Overview & Reviews
A new grille design and chrome exterior door handles distinguish the 2008 Lexus RX 350 from last year's model. In addition, there's a new graphite-finish 18-inch wheel design on the options list, and in models with a gray interior, you'll find black bird's eye maple trim.
- High-grade cabin furnishings, luxury sedan ride, user-friendly high-tech features, rock-solid reliability history, excellent dealer service.
- Soft suspension tuning makes for merely acceptable handling, no third-row seat option, pricey option packages.
User Reviews:
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Glad I leased - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By Fang - May 6 - 3:00 amGood comfort and ride. Gas mileage is surprisingly good, between 18 and 24 mpg depending on how much city vs. highway driving we do. Room inside is good for four people. Cargo area is disappointing with rear seat up. Rx is easy to drive and park. Im not really overly impressed with anything about the RX except the power plant, it has very good power for a car of this weight. I will return the RX in 23 months but feel satisfied so far. Just not impressed enough to want to buy it.
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Early 2008 RX 350 AWD - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By StuShark - January 29 - 6:00 amJust got this SUV about 4 weeks ago, and so far it is perfect. None of the noises or rattles that I read about and feared. With the 18 inch wheels, it handles pretty much like a car and not a truck. It also now has plenty of power. Very comfortable, and mileage is around 18-19, which I consider terrific for a new car weighing over 2 tons. So far, I think I made the right decision but it is still very early in the game.
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Excellent family car! - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By bonfig8 - December 24 - 2:00 amAfter years and years of research for the perfect "next" family car, my husband and I settled on a used (2008) RX 350, and couldnt be happier. We had bought a Chrysler Pacifica when they first came out in 2004 and had terrible luck with reliability, but couldnt justify trading it in until we got our money out of the thing. So basically we have been looking for the next car for 7 years. Having 2 younger children we were set on another three row vehicle, but were not happy with the costs of a new Pilot, Acadia, Highlander, etc. We then looked at the two row luxury market and almost got a Volvo xc70. Im so glad we test drove the certified used RX 350 first. Love it!!! and the price.
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Problems, and More Problems - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By Suffering - December 20 - 8:33 pmThe car has 2300 miles on it and needs a transmission repair. Many rattles and other strange noises. Hyundai quality maybe better. The car is not as quite as many reviews have stated. It is actually very noisy. This car at over $40k compares to a Chevy or Buick,not a real luxury car. Overpriced, and poorly built.
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A Lexus To Forget - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By Sad - December 13 - 10:30 amI purchased my RX350 in Oct. I traded in a BMW, what a huge mistake. The car has many quality defects and is sub standard in all categories. The tires were out of balance, electrical problems, road noise, wind noise,fit and finish problems. The base audio system is poor. The factory Nav. system came with the "old" version of software! For $46K this car is over priced over rated and just a Lexus to forget. It is in the class of a Buick or Cadillac not BMW or MB.Do not purchase one! I will be trading for a BMW or a Benz in the Spring.
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Gotta have it! - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By dalion - September 24 - 12:26 pmThe ride is very smooth and comfortable. The mirrors are large and make blind spots disappear. The backup camera is incredible. The features available with the navigation make life easier.
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Poor Design, Horrible resale value - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By Tony - August 18 - 3:00 amPurchased the FWD 08 RX350 in NOV 08 with 16,000 miles it was certified pre- owned. I like all the bells and whistles that it came with, such as the telescoping steering wheel and leather seats just to name a few. I drove it from SC to TX and the drive was excellent, nice and quiet. I do not like the front design, it looks too feminine and also the so claimed re sale value is terrible. I tried to trade it in and was sadly informed that I would be 10k upside down if i traded it in with 27,400miles in excellent condition. Although it is a nice vehicle it does not hold its value.
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A second look at the Lex - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By DadMan - June 21 - 6:06 amIm updating a review I posted in April. Things have happened since then. The RX was involved in a moderate collision ($2500 in damages to the lower front end) but was able to drive away from the accident. I cant say that for the other vehicle. The Lex is indeed a safe ride. That aside, the only thing I miss about my 05 Solara convertible is the stereo, oh and the convertible part. At the first service interval, I had the dealership install a hitch receiver so I can use a bike rack. Not cheap but worth it, just like the car itself. The only thing that has failed is the express-close feature on the moon roof. The shop was able to reset it.
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Fantastic SUV - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By PGH Nittany Lion - April 25 - 6:03 amI just bought the RX 350 three weeks ago and I absolutely love it. I live in Pittsburgh and was able to test it out in the last snow/ice storm we had, and the car performed admirably. I couldnt be happier with it. Lots of cabin room, seating 4 or 5 is comfortable. Very good with pick-up, given that the V6 puts out 270 hp, and the RXs competitors are all V8s (easier on the wallet with gas too).
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Disappointed in Louisiana - 2008 Lexus RX 350
By Kelly B - April 1 - 9:43 amI traded in my 2005 4Runner for this car two weeks ago and I am so disappointed. I thought I was buying a luxury SUV, but that was not the case. There is way more road noise than I expected. I dont know if this is due to the tires or a lack of cabin insulation. The ride is average, definitely not luxurious, and do not plan on seating more than four adults comfortably. Also, the radio is terrible for a car in this price range. It crackles already at medium volume. I miss my 4Runner!
