Lexus NX or RX? Which Lexus SUV is Right For You?

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10 ай бұрын

Should you get the Lexus NX or Lexus RX? In this video I breakdown everything you need to know when deciding between these two luxury SUVs from Lexus!
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@crazynmr8574 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for your honesty

@kevinclark2864 21 күн бұрын

For me, the RX was worth the money. No kids, just adults occasionally in the back seat, worth it to me to have them more comfortable (it was REALLY tight for a 6' adult in the back seat of a NX). Also I really felt the difference between the run flat tires of the NX vs. the conventional tire in the RX - the RX had a much smoother ride for me. Considering I hang on to my cars for 7-10 years, it was well worth it for me to pay the extra. Did the RX-350H Luxury with pretty much all the bells and whistles and after 4 months could not be happier. Thanks for the vid!

@jml9550 10 ай бұрын

I chose the NX hybrid over the RX hybrid because of the $12k difference. I wrote a $52k check in April on my wife NXH. I choose to use the $12k to upgrade our home instead.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

I made the same decision. Curious do you have kids and if so, how many? We have 1 little girl and it’s the perfect size for us.

@jml9550 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren two teenagers. One is driving now and the other is 13. The NX h is good size SUV for my wife’s need around town. We also have a ES350 for longer distance trips.

@jml9550 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren BTW we also have a 08 RX350 AWD, bought it 15 years ago. Now at 160k miles still drives great, now it is my son’s first car :)

@albertn.1742 10 ай бұрын

I was set on the NX at first but after getting inside the RX and going for test drives (both back to back), I instantly chose the RX. The cabin felt significantly bigger, especially the rear as I frequently haul 4 other people. The biggest difference was the ride quality. The RX wasn't as zippy and fun as the NX, but it is significantly smoother over potholes and eats up any imperfections or speed bumps as I was able to test drive in a dirt and gravel parking lot. It felt like it had a softer suspension than the NX. The cabin was also more insulated which is nice. I personally love the RX and am happy with my choice. The NX is also a great vehicle for those that want to have a more fun and easy drive around town and don't need to constantly have a car filled with people and luggage.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Great assessment and I agree overall. How long have you had the RX for now?!

@albertn.1742 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren I’ve had it for 4 months now. Looking forward to driving it for the next 15-20 years until ICE vehicles are banned or when it breaks down and needs major $$ repairs.

@donaldbanner2185 10 ай бұрын

................................... The 450h+ "F" Sport has a MUCH smother ride than the RX.............PLEASE UNDERSTAND the NX has ONE BIG ISSUE....*"RUN FLAT TIRES! basically a tire within a Tire...making for a HARD ride..because less area to compress air/bumps....NOTE: The VERY first thing I did at the dealer is get credit back for those God Awful tires and *REPLACE them with Michelin's, NIGHT and Day difference! Added MUCH Less Rolling resistance which increases the elec only driving to 49 miles per charge and the gas, although I never use Freak'n gas / in my case Regular where my wife has to use Premium costly gas...Ouch! * Note: get the Lexus NX 450h+ * "F" Sport model*....because you do Not have to run the ICE but rather use Butter smooth and QUIET electric power and it HAS..........."Adaptive Suspension" = it stiffens, on the corners where you need i, t & Softens on the highway and freeways. My wife has The RX 350....and yes at first it rode better ....Now my 450h "F" Sport rides much smoother & Quieter than her car by FAR!

@mfbikle 10 ай бұрын

I did the same math on our NX 350h for $45k OTD, even compared to NX 350h+, RX hybrid & RAV4 equivalent was $42K as well. Didn’t compare other brands though because I’ve had 2 Lexus before.. Just bought it sight unseen!

