Used 2010 Lexus RX 350 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
Disappointed
4th Lexus bought largely on the capacity. has about 25% more space than competitors. interior quality has slipped with each purchase. 1999 gs was first and best. main complaint is the use of vinyl on seats and arm rests. it can't cost that much more to put leather on instead of vinyl. quality of leather has been progressively less with each Lexus i bought. "99gs, 2003 rx, 2008 gs and now 2010rx. passenger seat being replace due to wrinkles and bumpiness. poor quality control. the quality of the carpet is not as good as in prior yrs. being nit picking but lexus is not the luxury car it was in "99. i will probably buy a different brand. was impressed with Hyundai Veracruz.
A GREAT RIDE
The RX350 is probably the most dependable passenger vehicle on the road. I bought this 2010 loaded model, Certified Pre-Owned in 2012 after the 2013 models came out. 2010 brought the first major overhaul in style and substance since about 2005. Gas mileage would have been better with an 8-speed tranny, which they finally did with the 2016 upgrade, as well as smoother ride and loads of technology and safety features. Acceleration has never been a problem. Being Certified it came with 3 years added to the factory warranty, and we bought another 3 years for a total of 6 years Lexus warranty. It was rarely used due to the dependability of the vehicle. Several have complained about the joystick Navigation control, but I never had a problem with it. In fact, I prefer it over touch screen because the joystick is handy within arms reach, rather than having to reach for a touch screen. My car had the Premium, Luxury and Comfort packages, thus it is LOADED. I am impressed with the technology even in the 2010 model. I like the 2010 RX 350 so much I just bought a new 2017 RX 350--WOW!! Talk about TERRIFIC!!. The ONLY reason I decided to upgrade to the 2017 was for the new Safety and Technology the new one has: Radar/Adaptable Cruise, PCS (Pre-Collision Safety System), Blind Side Monitor, Lane "Keeper," and the better ride, etc.
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- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $10,602287 mi away
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $11,695296 mi away
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $15,495408 mi away
Remote start
Don Skaggs wrote: "The remote start on my 2010 RX is poorly designed as the engine stops when the door is opened and you have to restart the engine which for all practical purposes defeats the usefulness of the remote start". I don't know if you have some state requirement, but my engine does not stop when I open the door. A few times I wished it did when I had not turned it off. You might check with the dealer. Love this vehicle. Have a 2002 RX300 which is a world away from this. I have 140K on it and never needed a "fix". Just brakes, oil etc. It was built on a Camry chassis, but the new one is built on its own chassis. Big difference. Much better than my X-5 (junk).
Never Again
Can't stand this car. Had a 2002 before and loved it. The car sounds like a diesel pickup truck when cold. Dealership and Lexus have refused to do anything about it. Wind noise at high speeds is terrible. It sounds like the windows are open just a little bit, but they are not. I like my Ford Edge 100% more, and it cost 25% less. Very loose handling and visibility. I will never buy a Lexus again.
Forget buying a Lexus
Have a 2010 Lexus RX 350 with 61,000 miles and regular service. One buys a Lexus for reliability and durability. We have purchased 2 Toyota’s and 2 Lexus suvs so have been loyal customers. Recently, my check AWD and engine lights went on. Since I was closer in proximity to a Toyota dealer, I immediately had the warning lights checked at their dealership. $1512.53 later, I was told that I needed to replace timing gears at a cost of $10,167.98. If 61,000 miles is all you can expect from a Lexus, why pay out $48,000 (2010 prices) for this kind of disappointment.
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