Lexus reliability once again top of the chart

[Charlie1797]

[Scotlex]

Sounds great 😀

Hope this continues now that I have bought one 😀

[Spacewagon52]

I am surprised the Mk3 RX beat the Mk1 NX for reliability - interesting.

[RONNIE W HODGEKINSON]

1 hour ago, Scotlex said:

Sounds great 😀

Hope this continues now that I have bought one 😀

Brilliant..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Illogan]

3 hours ago, Charlie1797 said:

It's even better when you and I pilot Mk3 RX's!

They ARE great cars

[Spottedlaurel]

Ditto! I'm happy to be looking to keep my Mk3 for another 4-5 years, or longer. It feels like they are at the sweet spot between clever levels of technology in terms of how the hybrid system works, but with a simple user interface (and no Canbus theft issues as a bonus).

[Russell Wheeler]

Mine's 17 years old, never any problems. Always starts and runs. Yes MOT time can get expensive with worn rubber components - but it is 100% dependable

[b4u2]

On 9/16/2023 at 9:06 AM, Charlie1797 said:

It doesn't surprise me !

[b4u2]

@Russell Wheeler

Have you had it since new for 17 years?

[Scotlex]

On 9/18/2023 at 9:50 PM, Russell Wheeler said:

Mine's 17 years old, never any problems. Always starts and runs. Yes MOT time can get expensive with worn rubber components - but it is 100% dependable

17 years old is great. Probably the most "environmentally friendly" way to own a car.

I think some of the older cars were "built to last" and just run for ever 😀

[Barry14UK]

Time will tell how durable the 4 cylinder engine and set up is in the latest iteration of the RX but I have my doubts as to whether it will match the less stressed V6.  Yes, the satnav is poor and the gear change lever is clunky in operation but I find it very comfortable and will be happy to keep mine for a few years.  The fact that it is so reliable confirms my choice.

I might take a look at EVs in a few years time when Lexus produce an equivalent with the solid state Battery but there are other aspects to consider as appropriate at the time.

Interestingly, it looks like the UK Government intend to extend ICE sales until 2035 but car makers will no doubt consider markets beyond the UK when deciding whether to do a face lift to existing models.

[Russell Wheeler]

On 9/19/2023 at 6:33 PM, b4u2 said:

@Russell Wheeler

Have you had it since new for 17 years?

It's been in the family  since 2009 - my Dad purchased it at 3 years old with 90k on the Clock for 15K. Seems like a bargain now. I inherited it 3 years ago

[Lydiamight]

Not totally reliable----I had to replace the original 12 volt Battery  in my Rx400h after fifteen years of use. But then I suppose Lexus don't actually meake the batteries so they are excused

[stringbender]

17 hours ago, Lydiamight said:

Not totally reliable----I had to replace the original 12 volt battery  in my Rx400h after fifteen years of use. 

The Panasonic 12 volt Battery on my 05 RX300 lasted over 14.5 years but must have been made and fitted at least a year easier in Japan. 

The tiny thing on my 450h is ready struggling after 4 years !