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The dashboards melt, Lexus is slow to fix.
Mark Ferrell, 03/16/2016
updated 03/16/2017
2008 Lexus RX 350 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
28 of 33 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used with 60k miles on it, and 2.5 years later it's at 85k. In that time I've replaced a water pump (~$500) and a rack & pinion (~$1800). Everything else has been general maintenance (oil/brake/filter changes, etc.) The car handles well on the road, and I love the feel of driving it. It has enough engine to accelerate well and the suspension is setup to be comfortable, although it will feel a bit like turning a boat around sharp turns. Unfortunately, the interior of the car has some issues. The GPS is dated and clumsy to use. The controls for adjusting many common things like fan speed are buried inside a digital menu system that is difficult to use while driving if you want any more control than adjusting a temp and letting it decide whether to blow full speed or low speed fan to achieve that temp. There is no USB / aux input so you're stuck using a tape deck adapter or replacing the stereo console if you want to connect your phone. My biggest problem, however, has been that my dashboard cracked & melted (pics: http://imgur.com/a/B62He) This is part of known issue (https://www.carbuyingtips.com/articles/blog/lexus-to-pay-for-cracked-dashboard-repairs.htm) and is being replaced as part of a warranty recall. [edit] Updating this review to reflect that Lexus did replace the dashboard after over a year of being on a waitlist to replace it.
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Great Car!
deltagirl_16, 08/06/2007
2008 Lexus RX 350 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
So far, so good! I'm a first time Lexus owner and the transition from internet inquiries to actual possession was very smooth and professional! I will admit, there's a bit more wind noise than I anticipated (based on the reviews); but it's still a quiet ride. I had to make adjustments to the way I would normally sit in order to be truly comfortable in the driver's seat. The navigation system seems adequate (I've compared it to Mapquest/Yahoo Maps and find them to be a bit more precise). I haven't connected the Bluetooth phone yet, so I can't comment on that feature. Actual gas mileage isn't bad for an SUV - I get about 20-23 MPG in the city, so I can't complain. :-)
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See all 0 listingsDon't even classify it with a Highlander
LClark93, 02/04/2020
2008 Lexus RX 350 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
This is on the same platform as the Toyota Highlander, as you probably already know, but it's a completely different animal. It's got an astounding amount of power and torque, especially if you get it in the AWD drive-train. Only repetitive issue that I've ran into is the A/C, I've had the evaporator, compressor and a few hoses replaced over the 2 years that I've owned this vehicle (I bought it in October 2018 with 123K on the odometer) and the issues keep resurfacing but it's something new every time so I'll knock one-star off for it. Other than the A/C, it's a great vehicle for the money and holds its value like crazy. Obviously, if you need something to tow, get the GX or even LX but this little thing grips the road like a performance crossover. Definitely worth the money.
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Another great product from Lexus
cruch&daisy, 01/20/2008
2008 Lexus RX 350 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
Let me preface by saying that my wife and I have owned several different cars (3 hondas, 1 nissan, 1 lexus, and 1 bmw). This is our first foray into the SUV market. Lexus again has produced another great product/car!! This car is the best value for the money. The one we purchased was silver titanium with black leather. Premium Plus package with navigation. Chrome 18 inch 5 spoke wheels, HID, AFS, and All wheel drive. The car we just got rid of was a piece of crap 2003 BMW 330i sedan. BMWs may have that "fun to drive" factor BUT mechanically and quality wise they can't compare to the Lexus. The build quality on this Lexus is superb. Fit and finish is top notch.
Third Rx and improving
Bob, 09/19/2008
2008 Lexus RX 350 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This Rx is the third I've purchased since 1999. I must admit Lexus got me hooked. I particularly enjoy the sports tuned suspension with the low- profile tires and increased horsepower. The gas mileage is exceptionally well I routinely averaged 27 miles to the gallon on the highway. One experiment on Route 80 from Lake Erie to Jersey border with cruise control set at 65, I actually received 31 miles per gallon.