TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLANDER INSTEAD? 2025 LEXUS TX 500H REVIEW AND BUYING GUIDE

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The 2025 Lexus TX 500h F SPORT Performance is a competent, comfortable, and quiet three-row luxury crossover, particularly praised for its refined hybrid powertrain and exceptional Mark Levinson sound system. However, the reviewer finds it significantly compromised by its high price point, especially when compared to its Toyota Grand Highlander sibling. Key criticisms include a flimsy and creaky dashboard, a lack of physical climate controls, a confusing touchscreen interface for drive modes, and a disappointing six-seat configuration in the hybrid model. While the powertrain is lauded for its smoothness and power, the reviewer feels the F SPORT trim doesn't deliver a truly sporty driving experience, with excessive body roll at the limit and a steering feel that transmits too many road imperfections. Ultimately, the vehicle is deemed a "solid buy" at best, but its value proposition is severely undermined by the existence of the similarly equipped, more functional, and significantly cheaper Toyota Grand Highlander, making the Lexus badge the primary differentiator for a substantial price increase.