My mom is on her 3rd RX. In 23 years of buying them, she's never had a single issue, but all 4 of the Audis I've owned in the last 7 yrs have either needed a major repair included but not limited to (new turbos,supercharger or new engine) & it didn't matter if they were new or used. Needless to say when I switched to Lexus a little while ago I still find myself a little schocked but very relieved every morning when I start it up & nothing goes wrong.
Same. Our family currently have 3x Lexus, RX, and 2x NX. The one NX had a fuel pump failure, well known Toyota problem that was recalled, just don’t know why this model (2016) wasn’t recalled while all the others did, the pump cost quite a bit of money spending over $2500 (Mandela land). Never had any issues with the other two in the last 7-8 years, just regular maintenance. My own Volvo xc90 D5 SPA on the other hand, something goes wrong every 5-6 months, warranty has spent over $20k in repairs, new twin turbo, egr, alternator, oil leak, some parts for transmission, infotainment, seats, and many more…. Doesn’t even drive as nice as the Lexus.
Rear wheel drive & V8 what's not to like. Euro cars are for a good time , not a long time. The youngest guy at the Lexus plant has been there 20 + years.
@@daweigo6851 True. We are a car dealer mainly for Audi and 3 of our 10 new Audi Q3 had major issues within the first 5000km. One gearbox was replaced, the other one was in the workshop for 10 weeks until they got the solution. The third one I can’t remember anymore.
@@TheInternationalist would not go quite that far, drive BMW M and it has only had a couple inexpensive self repairs. That is not the issue, the issue is figuring out the problem, but now have that wired, performance in uncomparible, but for an SUVmuch better from Lexus IMO Love the 330 hp on occasion
I have now owned a 2023 NX350h sports luxury for just over 3 months now and my driving style is like I stole it. Hybrid is amazing and quick despite the CVT. The infotainment now has a 14 inch (yes it's massive) touch screen instead of the track pad thank gawd. Tan interior and full size sunroof. All in all, this thing is bulletproof.
I always describe my NX as a RAV4 in a pretty dress. Don't see why that's often seen a negative? All the reliability of a RAV, but nicer. My 2017 has 100k now and anyone who gets in it thinks it's brand new still. Also, shout out to Lexus sales and customer service. I'm a fairly "common" looking guy, and at no point have i ever experienced pretentiousness or felt judged by them.
Scott, do you still have the '17 NX, and how many miles now? My mom has a 2020 NX 300 luxury with only 20,000 miles. Mechanics say turbo engines won't last as long, but hopefully you get 300,000 or more miles outta yours!
After owning 5 Mercedes .. S55AMG, SL550, ML350, C300, C250.. it was all fun when leased then decided to buy the s class… nothing but problem.. my wife stranded on side of road with 100k miles… we went straight to Lexus dealer on a Tuesday and leased the 2018 NX .. during pandemic time to return.. no thanks; Best Car purchase ever!! It has every feature at BMW/Benz offers without the problems. It’s grown on us 💯 she loves the car!!
Lexus infotainment is an absolute nightmare initially but after a while you get used to it. Believe it or not after having the car for a while you actually prefer it over touch screens.
i personally hate the ghetto computer mouse system on the previous gen its so clunky and annoying to use. Appreciate the analogue clock though, I hate clocks that are hidden inside the infotainment screen or the gauge cluster i just want a big easy to find clock near the climate controls just like every other car
I love the joystick system that's in my 2016 Lexus GS450h. No fat fingers on the display, it doesn't look like some ghetto trash glued an iPad to the dash, and the menus are much more comprehensive than in the current system Lexus uses. After driving a UX250h as a loaner car twice, I still haven't found the setting to turn off dual zone climate control in it. And it requires some stupid user account in order to use the satnav. Stupid car journalists kept complaining about the joystick, but it's better than a touch screen if you have fingers with nerves in them.
Our base model was bought during Covid for $61k drive away. After 50k kms it’s been the best car purchase ever. Moved from a MB to this & never going back. Likely to hand the car over to our daughter in 4 yrs time as this will be the perfect first car. Nice review btw.
@@stinkydice7100 the 2gr-fse in my car and I believe in all 2gr engines have direct AND port injection, thus no carbon build up issues with these engines.
We have a 2021 NX300 F sport with 30 K. This my wife’s car. I had a 2022 RX350 F Sport. We prefer driving the NX so we sold the NX after 12 months. We are now retired and mostly cope with just the single vehicle I do prefer driving with the Sports + modes selected, as the car is much more responsive, especially the steering. The heated front seats are ideal for geriatric hamstrings. The seats are very comfortable. We have got used to the trackpad. We need to consult the manual frequently, and find the deep dive videos by a lady in Texas (I think) very helpful in explaining the myriad of features, and how to configure them. We drove a number Volvos over the years, several 240s, two 740s, and 2 940s. They were serviced regularly, and handed down to family at around 250 K. Safe, comfortable, reliable and good value with the Volvos, and we expect the same with our Lexus NX 300 F Sports.
