LEXUS GOES ALL-IN ON TURBOS AND HYBRIDS | 2023 LEXUS RX 350 FIRST DRIVE

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The 2023 Lexus RX 350 marks a significant evolution for the brand's best-selling model, introducing a new design language and a completely revamped powertrain lineup, notably dropping the V6 in favor of a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. While this new engine offers more torque, reviewers note it's less refined than the outgoing V6. The interior receives a modern update with a large 14-inch touchscreen standard on most trims, though the instrument cluster remains surprisingly small. Lexus prioritizes comfort and a quiet ride, making it an excellent highway cruiser, though it doesn't aim to be a "canyon carver." The F Sport Handling trim offers a sportier feel with adaptive suspension and rear-wheel steering on the 500h variant, but the core mission remains comfort. A notable omission is the lack of a three-row option, with Lexus hinting at a future dedicated model. Despite some polarizing styling choices and a less refined base engine, the RX continues to be an easy-to-live-with, comfortable, and quiet luxury crossover, though its true value proposition remains to be seen without pricing information.