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Are Toyota and Lexus the Same Manufacturer?

Toyota is among the global leaders in the automotive industry. Like other car companies, it also parents a luxury brand––Lexus. But are Toyota and Lexus models made by the same manufacturer? What brands does Toyota Motor Corp. own? Are Toyota and Lexus the same? As Honda is to Acura and Nissan is to Infiniti, so …
Japan's auto giant Toyota Motor managing officer Kazuo Ohara (R) introduces the company's newly designed Lexus RX 450h hybrid SUV with a 3.5-litre V6 engine

The 2013 Lexus RX Is Still a Used SUV Bargain

It’s great to get a bargain on a luxury vehicle. Buying a used vehicle is one way to get a fancier car or one with more features than you would have been able to afford if it were new. To help out buyers, Consumer Reports recently released a list of the best used vehicles that …
Toyota Motor Corp. Highlander sports utility vehicles (SUV) are displayed during the 2019 New York International Auto Show

Can a 2021 Toyota Highlander Really Compare To a Lexus RX?

Luxury brands such as Lexus have a loyal following, and for good reason: They often offer high amounts of comfort and reliability in addition to a luxury driving experience. However, the price may throw people off, and more affordable alternatives are worth considering for anyone who doesn’t want to spring for the luxury badge. The …
A red 2021 Lexus IS driving on a tree-lined road

Top Two Fastest-Selling Vehicles Are Cars Not SUVs

Wait, what? Do any car companies even sell cars anymore? Are cars becoming more popular than SUVs all of the sudden? All we know is that the two fastest-selling vehicles in February 2021 were cars. All two of them; the Corvette and Lexus IS 350. We keep being told that cars are dead We keep …
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Next Lexus LF SUV Will Sell For $180,000

The Lexus LF is the flagship SUV of Toyota’s premium brand. Now it wants to be everyone’s premium brand flagship by knocking out the likes of Mercedes and BMW. But Lexus has been slow in getting the LF, based on the LF-1 Limitless concept to production. What was meant to debut sometime this year, it …
A gray 2022 Lexus IS500 F Sport Performance Launch Edition in a warehouse

Lexus Launches a Limited-Edition 2022 IS500 F Sport Performance

Toyota may have ended V8 development, but the engine still has a home in Lexus. Specifically, in the upcoming 2022 Lexus IS500 F Sport Performance. However, as if the news of the more-powerful engine wasn’t enough, Lexus is making a limited-edition version of the V8-powered sedan. It’s called the Lexus IS500 F Sport Performance Launch …

The 2021 Lexus LC 500 Has Striking Road Presence

Sports cars have evolved and adapt year after year, decade after decade. Trends come and go, styles change, and performance continues to become more refined. It isn’t completely uncommon to see sports cars being daily driven, and some can be border-line practical for the right driver, but plenty of sports cars offer enough space and …
A metallic-red 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid midsize crossover SUV traveling on a road in a park with green grass and trees

The Toyota Highlander Hybrid’s MPG Tops Its Smaller Hybrid Cousin

Toyota and Lexus have long-standing reputations for reliability. But that’s only one feature many consumers look for in an SUV. If you’re considering a hybrid crossover, take a look at the Toyota Highlander. This midsize SUV gets better gas mileage than even its smaller Lexus NX Hybrid cousin.  However, both 2021 models appear on a …
2017 Honda Pilot is on display at the 109th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place

A Top Trim-Level Honda Pilot Costs More Than a Base Lexus RX 350

Luxury in a vehicle can mean comfort, technology, performance, and safety. Does luxury have to come from a luxury brand though? With different brands and multiple trims, it’s possible to find the luxury you’re looking for in surprising places. We take a look at the Honda Pilot and Lexus RX 350 to see how these …
A Toyota Motor Corp. Lexus UX 250h Hybrid vehicle stands on display during the press day of the Seoul Motor Show

3 Big Flaws Plague the 2021 Lexus UX Hybrid

Although it is a popular and well-known luxury brand, some Lexus vehicles fall just short of expectations. According to U.S. News, the 2021 Lexus UX Hybrid has three significant shortcomings that detract from an otherwise good vehicle. Here’s everything you should know about the UX Hybrid before deciding whether it’s the right fit for you. …
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Auto Brands With Best Service Rated: JD Power

That deal on your new or used car is important, but once you drive off your most important connection to the dealer is service. And that remains for the duration of ownership. That’s why JD Power’s Best Brands Service ratings are so important. You know the hassles associated with a bad service department. Nobody needs …
A dark-olive-green 2021 Lexus UX hybrid subcompact crossover SUV drives past CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington

The 2021 Lexus UX Offers Something None of Its Rivals Can

Lexus is synonymous with luxury vehicles. And most people envision spacious accommodations when they think of luxury. But the 2021 Lexus UX is small. In fact, it’s the smallest new car Lexus offers. But the Lexus UX has many of the amenities car buyers have come to expect from the automaker, as well as one …
A 2021 Lexus UX with Nori Green exterior paint parked on a slab of asphalt in front of a sidewalk and trees with autumn leaves

2 Lexus SUVs Ranked Dead Last on This Long List of Luxury Crossovers

Luxury crossovers are popular vehicles for individuals and families who want practicality and style at a relatively reasonable price. Once prospective buyers know they want a luxury crossover, deciding which one to choose can feel overwhelming. Popular websites such as U.S. News regularly release lists to help make these decisions a bit less daunting, but …
A silver 2021 Lexus NX300 compact luxury SUV travels on a two-lane highway with an expansive blue sky streaked with sun-kissed clouds in the background

Can the 2021 Lexus NX Really Go Toe-to-Toe With a Porsche?

Porsche is one of the biggest names in the luxury segment, but the 2021 Lexus NX may be giving the Porsche Macan a run for its money. Consumer Reports gives the NX an overall rating of 82 — slightly higher than the Macan’s 76. So how exactly do these two SUVs compare? What should you …
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What Is it Like to Drive a 2021 Lexus GX 460 Every Day?

The 2021 Lexus GX 460 is an interesting hodgepodge of an SUV. On one hand, it’s a Lexus, so it’s super smooth to drive and its interior materials and buttoned-down finish exude the type of opulence you would expect from the automaker. On the other hand, it’s a rugged off-road machine capable of conquering mountains …
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5 of the Coolest Features on the 2021 Lexus GX 460

The 2021 Lexus GX 460 is a three-row luxury SUV that’s great for doing double duty as a grocery getter on the weekdays and an off-road warrior on the weekends. It has a smooth ride and sophisticated driving dynamics, however, it’s not afraid to get dirty. And while it’s easy to call out of the …