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The tire fitter made no comments about fitting two tires from different manufacturers on the same axle. From what I understand providing your new tyre is to the same specification as the one that it replacing for example : size/speed rating/ loading and either rated as summer or all seasons, it should not be a problem. It is not recommended to mix run-flat tires with conventional tires as they have different characteristics.

Over the weekend we decided to visit Newbury, I parked my vehicle in a small car park a little way from the Town centre, the surface of the car park was quite rough and consisted of a mixture of hard soil and very course shingle. After shopping we returned to the car, I switched on the ignition and noticed that there was a warning light on the dashboard indicating low tire pressure on the N/S/R. I inspected the tire and noticed that there was a screw/ nail lodged within the tire. I proceeded home(30miles) on my deflated run- flat trying not to exceed 50MPH, to be honest I did not really notice a great change in the vehicle stability whilst driving. When we arrived home and I inspected the tire again, I was quite amazed how the good the sidewall of the tire looked after travelling that distance without air. The screw had penetrated the tire quite close to the sidewall so I thought that it would be better to replace the tire. Kwik Fit refuses to repair run flat tires as they cannot guarantee the condition of the sidewalls if the tire has been driven without air for any distance. I managed to locate a tire through a company called 'Black Circles', the tire that I have chosen was a Michelin Primacy 4 Zero Pressure 225/50 R18 V 95. I have chosen this tire because it offers less road noise (69db) compared to my noisy Bridgestone tires. I ordered the tire(3 days for delivery) the tire was sent to my local tire fitting company. I took the my vehicle to the the tire company to have the new tire fitted, unfortunately the tire fitter damaged the tire pressure sensor during the removal of the old tire. They did not have a spare sensor in stock but ordered one for delivery the following day. The following day I returned to the tire garage, they fitted and calibrated the sensor to match my vehicle. The fitter informed that the tire pressure warning light would go away after driving the vehicle for several miles, unfortunately the warning light remained illuminated. I referred to the Lexus owners manual, within the manual is a section that informs you about tire sensor replacement. Apparantley when you have a new tire sensor fitted to your vehicle you have to register the ID code, this is done via the multi function display on the dashboard, firstly you enter into vehicle settings menu and scroll through to TPMS and them press 'change wheel set'. After this has been completed you drive a few miles and then all the TPWS sensors are reset. This worked for me, no more warning signs! The problem with most modern cars is that are rammed with all kinds of electronic wizardry, and it is sometimes very difficult for a person of my age to fully understand it, particularly if there is a fault. On the positive side of this it was thanks to my TPWS which alerted me that my N/S/R tire had no pressure. I must say that I was very impressed with how the run flat tire got me home safely, not sure about injecting gooey stuff of foam in a non run-flat. I am prepared to sacrifice a slightly harsher ride/ road noise and have decided that I will stay with run-flat tires long term.

Assuming that your cars engine and hybrid battery are good order, you should be able to achieve higher MPG figures. When I am driving my vehicle I always keep the vehicle in the default setting which is drive, I have never used eco mode. I always keep the HVAC controls in the auto mode. During my journeys I try to make use of the battery regeneration by taking my foot of the accelerator when safe to do so, very useful when descending a hill. When approaching red traffic lights or stationary vehicles I avoid rapid breaking, by applying the brake pedal gently it helps to regenerate the battery. On motorways I use cruise control, I normally cruise at about 65MPH, I avoid rapid acceleration. This all may seem a little boring, but by carrying out these simple procedures I get enjoyment out of seeing my MPG readings increase significantly.

