| The Lexus RX300 is the most sought after luxury | | | | control, a brake assist feature, a 3-point center rear |
| SUV and with good reason. This model is so popular | | | | seatbelt, and child safety seat anchors. Other |
| today because it is now very affordable and continues | | | | improved features on the 2001 year used Lexus SUV |
| to stand the test of time in performance, reliability, and | | | | are an alloy spare wheel (earlier used Lexus SUV |
| design. But with 5 years of models to choose from, | | | | models will have a steel spare wheel), an enlarged fuel |
| you'll want to make sure that you choose the year | | | | tank, and a redesigned grill. You'll find some different |
| model that you'll enjoy the most. | | | | options when comparison shopping the 2002 used |
| One of the greatest benefits of buying used is that | | | | Lexus SUV as well, such as all black leather trim, a |
| consumers have the opportunity to see how various | | | | wood steering wheel and gearshift knob, and heated |
| year models performed after being road tested in | | | | seats with dual warmth levels. Earlier year models of |
| every day life. The longer a model is in production, the | | | | the RX300 Lexus SUV also have heated seats, but |
| more time that carmakers have to respond to | | | | offer only one heat setting. |
| consumer feedback and perfect the model. In this | | | | Recalls for this 2001 model |
| article, we'll look at the variations and recalls for each | | | | ·Exterior lights (2006): see 2006 exterior light recall |
| of the RX300 model years to help you choose the | | | | for 1999 models. |
| right used Lexus SUV. | | | | Lexus RX300 – 2002 |
| Lexus RX300 – 1999 | | | | With so many changes in 2001, Lexus made only a |
| The RX300 is the original Lexus SUV and the one that | | | | few minor adjustments in 2002. In the year 2002 used |
| the public instantly fell in love with. Lexus doesn't | | | | Lexus SUV you'll find all of the improved 2001 features |
| consider the RX300 an "SUV," but a crossover | | | | along with an improved navigation system. The |
| vehicle; something between a luxury auto and an SUV. | | | | navigation system in the 2002 used Lexus SUV |
| In fact, the low range gearing of the RX300 makes | | | | includes the ability to calculate multiple routes, has |
| this used Lexus SUV more of an "all weather, on | | | | simplified graphics, and allows you to preview routes. |
| road" wagon as opposed to an off-roading style SUV. | | | | Also added to this year's used Lexus SUV is a faster |
| For a used SUV with true off-roading power, Lexus | | | | computer and a dashboard screen for playing movies. |
| offers the LX470. | | | | Recalls for this 2002 model |
| Recalls for this 1999 model | | | | ·Exterior lights (2006): see 2006 exterior light recall |
| ·Exterior lights (2006): Certain CK Motorsports | | | | for 1999 models. |
| exterior lights sold as replacement lamps for are not | | | | Lexus RX300 – 2003 |
| equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to | | | | The 2003 used Lexus SUV is identical to the 2002 |
| federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108 | | | | used SUV, aside from being manufactured one year |
| ·Headlights (1999): The headlights and taillights may | | | | later. By 2002, Lexus had worked out the kinks in the |
| not automatically illuminate in low ambient light when | | | | RX300 design, added features in response to |
| the headlight switch is placed in the "auto" position. | | | | customer feedback, and successfully grew the |
| ·Brake Tube (1999): If one of the dual brake lines | | | | RX300 into a top selling vehicle. You won't find an |
| fails when the driver applies the brake, the vehicle will | | | | RX300 used Lexus SUV beyond the year 2003. In |
| feel unstable | | | | 2004, Lexus concentrated on the RX330, the |
| Lexus RX300 – 2000 | | | | successor of the RX300. |
| The 2000 year model Lexus SUV RX300 is very | | | | Recalls for this 2003 model |
| similar to the 1999 version in both design and | | | | ·Exterior lights (2006): see 2006 exterior light recall |
| performance. In fact the only difference you'll find in the | | | | for 1999 models. |
| year 2000, is a trailer hitch. You may find some 2000 | | | | Those in the market for a used Lexus SUV will find |
| used model Lexus SUVs with a satellite based | | | | the RX300 to be a strong model and a great value. |
| navigation system as this was an optional add-on for | | | | The classic styling gives any year of this SUV a look |
| this year. | | | | that remains stylish and attractive today. Recalls are |
| Recalls for this 2000 model | | | | very few for the Lexus SUV, with 4 of the 5 models |
| ·Exterior lights (2006): see 2006 exterior light recall | | | | being recalled only for replacement lights. Today, Lexus |
| for 1999 models. | | | | is still on the cutting edge of SUV design with its |
| Lexus RX300 – 2001 | | | | introduction of the RX400h, first hybrid SUV, in 2005. |
| You'll find lots of new features on the 2001 used | | | | Best of all, any used model Lexus SUV has proven to |
| Lexus SUV. 2001 is the year that Lexus focused on | | | | stand the test of time in performance and reliability. |
| additional safety with features like a vehicle skid | | | | |