Doug didn't like the LX..
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Obviously he missed the selling points of the LX, it is not for the tech-savvy young people. But it is still an archaic beast that really lacks in the technology department. All of its competitors are more user-friendly and up-to-date. They won't go where the LX can go, which is basically everywhere, or last 20 years with basic maintenance, but that doesn't change the realities of the interior.
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I have a 2013. Has Lexus removed the turn-by-turn navigation window from the display in the center of the instrument cluster on the newer model LXs? Granted, it iis a pretty small display, but I find it useful, being easily viewed right through the steering wheel. Particularly in bright sun when there is a glare on the larger screen centered between driver and passenger.
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Lexus should update cars every 5/6 years like the germans or Koreans ? the LX did get a refresh 3 years ago yes its not cutting edge and the engine trans are carried over but LX/land cruiser isn't your average car and the buyers know that. The land crusier and LX have very loyal following which could care less about better quality nav or looks etc.
You pull any review even 10-15 years ago they are always complainling how Lexus cars are behind something yet end of the day these cars are still on the road not like Dougs Range Rover as you said its a lexus thing.
You pull any review even 10-15 years ago they are always complainling how Lexus cars are behind something yet end of the day these cars are still on the road not like Dougs Range Rover as you said its a lexus thing.
Wow, show me where Doug touched you on this doll.
He made very good points: the LX570 is an outdated model for a lot of money, which is exactly the same case for the QX80.
This is simply what happens to Lexus: they don’t update their models like other companies, so after a few years from the refresh it looks old. It’s what happened to the LS460 and the ES350, and it has happened to the LX.
This is not a unique thing to the LX, and it’s certainly not because they wanted it to be low-tech: it’s just a Lexus thing in general: they’re not very much at the forefront for tech and they’re certainly way behind by the time a refresh is due.
He made very good points: the LX570 is an outdated model for a lot of money, which is exactly the same case for the QX80.
This is simply what happens to Lexus: they don’t update their models like other companies, so after a few years from the refresh it looks old. It’s what happened to the LS460 and the ES350, and it has happened to the LX.
This is not a unique thing to the LX, and it’s certainly not because they wanted it to be low-tech: it’s just a Lexus thing in general: they’re not very much at the forefront for tech and they’re certainly way behind by the time a refresh is due.
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Considering its reliability and durability, Lexus is pretty cheap. It lasts much longer than any of its competition. That's what many people are not able to understand. You also pay extra for its offroad abilities. If you use it just as a mall crawler, you should probably buy something different.
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Wow, show me where Doug touched you on this doll.
He made very good points: the LX570 is an outdated model for a lot of money, which is exactly the same case for the QX80.
This is simply what happens to Lexus: they don’t update their models like other companies, so after a few years from the refresh it looks old. It’s what happened to the LS460 and the ES350, and it has happened to the LX.
This is not a unique thing to the LX, and it’s certainly not because they wanted it to be low-tech: it’s just a Lexus thing in general: they’re not very much at the forefront for tech and they’re certainly way behind by the time a refresh is due.
He made very good points: the LX570 is an outdated model for a lot of money, which is exactly the same case for the QX80.
This is simply what happens to Lexus: they don’t update their models like other companies, so after a few years from the refresh it looks old. It’s what happened to the LS460 and the ES350, and it has happened to the LX.
This is not a unique thing to the LX, and it’s certainly not because they wanted it to be low-tech: it’s just a Lexus thing in general: they’re not very much at the forefront for tech and they’re certainly way behind by the time a refresh is due.
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From: NC
I didnt agree with everything Doug said, but he does make some good points. I bought 2018 new about 8 months ago and my less than 1 year impression is eh... Its a heavy vehicle to drive which i knew getting into it. The doors also feel kinda light/cheap when you close them. Entertainment system is dated, but again, knew that prior to buying. Main reason for buying is reliability so hopefully that will pan out, although its been in the shop twice for broken air conditioning and it has less than 7k miles.
Anyway, if i had it to do over, i may consider an alternative for $90k.
Anyway, if i had it to do over, i may consider an alternative for $90k.
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I have a 2013. Has Lexus removed the turn-by-turn navigation window from the display in the center of the instrument cluster on the newer model LXs? Granted, it iis a pretty small display, but I find it useful, being easily viewed right through the steering wheel. Particularly in bright sun when there is a glare on the larger screen centered between driver and passenger.