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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  Great Crossover SUV - 2016 Lexus NX 200t
  By Addicus - May 31 - 6:31 pm

  This is an awesome vehicle....Only one complaint which is the touch pad control for the entertainment system...very dangerous while driving

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  superb automobile - 2005 Lexus LS 430
  By ron kay - May 28 - 10:13 pm

  absolutely a superb automobile, i have owned 3 mercedes, no comparison, this car does it all, the nav system, voice activation, bluetooth, its all there, they did it right

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  Good car to hold on to - 1996 Lexus ES 300
  By George - May 27 - 10:30 pm

  Purchased it in 1999, off a 3 year lease and 36K miles. Car runs well and accelerates well at high speeds. Body design has withstood the test of time. However, I did add a new transmission in 2004. Leather seat showing wear and tear. I would buy a new one.

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  A classier hybrid for distinctive taste - 2006 Lexus RX 400H
  By Luvmy400h - May 27 - 8:40 pm

  The Lexus RX 400h is a dream to drive. The power is unbelievable. It is very comfortable. Easy ingress and egress. I drive it off road for 2 miles to reach my home. It is a very smooth drive on the dirt road. Flies up the canyons of Utah. Corners exceptionally well. Im averaging about 26 mpg, which is a substantial increase from my gas guzzling SUV. Im a heavy foot. A light foot will have even better mileage. Im sold on the hybrid technology as well as the Lexus brand.

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  Love Love Love the car - 2016 Lexus RX 350
  By Kevin Carlin - May 27 - 10:07 am

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  Great ride - 2007 Lexus GS 450h
  By Dan - May 26 - 7:53 pm

  Wonderful car overall. I had owned an Acura RL and BMW 5 series prior to purchasing the Hybrid GS450 only about 4 weeks ago. Downsides are small trunk space and less than predicted fuel economy (so far, only one tank and I got 22 MPG...the vehicle rating claims are 24-28 MPG). I find the car to be a great combination of comfort and performance.

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  An excellent buy! Voice functions need improvement - 2011 Lexus ES 350
  By paddyz - May 26 - 11:48 am

  I bought my 2011 ES 350 a month ago at $6k below MSRP. I am happy with this car. It has a very smooth and quiet ride, lots of comfort features and is definitely a good value for the money.

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  The best of best - 2004 Lexus LS 430
  By TedN - May 26 - 10:00 am

  I enjoy every mile I drive with it

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  Exelent Car - 2004 Lexus LS 430
  By Danny-511 - May 26 - 10:00 am

  This car is the best Sedan out there for the money. I love it it has great power and very luxories

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  lexus es 330 - 2004 Lexus ES 330
  By marianne granier - May 26 - 10:00 am

  super driving ,i think its better then bmw im a german and had on,lexus is much better riding and handling vehicle exellent service toooooooo the best frome sewell is free car washes good maint. all in one super car marianne