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Old 01-21-19, 08:22 AM
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Has the 4th generation made the improvements and features over the 2015 RX350? Would you recommend buying the newer generation? What are the Pros and Cons?
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Has the 4th generation made the improvements and features over the 2015 RX350? Would you recommend buying the newer generation? What are the Pros and Cons?
Looks alone would make my decision. The 2015 body style and interior look ancient by now.
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The New Body Style is a nice improvement.
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I would choose the 4th generation just on standard safety features alone.
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What are the differences?
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295 vs 270 HP, 8 speed vs. 6 speed transmission, 19/26 MPG vs. 18/24, optional wheels 20" vs 19" (not necessarily a plus is snow regions...)
If Navigation equipped the 12" screen permits Map And Music or Map And Mileage not just one at a time. Real time Nav and Weather update
coming through the HD radio stations were new to the RX in 2016. Earlier style had the HD radio tuner but not the additional information display.
Rear hatch can be adjusted for height for shorter garage door clearance and shorter luggage handlers. Hatch may also have the hands free opener.
The Lexus Enform Remote Start App was introduced in 2016, Pre-owned now would subscribe at the newly reduced subscription of $160/yr (was $249/yr)
You can download the LERS and touch "Demo" to determine if it is something you would use. There are now 2 USB and 4 12v DC plugs

negatives: no driver's left side cup holder in front of the HVAC vent for keeping coffee hot and beer soda cold.
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Many improvements, I’ve been looking. Prices seem a bit higher then what I am willing to pay. The trade difference is going to be the problem.
Thank you for your information.
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Originally Posted by lexicam739
What are the differences?
https://www.autotrader.com/car-revie...ference-243873
https://longolexus.wordpress.com/201...-lexus-rx-350/
https://theusbport.com/lexus-2016-4t...omparison/3998
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Thank you for the links.
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Originally Posted by lexicam739
What are the differences?
Adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and pre-collision braking are standard.
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Originally Posted by lexicam739
Has the 4th generation made the improvements and features over the 2015 RX350? Would you recommend buying the newer generation? What are the Pros and Cons?
Improved suspension system standard if you get the Fsport
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I have moved from 2014 RX 350 to 2018 RX450 F-Sport last year. The ride due to larger wheels feels the same to me. There is a lot more features added like some members have already sated above. The interior feels a little more rich. But to me the biggest difference while driving is speed. In S+ mode this thing can really go....
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