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Great honest review. I just bought one of these and like it very much. Great engine power comfort and very acceptable handling. Mine has Michelin pilot sport 4 suv tyres and they are very sticky. Just sold my LC 500 and of course the RX cannot compare in the handling department, but I didn’t expect it to. Also have had an X5 and I didn’t think it was particularly dynamic and certainly not as comfortable as the RX. If you want performance and handling buy a sports car.
Thanks for your comment! The RX 500h definitely exceeded my expectations-it's a fantastic vehicle. Your insight aligns with my exploration so far. I've been searching for a crossover that combines the qualities of an SUV and a sports car. This led me to the BMW X3 M40i, but now I'm realizing I need more comfort. As you mentioned, the BMW X5 wasn't dynamic enough for me as well. My next option to explore is the Porsche Cayenne. However, I'm starting to think that the best approach might be to have a separate comfy SUV and a dedicated sports car, using each for what they are meant for.
Unfortunately, prices for new cars have skyrocketed. If you're looking for the best RX in the segment, the RX500h is the top choice, though it can cost up to $80K. I never imagined someone would pay this much for a Lexus RX. In my opinion, the RX350h is more about maximizing fuel efficiency in a larger vehicle rather than focusing on acceleration. Ideally, you should be getting RX450h a plug-in hybrid to provide a decent sense of power.
Why reviewers keep saying Lexus owners don't care about getup and go, handling and road feel as if we are amateurs drives with no appreciation for a good car . We want a good handling car with reliability and good gas mileage ,the problem is that this car is not available so we sacrifice everything else for reliability
Thanks for the input. Well such car does exist and it is called Lexus RX500h. It is most expensive Lexus RX but it does handle fairly well with good acceleration and good gas mileage. You can watch me talk about it here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Ett9qBggKB4.htmlsi=TuJNFjw_14etydBI
A great review all but for zero discussion of the crash worthiness of the vehicle. These have still not been independently crash tested and Tesla's in house results from their testing have not been published. And if you refer to the recent article in Elektrek, following a significant frontal collision, you'll see why. This vehicle has virtually no crumple zone. Tesla has nurtured a well deserved reputation for occupant protection, one which they have boasted of, and now this? Why aren't reviewers bringing this to the market's attention? The absence of a progressive crumple zone in a modern vehicle is a major design flaw and one with deadly implications.
Thanks for the input. In my videos I focus on driving dynamics, more specifically on "How does a car feel to drive" by doing more extensive test drive versus what most people would do is 5 minute test drive around dealership block. As for the crumple zone Tesla basically says it exists but in more unconventional way where the under body of the front is designed to break apart redirecting energy away from the occupants. To me also looks like a grey area until it's properly crash tested and confirmed.
I also think once this backlog and hype goes down we will see the real pricing. Also paying for Full-self driving when even basic lane keeping assist is not active is kind of wrong.
The design is a love or hate thing, but even if you hate it you gotta respect the engineering aspect of it. Very unconventional and innovative approach.
Thanks for the comment. I agree on engineering and tech and the whole unique aspect of it. Also after driving it for a day I realized people need to drive it first to give a proper judgement
This is GoPro Hero 12. Honestly not seeing much difference between 11 and 12, as they claimed for 12 to have better battery life, maybe there is but it’s not very noticeable.
This object extended far into the parking lot, both long and wide. The older gentleman inquired whether it was a refrigerator converted into a large truck.
Thank you Your comment highlights which many other reviewers were unable to elaborate or appreciate ..total go kart effect of old model 3 as compared to highland .I will now Test Drive highland before triggering purchase though I already deposited the non refundable 250.
Thanks for stopping by. New Model 3 certainly retained DNA of older Model 3 and you may like the idea of refinement in it. They really added more of a premium feel and toned down steering response just a little.
Bro stop lying to yourself you know what happened to the windshield and it has nothing to do with BMW. Customer inst always right and this shouldn't have even been included in your review. For that you get a thumbs down...
Thanks for sharing your experience. Yes, this is exactly what I did. Basically switched from run-flat tires to regular tires and keeping about 5 psi lower in both front and rear. Someone also suggested that when I made a video discussing run-flat tires. Car feels definitely better now.
