Motor Trend Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS 350 AWD
Motor Trend has just posted up a review of the 2014 Lexus IS 350 AWD, and there’s plenty of positives.
Kevin · June 26th, 2013
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BMWBlog Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT
While on the topic of BMW & Lexus, enthusiast website BMWBlog has just reviewed the 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT.
Kevin · June 12th, 2013
The New York Times Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 450h
Jerry Garrett of The New York Times calls the 2013 Lexus GS 450h “quite simply, the best — or, at least, the most impressive — hybrid that Toyota makes today.”
Kevin · June 3rd, 2013
Speedhunters Reviews the Lexus LS 600h F SPORT
Dino Dalle Carbonare of Speedhunters has just posted a nicely done photo essay with the 2013 Lexus LS 600h F SPORT in Japan.
Kevin · May 30th, 2013
CAR Magazine Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS 300h F SPORT
In the CAR Magazine review of the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT, Chris Chilton finds the hybrid sedan “distinctive” but dislike the variable transmission.
Kevin · May 29th, 2013
Jalopnik Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS
Patrick George of Jalopnik has reviewed the 2014 Lexus IS, and liked pretty much everything but the transmission.
Kevin · May 23rd, 2013
Top Gear Magazine Reviews the Lexus IS 300h
Paul Horrell from Top Gear magazine has reviewed the Lexus IS 300h F SPORT, and balances his appreciation of the handling with his dislike of the variable transmission.
Kevin · May 22nd, 2013
Edmunds Comparison: Lexus IS 250 F SPORT vs BMW 328i M Sport vs. Cadillac ATS 2.0
Edmunds has published a comparison between the 2013 BMW 328i M Sport, 2013 Cadillac ATS 2.0 Premium, and 2014 Lexus IS250 F Sport.
Kevin · May 14th, 2013
The Smoking Tire Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT
In his latest video, Matt Farah of The Smoking Tire takes the 2014 Lexus IS 350 F SPORT out on the mountain roads of Southern California.
Kevin · May 1st, 2013
Fifth Gear Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 450h
The Fifth Gear team have combined to review the 2013 Lexus GS 450h.
Kevin · April 23rd, 2013
Driving the Lexus LFA in a Dust Storm
Blake Z. Rong from Autoweek was invited to drive the Lexus LFA at Willow Springs Raceway.
Kevin · April 17th, 2013
Lexus IS 300h Review from Asia One
David Ting from Asia One recently drove the new Lexus IS 300h, and enjoyed it much more than previous Lexus hybrids.
Kevin · April 12th, 2013
Autoblog Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 450h
Autoblog has reviewed the 2013 Lexus GS 450h for the second time, and were impressed yet again.
Kevin · April 10th, 2013
Autoweek Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
A selection of Autoweek editors spent time with a 2013 Lexus ES 300h, and the response to the hybrid sedan was outstanding.
Kevin · April 8th, 2013
The National Post Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS
David Booth of The National Post spent the day in Austin driving the new 2014 Lexus IS, and believes it’s a serious challenger to the BMW 3-Series.
Kevin · April 5th, 2013
Motor Trend Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS
Once again, Motor Trend has driven the 2014 Lexus IS, and found it to be an extremely enjoyable experience.
Kevin · March 28th, 2013
Autoweek Reviews the 2014 Lexus IS
Autoweek has driven the new 2014 Lexus IS, and came away impressed with the new model.
Kevin · March 26th, 2013
2014 Lexus IS Preview
Debuting at the Detroit Auto Show earlier this year, the 2014 third-generation IS is a critical model for Lexus.
Kevin · March 25th, 2013
Carsguide Reviews the Lexus RX 270
Australian website Carsguide has reviewed the Lexus RX 270.
Kevin · March 19th, 2013
Dan Neil Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
Dan Neil of the Wall Street Journal has reviewed the 2013 Lexus ES 300h.
Kevin · March 17th, 2013
Motor Report Comparison: Lexus GS 450h vs. BMW ActiveHybrid 5 vs. Infiniti M35h
The Motor Report in Australia has put the Lexus GS450h in a hybrid sedan shootout against the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 and Infiniti M35h.
test · March 13th, 2013
Gear Patrol Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 AWD
Gear Patrol has a review of the 2013 Lexus GS 350 AWD, and believe it “impresses beyond what we’ve come to expect from the brand over the years.”
Kevin · February 21st, 2013
Autoweek Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
In their review of the 2013 Lexus ES 300h, Autoweek praises the “near-perfect combination of interior space, cargo room, fuel-economy and luxury.”
Kevin · February 19th, 2013
Consumer Reports Reviews the 2013 Lexus LS 460
Consumer Reports have driven the updated 2013 Lexus LS 460, and were impressed with the sedan despite their dislike of the Remote Touch controller.
Kevin · February 5th, 2013
Motor Trend Drives the 2014 Lexus IS F SPORT
Along with the insightful interview with chief engineer Junichi Furuyama, Motor Trend has published an exclusive feature on the third-generation Lexus IS.