I previously owned a Lexus RX450h (fourth generation) which was an absolutely wonderful car in every respect. The car was very refined, very comfortable and easy to drive, and considering the size of the vehicle was quite economical. There are only two of us in the household and we are both in our late sixties, the main problem with the RX 450H was parking as it quite a large car. We both made a decision to downsize, so we visited the local dealership and went for a test drive in a UX250H sport Design. After the test test drive we were both impressed with the car and decided to purchase a new model that had been in the showroom. We were able to secure a very good discount on the vehicle as it was the older model, the new UX300H was just about to be launched. Having owned the vehicle for just over two months now I am really impressed with car, the vehicle is very manoeuvrable, and provides comfortable seating for the driver and passenger. My UX has Faux leather seats which I find to be quite acceptable, they seem to be harder wearing than leather and are very comfortable even on longer journeys. My only criticism with the vehicle is the road noise transmitted through the car via the run flat tyres, particularly when travelling over rough road surfaces. The tyres I have on the vehicle are Bridgestone's (probably not the best for road noise). We recently travelled to Devon in the car which was a round trip of 380 miles, throughout the trip the car performed flawlessly. We found that the boot size was adequate for two people, we could comfortably fit a large suitcase and other baggage in the luggage compartment (we have the TWD version). Whilst travelling on the motorway I could see that the vehicle was switching between ICE and battery power even at speeds of 60MPH, to my surprise the at end of the journey the car had averaged 62MPG which is outstanding. The vehicle was showing 490miles since the last refuel, and the low fuel warning light was not even showing. I have the Lexus Link App which gave me the following trip information since the car was refuelled : Trip Distance - 476 miles MPG - 62 MPG EV - Distance Driven - 120 miles I intend to keep this car for a long period of time, I think that hybrid vehicles still have a long future.

To be perfectly honest my driving is style is quite casual, but I do like to be made aware of speed cameras and red light cameras. My UX is equipped with Android Auto so I will probably be using either Waze or Tom Tom Amigo apps, they both have audible alerts and show speed cameras / red light cameras. Both Apps provide regular map updates and can be downloaded FOC.

Thanks to all for providing some helpful information. I have tried various options that were available in the Map-Navigation Menu, unfortunately speed cameras are not listed. I have also tried searching Navigation settings within the Multi Function Display on the dashboard, but nothing was listed. The Sat-Nav system on my vehicle appears to be quite basic and does not seem to give the operator a large range of navigation options to choose from. I think that all of the older models of the UX probably had speed camera options installed, but the later UX models fitted with the 8 inch touch screens do not seem to have that facility.

Having just taken delivery of my new UX250H Sport Design, I am just in the process of working my way through the various instrument controls and functions. The vehicle is fitted with the basic 8 inch satellite navigation system which appears to work quite well, but it does not show speed cameras on the map or give audible alerts for the cameras. I have checked the settings menu which seems quite basic, I could not find an option for speed cameras. I am just wondering if speed cameras are not an option on the basic 8 inch sat-nav. Does anybody with a vehicle fitted with the smaller 8 inch satellite navigation have speed cameras installed on their system? Thanks.

I have just taken delivery of a brand new UX250H Sport Design. After reading several positive reviews about the new Lexus LBX I was interested in purchasing this vehicle subject to a test drive. Three weeks ago I was informed by my local Lexus dealership that a LBX Takumi was available for a test drive. I had narrowed my choice down to two cars, the LBX and the UX250H sport design. I was currently driving a RX450H which is a fantastic quiet refined vehicle, but rather large for just my wife and I. We arrived at the local Lexus dealership in order to test drive the LBX and UX vehicles back to back. Firstly we drove the UX 250h sport, we were both pleasantly surprised how comfortable and easy to drive the vehicle was, manoeuvrability excellent, road noise not to intrusive, and a big bonus - (no horrible beeping noises if you are travelling above the speed limit). We then drove the LBX Takumi, and I must say that we were both a little disappointed with the drive, the suspension seemed to be on the firm side, and the power delivery was not as smooth as the UX250H, also we found the seats to be uncomfortable. My wife and I both agreed that that UX 250H was the car for us. We managed to negotiate a very good price for the UX250H Sport Design, Lexus are trying to sell-off the old stock of the UX before the newer model arrives (UX300H). Having driven the UX over the past few days I am absolutely delighted with the car, on short journeys the car is averaging nearly 50mpg. Please see attached pictures.

