Lexus has launched its all-new RX SUV and we’ve pushed it. Gone is the V6 of RXs previous and as an alternative is a turbocharged and hybridized four-cylinder engine. Regardless of that sounding like a possible disappointment, we’re fairly impressed by the brand new 2023 Lexus RX.

Earlier than getting our seat time within the newest model of the RX we requested you what you needed to know. Right here’s a deeper dive into all the trivia that we couldn’t match into the assessment however that you simply needed to learn about.

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How efficient is the lane-centering help?

It’s nice however we’ve skilled a lot of automobiles that do it higher. The RX will maintain you in the course of the lane however in our time with it, it tended to wander round within the lane only a contact greater than anticipated. On the similar time, it’s value noting that it didn’t really feel unsafe or harmful in any respect.

How good is the four-cylinder engine in all features (noise, energy, smoothness)?

We expect that is unquestionably the best-driving Lexus RX ever made. It’s sharper and smoother than earlier than. The engine’s responsiveness relies on which trim one will get by means of. For instance, the 350h isn’t very snappy. Alternatively, the RX500h is fairly fast for a hybrid crossover like this.

What are the choices with the LED lighting (totally different colours / rotation)?

Lexus says that there are 64 totally different ambient gentle colours to select from. Of these 64, there are 14 totally different themes that meld a number of these colours to “match a driver’s temper and vitality.” Colours change robotically when a type of themes is chosen.

Do you’re feeling loads of warmth coming off the panoramic roof (would it not be higher simply to get one with a sunroof solely in a scorching place like AZ)?

We by no means skilled super-high temps throughout our time within the RX so which may have had some impact however it wasn’t a trouble to us. It looks as if a little bit of a missed alternative that Lexus didn’t embody the “Prompt Opaque” panoramic roof from the Toyota Venza simply in case although.

Is the middle driver show with the speedometer switchable like in earlier fashions (to indicate compass path, tire stress, miles to empty, music data, and many others)?

Sure. Nonetheless, it’s value noting that Lexus doesn’t can help you configure the display screen wherever as a lot as many rivals. Solely the decrease middle a part of the display screen is configurable.

How does the “kick to open” rear liftgate work?

This characteristic labored precisely as supposed for me. Granted, I’ve measurement 13 ft and didn’t have my arms full as most utilizing this characteristic may however on three makes an attempt, the tailgate opened every time. It’s value noting that it opens fairly quick so it’s essential to swipe your leg after which get out of the way in which.

What’s up with skinny 235 tires on RX? 🙁 Why can’t they up them to 275 on the ‘efficiency’ model?

Don’t neglect that finally, it is a Lexus RX which signifies that efficiency isn’t the precise focus. Certain, they’ll chuck 366 hp (272 kW) on the driver with the 500h however luxurious, consolation, and gasoline financial system are nonetheless greater on the precedence listing.