I just purchased one too a 2017 Lexus NX200t and I agree with you the seats are the most comfortable seats I’ve ever sat on. The interior design is elegant and stunning.
Oh well, sold on the idea, did the test drive and bought a used NX this afternoon with 50,000 kms, yes, feels premium, very comfortable, I’ll comment later to share the experience. Good video.
Heh, I bought a NX300h today, and it's amazing. Yes, after 100kkm/h the engine grumbles like an ogre - if you're heavy on the pedal - but me and my wife couldn't get over the fact of how silent it was in the car with the stereo off. It's a really fantastic thing and if safety, comfort and reliability is what you want, then look no further. In city traffic this thing is no slouch, it's not violently fast, but it's quite surprising. The engine + gearbox - smooth as butter. That eCVT does make the engine noisy at times, but trust me, you couldn't care less after you experience the luxury and the attention to details in this thing.. It's that good. Thanks a lot for the great review, it helped in purchasing this car. Peace!
I bought a 2016 nx300h with very low mileage for the year. As soon as I saw it I wanted it. The inside is absolutely stunningly gorgeous. Everyone I get in it it makes me smile. It gets an annual service and it has never needed anything. The only thing I’ve replaced is the front wipers. That’s it. I just love the car. I would say it feels like it could do with another gear as it gets noisy when putting your foot down but that’s a minor complaint. My only other beef is the infotainment system which is totally shit. It’s the sat Nav that lets it down What were they thinking of? I’m going to put an after market system in . Google maps is far better. A side issue is the manual. It misses a lot of stuff but I usually find what I want on the internet. I’ll run this car into the ground. It’s a keeper. Will I buy another. YES YES YES.
It’s sad that a) these Euros that often drive phenomenally haven’t figured out a way to make their drivetrains as reliable as this and b) that at least in the Australian market, we’re stuck with Lexus as the sole reliable Japanese luxury marque. Genesis looks promising off the back of Hyundai’s success, but I’d be much more keen to drive a luxury Mazda or Honda (Acura) than a soft sprung, one gen behind interior Toyota.
yep, my mum got bitten HARD by a brand new lemon GLC250d that wouldnt start 1 year in with equally horrible customer service and is now a full lexus convert
There is no contest here at all!! Just go right ahead & buy the Lexus any day of the week. As a mechanic in Melbourne this thing trumps anything the euros in every single way possible!! If you value your money this is what you would buy. Only a complete badge snob would buy a euro SUV ahead of this.
I have a 2018 Lexus NX300 F sport. Seems that my lock actuator on the driver’s door is starting to go out. But, it is six years old and this hasn’t been unusual for Toyota products that I’ve owned. Otherwise it still looks and feels brand new nearly seven years after manufacture. Drives perfect, IS perfect for me. He’s correct about the seats. I can barely stand sitting in any other car’s seats at this point because this car is SO comfortable! I totally recommend!
I stick to Lexus since 2003 gone through 8 currently owned 2 RX450H and my baby NX300H they’re the king or reliability, durability and pure comfort. A poor man Royce Rolls❤️
I live in the USA. I just leased a 2024 NX 350AWD. Fantastic car. While I respect it’s German competitors. For my hard earned money there’s no better SUV currently on the market. He’s exactly right the interior materials and ride are top notch. I’ll also add the transmission made in Japan is top notch in terms of its smoothness and precision. Bottom line if you want a quality vehicle that’s a great value for your money you can go wrong with a Lexus NX
👍 great video thanks - note: in Europe these are difficult to find second hand (and expensive when you can), because they are so reliable that people don't chop and change them (like they do with Range Rover / Land Rover products)
i remember seeing this exact one in the showroom, i was considering to buy the exact one in the review but didn't have the cash yet and didnt like the red interior, ended up getting an f sport. This one in the review was fully decked out, remembered that it had all the enhancement packs and all of the features. Kind of regret not getting this car, was cheaper than the f sport as well, packed with so many more useful features.
I think when it comes to cars we buy what we like, with the car I last bought I should have bought something like a Corolla or i30 because it would have been reliable and almost never gone wrong through they feel like appliances instead, I bought a Golf because I like Golfs and it just feels special compared to the Japanese and South Korean competition.
