WHILE the $70,000-plus large-SUV segment has been in decline for the last few years, the Lexus RX has been on a roll, moving from seventh position to third during that time and therefore increasing its share along the way.

But, as always, automotive life comes at you fast, so it’s time for the RX’s mid-life facelift, and unsurprisingly, Lexus has gone all in with an array of upgrades that improve styling, connectivity, ride and handling.

Having attempted to address several of the criticisms levelled at the fourth-generation RX, has Lexus struck the right balance that will see its large SUV climb another rung or two in its class? Read on to find out.