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Lexus RZ 500e (2025)
Jul 2025 - International First Drive Review
Lexus updates its electric RZ coupe-SUV with more range, more power and better charging.
Lexus updates its electric RZ coupe-SUV with more range, more power and better charging.
Lexus LBX Urban (2024)
Nov 2024 - Irish Review
The most affordable version of the Lexus LBX hybrid surprises with its luxuriousness.
The most affordable version of the Lexus LBX hybrid surprises with its luxuriousness.
Lexus RX 450h+ F Sport Design (2024)
Nov 2024 - Irish Review
The classy Lexus RX can now be had with an F Sport Design package.
The classy Lexus RX can now be had with an F Sport Design package.
Lexus RX 450h+ (2023)
Aug 2023 - Irish Review
The Lexus RX gains plug-in hybrid power. What's it like on Irish roads?
The Lexus RX gains plug-in hybrid power. What's it like on Irish roads?
Lexus RZ 450e (2024)
Mar 2023 - International First Drive Review
Will the all-electric Lexus RZ live up to buyers' expectations when it arrives in 2024?
Will the all-electric Lexus RZ live up to buyers' expectations when it arrives in 2024?
Lexus RX 450h+ (2023)
Sep 2022 - International First Drive Review
The new Lexus RX is plug-in hybrid refinement at its best.
The new Lexus RX is plug-in hybrid refinement at its best.
Lexus NX 450h+ (2022)
Mar 2022 - Irish Review
The new Lexus NX arrives in Ireland, led by the impressive new 450h+ plug-in hybrid model.
The new Lexus NX arrives in Ireland, led by the impressive new 450h+ plug-in hybrid model.
Lexus ES 300h (2022)
Feb 2022 - Irish Review
While the world goes crossover-mad, Lexus still makes a smooth, soothing saloon - the ES 300h.
While the world goes crossover-mad, Lexus still makes a smooth, soothing saloon - the ES 300h.
Lexus NX 450h+ (2022)
Oct 2021 - International First Drive Review
The Lexus NX 450h+ impressively introduces plug-in hybrid power to a new generation of one of the company's best-selling models.
The Lexus NX 450h+ impressively introduces plug-in hybrid power to a new generation of one of the company's best-selling models.
Lexus ES 300h (2022)
Oct 2021 - International First Drive Review
The Lexus ES 300h comes in for an overhaul for 2022, adding subtle improvements to an already refined package.
The Lexus ES 300h comes in for an overhaul for 2022, adding subtle improvements to an already refined package.
Lexus UX 300e (2021)
Oct 2020 - International First Drive Review
We've driven the new all-electric Lexus UX 300e ahead of its 2021 launch.
We've driven the new all-electric Lexus UX 300e ahead of its 2021 launch.
Lexus LC 500 Convertible (2021)
Sep 2020 - International First Drive Review
Removing the roof somehow makes the Lexus LC even more appealing.
Removing the roof somehow makes the Lexus LC even more appealing.
Lexus RX 450h (2020)
Jan 2020 - Irish Review
The luxurious Lexus RX SUV strongly focuses on tech, and it's more relevant than ever.
The luxurious Lexus RX SUV strongly focuses on tech, and it's more relevant than ever.
Lexus UX 250h (2019)
Aug 2019 - Irish Review
Lexus takes its hybrid SUV formula and downsizes it into the new UX 250h. Can it follow in the footsteps of the RX and NX?
Lexus takes its hybrid SUV formula and downsizes it into the new UX 250h. Can it follow in the footsteps of the RX and NX?
Lexus ES 300h F Sport (2019)
Mar 2019 - Irish Review
Could 2019 be the year that Lexus finally cracks the executive saloon class? The ES 300h F Sport is a worthy new entrant.
Could 2019 be the year that Lexus finally cracks the executive saloon class? The ES 300h F Sport is a worthy new entrant.
Lexus RX 450hL
Jan 2019 - Irish Review
Want a premium SUV with lots of seats, but never venture out of town? Check out the Lexus RX 450hL.
Want a premium SUV with lots of seats, but never venture out of town? Check out the Lexus RX 450hL.
Lexus RC 300h Luxury (2019)
Jan 2019 - International First Drive Review
You may not associate hybrid power with the style of a coupe, but the updated Lexus RC might just surprise you.
You may not associate hybrid power with the style of a coupe, but the updated Lexus RC might just surprise you.
Lexus ES 300h Premium (2019)
Jan 2019 - International First Drive Review
The Lexus ES is a good hybrid alternative to the executive car segment dominated by Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz.
The Lexus ES is a good hybrid alternative to the executive car segment dominated by Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz.
Lexus UX 250h F Sport
Sep 2018 - International First Drive Review
With just one powertrain on offer, is the new Lexus UX hybrid crossover limited in appeal?
With just one powertrain on offer, is the new Lexus UX hybrid crossover limited in appeal?
Lexus RX 450hL
Jun 2018 - International First Drive Review
Now with seven seats, the hybrid Lexus RX L becomes a more compelling alternative to the diesel premium SUVs.
Now with seven seats, the hybrid Lexus RX L becomes a more compelling alternative to the diesel premium SUVs.
Lexus LS 500h
May 2018 - Irish Review
The new Lexus LS is a luxury saloon like no other - still want that German barge?
