WilliamMia said:
Toyota has Lexus reliability.
You’re talking about the US market, right? Any differences with European Lexus models?
Generally, the Toyotas made in Japan are the best ones. Many Toyotas in Europe aren’t made in Japan. But Lexus models for Europe are all made in Japan.
If you’re in Europe, go for a Lexus if you want the best chance at reliability.
WilliamMia said:
Toyota has Lexus reliability.
You’re talking about the US market, right? Any differences with European Lexus models?
In the UK, Toyota and Lexus have always been reliable in surveys. Here’s a recent one: What Car? Reliability Survey: Most and least reliable car brands | What Car?. They’ve been in the top 10 for years.
WilliamMia said:
Toyota has Lexus reliability.
You’re talking about the US market, right? Any differences with European Lexus models?
Honestly, it depends. The newer ones are really solid, but dealers and part prices can be a pain, especially in places dominated by German brands. I’d personally go for a BMW 320D if I was in Europe. You don’t give up much on reliability, but you gain in performance and dealer network.
WilliamMia said:
Toyota has Lexus reliability.
It’s often said that the Japan factory assembling Lexus is the best one Toyota has. Top workers from other Toyota plants can get promoted there. They start with 4Runners, then move up to Lexus and Land Cruisers. It’s a big deal within Toyota, and it helps keep their quality high.
Check out ‘The Car Care Nut’ on YouTube. He knows a lot about Toyota and Lexus. I’ve learned tons from his videos.
Nile said:
Check out ‘The Car Care Nut’ on YouTube. He knows a lot about Toyota and Lexus. I’ve learned tons from his videos.
Nile said:
Check out ‘The Car Care Nut’ on YouTube. He knows a lot about Toyota and Lexus. I’ve learned tons from his videos.
And he’s not afraid to point out their problems either.
Like the UR V8, which is known for head gasket issues and warped blocks around 200k miles. He mentioned in a video that he had 8 Land Cruisers and GXs with the same issue. One customer got quoted $20k for a repair because the block was warped.
@Bradley
I should watch that. I mostly watch his videos about the 2nd-gen Highlander since I have one, but I’m always interested in Land Cruiser content too.
Nile said:
Check out ‘The Car Care Nut’ on YouTube. He knows a lot about Toyota and Lexus. I’ve learned tons from his videos.
He’s great. Even if I’m not interested in the topic, I still watch because I always end up learning something.
@TomHenry
Totally agree, he knows the history and how to keep these cars in top shape.
Probably even more reliable. The factories making Lexus cars are top-tier.
Kit said:
Probably even more reliable. The factories making Lexus cars are top-tier.
I thought Toyota got the new tech first, and then it went to Lexus after a year or two?
Kit said:
Probably even more reliable. The factories making Lexus cars are top-tier.
I thought Toyota got the new tech first, and then it went to Lexus after a year or two?
Nope, it’s actually the other way around. Lexus gets the new tech first, then it trickles down to Toyota.
Lexus is like a testing ground for fancy stuff that they might later put in Toyota models, once they know it works well.
@Ethan
That’s like using Wikipedia as a source. Not super reliable.
Finch said:
@Ethan
That’s like using Wikipedia as a source. Not super reliable.
I’ve had both over the past 20 years. Lexus always got the cool tech before Toyota. Can you imagine if a Toyota had more features than a Lexus? It wouldn’t make sense.
@Whitney
Exactly, why would anyone think otherwise? 
Finch said:
@Ethan
That’s like using Wikipedia as a source. Not super reliable.
Honestly, Wikipedia would be better.
Finch said:
@Ethan
That’s like using Wikipedia as a source. Not super reliable.
Hey, if you don’t trust it for your research paper, fair enough.
But for everyday stuff, it’s a quick way to find basic info. And trust me, Lexus gets the good tech first. Just sit inside one and you’ll see.
@Ethan
Not true. I worked at a Toyota/Lexus plant. Even the manufacturing robots for Lexus are usually older, trusted systems.
Fable said:
@Ethan
Not true. I worked at a Toyota/Lexus plant. Even the manufacturing robots for Lexus are usually older, trusted systems.
Interesting. Can you share more about that?