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Now that’s brand loyalty but I think you made the right decision :)

@jml9550 10 ай бұрын

Wrote a $52k check on my wife’s 24 NX h in April. It was $46.6K MSRP and no add ons + tax fees. I did not want to wrote a $64k check on a RXH

@josefernandez2722 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for your input Sonduren. By coincidence, I was finally able to test drive my first ever hybrid, an rx350h as well as an nx350 turbo. I was pleasantly surprised by the hybrid powertrain. So I am back in for the nx hybrid. I put a deposit down waiting for my allocation. I also feel like you. Not only do I not need the extra space, but I also don't happen to like the looks of the big great white shark nose of the RX. Love the interior though. I also think they are asking for too much $$$ for a loaded RX versus a couple of years ago. I like the looks of the NX better. I was originally on the list for an nx, but then I quit after getting tired of waiting so long. I was hopeful of landing a Mazda cx70, but after the smoke settled, the powertrain doesn't seem as reliable as initially thought. So I jumped back to the NX. Hopefully, it shouldn't be too long now.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Trust me you made the right choice :) you will love the SUV. It has some quirks which I talked about but that is it!

@omendarklight1526 10 ай бұрын

I believe it is worth the wait. I love mine all the way. Plus, im actually happy to drive every chance I get. 😁

@josefernandez2722 10 ай бұрын

@@omendarklight1526 That's great. I'm hoping to enjoy it soon myself. I was offered an atomic silver with red interior, not the Palomino that I originally wanted but either way very nice. They are just about to build it so maybe another two months give or take

@lucdo1278 3 ай бұрын

The NX looks more sporty and the front grill looks much nicer.

@yrralyrral 10 ай бұрын

Great video, Sonduren! Thank you! We took both out for a test drive and we thought the RX was too big so we went with the NX 350h (we’ve had it for about 2 months now) and couldn’t be happier.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Thanks man! That’s awesome what package and color spec did you go with?!

@yrralyrral 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren We chose the NX 350h luxury package in Nori Green. It’s our dream machine.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Perfect spec :) Nori Green is stunning in person

@omendarklight1526 10 ай бұрын

Hey Sonduren 👋🏽, I really really love the RX but the NX was much more my style and size.Agree that they were very similar in nearly every way but the price is where they are nothing alike!!😂 I don't like big cars and the RX isn't really big in any way but the NX just felt right when I sat in it. Like a fitted glove, and the F SPORT fascia was much more aggressive in my opinion. Saved the difference and went with the NX350FSPORT in a gorgeous Ultrasonic Blue Mica 💙 Great video 👏🏾👌🏾

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Great decision and I agree COMPLETELY!

@donaldbanner2185 10 ай бұрын

.............................Hmmmmmmmmmmmm? Boooo! I was with you until you said you went with the 350.....Ouch you Lost the ability to plug in to 120 volt and drive 49 miles...& you LOST....."ADAPTIVE SUSPENSION" Bad decision IMO!

@omendarklight1526 10 ай бұрын

@donaldbanner2185 oooohh so close but wrong, my FSPORT trim does have adaptive suspension. And the rest is history, cuz idk it's my money 😁😂

@denvernn 10 ай бұрын

Either or. Depends if you need the extra space of the RX. To me and maybe its a visual thing, the NX looks to be the size of the 1st gen RX. My folks have the 1st gen RX. Original owner. Still soldering on 23 years later like a Lexus should! Any Lexus is a good Lexus just find one that fits your needs and budget.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Wow that’s epic. 23 years later and still probably running perfect 🤩

@jml9550 10 ай бұрын

Our 15YO RX350 AWD still drives great at almost 160k miles, it just got handed down to my 16YO son as his first vehicle.

@jasdeepshangari 10 ай бұрын

Just picked my 2024 LEXUS NX 350h luxury package this week

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

That’s awesome! What colour combo did you get?!

