I recently completed a 900 mile round trip in my RX450h+ in HV mode and achieved over 50mpg. Journey mainly on motorways (M64/M6/M55) and fuel calculated on a brim to brim basis) EV range only fluctuated 2 miles. So the 5th Gen 4 cylinder RX ICE is amazingly fuel efficient for such a heavy vehicle.
I got one as a courtesy car when my previous NX450h was in for some recall work.
I too was impressed by the performance, slightly underwhelmed by the interior trim - particularly the seat upholstery - but what I couldn't get over was the lack of a rear wiper! Tried every switch before actually examining the rear of the car to discover there was no wiper!
Think 2018 onwards gives the Android auto capability provided its been upgraded by the dealership as it didn't come as standard on early cars. When I had by NX300h (2018 MY) I actually found the standard sar nav acceptable!
Don't think they do😕
I had a NX450h with a hazel interior so got a set of mats made by carmats4u. They have a huge choice and whilst they didn't have a mat in an exact colour match I got a set made with the binding (True Tan) which is a good match to hazel. Worth looking at their website.
There are a few on Autotrader that are North of the Border with solid roofs. Similarly Lexus Edinburgh have some that don't have the glass roof options.
Agree. Whilst the NX was always comfortable the RX definitely has the edge. Perhaps the longer wheelbase helps whilst I do think that additional padding in the upholstery is evident.
I ran an NX450h+ for two years (and a NX300H for 4 years before that) and never had an issue with the 12v battery even during lickdown when the car barely moved.
Regards the run flat tyres I wasn't a great believer bit did have a puncture at speed on a motorway (nearside rear tyre) and was thankful that I could continue my journey uninterrupted albeit at reduced speed. Called my Lexus dealer (Lexus Edinburgh) en route and was with them one hour later to get the tyre examined. It wasn't repairable as a commercial vehicle tyre valve had penetrated the tyre tread. A new tyre was fitted ex dealer stock and I continued my journey. The tyre wasn't cheap however!
Hi Kev
Needs to be serviced by a Lexus dealer for the 10 yr rolling warranty to be effective as far as I am aware. You should also get a hybrid health check done.
Lexus Edinburgh are superb to deal with. They should be able to give a history of previous services if these were carried out by them or indeed any other Lexus franchised dealer. I assume you have a fully stamped service book?
Car looks great! Happy motoring.
Hi David
I recently ran my RX450h+ exclusively in HV mode for a week and achieved an impressive 55mpg.
Last Sunday I got 54.5 miles in EV mode on a mixed journey of city and motorway driving. The rise in temperatures certainly adds a few miles and is better than when I had my NX450h.
Over my first 3400 miles with the car and calculated on a brim to brim refuelling basis with the cost of electrical recharges converted to the cost of petrol I am getting an overall 70.99mpg.
RX is probably marginally slower in acceleration terms when compared with the NX given its bulk but is still more than adequate when the combined ev/ice kicks in for overtaking manoeuvres. As you say the RX is supremely comfortable.
Have got to say that in the six years that I have been dealing with Lexus Edinburgh the experience has been nothing short of outstanding. Be it for servicing purposes, purchasing another vehicle or taking delivery of a new car the customer care is memorable in a positive way.
Hi James
Premium Plus spec DOESN'T have heated/ cooled rear seats (front only), adaptive suspension, the panoramic roof with electronic blind is an additional charge option (which I have) and DOESN'T have auto park. Yes to all your other questions.