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Originally Posted by faz
Do a search on RX300 transmission problems and you will see those are also prone to costly repairs in and around 100k miles. I came across this when I was looking into buying one a couple of years ago, and when the owner said 'the transmission has been changed too, so you don't have to worry about it!' ... I was like 'what???'... then went searching and never looked at RX again.
Acura TL's also had lots of transmission problems... engine too strong for the transmission to handle, or so they said.
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Yeah, Lexus RX 300 (older model; newer 330 and 350 may be more reliable) could have problematic transmissions at 100k, but they are fairly major-maintenance free otherwise. Anyway, I'd say if you want performance-based AWD and can afford/have time to deal with the maintenance above 100k, get any X5. If you can't afford the maintenance, stick to X5's that have 50k or less miles (warranty). IF you want less road performance, but superior bad weather and off-road function with far superior build quality and reliability, get a Toyota Land Cruiser or 4Runner. NEVER get an Audi though
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