Rx450H Satnav Map Updates

[sp1ke]

Hi

We're looking to buy a 59 plate Rx450h & just making some enquiries about how the satnav maps can be updated.

I've looked at http://www.lexus-mapupdates.eu/ but they don't seem to offer anything for the RX450. From a few initial inquiries it seems the navigation is now hard drive based & new maps are released every November. The Lexus service/parts department have quoted around £250inc vat to update the maps each year which includes 30 min's labour at £60+vat.

This seems extortionately expensive, so I was wondering if it is possible to get the updates from another source eg direct from navteq or whoever the supplier is? & if its possible to DIY the update to avoid the labour charges.

thanks in advance

S.

[bogeyBogeybogey]

Just noticed your post and I have the very same question myself.

Be grateful for any help or adice.

[Beejay]

I used http://www.satnavi.com/lexus.php for my aged 55 Rx400h. Map Man was v.quick - next day delivery.

He lists the 2012 DVD as being suitable for the 450h and yesterday I did a 300 mile out and return in the fog/mist across Surrey Essex Suffolk

and it was spot on. Finding the Sat Nav DVD player alongside the tool kit was fun. I thought the 450h had a hard drive setup? Thus allowing Lexus more control.....