The new Lexus RX 330
 

Has anyone seen the redisigned Lexus RX? I think it looks beautiful. I wonder how fast it is?

no idea on how fast but it sure is sexy.

I use to work a Lexus and I hated the old RX300s. I do have to say as far as the new ones go, I agree...very sexy. As far as the power of the old 300, it was terrible. I think the problem is with toyotas V-6. They lack power and the transmition is geared to get optimal sound/gas mileage. The Inline 6 of the IS and GS are much smoother and rev very nicely to redline. I would be interested to drive the new 3.3 liter motor. From what I read, it has very little horsepower gains but gains in torque are much more noticable.

wow... more SUVs... :thumbs do

It's designed and built for asian women.

If you're an asian woman, it's the car for you!

Since it is still an SUV, that I am sure that none of the owners have ever taken it off-road, and also that the only engine Toyota has been able to fit in there is a V-6, I doubt its going to be blazing fast. It is a great luxury car, SUV, cross-over, what ever you call it, but it is not fast.

I wouldn't mind being an Asian women for that truck.

The rear lights are even worse than the Altezzas of the old RX300, they are completely clear lamps-white!

Like the hideous things you see on ricemobiles once in a while.

I like the kia sorrento better. I am not kidding, I think it is one of the better looking suv's, though I think all suv's are quite stupid and a waste.

I dunno about that. It's designed and built for wealthy soccer moms who actually want a minivan but don't think they're stylish enough. There are a lot of these people... the RX300 is Lexus's best selling model BY FAR, it almost outsells all other Lexus models put together! :eek: Not bad for a lifted and gussied-up Camry wagon. :rolleyes:

BTW.... fast? Are you kidding? :rolleyes: You don't buy this vehicle for speed. They may be reasonably quick in a straight line, but they ride and handle like a minivan or a lifted and gussied-up Camry wagon. :D

Just for grins.... my last post was a little wrong.

Lexus Sales Figures for 2001

ES 300: 44,847
LS 430: 31,110
SC 300: 7
SC 430: 14,326
GS 300: 19,848
GS 430: 4,613
IS 300: 22,486
LX 470: 9,320
TOTAL OTHER THAN RX300: 146,557

RX300: 77,426

The RX300 doesn't outsell other Lexuses put together, but it does outsell the next closest Lexus by almost 2:1, and 35% of Lexus's total sales are RX300's. :)

The car lowers itself at high speeds. Now thats sweet.

Every since I rode in one, I've always liked it.

My aunt has a 2002 in black. The interior was beautiful and it drove so smoothy.

It glydes down the street, but it turns, the rear leather seats couldn't hold passengers...lol In sharp turns, if you were in the rear seats, by the time the truck is straight again, you'll be on the other side...LOL

SUVs
 

I completely agree with TheMan-- That's all we need is another damned "luxury SUV". I find it disgusting that luxury auto makers stoop to the pansy masses who fancy driving an SUV and never intend to use them for their original, true purpose. Bloody poseurs.

Those who use these generally irresponsible vehicles for their real purpose I don't mind. It's the assholes who go cruising or to the mall in them that I loathe. All that space not being used, all that fuel being burnt out and exhausted into my lungs, all that dependence on oil it creates, all the wussies who don't know how to drive in top heavy, comparatively unsafe vehicles... I'm sorry, it looks nice, but I find those who drive luxury SUV's scum bag, selfish, thoughtless, gluttons. They take more than is necessary from our collective well being and I find that an egotistical practice that is inherently selfish and irreverent toward others. These people aren’t thinking of anything but themselves.

How cool is that?
How noble is that?

I generally hate SUVs, particularly "luxury" ones. The two words together make my blood boil because of the reckless, wanton abandon wielded by so many who favor vanity over concern for others...

I believe Renault made a car in the 80's that did the same thing. The Alliance? Now Lexus is doing it 20 years later, so I guess it makes it cool.

I love hearing stories of SUV's rolling over. Makes me laugh.