The new Lexus LS is a luxury saloon like no other - still want that German barge?
Lexus LC 500h
Feb 2018 - Irish Review
A Lexus that's more like a Ferrari? You'd better believe it...
A Lexus that's more like a Ferrari? You'd better believe it...
Lexus CT 200h
Nov 2017 - International First Drive Review
Another round of revisions for Lexus' hybrid hatch, but it remains an outsider in its class.
Another round of revisions for Lexus' hybrid hatch, but it remains an outsider in its class.
Lexus NX 300h
Nov 2017 - International First Drive Review
Lexus mildly facelifts its striking-looking NX mid-sized SUV.
Lexus mildly facelifts its striking-looking NX mid-sized SUV.
Lexus LC 500
Aug 2017 - International First Drive Review
Lexus' V8 LC loses out in the power race to the German competition, but can it still be fun to drive?
Lexus' V8 LC loses out in the power race to the German competition, but can it still be fun to drive?
Lexus LC 500h
Aug 2017 - International First Drive Review
Lexus' new coupe is stunning to look at, packed with clever tech, good to drive, and built better than a Rolex.
Lexus' new coupe is stunning to look at, packed with clever tech, good to drive, and built better than a Rolex.
Lexus IS 300h
Jan 2017 - International First Drive Review
Lexus has updated the IS 300h hybrid saloon for 2017, though the core car is the same as before.
Lexus has updated the IS 300h hybrid saloon for 2017, though the core car is the same as before.
Lexus RX 450h
Jun 2016 - Irish Review
Polarising styling meets mass appeal refinement in the Lexus RX 450h SUV.
Polarising styling meets mass appeal refinement in the Lexus RX 450h SUV.
Lexus RC 200t
Apr 2016 - Irish Review
Fancy a sporty two-door coupe with a difference? The Lexus RC makes a quirky alternative to the German norm.
Fancy a sporty two-door coupe with a difference? The Lexus RC makes a quirky alternative to the German norm.
Lexus GS 300h
Apr 2016 - Irish Review
The updated Lexus GS mixes more aggressive looks with a super-smooth (and genuinely frugal) hybrid drivetrain.
The updated Lexus GS mixes more aggressive looks with a super-smooth (and genuinely frugal) hybrid drivetrain.
Lexus RX 450h
Dec 2015 - International First Drive Review
Lexus' hybrid SUV doesn't have the marketplace to itself anymore so is it up to taking on the new competition?
Lexus' hybrid SUV doesn't have the marketplace to itself anymore so is it up to taking on the new competition?
Lexus GS F
Oct 2015 - International First Drive Review
Love the high-revving V8 from the RC F, but need a bit more space? Best check out the new Lexus GS F so.
Love the high-revving V8 from the RC F, but need a bit more space? Best check out the new Lexus GS F so.
Lexus RC F
May 2015 - Irish Review
Lexus gives us a successor to the underrated V8-powered IS F, but can it challenge the BMW M4?
Lexus gives us a successor to the underrated V8-powered IS F, but can it challenge the BMW M4?
Lexus RC F
Jan 2015 - International First Drive Review
Should you cancel your order for the BMW M4? Here's the new Lexus RC F.
Should you cancel your order for the BMW M4? Here's the new Lexus RC F.
Lexus NX 300h
Dec 2014 - Irish Review
The striking looking Lexus NX has arrived to take on the BMW X3 and Audi Q5 - what's it like?
The striking looking Lexus NX has arrived to take on the BMW X3 and Audi Q5 - what's it like?
Lexus NX 300h
Sep 2014 - International First Drive Review
Lexus' entry to the compact premium SUV segment has been a long time coming, but is the NX any good?
Lexus' entry to the compact premium SUV segment has been a long time coming, but is the NX any good?
Lexus GS 300h
Dec 2013 - International First Drive Review
Lexus reckons it can tempt BMW 520d drivers with its new entry-level petrol-electric hybrid GS 300h.
Lexus reckons it can tempt BMW 520d drivers with its new entry-level petrol-electric hybrid GS 300h.
Lexus IS 300h
Aug 2013 - Irish Review
No diesel options for new Lexus IS, but the 300h as an appeal all its own.
No diesel options for new Lexus IS, but the 300h as an appeal all its own.
Lexus IS 300h
Jun 2013 - International First Drive Review
All-new Lexus IS arrives in efficient hybrid-only guise.
All-new Lexus IS arrives in efficient hybrid-only guise.
Lexus GS 450h F Sport
Jul 2012 - Irish Review
Unashamedly aimed at the BMW 5 Series M Sport, how does the sportiest Lexus GS fare on Irish roads?
Unashamedly aimed at the BMW 5 Series M Sport, how does the sportiest Lexus GS fare on Irish roads?
Lexus GS 450h
Jun 2012 - Irish First Drive Review
The fourth generation Lexus GS has arrived in Ireland in 450h form. Is it a real rival for the German marques?
The fourth generation Lexus GS has arrived in Ireland in 450h form. Is it a real rival for the German marques?
Lexus CT 200h
Oct 2010 - International First Drive Review
With one of the lowest emissions figures in the industry, Lexus' new CT 200h goes on sale in November.
With one of the lowest emissions figures in the industry, Lexus' new CT 200h goes on sale in November.
