46 AUTOMOTIVE
REVIEW > LEXUS RX450H
Even though I have driven a few SUVs of late this was the first hybrid SUV that I have driven and although I went into the drive with nothing to completely match it too I was very pleasantly surprised .
Yes having a hybrid is beneficial because of the impact on the economy but the RX450h does offer you some great performance and also gives you a more expensive feel compared to other SUVs in the market . Don ’ t be fooled by the sound of the hybrid engine because the output coming from motors definitely gives you a kick .
As you would expect from Lexus the car is well built and you can feel that when behind the wheel , you get a sense of respect when driving around . It really felt like a car you could trust .
One of the things I really liked about this model was the styling , I think Lexus has done a fantastic job on the RX , and when you compare it to other vehicles in the same bracket I think the overall look of the Lexus really makes it stick out from the crowd . The interior is as you would expect from Lexus , a touch of class and packed with high-quality materials and lots of equipment .
The RX does seem to focus a lot on comfort and this does show when driving at any speed , as I said it really feels like this is a car you can trust and a car that is very easy to drive . If you are cruising on the motorway you feel at ease and when driving around more urban routes you don ’ t get out of the car with a bad back from the cobbled streets . The RX is a very practical car that is a great choice for someone looking to do long journeys but also for someone who likes having a little boost around town .
THE ART OF LUXURY Issue 53 2022