I think no SUV Coupé should have running boards. Not a fan of those on the GLE. Items the X6 has that I would want on my GLE are the 4 piston mono block front calipers, Digital Key/key card and an option for a high end audio system. BMW has the Diamond Bowers & Wilkins with 20 speakers (1,475 watts) option and Mercedes only has the base Burmester (13 speakers & 590 watts) on all GLEs and AMG GLE…. I prefer the gauge cluster in the GLE. The gauges in the X6 are too “video game-ish” for my taste.
Thanks for your comment. Yes it's funny how both GLE and X6 have good things to offer but can't be 100% happy with either one. I really like driving dynamics of BMW over GLE, but then GLE 's luxury experience was more elevated for me. Looking at new 2025 BMW X3 that was just announced, I think X5 and X6 will have a major makeover in another 2 years I guess, but I am not 100% sure if I like where BMWs are going with their new design language.
Thanks for the suggestion. Not using it way too often, but still do, otherwise what is the point of sunroof in the car. The key is not to use it when it's very cold temperatures and be gentle with it.
Easy solution is to equip the car with the stock 19 inch wheels instead of the 20 or 21 inch wheels. Ours is comfy on bad roads even with the runflats.
Thanks for the feedback. You guys might have different type of run-flat tires. There are newer gen run-flat tires now which feel more comfy. I made another video on run-flat tires recently. 19 inch certainly give more cushion compare to 20s and especially 21s.
I think both the Mercedes and bmw suv coupes are very nice it’s a matter of preference but for some folks i read on this thread to call the bmw x6 trash is very biased. It is far from trash. I personally think the steering wheel in the Mercedes is super ugly the dash is underwhelming for the price it was just Lackluster to me And cliche. I see a nice suv but I don’t see 130k. I have had my 2024 bmw for about a month and my 2022 lexus rc350 coupe that I love dearly has been parked. I absolutely love my x6. It’s so clean and modern along with luxury. That’s my style I have the same color and interior as on your video and I have every option they had to offer down to massaging seats. The seats are super comfortable and It’s just a smooth ride even with 22 inch rims. I was afraid of that. I love it. To me the Mercedes looks very nice as well but it seems more of vintage old school luxury and x6 seems more of a raunchy muscular feel. It’s a sporty suv just like he said so it’s equally nice in its own way. I love the m sport exhaust. The car is a head turner period. People who aren’t techy are not going to like not having the usual buttons but to me, I love the tech. That was a big part of the reason I bought it. The infotainment. Now cars with too many buttons look dated to me. The ambient lighting is amazing I also have the sky lounge LED panoramic sunroof which lights up as well and looks sooo cool. I don’t have a need for speed in Atlanta however so the tech and styling influenced my choice. A younger driver will possibly like the bmw. That metallic Brooklyn grey was love at first sight. I added the red brake calipers it’s just a beautiful suv and top luxury. You get the best Of both worlds in my book and I will have it for years to come. To the naysayers put it in sports plus mode and ride. You’ll love it
Thanks for the feedback and really giving all the details. I completely agree on the part of a preference. This argument of which is better BMW or Mercedes I think will never end. I am glad you like X6. I mean for many folks BMW will win just because of driving dynamics, but then there is another group of people who care less about driving dynamics and want what Mercedes has to offer and that is very flashy (night club) interior, cool exhaust notes and comfy Air suspension.
Thanks for stopping by. X3 30i with M Sport is essentially the same car as non M Sport. I don't see anything different in the suspension. Based on BMW USA info this is what M Sport offers in X3 30i: Shadowline exterior trim 19" M Y-spoke Bi-color Midnight Grey Wheels Roof rails in High-gloss Shadowline The biggest notice in general between X3 30i and X3 m40i will be engine response, engine notes and firmer suspension on X3 M40i. Also steering feels heavier in X3 m40i. X3 30i M Sport vs non M Sport is all about appearance package. If I were to get X3 30i I would for sure opt for M Sport as it looks much nicer. Also don't forget new 2024 X3 has just been announced, you can review that as well.