I was misinformed by the reviews by Parkers Guide and Car Magazine, they both said : What it’s like to drive? "The LBX has a 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine with an electric motor powered by Toyota’s ‘self-charging’ (ie not plug-in) hybrid technology. It differs from the version used in the Yaris Cross in a few respects, including the employment of a balance shaft designed to make it smoother".

Unfortunately my local Lexus dealership will not have a LBX available for a test drive until March. I have read several reviews about the LBX and most of them seem to be quite positive. The LBX shares the same platform as the Toyota Yaris Cross, but Lexus claims that the LBX is more refined than the Toyota Yaris, this is due to the fact that additional soundproofing has been added, also the LBX 3 cylinder engine is fitted with a counter balance shaft which is meant to reduce vibration. During your test drive how did you find the ride qaulity, in particular road noise /engine noise? Not sure as to value for money for such a small car, you can obtain some very good discounts at the moment on new a UX. I own an RX 450H and am possibly thinking of downsizing to either a UX or LBX. Thanks

About 1 1/2 years ago I had seen advertised for sale a 2022 RX450H which was available to view at my local Lexus main dealer. I visited the dealership and went for a test drive in the advertised vehicle. The vehicle was an ex demonstrator model with low mileage, I decided to make them an offer for the vehicle. The vehicle was advertised for £54,000, I was prepared to pay £52,000.The salesperson who I was dealing with said "I cannot make a decision about the price without seeking approval from the sales manager." The salesperson returned after visiting the sales manager and said "the price that I had offered was below the cost price and the dealership would not make a profit". I walked away from the dealership and decided to look at all the costs for buying a new RX450H Mk 4. I gave Carwow all the details of the vehicle that I required, this would be to exactly the same specification as the ex demonstrator vehicle that I had wanted to buy from the Lexus main dealer. When all of the quotations came back to Carwow from the dealerships, I was quite surprised to see that my local dealership was offering a brand new RX450H for £50,000 ( £4,000 less than the ex demonstrator model they were advertising). I decided to buy a new RX450h via Carwow, they put me in touch with my Local Lexus dealership. I was so pleased to have purchased a brand new car for less money than an ex demonstrator model. I had noticed that the same vehicle that I had test driven at the Lexus dealership was still for sale 5 months later at a price of £50,000. I have learnt not to always believe a car salesperson, it far better to follow your own nose, and sometimes look away from main dealerships as they tend to keep second hand vehicle prices unrealistically high.

Judging by the comments the 2.5 litre 4 cylinder engine seems to be fairly refined with no noticeable difference to the V6. My car is coming up for a service shortly, I will ask the dealership for a RX350H as a loan car, I can then draw my own conclusions about the vehicle. You quite rightly said that my vehicle is relatively new and to part exchange it now would mean that I would take a big hit in depreciation. The RX450H that I am driving at the present time was purchased just before the newer model was launched, so I received a massive discount from the dealership. I shall probably end up keeping my existing car for at least another three years, by which time Lexus might be offering good discounts on the Gen 5 models. At my age I am not sure if I can hang on long enough for the launch of the Gen 6😄. Thanks.

I would like to know if anybody has driven the fifth generation RX350H ? I have read several reviews about the vehicle and generally the reviews seem to be positive. The ride qaulity and handling of the vehicle appear to be very good, most reviews say the six cylinder engine would be the engine of choice for this vehicle (if it where available.) The four cylinder engine that comes with the hybrid does not seem to live up to the high standard of the RX. I currently own a RX450H which was purchased new in 2022, I am very pleased with the vehicle. The build qaulity is first class, and the vehicle is supremely comfortable, plus the added bonus is the silky smooth V6 power plant which delivers power effortlessly. Looking to the future, I am just wondering if it would be worth upgrading to the fifth generation RX 350H.I am not really sure if the newer model can be that much better than the fourth generation RX. Prices for the new RX350H start at £62,125 going up to the top spec Takumi £76,625. Since the new model of the RX has been released, I have not actually seen one of these cars on the road. Any comments would be welcome

