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The Lexus RX range is listed as one of the most reliable SUV models by Which. However the depreciation is shown at around 68 per cent over four years which is far more than other marques which are listed...

Buying a new Lexus IS - which wheels give the best ride?

I am purchasing a new Lexus 300H on standard wheels, which are 235/45/R18. However, I believe that I can have the car on the 225/50/R17 wheels - which would produce the smoothest and quietest ride.

Buying a used Lexus - CT 200h or IS?

I am looking at a nearly new 2014 Lexus IS 300h £19,999 to replace my beloved 2004 Honda CRV. However my local dealer claims that the CT 200h is a good hybrid as well and is offering me a 2014 model for...

Will smaller wheels improve the ride in my Lexus IS?

My Lexus IS was a pre-registered model, for a good discount, so I had no choice of wheel size. The 18-inch wheels as fitted produce a very hard and jiggly ride. There are websites offering new alloys for...

Rejected warranty claim - what are my options?

I bought a Lexus RX400h from a dealer 13 months ago. The car was sold with a 24 month extended warranty included as part of the deal. It is a 2005 car and has done 86,000 miles. Today I've found out the...

Direct injection and carbon build-up?

I've been considering a Lexus IS250, and my internet research has highlighted problems with carbon build-up on the intake valves of the direct injection V6. I assume as the problem is because the valves...

Lexus IS 300 - 16 in or 17 inch wheels?

I'm thinking of buying a nearly new Lexus IS 300 and have the choice of models with 16 or 17-inch wheels. Do you have an opinion of whether one is better than the other?

Excessive white smoke from Lexus (06) IS220d - any advice?

I had the same problem as most people do with a puff of white smoke after engine got a little warm and then it went away. I searched online and found out I need to remove the dpf, whenIi got this done,...

Do I have to take a hybrid to a special MoT station?

I have purchased a secondhand Lexus RX 450H and would like to know if the MoT has to be carried out by a Lexus dealer because of Hybrid complications or can any MoT station handle such alternative fuel...

Should I buy a Lexus RX 400H with a high mileage?

Should I be worried about buying a 8-9 year old Lexus RX400H with 130,000 miles on the clock?