Wait for the 2016 Lexus RX or 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit
03-30-15, 04:46 PM
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also, what needs to be noted is that yours and mine opinion might differ from ryaans or anyone else's. We often got excited by cars that ended up being not successful.
At the same time, even the spyshots show very robust and masculine vehicle.
At the same time, even the spyshots show very robust and masculine vehicle.
03-30-15, 04:56 PM
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Originally Posted by spwolf;
We often got excited by cars that ended up being not successful.
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03-30-15, 05:23 PM
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Let me just preface that, had my 2014 GC been in the shop as much as my 2011 I'd have been pissed lol. I rolled the dice and I won...but no vehicle is worth having it constantly be in the shop with no loaners, etc. That sucks.
If you're looking for a good Jeep forum, try www.jeepgarage.com. I post there (not as much as I do here, but I lurk and read) and I've found that Chrysler seems to have gotten their sh together, and a lot of the problem threads are about the early WK2 (like my 2011) and the early 2014 refresh model which had a lot of electrical and infotainment glitches. Mine is a late-build 2014, and its been really a joy. You don't read nearly as many issues with the 2015s either.
If you're looking for a good Jeep forum, try www.jeepgarage.com. I post there (not as much as I do here, but I lurk and read) and I've found that Chrysler seems to have gotten their sh together, and a lot of the problem threads are about the early WK2 (like my 2011) and the early 2014 refresh model which had a lot of electrical and infotainment glitches. Mine is a late-build 2014, and its been really a joy. You don't read nearly as many issues with the 2015s either.
03-30-15, 08:42 PM
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Yeah typically with the 6. I have the 6, no issues with my transmission.
04-01-15, 08:03 AM
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So the new RX is in. I love it and hate it. Am I the only one that thinks the design looks a bit gimmicky? Part of me likes it from certain angles and greatly dislikes it from others. I get the feeling that this style won't last many years... Another concern I have is if the fsport seats are as small and restricting as they are on the NX. I'm a 6'2 fit guy and I found them uncomfortable. A lot of my clients don't have my health practices.
I was really hoping that this would clear the air between my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit vs 16' RX decision.
Any know about hybrid mpg? Price?
I still think the JGC Summit is a more attractive car. Perhaps the RX would wow me in person.
I was really hoping that this would clear the air between my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit vs 16' RX decision.
Any know about hybrid mpg? Price?
I still think the JGC Summit is a more attractive car. Perhaps the RX would wow me in person.
04-01-15, 08:04 AM
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So the new RX is in. I love it and hate it. Am I the only one that thinks the design looks a bit gimmicky? Part of me likes it from certain angles and greatly dislikes it from others. I get the feeling that this style won't last many years... Another concern I have is if the fsport seats are as small and restricting as they are on the NX. I'm a 6'2 fit guy and I found them uncomfortable. A lot of my clients don't have my health practices.
I was really hoping that this would clear the air between my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit vs 16' RX decision.
Any know about hybrid mpg? Price?
I still think the JGC Summit is a more attractive car. Perhaps the RX would wow me in person.
I was really hoping that this would clear the air between my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit vs 16' RX decision.
Any know about hybrid mpg? Price?
I still think the JGC Summit is a more attractive car. Perhaps the RX would wow me in person.
04-01-15, 08:34 AM
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Keep in mind that the NX F Sport seats are smaller (narrower) than the ones in the IS. Given that the RX is a lot bigger than the NX, I would assume the F Sport seats are at least as big as they are in the IS, if not bigger.
04-01-15, 09:05 AM
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I got the information on the latest RX at a meeting last year. The press pictures which were released on the Lexus USA website were present and Im sure SPWOLF will agree that ALL of the information I provided to him by pm has been 100% correct.
Also, there were certain things I could not discuss for the fear of losing my job. I also know things about the next generation LS as pictures of it were also present. Im not stupid enough to talk about the LS at this present time however.
Also, there were certain things I could not discuss for the fear of losing my job
. I also know things about the next generation LS as pictures of it were also present. Im not stupid enough to talk about the LS at this present time however.
04-01-15, 09:18 AM
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So the new RX is in. I love it and hate it. Am I the only one that thinks the design looks a bit gimmicky? Part of me likes it from certain angles and greatly dislikes it from others. I get the feeling that this style won't last many years... Another concern I have is if the fsport seats are as small and restricting as they are on the NX. I'm a 6'2 fit guy and I found them uncomfortable. A lot of my clients don't have my health practices.
I was really hoping that this would clear the air between my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit vs 16' RX decision.
Any know about hybrid mpg? Price?
I was really hoping that this would clear the air between my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit vs 16' RX decision.
Any know about hybrid mpg? Price?
i answered your concern in the rx thread though.
I still think the JGC Summit is a more attractive car. Perhaps the RX would wow me in person.
04-01-15, 09:23 AM
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Oh look, Ma! That car has a Fu Manchu mustache!
I so hope it is not another questionable design feature that just about all automakers will copy for the next 10 years.
I so hope it is not another questionable design feature that just about all automakers will copy for the next 10 years.
04-01-15, 10:14 AM
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I love the new RX. The F-Sport in particular looks ace.
Let me assure you that it looks better in person too just like the RC. The angles cant be captured by a camera as well as it can the human eye!
Maybe its because im still in my 40s.........
Let me assure you that it looks better in person too just like the RC. The angles cant be captured by a camera as well as it can the human eye!
Maybe its because im still in my 40s.........
04-01-15, 01:26 PM
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You always need to see Lexus vehicles in person, they always look better than in pics. Personally I love what I've seen of the new RX so far.
Would I buy it over the Jeep? It depends on how it drives and feels in reality. For a second car or a family car, which my Jeep is, maybe. I love our Jeep but for me to drive it every day (I drive a lot) it is a little heavy/trucky at low speeds, its very thirsty, etc.
Would I buy it over the Jeep? It depends on how it drives and feels in reality. For a second car or a family car, which my Jeep is, maybe. I love our Jeep but for me to drive it every day (I drive a lot) it is a little heavy/trucky at low speeds, its very thirsty, etc.
04-01-15, 01:35 PM
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Thanks everyone again for all your input. And don't worry Bitkahuna, i'll just thank everyone here
Great point regarding the seat width as well. I'll have to do some soul searching, but still leaning towards the Summit. I could always get a Summit (have negotiated a great price) and if i am compelled too, trade it in for the 450h. Tough decisions to come.
Great point regarding the seat width as well. I'll have to do some soul searching, but still leaning towards the Summit. I could always get a Summit (have negotiated a great price) and if i am compelled too, trade it in for the 450h. Tough decisions to come.
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04-01-15, 02:52 PM
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[QUOTE=tdougherty;8981330I could always get a Summit (have negotiated a great price) and if i am compelled too, trade it in for the 450h. Touch decisions to come.[/QUOTE]
Don't do that, you'll get killed on the trade in.
Don't do that, you'll get killed on the trade in.