Thanks for the information about Dislock steering wheel lock, I am sure that it quite effective and would act as a good deterrent for potential thief's. Surprisingly not one of the insurance companies that I contacted asked whether a steering wheel lock was fitted to the vehicle. I really did not want to go begging to my former insurance company as they refused to insure my car, I preferred to take my business elsewhere.

My car insurance is coming up for renewal, the insurance company who I am presently insured with sent the following : "We're unable to give you a renewal quote for your vehicle (RX450H year 2022). This is because our underwriting criteria is no longer being met and we are no longer able to provide insurance for this vehicle" I was quite shocked to receive this information, I can only assume this is due to the amount of thefts that are taking place on this model of car. I have visited on several car insurance comparison web sites and have spoken to several insurance brokers, the good news is that I can obtain insurance for my vehicle, but at a price. I live in a sleepy village about 40miles from London, the car is always parked on my driveway, I am retired, so the vehicle is only used for social use, my annual mileage is below average. From what I have read on the Lexus Forum web site is that the "Can Bus" method is used to steal this type of vehicle, and I understand that Lexus are installing metal plates to the vehicle in order to help prevent this type of theft. What surprised me is that when speaking to the insurance brokers, nobody ask the question as to weather the vehicle has this metal plate installed, I would have thought that if the insurance company was aware that the vehicle has the plate fitted, it might help to reduce the cost of the insurance. Hopefully if enough owners of this vehicle will have the plates fitted, in the future insurance companies might take note and reduce their premiums.

Hello, I was a little concerned about the security of my car after reading about your experience of the attempted theft on your RX, using the Can Bus method. I did not realise how venerable we RX owners are. I was not aware that this method was used to steal cars, it quite worrying . I always keep my car keys in a Faraday pouch. I have two pouches, one pouch is for the spare key, and the other is for the key that I use everyday. Recently I have started to get a little paranoid about having my car stolen, so I decided to check the security of my Faraday pouch. Keeping my key within the pouch I proceeding to my car and grabbed the door handle, to my surprise the door opened. I then transferred the key into the unused Faraday pouch and tried to open the car, the door remained locked. It would appear that after several years of use the Faraway pouch looses its effectivity. I have now ordered a new Faraday pouch. Anybody who stores their car keys in a Faraday pouch that is several years old, it might be worth checking the effectiveness of the pouch. I was quite shore that my RX keys were safe in the my old Faraday pouch !

Hello Jonathan, Thank you for providing an interesting unbiased review of the new RX450+.I have read several online reviews about the new RX model, most of the reviews seem to positive. The only negative points seem to be the "buzzy" 4 cylinder engine, overcomplicated electronic door locks, and the fiddly touch sensitive controls mounted on the steering wheel. From what you have said the new RX seems to be more refined and quieter than the previous model. During your test drive did you find the 4 cylinder engine as quiet as the old RX 6 cylinder engine?