@jasdeepshangari 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren Nori green pearl with palomina leather

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Stunning combo. We really love the Nori green it’s very unique and stylish. You are going to love it 😊

@jasdeepshangari 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren so far it’s been amazing and it does have the mark levinson system so another fun part 😂

@renantebarroga6154 7 ай бұрын

You forgot to mention that a spare tire can be had on the RX350h and not on the NX350h...and that is really important since I don't like run flat tires. Also, you get a smoother comfortable ride and you don't feel crapped in the front seat with the RX350h and I am a 5 foot 3 inch 130pound asian. The nx350h I find it cramped

@carswithsonduren 7 ай бұрын

Great point! Again just another factor you have to debate on when choosing between this and the RX and the price difference.

@minhkha6143 8 ай бұрын

Can’t wait to pick up my NX350h with the luxury package, which is hard to find with right color combinations in my area. Luckily enough I was able to find one at a Lexus dealership 2 hours away from my city. Now my only gripes are the door handles and gear shift. Going to be a pain in the a** to show people how to use it, especially when bringing it in for service

@carswithsonduren 8 ай бұрын

Honestly, you’re going to enjoy both once you get used to it. Passengers are always going to get confused with the doorhandles though 😂

@Joejoe0913 10 ай бұрын

Just got my NX350h premium white ext and red int. I can’t get RX bc i live at NYC with narrow driveway and short parking spaces.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Congratulations Joe :) You are going to love it. Just hit 16K and we couldn’t be happier!

@mariolajoie578 5 ай бұрын

For Me come back with NX350H. For the last 9 mount i have RX350H but my wife not love enought to BIG. Chang for NX350H receive next week. Before that i have Venza 2021 love it and before venza i haved Rav4 Hybrid XSE2020. In the next future mounth i will make my comment of 4 of them !

@RevLexus 10 ай бұрын

Both great cars, the NX starts just over £43k & the RX £61k for base variants in the UK. so almost a £20,000 difference.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Very interesting I wonder why the big price difference in the UK market?

@rmooremarine 3 ай бұрын

Drove both. NX more agile, easier to park. IF you are a big person RX better choice. Not 280 plus lb? Not 6 plus foot tall? NX is ideal

@carswithsonduren 3 ай бұрын

Yep this sounds right :)

@mikebedford4362 10 ай бұрын

Great review! I’m same, went with an NX450h+ and can’t wait for it to arrive.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Congratulations man! What’s the ETA?

@mikebedford4362 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren Frustratingly I can’t get any half decent indication from the dealer. It’s been on order for nearly 12 months and could be up to 12 months more until I receive it. I get a text confirming it’s not on the production schedule every third day of the month, so my fingers are once again crossed for next week 😬great channel by the way. Really informative and very practical. Keep up the great work and take every opportunity to include things on the NX. I’ve got a few mates and we are all in the same anxious boat!

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

That’s crazy dude I hope you get the text asap and thanks for the compliments man I’ll keep more good videos coming out and thanks for being a subscriber ;)

@mikebedford4362 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren 👍😊

@donaldbanner2185 10 ай бұрын

.................................. Boooooo if you did NOT get the LEXUS NX 450h+ " F " Sport you did Not do your homework as you Do-Not have "ADAPTIVE SUSPENSION"

@ultracamp 5 ай бұрын

No RX in stock. Only thing that I really hate about the NX is no spare tire.

@carlosmohedano 4 ай бұрын

interesting, I'm also on the market for a SUV as we are a family of 4 (2 adults, one 5y and one 8yo) - what made you choose the NX over the X5, maybe even the X3? thank you!

@carswithsonduren 4 ай бұрын

If I was you, I would go with the RX. The extra space is going to be worth it, especially with kids those size and as they grow. I personally like the technology package of the Lexus and the BMWs. I’m not the most fond of for a variety of reasons.

