how do lexus cars really compare to european cars?

[jhnkvn]

The matter here isn't really what's practical but it borders more on social perception. The thread itself says it all "how does Lexus compare to European cars?"

I won't argue with that. We buy cars based on social perception. If we aren't, we'll all be going for the best in-technical-specs and that Hyundai's Equus would be selling like hotcakes now thanks to its features and price.

Any "normal" consumer will have less brand prestige for Lexus compared to European cars. Just ask your sister, your mom, or some of the less fortunate people. Europeans cars have long been equated with luxury is because we were brought up to think that they are luxury. You don't see James Bond driving in a Lexus do you?

Now, driving a Lexus will have less brand prestige than driving a BMW to the usual crowd. They'll say "It's a Lexus" or "It's Japanese!" or "Dude, you're driving a Toyota" or some other low-blows you can throw at it. But that's the point of why Lexus is selling well. Because people want to have a less-eyecandy alternative to the usual German or Italian brands.

All of this boils down to the fact on whether you're satisfied. Who are you pleasing?

Then if you're a speed junkie, a 2 second Alpha 12 GT-R would rank on the same page as a Veyron. It might not have the same chassis, or a W16 engine, or the "holy ****, a Veyron!". But you'll still love it is because it's the epitome of speed. In fact, you'll probably love it more because you can further modify it to your liking.

If you're somebody established, a European car such as a S-Class would be befitting of your stature. On the otherhand, if you're a local politician that's embroiled in our PDAF scam, it might be a better idea to roll around in a Lexus rather than a BMW or Porsche ;)