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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  The Best So Far - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By Jabril A. Childs - August 14 - 10:00 am

  I love my new RX 330, I traded my BMW 540I for the new RX330. Ive had so many cars and none of them compare to the RX330 I looked at the Lex GX and BMW X5, when I test drove the RX330 I fell in love with it. My mom came along with me to get my new car, she too fell in love with it. She actually drove it home. I have no complaints thus far.

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  the best i have ever had - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By dh9562 - August 14 - 10:00 am

  we bought this car on the 4th of july and we truly say that this is the best car we have ever owned. the comfort is beyond expectations. we took it for a 4,ooo mile trip and we were vert comfortable, plenty of room. nice sound system and the dvd player was nice too. i think if you are going to get this car you need it loaded!!!

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  Highly Recommend - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By Bmb2891 - August 14 - 10:00 am

  The interior is beautifully designed, with a luxurious look and feel, while the exterior is sleek and stylish. An excellent blend of performance and luxury, definitely gets all my thumbs up. Also very well priced for the product.

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  its awsome!!! - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By BOCAGIRL1020 - August 14 - 10:00 am

  This suv is the bomb in all areas. I have realy enjoyed driving it all around town.

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  New Car - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By David Loomis - August 14 - 10:00 am

  We are thrilled with our RX330. It is everything we hoped it would be. We have had no reason whatsoever to return to the dealer since the puschase of the vehicle other than to buy a keychain.

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  The Best Lexus Got Better - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By martin brodsky - August 14 - 10:00 am

  After driving a Lexus RX300 for 4 years, I saw the new RX330 and loved the styling. After driving the RX330, it was apparent that Lexus really put a lot of thought into the new model. Its a total luxury suv with more extras than I thought possible on an SUV in this class and price.

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  My favorite vehicle - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By mysie - August 14 - 10:00 am

  This is the best driving, most comfortable car I have ever owned. It also is reliable. It drives more like a car than an SUV.

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  wish I had my RX300 - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By D Johnson - August 14 - 10:00 am

  seats on the RX330 are too hard and the 18 inch wheels are too high to get in car comforablty

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  A review from the desert! - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By Irvine Robbins - August 14 - 10:00 am

  The RX330 is a keeper! Formerly drove the RX300 and difference is quite apparent. Much quieter, smoother, and easier to drive. Turning radius improved, and larger gas tank is an advantage. They will have one hell of a hard time improving on this model.

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  Luxury on Wheels - 2004 Lexus RX 330
  By Tameko Moss - August 14 - 10:00 am

  I love the ride. The car seems to glide down the road. I love the interior design. The leather interior with the wood trim and chrome is excellent! I think I could become a lexus driver for life.