SPIED: 2010 Lexus RX in the buff!

Any more photos?

Describe it to us...looks like a Lexus version of the Highlander from this pic.

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— Agent001 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 3:53:31 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

Damn,nice exterior.......<

— hao420 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 1:33:55 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3   

Looks the same as a Toyota Camry from the front without the weird grille.

— audirevolution (View Profile)

Posted on 8/1/2008 3:06:36 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Dunno about that my friend. You keep repeating the same designs you become predictable and an easy target.

Look how well Mazda has done when they broke the mold a few years back. Even in these tough times they are making progress because they stand out from the crowd.

— Agent009 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 8:18:33 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6   

MichaelTaylor might actually--God forbid--be right this time.

The RX has been a successful formula (whether you like it or not, it is a top seller). I can see Lexus evolving the RX concept and perfecting it once again. Just like it did with the original LS which remained largely the same through 3 generations.

Agent009 is also right because at some point, Lexus is going to have to reinvent the RX concept, just like they did with the recent LS. I could see that happening 4-5 years down the line when they decide to re-engineer the RX and take it to the next level.

— Maverick2020 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 9:46:24 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6   

I wonder how the "Pebble Beach" version will look?

— Dr550 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 1:10:01 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Like how Porsche keeps repeating the same design for the last 40+ years?

— F1_Driver (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 1:38:40 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

MichaelTaylor,

Good to see you back, have missed seeing you on here the past couple of days.

-00J

— Agent00J (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 4:57:42 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2   

I thought they just updated the Highlander!



Ah sorry, this the Lexus version!

— iBimmer (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 8:57:23 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I know they sell a ton of the RX's, but I personally never got the styling. I always thought it was awkward with the clear lenses on the rear lights and that strange D-pillar.

— HSCenterconsole (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 9:03:04 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

From what I have heard, the outsie will have little suttle changes, however it's the inside that will get lots of attention !! Heated and cooled seats, Smart Key system, and a new Gen 6 Nav system !!!

— AMiodynski (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 10:16:39 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

looks like the new murano with the slim head lights.

— charlik05 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 10:43:17 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

Crapan. Garbage??? Please explain as the RX has been a HUGE hit since it was introduced !!! And I don't see Lexus/Toyota having trouble selling vehicle's or wondering what their vehicle's are worth at the end of a lease. Unlike most domestic's which will be out of business soon before Lexus/Toyota, I see MB and BMW hurting alot more than us...

So why don't you keep your "garbage" remarks to yourself. And don't say anything that you have no clue about !

— AMiodynski (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 12:56:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

@AMiodynski, +1.

— mattman953 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 1:09:03 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

AM, the RX is an upscale highlander. Lexus needs to separate itself from Toyota to a greater degree. The IS, GS, and LS are prime examples while the RX and ES are examples of what Lexus should move beyond. If you would criticize Audi for sharing w/ VW then you should also criticize Lexus for sharing w/ Toyota.

— 91z4me (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 1:15:51 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

We have a new troll on the site. You knock one off and a new one pops right up. Like weeds.

— VISO (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 1:43:03 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Another SUV for the ladies.

— EL34 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 11:47:27 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

being on lexus forums a lot, an insider who works in the canadian plant verifies that the navigation will now be controlled with a knob and will not be touch screen. who knows what lexus has in store.

— LexusKindaGuy12 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 12:46:14 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

why would they put the RX on the nurburgring? do they think soccer moms and geriatrics are going to buy this thing for its handling prowess?

— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 12:49:34 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Why do I even come to this site anymore...

— nsmatt (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 4:03:19 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

Looks like a Honda Pilot.

— FitzLA (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 2:51:21 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

91Z I agree with you to a point. Some of the design''s and structures are shared, but that's where it stops. For the record, I wouldn't blame anyone brand from doing it, unless it's useless like GM having a Chevy and GMW truck that is 99.8% the same !!

Lexus uses thicker sheetmetal, has alot more sound dampening, and of course more plush seats, leather, and more options.

I could go on and on, but that should make the point.

— AMiodynski (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 3:00:19 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

I think MichaelTaylor's kid brother has discovered the internet.

— nsmatt (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 4:09:49 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

This picture looks definitely like fake.

Old school phone with no zoom feature, and yet the picture is like she stood couple feet away from the car. Also, you "were driving" and yet, picture came out perfectly horizontal.

I'll say it again, looks like bogus picture.

P.S.: B&W camera phone? WTF?

— vladyxa (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 4:12:22 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

LOLLOLOLOLOL

— Porschinator (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 4:30:24 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

This picture is obviously a fake, but from what I've heard, this could be a pretty close representation of what it does look like. Many sources have told me it doesn't look very changed from the back, but the front looks like an IS (much in the same way the LX570 looks similar to the LS460). The RX is supposed to be an evolutionary body type, similar to a 911 or most of the Audi cars.

What is going to be most exciting is all the new gadgets inside. Standard rear-view camera on the mirror, Generation 6 Navigation, Smart Access, Air Conditioned seats, and standard Bluetooth.

It will do extremely well. I have also heard the gas mileage is going to improve. Not sure if it is because it's lighter or more aerodynamic or what, but it's what I've heard.

— adamsaf723 (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 5:05:34 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

Looks like 70,000 sales a year to me.

— truthpursuit (View Profile)

Posted on 7/30/2008 5:27:40 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2