To say it has not changed the formula does not do justice in a way, because this crossover luxury Japanese brand itself has been improved year after year. What I imply here is that the concept and spirit that has led to the RX to be enshrined in the U.S. auto market continues intact.
Part of their success formula is to have maintained a visual identity which customers fell in love in the early 90s. Undoubtedly, the Lexus RX was one of the pioneers in the segment called luxury crossovers, setting the pace of the moment in style and sophistication, briefly caught on very easily to the point that in question of time this issue began to multiply rapidly in the streets.
For the 2013 model we can say that even maintains that identity, obviously with appropriate modifications to any manufacturer prints on their models gradually, but evidently remains unmistakable look far to know what car it is without having to think much. For many this was his great virtue throughout its history, but for others it is perhaps time to make a change more aggressive in its visual presentation. Its just a matter of taste.
Among the most interesting changes highlights the new sports package F along with a sport-tuned suspension and 8-speed automatic transmission to other models in the range already share. The exterior of the 2013 Lexus RX 350 has an elegant stance in turn denotes aggression. Have improved levels of comfort and maneuverability. The inverted trapezoid design in the front and rear are incorporated together horizontally through the long side along the outline of the RX, which comes with standard aluminum wheel 18 inches to complement the exterior appearance with a strong and sports, but our unit offers optional aluminum wheels of 19 inches to give an extra touch of style.
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The driver has available a complete interface command and information presented through a multi-informational display 8 "easy visibility and touch operation. A white Organic LED ensures readability from a wide angle. The 2013 Lexus RX 350 provides a display of the speedometer also reflected in the windshield that ostensibly reduces the need for excessive eye movement to monitor the speed. Use of high intensity lights LED shine makes deployment so it can be read in the light of day against sun or at night.
The area of operation and control provides access to a great deal of information through the new digital navigation and control multi-information button mounted on the wheel.
Standard equipment has been improved offering connection for iPod or USB devices like a power liftgate. Interior space is generous and his shooting is quite comfortable despite the sports suspension adds some stiffness that some buyers may not be the best. Speaking of interior space should be noted that the RX does not offer third-row seat which is a disadvantage compared to models like the Infiniti JX35 or the Acura MDX, but the cargo space is significantly larger in the Lexus RX in its rivals.
The 2013 Lexus RX 350 is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 270 horsepower and 248 pounds per foot of torque, it is coupled to an eight-speed transmission available only with sports package F. The basic version offers a six-speed transmission.
We can say with confidence that the dynamic power management features when required, especially operating gear changes with paddles behind the steering built, the car responds much more ease and speed, is very stable in curves and traction in all wheels allows a very balanced shooting. In speed tests the 2013 RX 350 can reach exceed the zero to 60 mph in 7 seconds.
Fuel consumption levels yields combined 21 miles per gallon (18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway). On security all Lexus RX models feature anti-lock brakes, stability and traction control, front airbags and rear curtain air bags, air bags protect knees and emergency communication system that automatically notifies eventually a crash to seek help and assistance quickly.
The basic price of the 2013 RX 350 is $ 47,000; the unit we tested costs $ 53.924.
