Overview & Reviews

Lexus has earned a well-deserved reputation for turning out utterly refined luxury vehicles. The hallmarks of this brand are a quiet, well-crafted cabin, a plush ride and commendable performance from powerful, nearly silent engines.

Lexus began out of a desire by parent company Toyota to create a world-class luxury car brand. Groundwork for Lexus was laid in the mid-1980s, when the company began tapping U.S. focus groups in an attempt to define design concepts best suited for American consumers. Hundreds of prototypes were built and tested on Germany's autobahn and on U.S. roads.

In early 1989, the company unveiled its first two models (which would debut for the 1990 model year) -- the entry-level ES 250 sedan and the flagship LS 400 sedan. The LS 400 was lauded by both journalists and consumers alike for offering a stellar luxury-car experience, with a remarkably silent cabin, superb build quality and a refined V8 engine. At the same time, the LS was priced considerably lower than smaller, lesser-equipped, six-cylinder European rival luxury sedans.

By the early 1990s, the Lexus brand was expanded to other markets, including the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. More models were added to the lineup, including the SC 300 and SC 400 coupes and the brand's first luxury performance sedan, the GS 300. By decade's end, the company had added SUVs (in the form of the LX 450/LX 470 and RX 300) and had sold more than a million vehicles in the U.S.

The first decade of the 2000s saw Lexus proving itself a trend setter with the launch of many hybrid-powered versions of its vehicles such as the RX 400h and the GS 450h. And by 2011, Lexus even introduced a world-class supercar, the LFA.

In the years since its inception, the Lexus brand has distinguished itself time and again in quality and reliability surveys. The brand's vehicles may not offer as much passion as some Teutonic rivals, but for drivers interested in vehicles that emphasize quality, dependability and comfort, the Lexus marque is hard to beat.

User Reviews:

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  serious service - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By 2nd time owner - July 21 - 2:00 am

  After test driving five other types of luvs I came back to the Lexas for drive, style and professionalism of the dealership. The Lexas service cant be beat.

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  LEXUS RX 330 - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By GARYBUZZY - July 21 - 2:00 am

  GREAT SUV, NO PROBLEMS GREAT LOOKS AND FEATURES A MUST BUY VERY COMFORTABLE AND VERY GOOD TO DRIVE

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  I love my car !! - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By SVH1973 - July 21 - 2:00 am

  From the moment I looked at this gorgeous interior I knew I had to have a Lexus RX330. Already unhappy with my new BMW 5 series, the RX330 was everything the BMW wasnt. Its roomy, plush, beautifully designed with a Navigation system and in dash CD changer that are user friendly. The detail is striking with maple woodgrain steering wheel and console offset by the brushed silver trim. Easy and very fun to drive, excellent handling, and very comfortable for long trips. My previous 4 cars had been Cadillacs and this has all the luxury and lots more fun.

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  My 330 - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By indiana97 - July 21 - 2:00 am

  Nice updates from the RX300. Get the 18" wheels/tires look great! Miss the coin holder.

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  Wow for the money!!! - 2002 Lexus IS 300
  By kaspr1 - July 20 - 10:23 pm

  Great car, fun to drive with a touch of class. Cant get any better than this! Love my IS 300 black manual.

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  Gold standard of SUVs - 2008 Lexus RX 350
  By insuranceguy - July 20 - 5:23 pm

  I am on the road a lot and appreciate how quiet this vehicle really is. The cabin is so quiet I actually look forward to talking on the cell phone over the cars blue tooth. I have owned Hondas and Toyotas in the past so appreciate the level of build quality that went into the RX. I have near 15k and not one single problem. I average around 21 in the city, 27 on the highway. In summary, Lexus RX 350 is the gold standard of SUVs.

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  OH MY GOD - 2002 Lexus GS 300
  By tomGS300 - July 20 - 10:00 am

  I just purchased a GS300 Sport Edition and I love it. I test drove the A6 and the BMW 530I and while the 530 was fun to drive. The GS300 is equally as fun and has the extra cumfort and the Lexus interior. I LOVE the Navigation System and the Sterio is the best you can buy. Go get one today!

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  lexus rx300 after 3 years - 1999 Lexus RX 300
  By abba - July 20 - 10:00 am

  turning radius is not as good as it should be, and gas tank is too small. otherwise this is what i consider to be a "bulletproof" vehicle. after 3 years, there have been no repairs needed. we replaced the tires after 20,000 mi, and changed engine oil every 5,000 mi. that is all that was required. all in all, this has been an excellent vehicle.

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  Lexus ES 300 Is Excellent - 2002 Lexus ES 300
  By Singh - July 20 - 10:00 am

  Smooth Drive, Luxurious feel, GPS is very good,

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  Its a Lexus! - 2008 Lexus LS 460
  By Happygolucky - July 19 - 9:20 am

  After 3 years with a BMW and another with Mercedes, I can thankfully say Ive found a car that would rather sit in my garage than the dealers. Truly a delightful experience in all fashions of automotive ownership.