@pocrakaa 3 ай бұрын

X3 is way more quiet and spacious than NX. I was keen on buying NX but after test drives I ended up with X3

@geraltofrivia4968 10 ай бұрын

I need both

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

I need a money tree haha

@jml9550 10 ай бұрын

Yep, wrote a $52k check in April on my wife’s 24 NXH. Now I am waiting for a few more years for Lexus to bring us a 300+ miles EV, my check book is ready if Lexus sells it at $60k. If not, I will buy the next gen ES hybrid to replace my 17 ES350, I can wait since she only has 39k miles in her.

@geraltofrivia4968 10 ай бұрын

What do you do for a living? @@jml9550

@mohammedfaraaz10 27 күн бұрын

The hybrids by Toyota are so smooth! Always go for hybrids guys. It’s not just fuel economy but overall feel. It’s not punchy but smooth. I would still go for RX if I’m planning to buy a used one. In NX you don’t feel like you are driving a SUV. The dashboard gives you a feel like you are driving Hatchback on steroids. RX on the other hand is tall. Gives you that SUV feel and greater visibility.

@carswithsonduren 26 күн бұрын

Totally agree! If we needed the extra space we would’ve went for the RX.

@ma4290 3 ай бұрын

Hi wondering why you did not consider the NX plug in hybrid model? You would get a tax credit as well?

@carswithsonduren 3 ай бұрын

No availability at the time

@Tdzzz450 10 ай бұрын

No kids - NX, Kids - RX

@MrFord-jb1eq 10 ай бұрын

What about 1 kid ? Lol

@Tdzzz450 10 ай бұрын

@@MrFord-jb1eq NX would be ideal, can still drive two of their friends along with gear in the trunk

@MrFord-jb1eq 10 ай бұрын

@@Tdzzz450yea I have an nx 2019 I love it

@jml9550 10 ай бұрын

I have two teenagers and still chose the NXH for my wife, I did not want to write a $64k check on a RXH, $52k was more palatable. Oh my teenage son is already driving and I have a ES350 for longer trips.

@sunnyfawkes5316 5 ай бұрын

@@Tdzzz450 I am wondering about this. I like the size of the NX BUT our son is now 10 and I regularly carpool and drive 2-3 other boys with band instruments. I'm thinking because of that I need to do the RX...

@asadb1990 2 ай бұрын

I just bought a 2020 lexus rx350. Way too much for brand new vehicle. I paid around half for one with like 47k km. It still looks and feels brand new and has the v6 which i wanted over a 4 cyl with turbo.

@theocy1986 Ай бұрын

Likewise. Purchased a used 2021 Rx for 42000 euros. It is a LOT of car for the money

@asadb1990 Ай бұрын

@theocy1986 yeah im usually driving it with barely pressing the pedal and the car just goes very quick. If you actually step on the gas, i cab easily pass someone for a last minute lane change.

@wayneeng7499 10 ай бұрын

Great comparison, glad I went with the NX350H instead of the RX.

@donaldbanner2185 10 ай бұрын

................................... The Lexus 450h+ "F" Sport has a MUCH smoother & Quieter ride than the RX.............PLEASE UNDERSTAND the NX has ONE BIG ISSUE....*"RUN FLAT TIRES! basically a tire within a Tire...making for a HARD ride..because less area to compress air/bumps....NOTE: The VERY first thing I did at the dealer is get credit back for those God Awful tires and *REPLACE them with Michelin's, NIGHT and Day difference! Added MUCH Less Rolling resistance which increases the elec only driving to 49 miles per charge and the gas, although I never use Freak'n gas / in my case Regular where my wife has to use Premium costly gas...Ouch! * Note: get the Lexus NX 450h+ * "F" Sport model*....because you do Not have to run the ICE but rather use Butter smooth and QUIET electric power and it HAS..........."Adaptive Suspension" = it stiffens, on the corners where you need it & Softens on the highway and freeways. My wife has The RX 350....and yes, at first it rode better ..BIG HOWEVER,......Now my Lexus NX 450h+ "F" Sport rides much smoother & Quieter than her car by FAR! & No option to use Ultra quiet Electric only! No Freak'N GAS...expensive / wait in lines at stations adding unnecessary stress & best of all, however I still have the option!

