tag
  • Tyres not suited to 4x4 work
  • 22-inch wheels
2023 Lexus RX Summary

Let's face it. Previous Lexus RXs – and there've been three whole generations since 2003 in Australia and an earlier one (from 1998) if you're reading this from abroad – have always felt a little bit like, well, Toyota Klugers in drag.

Lacking sufficient charisma and talent, none really possessed the appropriate dynamics, sophistication or comfort to effectively take on rivals like the Audi Q7, BMW X5 and Volvo XC90.

At least Lexus had the uniqueness and nerve to release a hybrid version way back in 2006 in the pioneering 400h. Remember that?

Now, there's an all-new RX, and it's had quite the transformation. But is it any good? Let's find out.

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2023 Lexus LX Summary

The Lexus LX500d is the base-spec variant in the Lexus LX range, so it’s your entry-level introduction to a prestige line-up. 

But “base-spec” and “entry-level” usually mean “budget-friendly”, right? Well, this seven-seat four-wheel-drive SUV has a price tag tickling the $150 grand mark, so it’s not a cheap vehicle, but it is a very refined, plush and feature-packed urban-friendly vehicle – and it is an effective off-road touring platform.

So, is the Lexus LX simply a Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series in a nice suit?

Read on.

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