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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  rx330: BRILLIANT!!! - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By MONEYMAN - December 14 - 2:00 am

  the lexus is most impressive for its fit and finish and design aswell as its cuting edge technology. lexus does charge more than its competetors for things such as options, service, accessories, and shipping fees. The buying expirience with lexus was like purchasing a hotel!

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  Love this one more than the last one - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By Joseph Lo Bello - December 14 - 2:00 am

  Outstanding, solid and more power than last years model

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  Fun car - 2005 Lexus IS 300
  By Ko - December 13 - 1:16 am

  Pros: competitive pricing, mechanical quality and reliability of the vehicle. Excellent driving mechanics and handling of the vehicle. Drives like a sports car, yet it has a comfort of a luxury vehicle. Cons: Outdated style (poor interior design), poor MPG. Not a vehicle of choice for winter road.

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  none - 2000 Lexus LS 400
  By dolphing - December 12 - 10:00 am

  This is the best car that I have ever owned. I had a 1993 for seven years which was also an exceptional car. The comfort is unmatched, and I have owned several other luxury cars.

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  It is perfection. An honest review - 2002 Lexus LS 430
  By kuantum - December 12 - 10:00 am

  I have always made jokes of Toyota/Lexus because I have owned 7 BMWs from 3 series to 7 series a Lincoln a mercedes and a Ferrari. I always stood true to my BMW 740i & 525 but I just purchased an LS430 Ultra Lux for $60k and its the best ride, feel, comfort, and luxury I have ever had not just in overall value package but truly an impressive vehicle bar none.

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  A car dressed as an SUV - 2002 Lexus RX 300
  By nyeard - December 12 - 10:00 am

  I just traded in my 1998 nissan maxima to get the RX.300 and I kid you not, The RX300 rides smoothier then my max did. The service is top notch. As for the car itself, it is a jack of all trades type of vehicle. You can run around in the snow one day and go out on the town the next. I was looking to buy a BMW X 5 but want ever I got I wanted it fully loaded. To get a fully loaded X 5 I would have had to spend 52 thousand dollars. I got my RX 300 4wd fully loaded with every option you could possibly get ( except the coach edition) and paid 38 thousand. Granted the RX300 is no X 5 but cheaper insurance and to ability to use regular gas is good enough for me

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  A great car - 2017 Lexus LX 570
  By Harry - December 10 - 5:34 pm

  Lexus LX 570 is a great car, both from outside and inside looks to its safety and comfort. Nothing to complain.

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  Lexus RX330 Review - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By Erdrick - December 9 - 10:00 am

  Very fine attention to detail. vehicle tracks very well with the AWD feature. Navigation is excellent and very useful. The engine is smooth and powerful with good passing ability.

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  Dream SUV - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By Samc - December 9 - 10:00 am

  Best SUV.. It is a replacment of a MDX.. days and night.. interior is way better.. Quality is the best.

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  Most Trouble Free Car - 1996 Lexus ES 300
  By Jeff - December 8 - 8:46 pm

  I purchased my 1996 Lexus es300 in 1995, used, with 130,000 well maintained miles. I drove all over the southeastern us and put another 128,000 miles on the car. 258,000 miles and still going strong. Just replaced transmission seal but the $550.00 is less then a new car and theres no depreciation at this point. Normal maintenance, Mobil 1 synthetic ( 8000 mile per change) and being alert to changing wear items makes a well built car very dependable. 1mz-fe 6 cylinder engine is powerful and dependable.