2016 Lexus RX 350 F Sport

The RX is Lexus's mid-size luxury SUV, the one most people cross-shop with the Acura MDX and BMW X5. The ride is exceptionally smooth and quiet, soaking up bumps that would upset other crossovers. Inside, the cabin is hushed and well-built, with comfortable seats and a straightforward layout that's easy to live with. Cargo space is generous for the class, and the rear seats fold flat to swallow bulky items when you need them to. The F Sport is the sporty one in the RX lineup, trading the Base's softer ride for sharper handling and a more aggressive look. Its 3.5L V6 makes 295 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque, paired with the eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, which feels eager and smooth on the road while returning 22 mpg combined. The standard Adaptive Variable Suspension lets you firm things up in Sport S+ mode, so the RX corners flatter than you'd expect from a luxury SUV.