Lexus RX 3.0 SE 5d Auto (2001/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Mid priced when compared to the much more expensive German rivals. Depreciation not too bad.
Costs
Very poor fuel economy. Average of 17 MPG with only 19 MPG on long very steady journeys.
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On the road
Driving
Comfortable & easy to drive, good visability. Steering a little light.
Performance
Reasonable for a 2 tonne vehicle powered by a V6.
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Living with it
Reliability
Brakes were problematic, grinding & high pitched screeching. Sounded like the pads were worn down to the rivets. Lexus Twickenham charged to clean the pads. This did not cure the problem that was present for 1.5 yrs despite regular visits to TW dealer.
Image
A relatively anonymous car unless you have it in black.
Comfort
Very.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Brakes. Poor, as described above.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes