2006 Lexus RX 330 Review Summaries

What reviewers liked most about the Lexus RX 330:

The platform is stiffer than the previous-generation and an optional air suspension system that provides automatic leveling really smoothes out a rough road, either on pavement or off.

-- AutoWeek

You won't have to shell out for the most opulent RX 330 to get safety features like four wheel anti-lock brakes with brake assist...They are standard features, as are all-speed traction control and vehicle stability control.

-- Canadian Driver

It's a classy interior with subdued wood accents, and gorgeous electro-luminescent instrumentation. The seats are all comfortable, the materials used are top notch, and the ergonomic hiccups are minimal.

-- The Car Connection

What reviewers liked least about the Lexus RX 330:

The front chairs are certainly comfortable, but in the rear, although there is headroom and legroom galore, we would have liked a higher seat cushion.

-- Automobile

Despite the requisite comfortable wood trim and leather interior, there's nothing about the RX 330 that jumps out at you and screams 'luxury.'

-- AutoWeek

Lexus RX 330 Comparisons:

The air-suspension-equipped RX...took corners with a much flatter body attitude...We felt it handled as well as, if not better than, the MDX, while maintaining the cushy ride that only a Lexus can deliver.

-- Edmunds.com

Compared with other SUVs of similar price, the RX330 is a step behind the quicker Lincoln Aviator in acceleration, about even with the Acura MDX, and it has Range Rovers and Land Rovers completely covered at any price.

-- Car and Driver

Best one-liner about the Lexus RX 330:

For even greater luxury, buyers are invited to gorge themselves at the options buffet...

-- Automobile

Can they build a muscular crossover without disaffecting core buyers who are swimming in estrogen? Can they attract just as many male as female drivers?

-- The Car Connection