RX350 vs GX460
#16
Let me clarify. What I mean is that on the Tundra and Sequoia, there are two V8s to choose from. One is the 4.6 liter (shared with GX) and the other is the 5.7 liter (shared with the LX). Of those two, I would consider the 4.6 to be the lower equipment grade of the two V8 engine options.
I simply pointing out which of the two V8s offered in the Tundra and Sequoia is in the GX. I was not stating that the V8 is a lower grade than that of the RX.
I simply pointing out which of the two V8s offered in the Tundra and Sequoia is in the GX. I was not stating that the V8 is a lower grade than that of the RX.
#17
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No disagreement there. It's a fantastic motor.
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#19
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You opinion is definitely valid and I respect it, but in my opinion, engines are very much a part of the discussion. We'll have to agree to disagree.
#20
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All the engines are Toyota engines thats the thing. Lexus doesn't have an engine that is not in some way shared with Toyota, except for the LFA and for now the 2.0T (that will not last). The 3.5 in your IS and my GS is at its core the 3.5 in your RX, which is shared with basically everything. The LS' 4.6 is the basis for the 4.6 in the Toyota SUVs.
#21
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I guess we need to talk to the neighbor.
On a side note and totally off topic, how long until the twins arrive?
On a side note and totally off topic, how long until the twins arrive?
#22
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I'd just tell the neighbor to go stuff it LOL
Won't be long! C-section is scheduled for 2/20 but it could be any day!
Won't be long! C-section is scheduled for 2/20 but it could be any day!
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Thanks! Yeah...it'll be an adventure! Congrats on yours too!
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The ES and RX are very capable vehicles, they are very well built, smooth and quiet and refined...very good values. BUT...there is *something* that exists in the upper level Lexus vehicles that is missing from these cars. Some additional level of refinement, the way every control, door, etc is damped in just the right way, quality everywhere you touch. The way they glide down the road and never do anything in a harsh or an abrupt way. The RWD platform of the "better" cars has something to do with that, but its also something else. Unless you've owned or extensively driven a non-entry level Lexus model (I would consider entry level the CT, ES & RX...have not driven the new NX to get my feelings on it) its something you don't miss...but once you have you do miss it. It was especially clear to me when I got the GS after having gone to the ES for 10 years from the LS. Once I started living with the GS day to day I found that "Lexusness" again that I loved in the LS...but was lacking in my two ES sedans. Even in the IS you feel it. The GX's cheap in places interior detracts from it, but driving down the road its there in that vehicle too. Its not in the ES and RX to me...and certainly not the CT which I think is dreadful. I would buy an RX or ES without question even with that said, but your neighbor has a point.
#26
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Its not an issue of weight really, its overall refinement, execution and attention to detail. An RX or ES is as heavy as a GS.
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