Nonsense. When Lexus entered the market with the LS400, it was in many ways, better than its direct rivals from Europe in performance, quality, engineering sophistication, and value. But competition being the nature of the game, BMW and MB has caught up in many QFD aspects. I think Lexus is sufficiently differentiated from Toyota that they deserve to be recognized as more than "just another Toyota." Certainly, that would be like calling Audi just another VW.
BMW/MB and Lexus go head-to-head in many categories that Lexus offers. Certainly, BMW, MB has many higher end vehicles, but they also have many LOWER end vehicles than the Lexus nameplate. According to industry standards, Lexus customer service is also a lot better.
What's your point? Lexii, like most high-end sporty vehicles are very capable high speed cruisers. All the engineering techniques used by BMW/MB are also available to Toyota.
built and do what it says on the box so do BMW, HONDA
Are you trying to imply that Lexii do not feel safe past 120 mph. I have extensive experience behind the wheels of MBs, BMWs and Lexii and I would beg to differ.
Chip