2019 changes?
#151
I would expect little to no discount as long as the have 2018s on the lot.
#152
For Lexus NOT to update the 2019 seems off track, it's due by time, and the vehicle is getting very stale technologically compared to any of it's competition. Probably in last place. It seems even if orders are taken, could they be updating say tail lights, grill, changing track pad, maybe CarPlay and it be standard? This wouldn't impact orders. And dealers to my knowledge have not been given ANY info. It still shows 2018 RX online which hint's SOMETHING must be different. My dealer said that they can see vehicles set to come to them in late October at earliest, and price only $100 more , with no change on options, but no information on changes to standard equipment. Has Lexus ever dropped changes mid-year? Thoughts?
Last edited by kellens; 08-23-18 at 12:15 PM.
#153
Lexus Champion
According to Motor Trend the 2019 RX sees minimal trim changes:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/2019...s-guide/#lexus
Unchanged Last year, Lexus added a three-row variant called the RX L, which can be had with seating for up to seven, depending on your choice of captain's chairs or a bench for the second row. For 2019, the RX gets a two-tone instrument panel with the available Noble Brown interior. Parking sensors are no longer a stand-alone option. Like other Lexus vehicles, the Lexus Enform Remote app gets Amazon Alexa integration.
#154
Sad indeed, I was hoping for the facelift since we are in the market for an RX in a few months. My dealer just told me the same, no changes---gotta hate Toyota. As I have said many times, if it weren't for the better reliability to the competition(RX only strength) I would have the lady get a new Q5. Unfortunately, we plan to own the car beyond warranty and therefore cannot afford the risk.
#155
According to Motor Trend the 2019 RX sees minimal trim changes:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/2019...s-guide/#lexus
https://www.motortrend.com/news/2019...s-guide/#lexus
Looks like Alexa being added is the only change they mentioned in article. Lexus hasn't announced this, and not showing anything on their sites or to dealers about the 2019 RX, while other vehicles are released. Why would the be holding back on just showing the 19's if you can order them at dealer, and there's no changes? Speculative question. Historically, does Lexus hold on releasing information when there is 'none'?
#156
Lexus Test Driver
For Lexus NOT to update the 2019 seems off track, it's due by time, and the vehicle is getting very stale technologically compared to any of it's competition. Probably in last place. It seems even if orders are taken, could they be updating say tail lights, grill, changing track pad, maybe CarPlay and it be standard? This wouldn't impact orders. And dealers to my knowledge have not been given ANY info. It still shows 2018 RX online which hint's SOMETHING must be different. My dealer said that they can see vehicles set to come to them in late October at earliest, and price only $100 more , with no change on options, but no information on changes to standard equipment. Has Lexus ever dropped changes mid-year? Thoughts?
#157
Lexus Champion
Lexus usually does a refresh at this point. The 4RX is entering its 4th model year.
They refreshed the 3RX for year 4 (came out for 2010, refreshed for 2013).
They refreshed the 4GS for year 4 (came out for 2013, refreshed for 2016).
They refreshed the 3IS for year 4 (came out for 2014, refreshed for 2017).
They refreshed the NX for year 4 (came out for 2015, refreshed for 2018).
So the RX is due.
They refreshed the 3RX for year 4 (came out for 2010, refreshed for 2013).
They refreshed the 4GS for year 4 (came out for 2013, refreshed for 2016).
They refreshed the 3IS for year 4 (came out for 2014, refreshed for 2017).
They refreshed the NX for year 4 (came out for 2015, refreshed for 2018).
So the RX is due.
#158
Lexus Test Driver
Lexus usually does a refresh at this point. The 4RX is entering its 4th model year.
They refreshed the 3RX for year 4 (came out for 2010, refreshed for 2013).
They refreshed the 4GS for year 4 (came out for 2013, refreshed for 2016).
They refreshed the 3IS for year 4 (came out for 2014, refreshed for 2017).
They refreshed the NX for year 4 (came out for 2015, refreshed for 2018).
So the RX is due.
They refreshed the 3RX for year 4 (came out for 2010, refreshed for 2013).
They refreshed the 4GS for year 4 (came out for 2013, refreshed for 2016).
They refreshed the 3IS for year 4 (came out for 2014, refreshed for 2017).
They refreshed the NX for year 4 (came out for 2015, refreshed for 2018).
So the RX is due.
#159
Lexus Champion
Definitely too early for a new model for sure. The ones I listed above received a refresh -things like new front fascias, tail lights, color and trim changes, new/revised engines. The RX isn’t receiving any of that this year. Unusual for Lexus.
#160
Lexus Test Driver
#161
Very true, but this would be a first they didn't do a 'mid cycle refresh' going into the 4th year of production. Also reading the tarot cards, not sure why if NO changes, they just don't roll it out on their webpage to build as a 19, the cars are already allotted for dealer.
#162
Is it 100% certain that they're not doing the changes? How would this be known? I have seen prices are $100 more on their press release. No changes to options. But new facia, lights, or even CarPlay if standard wouldn't show up, right? Part of the uniqueness is that the 'L' version came out, and the 2018 didn't hit dealer lots until late January last year. Lexus is selling a lot of the RX, I'm sure someone in an office is thinking 'we don't even have to try'. Personally, I think they're 3-4 years behind the curve of tech for even themselves.
#163
Lexus Champion
Very true, but this would be a first they didn't do a 'mid cycle refresh' going into the 4th year of production. Also reading the tarot cards, not sure why if NO changes, they just don't roll it out on their webpage to build as a 19, the cars are already allotted for dealer.
Is it 100% certain that they're not doing the changes? How would this be known? I have seen prices are $100 more on their press release. No changes to options. But new facia, lights, or even CarPlay if standard wouldn't show up, right? Part of the uniqueness is that the 'L' version came out, and the 2018 didn't hit dealer lots until late January last year. Lexus is selling a lot of the RX, I'm sure someone in an office is thinking 'we don't even have to try'. Personally, I think they're 3-4 years behind the curve of tech for even themselves.
#165
Probably depends on the market. My Tundra only had a very minor grill and tail light change from 2007-2013. That tells me people were not interested in looks as they were in reliability.The HL/RX is due for an update soon and resources are most likely going towards that effort. Lastly, if Lexus thought they needed a refresh to stay competitive they'd most likely would commit to it.
Last edited by wktjr; 08-24-18 at 04:16 PM.