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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  This is my dream car - 2007 Lexus GX 470
  By rayandhol - July 4 - 11:46 pm

  Absolutely L-O-V-E everything about my new Lexus. GORGEOUS to look at and wonderful to drive. I had a Toyota Sequoia before (which I also loved) but this is an SUV that drives like a car - so smooth! Everyday I thank my husband for my new toy!

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  Awesome vehicle...... Love it!!!! - 2005 Lexus RX 330
  By Mahale - July 2 - 11:26 am

  The RX 330 is an awesome vehicle. Truly a Lexus. Comfortable, drives well. Love the gizmos in the car.

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  The Pebble Beach - 2004 Lexus SC 430
  By Joe C - June 29 - 2:00 am

  Great car and fun to drive! We picked up our Pebble Beach SC 430 from the dealer on the first weekend in October. It has plenty of power and the navigation system is fantastic. The ride is not as hard as we had heard. The suspension works well with the run flat tires. The color is awesome. The fit and finish is fantastic! The back seat works for us as luggage shelf and a place for our daughter to set on short drive. Thanks Lexus great car!!

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  Right - 2004 Lexus LS 430
  By Ehsan - June 29 - 2:00 am

  Just trust it. Car hugs you. Its unbelievable great & imperissionable. Thanks to LEXUS.

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  Luxury at its Best! - 2010 Lexus RX 350
  By ET - June 27 - 8:36 am

  I traded my 2005 RX for the 2010. The SUV is bigger inside and out. The technology is incredible in this car.

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  An Amazing piece of artwork - 2006 Lexus GS 300
  By Midwest_Ron - June 27 - 1:36 am

  Reading some of the reviews on here makes me wonder if some of these are real or not. This is an amazing car. Ive owned many cars and this is by far the best quality vehicle that I ever witnessed. Absolutely perfect in every way. Ive owned cars that were double the price and this is a better car. I am 6 4" tall and can fit in this car better than my previous full sized SUV. My head rubbed the roofline in my SUV, doesnt even come close in my GS.

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  Lexus Love! - 2015 Lexus RX 350
  By Mitch - June 26 - 12:32 am

  Shop around like I did for months!.............This is the best value for a crossover Luxury high end vehicle!! The Bumper to Bumper value, feel of comfort , and "knowing you have no issues" feeling of purchasing this beautiful vehicle will give you goosebumps! I looked at Acura, Lincoln , and various Toyota SUVs ,But after driving all, researching , and using different metrics, i bought this 2015 F series 350RX.. The F series leather, the front bumper, the various F series clad chrome, and other special features will make other drivers look with awe!! Did I mention the fantastic Lexus warranty!?

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  A used car bargain! - 1995 Lexus LS 400
  By jvcn - June 23 - 11:46 pm

  Have owned this car for a month after having bought used off eBay for under $9000. 9 years old with 95K miles and its still tight, rattle-free, and wonderful to drive. The leather is in better shape than that of most 3-year old cars. It makes you wonder why anyone would ever buy a newer, more pedestrian sedan from Hyundai, Ford, or even Honda. More comfortable seats than Benz or BMW. Aside from a defective antenna (a $25 repair you can do yourself in 5 minutes) everything is perfect. The independent mechanic who inspected it just whistled and said, this will run forever. Even if I have to spend $1K-$2k in repairs later, it will be a bargain. I already want a 2000 LS 400!

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  Lexus LX470 - 2004 Lexus LX 470
  By Ming-Chieh Lee - June 23 - 2:00 am

  Excellent performance especially in the snow.

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  Built like a tank, but very comfortable - 2004 Lexus GX 470
  By cfishlaw - June 23 - 2:00 am

  This SUV is built like a tank. Although the ride is not quite as smooth on rough pavement or cobblestones as my old RX300, it handles very well, and is very comfortable, even on long trips. The quality is perfect - no rattles, squeaks, etc. I was surprised by the lack of a change cup and center console storage (which are present in the RX300). Gas mileage is 13-14 mpg, but what do you expect for a 6150 lb. SUV? The rear "barn door" is unusual, but does not bother me.