Kevin · January 23rd, 2013
Edmunds Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
Edmunds has reviewed the 2013 Lexus ES 300h, and believe “you’ll be hard-pressed to top the Lexus ES hybrid” with its blend of fuel economy and comfort.
Kevin · December 19th, 2012
La Presse Previews the Next-Generation Lexus IS
French Canadian auto critic Jacques Duval from La Presse has driven the next-generation Lexus IS, and he has described the handling as “absolutely outstanding”.
Kevin · December 17th, 2012
Jeremy Clarkson: “I Love the Lexus LFA”
For the third time in four months, Jeremy Clarkson has reviewed the Lexus LFA — this time for the Top Gear website.
Kevin · December 13th, 2012
National Post: Next-Generation Lexus IS F SPORT Preview
Graeme Fletcher from The National Post has driven the next-generation Lexus IS prototype, and provides a very detailed account of the experience on the autocross course.
Kevin · December 10th, 2012
Jay Leno Drives the Next-Generation Lexus IS Prototype
Along with the traditional automotive media, Jay Leno also had an opportunity to drive the next-generation Lexus IS prototype.
Kevin · December 9th, 2012
Ars Technica Reviews the Lexus Enform App Suite
One of my favorite technology websites, Ars Technica, spent some quality time with the new 2013 Lexus LS 600hL, and shared some thoughtful impressions of the Enform 2.0 app suite.
Kevin · December 6th, 2012
Video Review of the Next-Generation Lexus IS Prototype
The next review of the 2014 Lexus IS prototype is from Colum Wood of Autoguide, and it’s an excellent video overview of the camouflaged model.
Kevin · December 4th, 2012
Carsguide Drives the 2014 Lexus IS Prototype
Paul Gover from Carsguide also had a test drive in the the next-generation 2014 Lexus IS prototype.
Kevin · December 4th, 2012
Autocar Drives the Next-Generation Lexus IS 300h
In advance of next-generation Lexus IS launch at the Detroit Auto Show in January, some automotive magazines have been given an advance look at the next-generation sedan.
Kevin · December 4th, 2012
Autoblog Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT
Michael Harley at Autoblog has reviewed the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT and compares it favorably to the BMW 535i.
Kevin · November 27th, 2012
Virtual Test Drive of the 2013 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT
Winding Road has posted a video showing the 2013 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT from the driver’s point-of-view.
Kevin · November 23rd, 2012
Top Gear Driving a Lexus LFA From Las Vegas to Mexico?
The lads from Top Gear arrived in the USA yesterday, landing in Las Vegas for what’s rumored to be a 3,000 mile journey through Mexico for a future episode.
Kevin · November 13th, 2012
LA Times Reviews the 2013 Lexus LS 460 F SPORT
David Undercoffler from The LA Times has reviewed the 2013 Lexus LS 460 F SPORT, praising the “timely and well-chosen design updates inside and out” and calling the car “a well-executed mid-life adjustment”.
Kevin · October 25th, 2012
Autoguide Reviews the 2013 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT
Autoguide has released a video review of the 2013 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT, and it’s a very nice overview of the SUV’s new performance package.
Kevin · October 17th, 2012
Winding Road Reviews the 2013 Lexus LS 460L AWD
inding Road has reviewed the 2013 Lexus LS 460L, and praise the interior for its quietness and craftsmanship, calling it “decidedly warmer and more personable than the competition.”
Kevin · October 11th, 2012
Jeremy Clarkson Reviews the Lexus LFA
The world-famous Jeremy Clarkson has finally driven the Lexus LFA, and by some miracle, he “loved it”.
Kevin · September 30th, 2012
Motor Trend Reviews the 2012 Lexus IS F
The Ignition web video series from Motor Trend has just featured the 2012 Lexus IS F, and presenter Carlos Lago does an excellent job explaining just what makes the very first Lexus F model special.
Kevin · September 20th, 2012
Driving the 2013 Lexus LS
Did Lexus take it far enough with the 2013 LS? I drove five different variants to find the answer to that question.
Kevin · September 16th, 2012
Road & Track Drives the 2013 Lexus GS 450h F SPORT
Road & Track’s Calvin Kim travelled to Europe to test the 2013 Lexus GS 450h F SPORT, and found it to be “the future of higher-end hybrids; less pure economy and more sizzle”.
Kevin · September 14th, 2012
Edmunds Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
Edmunds have published their review of the 2013 Lexus ES 300h, praising the “luxurious and high-tech interior” and complimenting the “a refined and serene driving experience”.
Kevin · September 13th, 2012
Automobile Magazine Editors Review the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT
Automobile Magazine had some of its editors all give a brief review of the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F SPORT, and it makes for a varied and informative read with plenty of opinion.
Kevin · September 13th, 2012
Lexus GS Summer Road Trip
It’s the last weekend of summer, and Lexus Magazine has published the story of my GS 350 road trip from Ottawa to Montreal.
