Best EV replacement for a Lexus RX450h
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how often does the RX gets filled up with gas? Perhaps the RX plug-in might be the best option? (Best of both worlds having the EV, hybrid and gas parts)
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I've driven them, they don't have a luxury car ride its a firmer sportier ride. Model 3 is the same way. Thats why someone used to an old RX would very possibly not like the way a Model Y rides.
2017 RX also rode a lot firmer than the OP's 2011 RX, that was a big problem in that era for Lexus, they tried to make the ES and RX "sportier" and lots of complaints about ride quality.
2017 RX also rode a lot firmer than the OP's 2011 RX, that was a big problem in that era for Lexus, they tried to make the ES and RX "sportier" and lots of complaints about ride quality.
It had numb steering, and cushy suspension softer than my Camry. The only thing sporty about it was it's looks, staggered wheels and more aggressive engine and transmission. To make it sportier and firmer, I had to change the steering ECU, add F-Sport braces, lowering springs, and F-Sport suspension.
Basically Lexus and everyone in the 2nd gen forum would disagree with you that it wasn't a luxury car
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Yes. I used to get them as loaners all the time, drove many of them. They were definitely firmer than a ride biased Lexus like an RX, ES or LS. Even a GS.
It was a sport sedan, just a sloppier one than a 3 Series etc. The point we are making is that vehicle doesn’t give you the same comparison to a Model 3 or Y that the OP has with his RX, his RX is a much softer car especially the generation he has.
It was a sport sedan, just a sloppier one than a 3 Series etc. The point we are making is that vehicle doesn’t give you the same comparison to a Model 3 or Y that the OP has with his RX, his RX is a much softer car especially the generation he has.
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https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2...st-test-review
There’s plenty to be said praising the 2025 Tesla Model Y, but our list of criticisms is nearly as long. Many of our complaints take aim at fundamental aspects of the driving experience, starting with a ride that’s still busy and harsher than ideal. Although Tesla improved isolation for smaller bumps, larger impacts are still jarring. Additionally, rear-seat passengers are still subjected to a harsher ride than those sitting up front, so be warned, ride-share users.
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Yes. I used to get them as loaners all the time, drove many of them. They were definitely firmer than a ride biased Lexus like an RX, ES or LS. Even a GS.
It was a sport sedan, just a sloppier one than a 3 Series etc. The point we are making is that vehicle doesn’t give you the same comparison to a Model 3 or Y that the OP has with his RX, his RX is a much softer car especially the generation he has.
It was a sport sedan, just a sloppier one than a 3 Series etc. The point we are making is that vehicle doesn’t give you the same comparison to a Model 3 or Y that the OP has with his RX, his RX is a much softer car especially the generation he has.
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IS is a sport sedan, always has been. It rode firmer by design.
And again remember the OP test drove the Model Y and didn’t like the ride. These things are subjective. Some people like firmer sportier rides. Note you say “better” I say “softer”. Better is subjective. He wants a car that rides like his old RX, and that’s not the Model Y.
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MT reports the Juniper Y ride is jarring and harsh.
https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2...st-test-review
https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2...st-test-review
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It’s like a C Class vs an ES. An ES is much softer than a C Class, C Class is definitely a luxury car it’s just a firmer, sportier car. The Tesla’s are more similar to a C Class in ride.
Sorry but the Model 3 and the Model Y are not the be all and end all of cars lol. The OP doesn’t like the Model Y’s ride. It’s okay for people to not like what you like.
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"Finally, the 2025 Model Y Premium RWD’s range doesn’t measure up to the EPA’s rating. In our 70-mph Road Trip Range test, our test car came up short of the stated 357 miles of range per charge by a whopping 18 percent, managing 294 miles of range. For comparison, the Model Y AWD is rated at 311 miles of range but tested at 252 miles during our 70-mph road trip. The RWD Premium is still the Goldilocks option in terms of driving range, but you don’t necessarily get the eye-popping range figure Tesla advertises."
When the author doesn't even understand that the EPA rating is 55% city and 45% highway it kind of tells you all you need to know about their review. The Tesla has actually done very well to get 294 at a steady 70, the author just doesn't have the knowledge to interpret their own test results properly.
When the author doesn't even understand that the EPA rating is 55% city and 45% highway it kind of tells you all you need to know about their review. The Tesla has actually done very well to get 294 at a steady 70, the author just doesn't have the knowledge to interpret their own test results properly.
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Like I told you, his generation RX is much firmer than the one the OP has. I drove a ton of those as loaners too, both generations.
It’s like a C Class vs an ES. An ES is much softer than a C Class, C Class is definitely a luxury car it’s just a firmer, sportier car. The Tesla’s are more similar to a C Class in ride.
Sorry but the Model 3 and the Model Y are not the be all and end all of cars lol. The OP doesn’t like the Model Y’s ride. It’s okay for people to not like what you like.
It’s like a C Class vs an ES. An ES is much softer than a C Class, C Class is definitely a luxury car it’s just a firmer, sportier car. The Tesla’s are more similar to a C Class in ride.
Sorry but the Model 3 and the Model Y are not the be all and end all of cars lol. The OP doesn’t like the Model Y’s ride. It’s okay for people to not like what you like.
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"Finally, the 2025 Model Y Premium RWD’s range doesn’t measure up to the EPA’s rating. In our 70-mph Road Trip Range test, our test car came up short of the stated 357 miles of range per charge by a whopping 18 percent, managing 294 miles of range. For comparison, the Model Y AWD is rated at 311 miles of range but tested at 252 miles during our 70-mph road trip. The RWD Premium is still the Goldilocks option in terms of driving range, but you don’t necessarily get the eye-popping range figure Tesla advertises."
When the author doesn't even understand that the EPA rating is 55% city and 45% highway it kind of tells you all you need to know about their review. The Tesla has actually done very well to get 294 at a steady 70, the author just doesn't have the knowledge to interpret their own test results properly.
When the author doesn't even understand that the EPA rating is 55% city and 45% highway it kind of tells you all you need to know about their review. The Tesla has actually done very well to get 294 at a steady 70, the author just doesn't have the knowledge to interpret their own test results properly.
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Doesn’t ride anywhere near as soft as a soft riding car like that gen RX. That’s just the way it is.