@jml9550 10 ай бұрын

I would buy the 450h+ if the price is more to my budget. I don’t buy cars over $60k and always pay cash. Wrote a $52k on my wife a 24 NX350H in April.

@TungTran-pp3tx 9 ай бұрын

The thing is you will upgrade to a bigger car soon because after the first child, you will have another one within a couple of years. Also, did you look at the resale value between the two?

@carswithsonduren 9 ай бұрын

I did and found no significant arbitrage between the 2.

@jeffli4642 10 ай бұрын

I purchased the NX350 It is good

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Nice what package and color you get?!

@jeffli4642 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren NX350 premium 2024. White.$52000.

@robvanderkruys3140 10 ай бұрын

After driving both, and buying a 500h, YES. It makes a difference which one you buy.

@donaldbanner2185 10 ай бұрын

......................It is a FREAK'n turbo 4 banger....NEVER get a turbo...........Requires Premium dog GAS...Bad move IMO...should have gotten the 450h+ "F" Sport!

@robvanderkruys3140 10 ай бұрын

@@donaldbanner2185 in my area, these don’t exist. I can order one and wait 6 months though I guess lol! And premium gas isn’t too bad considering the economy I’m getting in real life.

@oherroprease207 2 ай бұрын

I was freaking out how expensive he was saying they are until I realized it was maple syrup money 😅

@carswithsonduren 2 ай бұрын

LOL 😂

@donaldbanner2185 10 ай бұрын

................................... The Lexus 450h+ "F" Sport has a MUCH smother & Quieter ride than the RX.............PLEASE UNDERSTAND the NX has ONE BIG ISSUE....*"RUN FLAT TIRES! basically a tire within a Tire...making for a HARD ride..because less area to compress air/bumps....NOTE: The VERY first thing I did at the dealer is get credit back for those God Awful tires and *REPLACE them with Michelin's, NIGHT and Day difference! Added MUCH Less Rolling resistance which increases the elec only driving to 49 miles per charge and the gas, although I never use Freak'n gas / in my case Regular where my wife has to use Premium costly gas...Ouch! * Note: get the Lexus NX 450h+ * "F" Sport model*....because you do Not have to run the ICE but rather use Butter smooth and QUIET electric power and it HAS..........."Adaptive Suspension" = it stiffens, on the corners where you need it & Softens on the highway and freeways. My wife has The RX 350....and yes, at first it rode better ..BIG HOWEVER,......Now my Lexus NX 450h+ "F" Sport rides much smoother & Quieter than her car by FAR!

@MrFord-jb1eq 10 ай бұрын

I like both and both looks nice but the rx is too big for me lol I’ll stick with the nx

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

And the fact for this generation they increased the size of the NX slightly helped out.

@MrFord-jb1eq 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren yea I just got a 2019 nx 300 f sport love the ride just got rid of my 2016 bmw x1 will never buy bmw again love your videos about the Lexus

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Nice man congrats! What’s the thing you hated most about the X1?

@MrFord-jb1eq 10 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren while just the repairs is way more expensive that’s what I hate about it and I also hate that it doesn’t hold its value

@MrFord-jb1eq 10 ай бұрын

Which one you like better the nx or rx ?

@sayarinne8739 6 ай бұрын

It really depends on your figure.

@focibc 4 ай бұрын

The NX is way too small. Glad I went with a 2024 RX500h.

@carswithsonduren 4 ай бұрын

Congratulations man you will love it :)

@focibc 4 ай бұрын

@@carswithsonduren thank you. Love your content and keep up the great work!

@bobfairchild 2 ай бұрын

NX REQUIRES premium gas? RX does NOT. How can you miss that crucial point?

@carswithsonduren 2 ай бұрын

No. NX HYBRID does NOT require premium gas. I’m looking at my owners manual now. Also been driving on 87 regular for a year and over 25,000km no problem.

