The number one-generation (G1) are far less expensive nowadays with adequate examples going from RM60,000 onwards.

Properly, friends, the Toyota Harrier/Lexus RX makes a great purchase irregardless if you're choosing G1 or G2. Be comforted within the truth that many Toyota Harrier/Lexus RX were employed as company directors' rides therefore the overall upkeep might have been welltaken good care of.

Lexus, the luxury arm of Toyota Motor Company, consistently ranks in the best of consumer surveys for dependability and quality.

With regards to quality problems, there just isn't something there to get really concerned about.

How far forward? A 2004 model was shown off by the Chrysler Group of DaimlerChrysler known as the Pacifica that'll very much be considered a challenger for the RX300 if it goes on-sale next year.

Except that from the 2004 model-year, Lexus will have probably started -- or will be quite close to introducing - the secondgeneration, entirely remade RX300.

How will Lexus improve on the crossover concept of mixing the characteristics of a vehicle, the vehicle and a mini-van? We can't understand however. But expect too much to transform, in the present RX300?s gleaming chrome grille and projectorbeam headlamps (behind clear plastic aero covers) all the way to the tailgate in the back.

Obviously, the significant dose of luxury interior furnishings will continue and probably be increased with more hightech odds and ends. Meanwhile, if you're considering a somewhat used RX300, opportunities are greatly in your favour that it's going to end up being a troublefree buy. Alright, just a little foundation for prospective customers.

The RX300 arrived for a primary, inyour-face response to the thennew MercedesBenz ML320 action vehicle. From cost to general measurements and even in hp, these two highly developed vehicles came from exactly the same garage-believe.

At once, these buyers haven't wished to concede the finest of what a sport-utility offers: a commanding seating posture, roominess and relaxation, allweather grip, a feeling of security and strong, even adventurous looks.

Both RX and ML shipped on these accounts. But of both, the RX300 has shown definitely to get more car/minivan than sport ute. Both stay attractively appointed and were.

With regard to offroad capabilities, the RX300 has not yet been outfitted with a lowrange transfer case and its allwheel drive system influenced by an even more conventional centre differential with a viscous limited slip coupling plus a restricted slip rear differential.

While the going gets glossy the RX300 was made to supply dependable grip. It works good within the snow, however, is not suggested for severe rock-beating. Do notice the transmission has include button - controlled modes for Electricity, Market and Winter.

With regards to cottage comforts, dominating the front of the inside is an oblong - ish console device having a complete colour advice display. While under the monitor are redundant difficult controls for the two methods, it shows the operating information on the climate-control and audio system. It's a snapshot to function and has proven fairly reliable in use.

Generally Speaking, this vehicle's form is swoopy and eye-pleasant, with tastefully selected substances fitted together exactly. The cottage is roomy.

This is really a crossover to drive, with a gentle ride plus great brakes. And people, chances are that a somewhat used one won't split in almost any significant manner for one more eight or ten years.