2023 LEXUS RX TURBO HYBRID REVIEW

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The 2023 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance represents a significant departure from Lexus's traditional image, offering a tech-packed and surprisingly sporty experience. The reviewer highlights the "incredible looking interior" and the "punchy" turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid engine, which delivers a combined 273kW and impressive straight-line acceleration, achieving 0-100km/h in 6.2 seconds. The new infotainment system is a major upgrade from previous generations, featuring a responsive 14-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, complemented by a superb Mark Levinson sound system. The ride quality is praised for its balance of comfort and control, even on rough roads, and the advanced driver-assistance systems, particularly the lane-centering assist, are deemed "top notch." However, the reviewer notes that while sporty for a Lexus, it doesn't quite match the dynamic prowess of German competitors like the BMW X3 or X5. Fuel economy is also a point of concern, with the real-world average significantly higher than the claimed figure. The reviewer suggests that for those prioritizing fuel efficiency, a lower-spec naturally aspirated hybrid model might be a better choice, while the RX500h is for those who want to "flex and have something that goes a bit quicker."