I totally agree with your comments. I own a 4th generation RX, and I must say that it is quietest most refined/comfortable car that I have ever owned. In terms of ride qaulity I cannot see that the 5th generation RX is gong to be an improvement over the 3/4th generation RX. Having seen various road test reports (RX350H), several negative comments have emerged, firstly the touch sensitive controls mounted on the steering wheel which control the media/cruise controls etc seem overly sensitive. The touch sensitive controls work in conjunction with the HUD, the controls are not user friendly and appear difficult to operate,(a distraction for the driver).The second issue seems to be with the electronic door locks, they just seem to be overly complicated. The electronic door locks used on the RX are the same as fitted to the NX. Several NX owners have reported that during freezing conditions they are unable to enter their vehicle due to a malfunction of the door lock. Lastly, I cannot see that a 4 cylinder power plant will ever give you the same smoothness of power delivery as a 6 cylinder power unit, it is just not possible. The RX deserves a 6 cylinder power plant. The quoted fuel consumption figures for RX5 hybrid might be hard to achieve in the real world, as the smaller 4 cylinder engine will be working a lot harder than the larger more graceful 6 cylinder unit. The RX5 comes with touch screen controls/electronic door locks, and a whole host technological gadgets. I think that sometimes this new car technology works against the driver, please just keep it simple! I will be keeping my old fashioned RX, with its push button controls, and big analogue dials for some considerable time.

The figure of 67 dB is not far from the website figure. I really do not know how accurate the sound meter apps are in comparison to a properly calibrated dB meter. Several factors can influence dB levels - road surface, type of tyre fitted to the vehicle, and weather conditions.

Hello John, I am very curious to find out how the new RX ride/comfort compares with the older model. I have read several American reviews about the new RX350H,they all have said that the new 4 cylinder engine tends to be noisy. In my opinion they should never have discontinued the silky smooth 6 cylinder engine, it was perfectly suited to the vehicle. I would love to hear your comments after the test drive.

Hello David, The site does list other Lexus models. This is the website : https://www.auto-decibel-db.com/

I have just been reading an Autocar review of the new Range Rover Sport D300 Dynamic SE. In the review Autocar said that the Range Rover Sport registered just 60dBA of cabin noise at a 50mph cruise. They then went on to compare the dBA levels with an Audi Q8 and BMW X5, each registered at the same speed 2dBA more than the Range Rover Sport. I own a RX450H and I am extremely impressed with how quiet the vehicle is, even when travelling over uneven road surfaces the noise within the cabin is minimal. I was very curious about the db levels within the RX450H cabin. From an independent source I found that the Lexus 450H recorded 54.3db at 65mph, (nearly 6db lower than the Range Rover Sport) I was truly impressed. What I have noticed is that most UK automotive reviews seem to be obsessed with 0-60 times and tend to favour German cars, when it comes to Lexus they mostly look on the negative side, (mainly condemning the CVT drive system). I have nothing but praise for my RX 450H, the drive and refinement levels are superb, far better than my previous Range Rover. It is a pity that Autocar did not compare the Range Rover Sport dBA levels with the Lexus 450H, (people would then realise that the RX450H is a truly refined car).

According to the technical specifications and various road test reviews the NX450H has a 18.1 kwh battery with an all electric driving speed of up to 83mph.The NX350H has a smaller 1.6kwh battery with an all electric driving speed of approximately 43mph.The RX450H all electric driving speed would be < 43mph due to the fact that it is a heavier vehicle.

Hello Dimi, Yes, the waiting times for the new NX350H are ridiculous. Since the new model was launched there has been two price increases, I wonder if the dealerships will honour the original price of the vehicle when the order was placed? The last time that I spoke to my Lexus dealer, I was informed that they were no longer taking orders for the NX350H. I know that some dealerships bought some new stock of the RX450H before it was discontinued, you might be lucky and still obtain a new RX450H (old model) at are greatly reduced price. There are also some very good low mileage preowned RX models on the market, and I am sure the dealerships would give you a very good deal at this time of the year. I was quite lucky as I managed to buy one of the last older models of RX450H at a greatly reduced price. The price that I paid for the car was virtually the same a new NX350H with premium pack plus. In my opinion the RX 450H just feels a little more premium than the NX 350H.The RX450H does not have the same new technology as the NX350H, but instead is fitted with older style controls, it retains all of the character of a classic well-built vehicle. The RX is powered by a V6 engine which delivers the power in a silky smooth manner, and is effortless to drive. All the best.

My vehicle is the RX premium, with graphite black metallic paint and rich cream leather interior.