2016 Lexus RX 450h Review: Curbed with Craig Cole

The Lexus RX 450h crossover is the brand's best-selling model. It’s been a huge success ever since it went on sale in 1998. When it’s time to update keystone products like this, automakers tend to be overly conservative, especially Toyota. But with the new RX, their design team evidently didn’t get the memo, creating a radically styled CUV with a gaping spindle grille. Find out how the vehicle performs compared to its competition like the Lincoln MKX.

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[pittsburghhotplate]

I'm on my 3rd RX- this is my first Hybrid. I'm astonished at the increase in fuel efficiency. Great job on the video- very clear, and to-the-point.

[bradswartzentruber]

Of the top luxury brands, Lexus now definitely has the best looking vehicles

[brorowcarwiz]

RX sales are up 24% with this new design- on top of already stellar sales figures. Looks like consumers like the grille.

[virenvs]

you honestly comparing this to a Lincoln? it's not even apples and oranges. it's apples and rocks

[ashrick]

He killed me with that Lincoln comparison

[Kiss__Kiss]

I can't remember if I've already said this but, I actually LOVE this segment, "Curbed" with Craig Cole.

[luigynkaren]

did this guy just say the interior of the Lincoln is better looking!!??.. you sir have lost my respect, comparing lexus to lincoln😂😂. and in terms of lexus going to far maybe just a tad bit but it's fine.

[aarontimberlake]

The attention to detail and flow of this presentation is amazing. Thank you!

[ddoroslovac]

I'm one of the few who like the styling. Especially the grill.

[coureurdebois]

Lincoln? they are not even relevant, just a rebaged ford in terms of interior, build quality and luxury, never mention Lincoln and Lexus in the same sentence.

[DawidAugust]

Craig got really well to the list of my favourite car reviewers!!! And this sense of humour:)))

[mosubedar]

I've never been a fan of the RX even though I own a Lexus. However, this RX is a stunner. Took the Luxury package for a test drive and I loved it. The aesthetics of this vehicle are brilliant. I will say that when driving in normal mode it was really disconnected. It felt much better when driving is Sport mode.

[BatSam]

I like your content! Informative straight to the point narrative with a hint of humor.

[azhariqbal]

Thank you for a great review the RX is really a good car because I got one RX F sport 450h.
I was not happy with the remote touch at first but now with adjusting the feedback it much more easy to handle.
About the shape I am loving it everyday. The interior and the seats are one of the best I think because before buying this I looked X5, Q5, and volvo xc90. Excellent fuel eco and £100 road tax

[Trades]

Can't believe this redesign only went on sale early this year. I've been seeing more and more of this RX in Toronto. The last RX was a good car but had a yawn-inducing styling. Looks like this redesign really changed that for the better. The efficiency of the Hybrid system is astounding, definitely a plus in a sea of *ahem* Clean Diesels *cough* from the German competitors.

As for the RX, I pick the 450h over the 350 even if I leave some options off the table. The efficiency is remarkable but I leave the F-sport package; if I buy an SUV, sporty handling isn't really that high on the list of priorities. Plus, the basic car looks aggressive enough for me.

[MrDefeater]

This guy could play The Riddler in a future Batman movie.

[mrp]

Grabbing the reason being, 1-no one is checking for these (although the sell so many), meaning they are very different from the norm. 2-reliability, amazing, still have my HS250h, best car I have owned (have had later 3 series, body before the current) and an x5.

[MrJBEEZZY]

Thank you Craig. First time watching you buddy. You communicate your thoughts VERY well!

[itssimplykimm]

I love the way it looks, but I do agree. It changed drastically from 15 to the 16 ... But I like it

[GTAstuntz]

It's a very bold design choice but the origami-sharp lines seem to suit the SUV bodystyle much more than the sedans. Good job, Lexus!