This is a car that, particularly when fitted with the bigger of its two V6 engines, feels like it could come from Munich or Stuttgart. It's firm and engaging, with power sent to the rear wheels like any proper sports sedan, and a steering and suspension system that work together to transmit tiny vibrations to the driver — the kind of vibrations that the rest of the Lexus lineup works so hard to filter out Read More »

The 2013 Lexus ES 350 gets a new, more aggressive look up front as part of a complete redesign for 2013. It's now based on the Toyota Avalon instead of the Camry. Of all the changes this year, perhaps the most noticeable is a roomier back seat. It has several inches of extra legroom compared to the older Lexus ES design. Read More »

The LX570 is a luxury version of the Toyota Land Cruiser, already a legend for its off-road capability, comfort and longevity. The Land Cruiser is also not cheap, starting over $78,000. Considering the Lexus version starts around $81,000, ever so slightly more than the Toyota, it's really not much of a premium to pay for the luxury branding. Read More »

Stylists at Lexus have carved a bold new face on the 2013 RX 350 with the low-sloping hood crowned by a pinched grille with chrome fins and low intake valence, plus canted lamp clusters mounted at the top of front corners accented by outlines of LED running lights. Read More »

The all new 2013 Lexus ES300h mid-size luxury hybrid sedan delivers luxury, a great ride and world class mileage. Read More »

Our test car -- the Lexus IS 350 with F Sport trim -- looks like a high-strung rally car, ove-rsized wheels pegged at the corners and a contoured body characterized by the low arching profile, flat side panels and a blunt prow and tail with scant overhangs. It behaves like a road-hugging German touring sedan, a taut suspension tuned to allow tires to dance around curvy mountain corners on the narrow and snaky Arkansas 5 as a powerful V6 engine pushes tall torque to the rear rollers. Read More »

The IS C, which is now Lexus' only convertible, looks great with the roof up or down. It has a retractable hard top that folds away into the trunk with the push of a button. Materials are freakishly soft in the Lexus' IS C's cabin. The leather, dash covering and headliner all make you want to caress them. Read More »

The current generation RX 350 has styling that is a subtle evolution of previous models. Considering how many of today's crossover vehicles have copied the RX's look lately, it's a clear trend-setter. Inside, the RX has the same quality and attention to detail that has made Lexus cars famous. But an optional joystick controller seems like an unnecessary use of technology. Read More »

Lexus IS C convertible looks great with the top down. Its styling is remarkably similar to the IS sedan, though it shares only the hood with its four-door sibling. Inside, the IS C has comfortable front seats with soft leather. The cabin is nearly as quiet as the IS sedan when the top is up. Read More »

While crossover vehicles didn't gain widespread popularity until about five years ago, the RX 300 was a trailblazer when it was introduced way back in 1998. It was like an SUV in many ways, with a high ride and four-wheel drive, but it was actually based on a car platform that made it feel like a Lexus should -- poised, smooth and silent. Read More »