Overview & Reviews

The power rear hatch is now standard on all models, as is wood and leather trim for the shift knob and steering wheel. The power passenger seat is upgraded from four-way to eight-way while the optional navigation system gets Bluetooth capability and voice actuated control. Last year's standard six-disc CD changer moves to the options list, making way for a standard single-CD setup.

• Well-appointed interior, rides more like a sedan than an SUV, loaded with high-tech features, solid reputation for reliability, excellent dealer service.

• Less powerful than some of its competitors, soft ride makes for merely adequate handling in corners, no third-row seat option.

User Reviews:

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  My Favorite Car the RX330 - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By Marti Ryan - February 1 - 7:26 pm

  Have owned Jaguar Sedans, Mercedes, Cadillacs, and Lexus LS400. This is my favorite car of all time. Great mileage, comfortable to ride in, tall enough to see over the BIG SUVs. Only negative would probably be the quality of the sound system.

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  Talk to People in Ivory Tower - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By Audrey Fallowes - January 21 - 4:23 am

  RX 330 is bought by women. Why did they have to make it higher than the 300? Cant hear directional signals when on (safety hazard.) Blind spots on both sides right & left rear. Gas filler hole too high. Map pocket redesigned to be useless. Cant open remote hatchback when car is locked--need 2 hands to silde back trunk cover (has latches). Guidance sys- seeing reverse usless-needs beeper system-300 guid/sys much easer to work. Climate control/blower to powerful at lowest setting/have to look constantly at screen to change settings/remote starter when on-cant unlock car doors.

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  Blind spots - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By NYC Suburb Driver - January 18 - 8:16 am

  I love everything about this car, except the design of the back creates large blind spots when looking back and to the side. This is confounded by the drivers headrest further visually blocking the small windows between the back and sides of the car. This creates pretty thick spots where you cant easily see what is behind you and to the side.

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  Its been 4 months - Still Happy! - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By tony - January 3 - 12:26 pm

  Bought this new in January - 4 AWD, Love this car. You get used to the transmission lag, gas mileage is acceptable. Ive run the tank down to about 16 miles left in the tank and it only cost about $33 to fill it completely back up with CA gas prices- less than $10 bucks more than the Camry I used to own. Tried everything else but this is the category killer - Consumer Reports also names this their best pick. Braking is the best Ive ever seen and the navigation and rear back up camera are indespensible - they may seem like trivial expense items but are actually very very useful and helpful - youll use them everyday.

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  Love my RX! - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By JC - December 29 - 3:33 am

  This car feels safe, is comfortable, and has a lot of features I never thought about before, but cant live without now. Overall though, its my favorite car out of the ones Ive had, and Ill be driving Lexus in the future.

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  First time owner of a lexus - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By Stefanie - December 23 - 5:16 pm

  I have owned my Lexus RX330 for 2 years. I love it! I am a petite woman and the adjustable seat and steering wheel are WONDERFUL! It handles beautifully like a sedan. The backseat holds 3 adults comfortably. The automatic rear door lift is the greatest, especially with your hands full! I have had a few problems with the motors in my automatic windows, but the dealer has resolved most of those issues. I would highly recommend this car to anyone! I plan on keeping this vehicle for many years.

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  Disappointed - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By LP - December 8 - 1:30 pm

  Lots of rattles, the brake pedal makes a constant irritating thumping noise everytime I even tap it. Windshield wipers get frozen to the windshield and rip off and inevitably scratch the windshield before Ive had a chance to replace them. A heated windshield would be appropriate. The most astounding thing that shocked me was that I had to purchase 4 expensive snow tires for this AWD SUV. The all season that came with the sale of the vehicle did not perform at all in the snow. I was literally sliding all over the road and had no choice but to spend $1000 to buy "snow blizzaks".

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  GS300 Replacement - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By Fred Backhaus - September 28 - 4:23 am

  Coming from a 98 GS300 (great car) to my first SUV may not be a fair comparison. The steering is not as precise. My 01 Dodge Caravan accelerates quieter. But I guess as far as SUVs go it is at the top of the heap. The quality is definitely there.

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  Still not sure - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By pam - September 27 - 12:43 am

  I purchased this vehicle 5 mos ago. I am enjoying it however I am concerned that the engine noise is louder than I am used to. I do not like the arm rest. Otherwise the ride is very comfortable. Servicing is more expensive than expected. Paint job dulls quickly. (black) Need to have it detailed and waxed too often. I came from a Cadillac and it had more electronic information capabilities.

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  Love My RX330!!! Best car I ever had!!! - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By LadyK - August 16 - 9:56 am

  I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS CAR!!! Its fun to drive because it rides like a dream. As a first time Lexus buyer, the comfort, the handling, the ride and the quality are excellent!!! I am truly impressed. I like the attention it gets when driving around town. The interior is beautiful and the features are great. I love driving on the highway at night now due to the tinted back window and the glare blocking side view mirrors- this feature alone is PRICELESS!!! My concerns are: The transmission stalls when switching gears. Inside interior including tan rugs, get dirty easily. Using the seat warmers while wearing dark clothes, stains the leather.