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| The hybrid experts at TheCarConnection.com researched and drove the 2010 Lexus RX 450h to put together this complete review. Editors studied and assembled the best, most incisive opinions from around the Web, while adding in opinions and observations where they help you to make a better shopping decision. |
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| Road Test |
Highway fuel economy not much better than gas-only version
The 2010 Lexus RX 450h carries a torch--for advanced hybrid technology, for better fuel economy, but mostly, for the luxurious look and feel of the previous model. It’s so close in shape to the outgoing RX 400h, it’s hard for observers to tell the difference from the previous crossover hybrid’s shape.
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| Positive Points |
- Smooth, controlled ride
- The Lexus ownership experience
- New "Remote Touch" controller has cutting-edge feel
- Big boost to EPA city fuel-economy numbers
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| Negative Points |
- "Remote Touch" is still a computer interface
- Looks very, very similar to outgoing version
- Driving feel is less pleasing than gas-only version
- Highway fuel economy not much better than gas-only version
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