s2000zr

one dealer told me you can't do special order till nov 2016 for 2017.

sderman

That's very late and not consistent with what I have heard from a local dealer (Sept) or what others are reporting. Sounds like your dealer is trying to get you into a 2016 now.

s2000zr

I don't know how true but the
dealer said lexus is too busy in aug, sept, oct to accept special order. He said lexus tried to build as many RX as they can the first few months of the fall so they can send the 2017 to dealer lot. he did tried to get me into a 2016. I think i should wait b/c of the vibration and the AC noise

Bearcat

Get a 450h. Those issues are not present.

coolsaber

Yea if you believe it, I have a bridge I`d like to sell ya But your on point, they rather you get in a 16 then 17. Yes, they could have stuck ya with a sticker ordered or invoice priced special order, and had to worry about one less vehicle, but I guess theyre in need of making quota for payoff now.

s4iscool

Primarily looking for android auto integration as its such a shame to waste the huge display on the subpar native lexus experience. Does lexus usually release in the fall?

gorcorps

I'd be shocked if they do something as drastic as that in a mid-gen upgrade, but I could be wrong.


I know it's not a perfect solution, but Google did announce that Android Auto will soon be its own standalone app. So soon you'll be able to run android auto on any Android phone or tablet you currently have.

coolsaber

Directly from Lexus...I wouldnt hold my breath.

I remember a vendor here promised 3rd party integration, at this time thats all I`d be looking forward for.

If your a techie, look at other brands for burning edge in car tech.

TexasRxh

The Tech Specialist at my dealership said he doubted Lexus would ever provide native Android Auto or Apple CarPlay because they do not want to deal with the liability. If Lexus is after the under 50 crowd with their design changes I suspect they will eventually cave to the pressure. I do remember seeing that Beat-Sonic will be offering Apple CarPlay in Lexus vehicles (starting late summer?). http://www.beatsonicusa.com/blog/?p=48. The GS will get it first, followed by Rx, IS and Nx, then by the rest. They demo'ed it at CES in Jan this year. Supposedly the interface will also support Android Auto.

Did I mention it's on the pricey side? I think their target price is in the $800 range.

Kybriggs82

Any information when dealers will accept orders on the 2017 RX 350? What are the differences and improvements from the 2016?

Kybriggs82

So, when will orders be accepted? Any improvements in the 2017 for 2016 model complaints and issues?

coolsaber

Lexus will be moving LSS+ from an option to being an standard piece of kit on the RX, although exact SOP for this are yet to be released.

Line issues that might have been identified this MY, are to be fixed. Now due note that unless the issue has been officially identified and fixed, things wont change.

Besides that, business as usual.

gorcorps

That'll be nice. Most people seem to be getting the LSS+ anyway, so manufacturing is probably easier when it's put in everything in the first place.

coolsaber

Yup. Regardless of how good LSS+ maybe, bringing it free will ramp up adoption and evolution of the tech behind it. Huge for Lexus for changing the game!

skarface

Does anyone have information on when and what will be included in the 2017 RX350 Update? I've only heard of the LSS+ being standard so far. Wondering if it's worth waiting for or if grabbing a deal now is the way to go. Thanks!