2016 RX Purchase Confusion
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2016 RX Purchase Confusion
Hello All,
So I'm debating on the new RX. The thing is I don't like the Mesh grille on the F-Sport package but love the LFA inspired gauges, on the other side I love the grille on the Luxury package. Too bad we can't have the gauges in the Luxury. I'm so confused the decision is killing me
Help !!!!!!!
So I'm debating on the new RX. The thing is I don't like the Mesh grille on the F-Sport package but love the LFA inspired gauges, on the other side I love the grille on the Luxury package. Too bad we can't have the gauges in the Luxury. I'm so confused the decision is killing me
Help !!!!!!!
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Well it kinda depends what you're prioritizing. Certain features are available for the Luxury package and not the F-sport, and vice versa. So if you like "better" more sporty driving dynamics, edgier look, aluminum interior trim, the multi-spoke grey rims, blacked out mirrors, red leather option, sportier seats that are narrower and grip more, special instrument cluster, paddle shifters, black headliner, and want ultra white exterior color, then go for the F-sport. If you like more comfortable driving dynamics, grey sapele wood with aluminum stripes trim, semi-aniline leather, more comfortable seat with thigh extenders, rear door sunshades, interchangeable/customizable color rims, parchment or noble brown leather options, and want certain exterior colors not available for F-sport (eminent white pearl, satin cashmere, autumn shimmer)m then go for the Luxury package. Pick the package that checks the most boxes for you.
I'd suggest getting the F-sport, purchasing the luxury bumper painted (doesn't look like you can just switch out the center portion of grille), have the dealer or body shop install it, and sell the F-sport bumper. I personally like the sporty parts of the F-sport package.
I'd suggest getting the F-sport, purchasing the luxury bumper painted (doesn't look like you can just switch out the center portion of grille), have the dealer or body shop install it, and sell the F-sport bumper. I personally like the sporty parts of the F-sport package.
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@dchar ,
Thanks for the detailed info man
My current ride is a 2006 GS 430 which is very comfortable ...so I guess moving to F-Sport will be a totally different experience. I actually prefer a comfortable ride..I may just go for the Luxury then. Better to test drive both then decide..
Thanks for the detailed info man
My current ride is a 2006 GS 430 which is very comfortable ...so I guess moving to F-Sport will be a totally different experience. I actually prefer a comfortable ride..I may just go for the Luxury then. Better to test drive both then decide..
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One question, I live in Dubai and the color names are different than the ones in the USA. I'm considering getting Sonic Titanium which is a grey color, does it equal Nebula Grey or it's totally different?
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I believe Sonic Titanium is equivalent to Atomic Silver here in the US, which is unfortunately not an option.
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Mercury Grey Mica and Nebula Grey Pearl have the same paint code of 1H9
Sonic Titanium/Atomic Silver looks different in various lights. Sometimes it looks silver, sometimes it looks dark grey, sometimes it looks beige.
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Sonic Titanium and Atomic Silver have the same paint code of 1J7
Mercury Grey Mica and Nebula Grey Pearl have the same paint code of 1H9
Sonic Titanium/Atomic Silver looks different in various lights. Sometimes it looks silver, sometimes it looks dark grey, sometimes it looks beige.
Mercury Grey Mica and Nebula Grey Pearl have the same paint code of 1H9
Sonic Titanium/Atomic Silver looks different in various lights. Sometimes it looks silver, sometimes it looks dark grey, sometimes it looks beige.
This is the Sonic Titanium....too bad we don't have Nebula Grey for the F-Sport
Another color that's really nice is Amber Crystal Sunshine...I saw it at the showroom and it was stunning...it did reflect some sort of sunshine color with the lightning
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To me, the F sport looks a lot better, but if you want a more comfortable ride the standard model should be better, the gauge of course is cooler, i love mine on the IS, however, after few months i never move the gauge anymore lol
The F sport do looks different to other, i will pick the F sport all the time
The F sport do looks different to other, i will pick the F sport all the time
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Thanks for the replies guys...I do prefer comfort though...are you guys saying that the standard RX is a smoother ride than the F-Sport?
Also what do you guys think of the Hybrid version? How different it is in terms of acceleration than the standard or F-Sport?
Also what do you guys think of the Hybrid version? How different it is in terms of acceleration than the standard or F-Sport?
Having test driven all 3 models and owning the FSport now, the standard RX is a lot more comfortable than the FSport version. The seats are superb on the standard RX and the car does really well over uneven roads. You definitely feel the road more with the stiffer suspension on the FSport.
The instant torque is really nice for acceleration on the Hybrid version, but it is something I can live without as the standard gas engine is plenty quick for my needs. 0-60 times are a complete wash on the hybrid and gas version, so you're not really getting the hybrid for acceleration.
The instant torque is really nice for acceleration on the Hybrid version, but it is something I can live without as the standard gas engine is plenty quick for my needs. 0-60 times are a complete wash on the hybrid and gas version, so you're not really getting the hybrid for acceleration.
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Having test driven all 3 models and owning the FSport now, the standard RX is a lot more comfortable than the FSport version. The seats are superb on the standard RX and the car does really well over uneven roads. You definitely feel the road more with the stiffer suspension on the FSport.
The instant torque is really nice for acceleration on the Hybrid version, but it is something I can live without as the standard gas engine is plenty quick for my needs. 0-60 times are a complete wash on the hybrid and gas version, so you're not really getting the hybrid for acceleration.
The instant torque is really nice for acceleration on the Hybrid version, but it is something I can live without as the standard gas engine is plenty quick for my needs. 0-60 times are a complete wash on the hybrid and gas version, so you're not really getting the hybrid for acceleration.
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Having test driven all 3 models and owning the FSport now, the standard RX is a lot more comfortable than the FSport version. The seats are superb on the standard RX and the car does really well over uneven roads. You definitely feel the road more with the stiffer suspension on the FSport.
The instant torque is really nice for acceleration on the Hybrid version, but it is something I can live without as the standard gas engine is plenty quick for my needs. 0-60 times are a complete wash on the hybrid and gas version, so you're not really getting the hybrid for acceleration.
The instant torque is really nice for acceleration on the Hybrid version, but it is something I can live without as the standard gas engine is plenty quick for my needs. 0-60 times are a complete wash on the hybrid and gas version, so you're not really getting the hybrid for acceleration.
Any comments on 450h F sport vs 350 F sport?
I didn't get a chance to test drive the 450H with the FSport package, but the car is a lot quieter than its standard counterpart. I'm not just talking about the engine, but the wind noise and road noise as well.
This might just be my own personal opinion, but I would skip the Mark Levinson. Having heard both sound systems in the RX, I was not impressed at all by the ML, but then again I am just your average consumer and not some kind of audiophile
