Lexus RX vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Lexus RX or Mercedes-Benz S-Class reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Lexus RX and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Lexus RX and Mercedes-Benz S-Class reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Lexus RX and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Lexus RX and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class have been recently.
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Lexus RX Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Lexus RX
blog comments powered by DisqusWhat Our Members Are Saying about Lexus RX Reliability and Durability
| Reliability and Durability of the Lexus RX: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Lexus just makes a very good quality vehicle |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Personal experience with my previous car, a Toyota LandCruiser HDJ100. My RX450h is one year old: no problems reported in 18.000 miles. One of my friend has a 10 years old RX300 with 190.000 miles: no problems reported too. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Lexus vehicles have always been reliable. So far so good with our current vehicle. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Proven brand history of being one of the most reliable vehicles on the road. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Consistent reliability in Consumer Reports. Decent warranty. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
brand reputation and proven performance for long-term problem-free operation |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
From checking with other owners, online forums and CRO, and my own experience, this car is as worry free as it gets. Just no problems, at all. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
No major repairs in 77k miles |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Made by Toyota, enough said. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
I like never having to take it in for repair. I mean never! |
| Reliability and Durability of the Lexus RX: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
WE HAD A 2004 RX - LOVED EVERYTHING EXCEPT THE TRANSMISSION - EXTREMELY JERKY AND FELT LIKE IT WAS NOT GOING TO GET IN GEAR - THE SUV WOULD LITERALLY JERK AROUND. LEXUS SAID IT WAS FINE AND NOT TO WORRY (NO WARRANTY THOUGH) - NO COVERAGE - NO MORE LEXUS |
| 2002 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even after doing alot of research prior to my purchase, I had a major repair just after hitting 100k. The transmission went out and apparently it was very common in the RX300. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reliability and Durability
None of our members have yet commented on the reliability and durability of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