Enjoyed your video! Don’t know if you will get this post and will reply before I actually order it!! I had been driving a BMW X3 and I am nervous to switch to a Model Y. Especially because my wife wants to stay with the BMW. I convinced her so far! Cost was one factor on my side. How does a BMWX3 compares to a Tesla long rage RWD Model Y? Am I making a big mistake?
Hi there. Sure, thanks for the feedback. Well Tesla kind of targeted BMW when they were designing Model 3 and Y. I think they succeeded pretty well with Model 3, not sure so much about Model Y in terms of the premium feel and driving dynamics. The biggest thing with this switch would be an EV experience which some people love from day 1 and for many it takes time to adjust and some absolutely hate it. Dynamically BMW X3 to me feels more premium in terms of a drive feel, but from cost perspective you can't beat Model Y. Overall Model Y is a very solid car except for few minor things like sound insulation. My best advise would be to rent it for at least 2-3 days and try to live with the car. Drive around the city, go to your favorite grocery store, drive on your highways, literally try to mimic your daily life - you will have most of your questions answered there. The worst thing you want is to make a switch and 2 days later regret it or if your spouse will not be happy with it. I have been there and that is the reason I started my channel to basically say - rent before you buy. Also be very open minded, like don't have a mindset that you want Tesla to work, just be open to see the goods and the bads, because if you only see the goods, the bads will come few weeks/months later when you have to face them. I think if you want to get into EV experience and test driving Model Y confirms you are ready - then you can make the switch and feel right about it. Hope this helps.
@@100miledrive yes that’s an excellent point. I am 6’3” tall and I’ve driven a stick for decades. While I think it would be a blast, it will be an automatic that I will be getting.
@@rogergant5502 Nice enjoy the car. I will be bringing it back on the channel mostly this summer with a stick shift, just want to immerse in this experience.
Idk anything about BMW’s sunroof design in particular but I did watch this video of a faulty Toyota sunroof. The amount of work they have to do to fix it is literally insane 😂 (they have to take apart the entire interior). I have no idea how relevant that is to your situation but sunroofs are overly complicated to say the least. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-7HyuriUhTSo.htmlsi=OXx1u9kbSBpFAgQc
Hey, thanks for stopping by and sharing that link. I did watch that video and quite frankly was shocked to see what it took to replace a simple seal on the sunroof. I hope in BMW that was not the case, but not sure since they also took a long time to work on it.
Got puncture in middle of nowhere .. imagine I didn’t have run flats , I drive 100 miles home with no issues at all, that’s a compromise to make. Even Mercedes has started using run flats and range rovers ..
thanks for sharing. I recently made a newer video on run-flat tires, where basically I stated that as long as run-flats don't impact driving experience they are fine. But in my case run-flat tires created a jittery ride especially for passengers and it could not be tolerated. Since you brought up Mercedes, their higher lines like GLE AMG also use regular tires. Brands like Porsche do not use run-flats at all in any of their vehicles. BMW does not use run-flats on all EVs. So it really depends.
Honestly I didn't know and asked Gemini AI and here is what it found: Engine Type: The RX 450h uses a 3.5L V6 gasoline engine in combination with electric motors. Higher Compression Ratio: This V6 engine likely has a higher compression ratio than engines designed for regular gas (87 octane). Higher compression engines require higher octane fuel to prevent knocking (pre-ignition of the fuel).
@@100miledrive it either has a high compression motor (for no obvious reason) or it’s a mistake and it should take the same regular octane as the other V6 RX motors.
I had my windshield dinged twice and both times had it replaced free since the state i live in $0 deductible glass replacement is no cost to the insured. Both times I had a BMW windshield put in. However, back to you wind noise problem, I have it too and it's very very annoying. Even though my sunroof displays the root cause (shrunken weatherstripping), The dealer says my windshield was not installed improperly. So they blame it on that and won't fix the sunroof. This not my first time trying to get warranty service from BMW. BMW sure has many excuses though but not enough fixes for real problems.
