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Would you consider the RX 450h F SPORT model here in North America?

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Old 08-17-12, 08:15 AM
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Default Would you consider the RX 450h F SPORT model here in North America?

If Lexus brought the RX 450h F SPORT to North America would you consider it? You can vote for multiple choices!



Old 08-17-12, 08:50 AM
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Absolutely. I have the sport package and it's not available anymore What's being offered right now is not appealing enough to make me consider trading in. But an RX 450h F Sport, I say bring it to the states, Lexus!
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No ... I don't like the wheel color or front end. I would be more interested in a RX version that had improved road isolation and ride quality (or at least an option for improved tires when you purchase the vehicle to get some of these benefits).
Old 08-17-12, 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by UCSB
No ... I don't like the wheel color or front end. I would be more interested in a RX version that had improved road isolation and ride quality (or at least an option for improved tires when you purchase the vehicle to get some of these benefits).
I agree with most of your comments, especially concerning ride quality. Also, one of the benefits of the RX F-Sport is the 8 speed transmission. If an RXh F-Sport retained the CVT transmission, that would reduce the value considerably.
Old 08-17-12, 02:12 PM
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We evolve through life. In the early 80's when I was still selling Porsche's and Audi's off the lot I owned a 72 Porsche 914/6cyl. I swore I'd always be driving nothing but 5 speed Porsche's. Now I drive a Luxury SUV Hybrid .

I'll probably be ready when the next full model comes out for an AWD but I can't see the price for the 'F' even though I like it. If they don't bring back the full AFS system with HID's I may nurse this 2010 along for a long time
Old 08-17-12, 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by UCSB
No ... I don't like the wheel color or front end. I would be more interested in a RX version that had improved road isolation and ride quality (or at least an option for improved tires when you purchase the vehicle to get some of these benefits).
Originally Posted by MikeP
I agree with most of your comments, especially concerning ride quality. Also, one of the benefits of the RX F-Sport is the 8 speed transmission. If an RXh F-Sport retained the CVT transmission, that would reduce the value considerably.
No, I have no interest in sport model. I agree with UCSB. Although I would need a test drive to confirm my opinion.

Mike, why the negative comment about CVT?
Old 08-17-12, 03:02 PM
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Originally Posted by DunWkg
No, I have no interest in sport model. I agree with UCSB. Although I would need a test drive to confirm my opinion.

Mike, why the negative comment about CVT?
David, sorry if I gave the impression that my comment about the CVT was negative. So far after almost 1000 miles, I like the performance of the CVT. No problems at all.

One of the advantages of RX350 F-Sport over the standard RX350 is the 8 speed transmission and I assume a large contributor to the hefty price increase of the F-Sport. I can't believe Lexus would substitute the 8 speed transmission for the CVT if It decided to produce an RXh F-Sport. If the RXh F-Sport retained the CVT, the price increase would have to be a lot less, unless an adjustable suspension was added, including both Comfort and Sport settings. But, more logically, an RXh "Luxury" model instead of an F-Sport would have the Comfort setting. I could go for that.
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Mike,

Thanks for the clarification. Agree with comfort setting!
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I say yes also!
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Originally Posted by MikeP
David, sorry if I gave the impression that my comment about the CVT was negative. So far after almost 1000 miles, I like the performance of the CVT. No problems at all.

One of the advantages of RX350 F-Sport over the standard RX350 is the 8 speed transmission and I assume a large contributor to the hefty price increase of the F-Sport. I can't believe Lexus would substitute the 8 speed transmission for the CVT if It decided to produce an RXh F-Sport. If the RXh F-Sport retained the CVT, the price increase would have to be a lot less, unless an adjustable suspension was added, including both Comfort and Sport settings. But, more logically, an RXh "Luxury" model instead of an F-Sport would have the Comfort setting. I could go for that.
Well, the F-Sport 350 ONLY costs about $1700 more than the regular 350 comparable equipped.

The wheels in the pics looks dull but in real life it looks great. The silver lining S-Sport looks so good since the silver matches with the roof rack and the wheels. I say "please bring the 450h F-Sport to the States, Lexus."
Old 10-11-12, 08:33 PM
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Yes!!!!!!!!
Old 10-11-12, 09:03 PM
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an absolute travesty that the RX350 F-Sport does not have a sport mode but the regular hybrid version does
Old 10-12-12, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Hoovey2411
an absolute travesty that the RX350 F-Sport does not have a sport mode but the regular hybrid version does
Dude its utterly confusing to me. All the updated F-sports get the new selector but not the RX. I also would like a better sound into the cabin like the other models. Japan has a red leather RX option but no there.

I do love the interior, it is very well done, classy, lovely. Love the front bumper. Don't care about wheels, Vossen's would go on. Love the trusty 8 speed. The price is very attractive since its AWD and has 2 packages. It will be rare.

We can get the F-sport appearance package on the RX 450h here at least but not the interior.

Pricing is within a few grand of one another.

To think we want more choices and options. My head is spinning.
Old 10-13-12, 06:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Hoovey2411
an absolute travesty that the RX350 F-Sport does not have a sport mode but the regular hybrid version does
A bit strange I agree, but at least the suspension is tweaked and it does have an 8 speed.
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It is about as sensible as a Prius "F" with a big wing on the back and wide tires...Be real!!!
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