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I will be getting Lexus this weekend and undecided between 2 cars, both are Lexus Certified.
1. Lexus 2007 RX 350 46,xxx for $25,500
2. Lexus 2006 RX 400H 55,xxx for $25,990
both are in excellent condition.
Please comments...thank you
1. Lexus 2007 RX 350 46,xxx for $25,500
2. Lexus 2006 RX 400H 55,xxx for $25,990
both are in excellent condition.
Please comments...thank you
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Buy the one that suits/fits you and your needs better. You are the one that is paying out $. Both are fine vehicles but the mileage seems a little high. How long are the batteries warranted for in the 400H? That could be a great consideration.
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Other things being equal (which they never are), the economic answer depends on the mileage you will be doing. [If you drive, like me, some 5K miles a year, the non-hybrid is certainly the answer.].
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donmatt is right on. Depends on your needs.
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Do both vehicles have the Lexus Premium Plus Package (optional $3000)? What about the improved "Generation 5 Navigation System" which was new in the 2007 model (optional $2650)? The 2007 model also has an improved engine (more hp).
You need to know exactly what each vehicle has to make a fair comparison.
You need to know exactly what each vehicle has to make a fair comparison.
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by the way, the Hybrid have HID....is that standard on Lexus or it's an upgrade ? The Rx350 did not mention it so I was not sure if it have it or not.
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So are you saying the batteries warranty is different from the standard 100miles/3years warranty ?
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I am pretty sure that the batteries have a longer than 4 year warranty, and that they need to be replaced at some point, and that is an expensive proposition. This needs to be figured into a buyer's decision as to whether to spend extra for an h, but seldom is, and comes as a surprise, as it surely will mess up your computations about whether an h is an appropriate vehicle for you, based on your driving patterns and your annual miles.
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These are addons from the MSRP sheet - 2007 RX
Premium Plus Package includes: Leather Trim Interior, Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel with Memory, One-Touch Open-Close Moonroof, High-Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) with Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS), Illuminated Entry System (Add $2960)
Generation 5 Navigation System with Bluetooth/Voice-Activation/Compass and Rear Back-Up Camera (Add $2650)
Multi-Stage Heated Front Seats with Rain-Sensing Wipers and Headlight Washers (Add $665)
Cargo Mat (Add $92)
Wheel Locks (Add $66)
18" Aluminum Alloy Wheels w/all season tires (Add $495)
Premium Plus Package includes: Leather Trim Interior, Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel with Memory, One-Touch Open-Close Moonroof, High-Intensity Discharge Headlamps (HID) with Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS), Illuminated Entry System (Add $2960)
Generation 5 Navigation System with Bluetooth/Voice-Activation/Compass and Rear Back-Up Camera (Add $2650)
Multi-Stage Heated Front Seats with Rain-Sensing Wipers and Headlight Washers (Add $665)
Cargo Mat (Add $92)
Wheel Locks (Add $66)
18" Aluminum Alloy Wheels w/all season tires (Add $495)
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I bought my 34k miles, 2007 RX 350 in May 2009 for $26,500, though it did not have CPO designation. It is a great car (except for this annoying hard start problem I am having intermittently).
Your bumper to bumper warranty is 4 years/50k miles.
My opinion: The hybrid model is not worth it. You lose a model year and gain 9,000 miles for very little benefit. Consumer Reports calls it a steep price to pay for very little gain.
Your bumper to bumper warranty is 4 years/50k miles.
My opinion: The hybrid model is not worth it. You lose a model year and gain 9,000 miles for very little benefit. Consumer Reports calls it a steep price to pay for very little gain.
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^^ Agree on the little gain...really not cost effective. Look at the gas prices today. Unless you just want "status."