Kevin · September 2nd, 2012
Autoweek Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 AWD
The Autoweek editors have driven the 2013 Lexus GS, and found it very easy to live with, praising the interior across the board.
Kevin · August 29th, 2012
EVO Magazine: Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Engine “doesn’t feel as special as” Lexus LFA V10
"...we wouldn't like to say which is the more involving drivers' car without trying them back to back. The LFA is really that good."
Kevin · August 22nd, 2012
Autobild Comparison: Lexus GS 450h vs. BMW ActiveHybrid 5 vs. Infiniti M35h
For the first time in its history, German magazine Autobild has named a Lexus as the top model in a comparison, with the GS 450h beating out the BMW ActiveHybrid 5 and Infiniti M35h in a hybrid showdown.
Kevin · August 19th, 2012
Six More Reviews of the 2013 Lexus LS
Last Friday, I linked to the first round of 2013 Lexus LS reviews, and now it’s time for six more reviews of the new Lexus flagship sedan.
Kevin · August 16th, 2012
2013 Lexus LS Preview
Earlier this week, I was invited to Palo Alto, California to drive the 2013 Lexus LS, and in the first part of my review, let's get into a technical overview.
Kevin · August 11th, 2012
First Reviews of the 2013 Lexus LS
Over the last couple weeks, automotive journalists from around the world have streamed through Palo Alto, California, to drive the new 2013 LS, and today, the very first reviews are coming in.
Kevin · August 10th, 2012
Motor Trend Compares the Lexus LFA & Acura NSX
I wasn't planning on posting this video from *Motor Trend's* Jonny Lieberman comparing the Lexus LFA and Acura NSX, but feel compelled after emails from multiple outraged readers.
Kevin · July 26th, 2012
Road & Track Drives the 2013 Lexus ES
Calvin Kim of Road & Track has shared his impressions of the 2013 Lexus ES, and it’s very positive.
Kevin · July 5th, 2012
CarAdvice Reviews the Lexus RX 270
While on the topic of the Lexus RX 270′s launch in Australia, Car Advice has a review of the 2.7L four-cylinder edition of the crossover.
Kevin · June 28th, 2012
Drive Compares the Lexus GS 250, Audi A6 2.0, BMW 520i & Mercedes E200
Drive has compared the Audi A6 2.0, BMW 520i, Mercedes-Benz E200 & Lexus GS 250, and named the GS the top choice for its balance of comfort and performance.
Kevin · June 27th, 2012
The New York Times Reviews the 2013 Lexus ES 300h
The New York Times has published a review of the 2013 Lexus ES 300h, praising it for “its thoughtful and surprisingly stylish execution”.
Kevin · June 21st, 2012
Lexus GS 350 Summer Road Test Update: Six Weeks
I'm now six weeks into my summer-long road test of the 2013 Lexus GS 350, and with this increased familiarity, I've put together a list of ten things that have stood out so far.
Kevin · June 15th, 2012
Video: AutoGuide Preview of the 2013 Lexus ES
AutoGuide has released what may be the only video from the 2013 Lexus ES media preview, and as usual, it’s an excellent overview of the new sedan.
Kevin · June 3rd, 2012
2013 Lexus ES Pricing Speculation
Lexus hopes to sell about 100,000 ES units a year, 50,000 to 60,000 of them in the United States.
Kevin · May 31st, 2012
2013 Lexus ES Preview
Earlier this month, I was invited to Newberg, Oregon, to try out the all-new sixth generation Lexus ES.
Kevin · May 31st, 2012
Inside Line Drives the 2013 Lexus ES
Inside Line’s Erin Riches has posted her first drive impressions of the 2013 Lexus ES, and finds it improved over the previous generation.
Kevin · May 31st, 2012
New York Times Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport
Lawrence Ulrich of The New York Times has reviewed the 2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport, and calls it “the most entertaining midrange Lexus sedan in memory”.
Kevin · May 13th, 2012
Spending the Summer with the 2013 Lexus GS 350
Last weekend, I made the trip to Lexus Canada and picked up a 2013 GS 350 AWD for a long-term summer road test.
Kevin · May 9th, 2012
Winding Road Comparison: Lexus GS 350 F Sport vs. Audi A6
While I’m lukewarm on the Winding Road article comparing the Lexus GS 350 F Sport and Audi A6, the accompanying photo gallery does a good job of visually contrasting the two cars.
Kevin · May 7th, 2012
Ezra Dyer Reviews the 2013 Lexus GS 350
As a big fan of Ezra Dyer and his Automobile Magazine editorials, I was thrilled to stumble onto his video review of the 2013 Lexus GS 350 over on Motoramic.
Kevin · May 1st, 2012
Motor Trend Comparison: Lexus GS 450h vs. Porsche Panamera Hybrid vs. Infiniti M35h
Two weeks after Motor Trend named the Lexus GS 350 F Sport the best midsize V6 luxury sedan, the magazine has now crowned the GS 450h as the top hybrid sports sedan available, beating the Porsche Panamera Hybrid & Infiniti M35h.
Kevin · April 23rd, 2012