Thanks for sharing your experience. It is very cool to have $0 deductible for windshield replacement and not worry about paying for it. I did cover my replacement experience in the video on 10k miles ownership experience, and also talked about sunroof repair which is finally resolved. If you can’t get smth resolved by BMW dealer try going through BMW corporate, they were very helpful at least for me
I am 6'3 270lbs 34" inseam. I dont have enough headroom in the RF I do have a 2023 Soft top GT and I fit most of the time. Most of the time because my head touches the soft top when I get in but as the seat wears in during the ride I get a nice gap. Looking forward to the seat wearing in as I daily it. I share the car with a shorter driver, otherwise I would invest in a seat lowering kit. I also got the AT since the wife refused to learn MT. I would prefer the MT but its better to have an automatic Miata than a manual something else.
Thanks for sharing. Good to know about seat lowering kits. I know how badly taller people want to fit in this car, cause we don’t want to miss out on this joyful experience. It is a fantastic sports car with an open air experience. I haven’t tried soft top, but I like the looks of RF so much.
Thanks for stopping by. I drove X5 and X6 on same 22s on this channel and the ride was equally smooth. In my finding 21 inch is the sweetest spot for the wheel size. They still look good but your tires will last longer. With 22s after about 15K miles you will start hearing tire noise. Another huge thing with 22s is you can break a wheel much easier, even BMW says you should slow down on roads with imperfections, so 22s really mostly for the looks than being practical. Hope this helps.
4:15 You are talking facts, I absolutely agree. BMW is absolutely TRASH after 2021 JUST for the interior, it is appauling, and the ergonomics is disguting with no climate control buttons and everything being put into damn apps. Thye need to fire whoever done that nonsense.
Thanks for the feedback. As much as I love BMWs and I am thankful their driving dynamics are not impacted, but interior doesn't look exciting with this new screen. It doesn't have an emotional appeal, It is being blended with electric cars and it's very sad.
Thanks for the feedback. I was kind of building the whole story on X5 then GLE 53 AMG and then driving X6, so it may come up as a bit confusing if you watched only this video as I try to also explain how X6 is different form X5 a well. I suggest to watch 2nd video on X6 and at the end I give my final opinion on X6 vs GLE. If you haven't seen that then you may be surprised on what I said there at the end.
Yep you got it right around $130K for the base 911. I think Porsche prices are increasing at a faster pace than inflation. For $130K maybe you can also consider a slightly used 911 with less than 10K miles but with more options. I highly recommend Chrono package as it gives Sport+ mode which is 100% worth it. Other than that - Base 911 is almost a track car - it is very sharp, super responsive, feels like almost doesn't have suspension :) and plenty fast.
Thanks for stopping by. I was specifically looking for a tiny dashcam which is front only, however they have a bigger camera with a lot more features and a rear camera. You can check it out as well: amzn.to/3VIhJOz
Honestly I wasn't sure about this and checked online. Here is the answer I got: Yes, all 2024 Tesla Model Y vehicles, regardless of location (Fremont or Giga Texas), use gigacastings for the rear underbody. This means the rear structure is likely made of two large cast pieces instead of many smaller welded parts.
Absolutely. Also it gives a distinct character to the vehicle. Certain buttons like Drive Modes, climate control on/off switches should be there. I like what approach Mercedes picked for this.
Interesting review, I have an X5 40i now but picking up an X3 M40i on Monday, so thanks for the comparison, I think as a keen driver I have made the right move.
glad u got it fixed man. sad that it had to take the amount of effort u took to have it taken care of, but glad regardless. i (knock on wood) have not noticed it in mine. my trunk at times closes real loud at times! been meaning to duplicate it when i take it in for oil changes but of course, it behaves when i’m there 😂
you think so :) I am actually OK with i3. I really like that it is all carbon fiber and quite unique approach, but yes the looks are also controversial.
Hmm. Thanks for sharing. Electric cars certainly lack some of the aspects that gas cars have which make them very exciting, but they do have their own space, espectially for commuting
Finally! Great news! 👏 You did a great job! Most likely first few times they did not even try to find out a correct way to solve that sunroof’s problem👍