I boughty my NX 200t F sport back in 2017, must say it is a fantastic car the only problem I have is, it tends to get a bit thirsty ⛽ when you are heavy on the pedal. The only mechanical issues i faced was it needed a new battery after 160 000kms and new shocks
steering wheel texture and shine.... magic sponge and a little water removed the oils on the leather back to the original mat finish. Makes the wheel feel like new!
Magic sponges are essentially a very fine scotch brite pad (ie they sand down surfaces, especially if you're not careful). I do agree that a mirror finish on someones steering wheel is one of the most vile things
Yeah ReDriven always love your reviews, with these Lexus I just wish they were a little higher off the ground. I know that’s a pretty weak complaint but I’ve come from driving the old Pajero and love being able to see around the traffic. Otherwise, they look great.
I mean this is more of a regular medium SUV like an Outlander/RAV4 that’s more car-like than an off-road focussed Pajero/Prado, so it’s understandable.
Still to this day I talk to people who think that brands like BMW and Mercedes are top quality and clearly they have no idea what they're talking about. It all comes down to advertising and status symbol. On the other hand ask mechanics about these brand's quality and they start laughing
I want a second hand LS. My Audi A4 diesel Quattro s now 9 years old this year 68k and zero issues. Serviced every year regardless of kms. I’m that dude that still prefers a sedan.
10:22 so bloody true. ReDriven keeping it real as always. Love your work. Actually, if you wanted to have a go at car review wierd stuff, you should do a segment on trying to fit a water dispenser bottle into door pockets...
Got the Lexus NX 300H 2016 model from new absolute dream machine - regularly maintained by Lexus only, never had any issues with it., will never sell it either.
Great Video! Test drove a 2021 NX300h in the US today. The 2021 X3 I drove last week was awesome but $6000 more and you German with German priced service. So the NX doesn’t have a “live cockpit pro” or rear seat a/c or a panorama roof. This one does have a sunroof, and a sweet and better sounding JBL stereo with only 8 speakers va BMW 12 speakers. My Mercedes was totaled last week, sadly, but moving forward with NX 300h. I put money down to hold it! This video helped affirm my decision!
been looking for your opinions on this for a while! as a 19 and 21 owner (f sports, gas/petrol, Canadian!) fit and finish are absolutely stuperb. performance is actually up a good bit for the 21 from the 19 due to some updated engine mapping (as per what i was told) and 93 premium fuel. it does ask you if it needs to go when you floor it, but it goes after asking. suspension is on the firmer side, but i appreciate the confidence if i need to punch a corner. interior is done really well since i enjoy tactile buttons. infotainment took a second to get used to, but easy once you take a second to learn it. the sound system is a massive upgrade over the standard sound package. though i would love a smidge more trunk space, its only on those days where my family travels. its also helped while i was in a splint after surgery, so i can attest to front passenger space.
I'm looking to buy a Lexus nx300 and your video most definitely got me more excited 😊 I have been driving a Toyota solara convertible for 13 years and still running good but its time for rest. You are a delight to watch.....awesome video 👍thank you
I’m in the UK , I’ve had 3 RXs and 2 NXs they are bulletproof , plus every time it’s serviced by a main dealer you get another years warranty up to 10 years or 100k miles.
I very much considered an NX a few years old but after spending 10 minutes using that trackpad I ruled it out completely, it was horrific. I tried the mouse type controller in some other older Lexus and that was doable, but the trackpad no freaking way. So a far better buy will be in a couple of years getting a nice preloved 2022 or 2023 NX with the touchscreen. Presuming you like the NX that is.
no issues using CarPlay, I use Siri for 75 % of things, and use the trackpad to swap between apps. Can't complain. My screen is never fingerprint dirty.
@@aussie8114hi, I am thinking about getting a 2022 cx-5 or a used Lexus. I was advised not to get a cx-5 because of reliability, do you have any suggestions?
@@Chawklitbabe There are no reliability problems with the CX-5. It’s one of the most popular mid size SUVs in the world. Any car can have problems though. I’m happy with my CX-5. If you get a CX-5 try to get the year model that has wireless CarPlay rather than wired. In Australia that’s the 2023 year model. Here 2024 year model has touchscreen while using CarPlay though I don’t mind using the command dial in the 2023 year model. The turbo has lots of zoom zoom so a non turbo might be very adequate but I haven’t compared the two. Test drive one and see if it feels comfortable, see if seats suit you. Front A pillars are chunky and I find myself having to look around them sometimes.
Received my Wipertech wiper blade kit for 4th gen Pajero.. I am actually very happy with them, I would definitely rate them higher than the Bosch aerotwin blades.. Just a matter of how long they last...👍👍
If you think wipertechs are good….just wait and see what you think of Rain X Silicone Enduras. They literally work for yeaaaars in the Aussie sun. I replaced my wipertechs with them and they’ve lasted way longer than wipertech.