@iknew8082 8 ай бұрын

These price are too dam hight. I guess i will buy something over this

@terryturner259 7 ай бұрын

Bro stop lying ok about the price because I stay in Florida my neighbor but the new one for 59 out the door for the Rx 350 where you stay they kicking your tail

@user-ck9ml5bh5c 2 ай бұрын

I really liked NX350h . thank you for honest review .

@MrAshtonunderlyne1 5 ай бұрын

boot is same in both i think

@carswithsonduren 5 ай бұрын

RX is about 20% larger

@ericmiller7751 9 ай бұрын

The grille alone is a deal breaker. Team NX!

@You-All-Pokai 3 ай бұрын

NX made in JAPAN, RX made in Canada. Very clear decision.

@carswithsonduren 3 ай бұрын

Actually NX is made in Ontario as well.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

So what do you all think?🤔

@lujiuwang6220 10 ай бұрын

If you will get one more baby onboard I would suggest you go for Lexus TX or GX and skip RX .😄

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

The GX is stunning. They absolutely hit it out of the park with that one. I like the TX, but I LOVE the GX looks wise.

@aneeshprasobhan 10 ай бұрын

I'm broke :(

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

Inflation is doing that to everyone 😢

@mervinprone 8 ай бұрын

RX isn’t $80K. You can get the base model which is already fully loaded, for $60K. Nobody needs a huge display screen or panoramic roof. RX350h shouldn’t even exist. It’s underpowered. If you’re so worried about saving money on gas, don’t get a Lexus. NX is about the size of a RAV4.

@BZ1340 10 ай бұрын

NX Ultra Luxury. Never been so disappointed in a factory sound system.. Mark Levinson upgrade was another 5 grand up. Not worth it for a stereo. I dont want the other crap that came with it. My old 19 QX50 stereo blows the doors off of this thing

@josefernandez2722 10 ай бұрын

So are you saying you did not opt for the ML and instead went with the 2nd option? Well, see if you can upgrade your audio from a sound shop if you are going to keep it.

@BZ1340 10 ай бұрын

@@josefernandez2722 Remember in Canada ML. is. part of a package. Not a stand alone item option.

@donaldbanner2185 10 ай бұрын

Firstly the ML is a 2200.00 added cost Ouch Yes... You have a crap Infinity and you try to compare with a LEXUS says it all!

@badongtagalog5737 9 ай бұрын

And Im sure the transmission of your q50 will also blows earlier while this thing is keep running😂

@mcbnyer 3 ай бұрын

There is more width in the rx vs the nx. RX is more comfortable for that reason but, I went with the NX to save 10k.

@zzhong23 10 ай бұрын

I would take the 2023 RAV4 Prime with a premium package over NX and RX.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

For value for money, absolutely. So if you want that next step up to something a little bit more luxurious, you pay the premium for the Lexus.

@MrJusmobile Ай бұрын

you got robbed or you are working for LEXUS!!! 70,00 for this little thing??? Lol!!

@kansaidan2302 10 ай бұрын

Whenever I look at NX (compared to my RX), I see small and cheap looking. If you're going all-in on LEXUS ... better to get RX, which is more value and comfort than NX at $10K extra.

@carswithsonduren 10 ай бұрын

I agree, and if you are a poor like me who can’t get the RX, you can settle for the NX 😎

@donaldbanner2185 10 ай бұрын

...............................Ouch! The 450 h+ "F" Sport model is Cheap looking????? ...Indeed mine has all Carbon Fiber outside ind inside where there was piano black....Circut Red w/ blackinserts (racy IMO. ) I have red calipers against the gloss Black Mags Black Chrome and the front Fascia LQQK's soooo very much better with the Prowler look of the Functional Black Air intakes against the Atomic Silver gloss black cris cross grill...........I'm thiMk'n you sir have No Taste!