Lexus RX 300 Prices, Reviews, and Pictures in Nigeria

The Lexus RX 300 was introduced in 1998, arguably the first of the luxury “crossover” SUVs, meaning that it sort of crossed over from truck to car. Sport utes were typically based on truck platforms, but the RX 300 was based on the Toyota Camry platform. Would customers give up the ruggedness of a truck-based SUV for the relative comfort and familiarity of the RX 300?

Indeed they would. The RX 300 quickly became the best-selling SUV in its segment and the best-selling Lexus. Sales topped out at a healthy 89,864 in 2000, and they remain strong.

With the arrival of an all-new Camry, an all-new Lexus RX 300 was inevitable, but it took a bit to get here. The 2004 Lexus RX 330 – so named because a 3.3-liter V-6 replaces the 3.0-liter in the RX 300 – has shown some sales strength in its limited time in dealer showrooms.

The RX 330 is bigger than the model it replaces, with an increase in overall length of about 6 inches and smaller increases in height and width. Even so, the RX 330 remains a five-passenger vehicle, though some competitors such as the Acura MDX offer third-row seating. If you need more room, Lexus will sell you a larger truck-based GX 470 or LX 470 sport-ute.

The RX 330 sport utility vehicle is more about “sport” than “utility.” The test model was front-wheel-drive; though four-wheel-drive is available, there’s no low-range gearing, suggesting that the vehicle is more attuned to slick city roads than rutted rural trails.

Lexus RX 330 Styling

A bit less distinctive but also less fussy looking, the RX330 loses the side-body cladding in favor of a smoother line. It’s 6 inches longer, 1 inch wider and with a 4-inch-longer wheelbase than the original.

Lexus RX 330 Interior

The extra length is immediately evident inside, where there’s plenty of space front and rear. There’s also lots of room for luggage behind the back seat, though some people will be disappointed there is no third-seat option.

The nicely designed dashboard with the shifter built into the lower part of the fascia has an improved look, sophisticated and luxurious. The shift setup eliminates the awkward column shift and allows extra floor space, minivan style.

The gauges are crisp and clear. The DVD navigation system also is improved, easier to read and use. Pop RX in reverse and the screen shows the view to the rear. All power and convenience features are standard equipment, with wood and leather, premium audio system, power seats, trip computer, and plenty of pockets and cubbies for storage.

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