@@ReDriven Hey guys, when you find a good example, do you think you could review a MK4 Mondeo, preferrably XR5 or Titanium Spec? I've been thinking about them for a bit and there isn't any real up to date reviews on them. Thanks
Hi Adam. Love your reviews. I have a 2019 Skoda Kodiaq sportline. If your looking to review one. And the car had a huge accident before I bought it. All fixed now. I’m in the Blue Mountains.
NX is the great car. Maybe it is not so proportional appealing as RX. But reliability is great, material quality is good, interior is fine and soft. In Europe existed NX200 with 2.0 naturally aspirated engine and those one is not enough powerful. Sport seats are a little bit tight for me and fake leather in base models is disappointing. But in other aspects NX is a good choice in its segment. The only issue I can remember - peeling apart glass on the center scream, and for some time it was not available as separate part, but now you can change only the glass. And believe me, I have been Lexus service advisor for 11 years.
I live in Europe. Owned an Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen. Very nice when new. But they draw you bankaccount after around 6 years. Small engines with turbo are normal these days. I Didn’t like this kind of marriage with these brands anymore so I dicided ‘ to divorce’. Driving currently a 2017 nx 300h F sport. It is the best car I have ever had! I love it for what it is…
Fully agree with the video! I'm stoked I Just got a Lexus RC350, have totally lost faith with German cars now.. these are the reviews more people need to be watching before buying cars! I've had a Audi A5 ($20k+ mechanical costs in the last 1.5yrs alone, parts at trade prices too) BMW M335 (last bill was $3.5k), VW Tiguan (last bill was $4.6k) Civic type R (servicing, brakes replaced, that's it) I have way more fun driving a reliable performance jap car knowing it's limits can be pushed repeatedly
Could not get one and six dealers said it would be up to a year before I could get close to the trim that I wanted in the NX350h hybrid. The RX350h was the same. Luckily I obtained an ES300h Ultra Luxury with additional options in mid April. GLTA if you want an NX or RX hybrid, you will have to pay to get on a list and wait!
Hi guys. Great review. I had my Nx for 4 years - great car. Zero problems. Like Adam said - if you want a reliable premium mid sized suv you can’t go wrong. Looked at a new NX last year - very nice. But wanted a change. Gone to a Genesis GV 60 (Electric) Even better than the Lexus. 17k and 9 months so far - zero issues too.
I dont think its better than lexus. Lucky for you dont have problems yet. But very soon you will. So many issues with genesis. Theres even a lawsuit on gv70
Good luck with your Genesis! You’ll certainly need it. Especially with it being an electric. You should’ve kept the Lexus, or at least bought another one.
You ask why we don't consider the NX over the X3, Q5 etc. Basically, as you have described it only comes with a 2L engine and it is not a sports SUV in anyway; so just fine if you just want to cruise around without raising your heart rate in anyway. The BMW's and Audi's and Mercedes all come with turbo 6 and even 8-cylinder options. Also, there are diesel options.
I live in the east in Sydney, trust me all that matters is the badge, could have a Datsun 120y motor and would not matter, as long as has German badge😅
Swapped my 2013 A3 for a very low km (68k km) 2015 NX. Best decision ever. The Audi cost me R50k in 8 months. It something new was breaking every week.
Had my NX200t since 2017 on 83k km and not a single issue, traded in for a alphard 3.5 4wd due to new member in family ☺️, only issue with NX is how small the boot is
I bought Wipertech blades cos they sponsor you. I'm very happy with them so far. Hopefully they survive in the sub - if so they've got a customer for life.
Men should have no problem operating a mousepad with their “left hand” 😅😅😅 You’re absolutely right about Lexus seats though. Most comfortable in any car on sale today
Australia is relatively a very affluent country.. I think people are happy to continually do novated leases on new euro cars and net the badge prestige and tech rather than buy more reliable but conservative stuff like Lexus. The brand performs pretty poorly here compared to the US and Japan. I'm glad they are still here though because they are such great used cars.
I was looking at used 2015 RX350s for my daughters first car, safe, reliable and somewhat economical. Then started looking at 2016s, for the newer design.. NOW, im looking at NX300s from 2018?
Lexus every time, although even Toyota and Lexus are using a lot of plastic parts in the engine bay. We have a 2015 IS300h, the only thing to fail was a spark plug. We also (like a lot of other people) had to change the 12v battery during lockdown. If you want to be a boy racer, buy a German Car. You'll see your dealer quite often.
