2018 Lexus RX 350 Sport

The RX 350 is Lexus's midsize luxury SUV, the one that started the whole crossover wave and still anchors the lineup. It's tuned for smooth, quiet cruising rather than sporty hustle, which is exactly what most buyers want from it. The cabin is a quiet, well-built place with comfortable seats and a generous cargo area behind the rear seats. The infotainment uses a touchpad controller that takes some getting used to, but the standard safety suite is comprehensive. Stepping up to the Sport from the base model adds the F Sport package's sharper styling, adaptive suspension, and the LFA-inspired digital instrument cluster. The 3.5L V6 produces 295 horsepower and drives the front wheels through an eight-speed automatic, returning 23 mpg combined. The F Sport's Adaptive Variable Suspension lets you firm up the ride in Sport S+ mode, but the trade is a stiffer feel on broken pavement.