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03/12/2020 5:54 pm

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I have been driving a 2008 Lexus ES350 that was passed down from my parents, so far it has 140000 miles on it, no major issues, just swapping out old parts here and there. I am interested in switching to a compact SUV without losing too much of the performance/reliability that the ES had to offer.

Seeing more people have started adapting hybrid cars I too did some research. I am debating between the Lexus NX300h and the Toyota Prime, except the former is using an older hybrid system so it is not as fuel efficient and has worse performance and horsepower when compared to other Lexus NX trims. What is your advice? Which one should I get? Should I wait a couple more years for the new NX when they start using the Rav4 base or should I jump on the Toyota Prime wagon now, or is there any other models that I should consider? Thank you in advance!

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03/12/2020 6:38 pm

If it was me, … I would just drive that 2008 Lexus ES350 for another 140,000 miles!

… but if you must have a hybrid now, … consider a new RAV4 Prime, perhaps?

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Thank you for your response! To follow up on your answer I think the reason I am considering getting a new/newer used car is that I don't know if I should keep spending money to repair the car. This year I spent around $2000 to get a new CV axle + new wheel bearing + O2 sensor repair. I feel like I might need to get a new suspension soon as the car has become floaty when I drive it. Is this normal and is it an investment worth making? Thank you!

By mitsshimiz Topic starter 03/12/2020 6:49 pm

That depends on a current overall condition of your car. I subscribe to the rule which goes something like this: … How much can I get for my current car in "as-is" condition? / How much do I have to spend in the next 6 - 8 months to make it run for another two to three years? If repairs, maintenance, et al. estimate is larger than the price I will get selling it now, … I sell the car and get replacement. But that’s just me, …

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By Figmund Sreud 03/12/2020 7:20 pm

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Got it, thanks for the suggestion!

By mitsshimiz Topic starter 03/12/2020 8:34 pm

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03/12/2020 7:39 pm

If you need to buy a SUV, get a RX350. That is the closest to ES350.

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Thanks for the suggestion, I will definitely look into that!

By mitsshimiz Topic starter 03/12/2020 8:33 pm

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03/12/2020 6:52 pm

I’ll buy your Lexus, how much?

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For reals?I don't honestly don't know what would be a fair price, cosmetically my car is not in the greatest shape (leather seats have a lot of tears) but if you are still interested please feel free to email me at mitsshimiz@gmail.com, I would be happy to share some pictures

By mitsshimiz Topic starter 03/12/2020 7:13 pm

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04/12/2020 9:53 am

I'm with Scotty on hybrids, I'm not a fan of them. I have a 14 RX I bought new with 55k on the clock. It's never been repaired and if something ever happens to it I'll buy another one. Another non hybrid Toyota/Lexus is your best bet.