HSE vs HSE-Lux Leather

[GermanRoots]

I don't understand the purpose to the extended leather in cars. Just not sold on that one.

From my perspective it's purely cosmetic. It's one I did, but could live without. It also seems to be a little bit more work to keep clean.

 

[samcarloso]

The only reason I would consider extended leather option is for the extra padding on the top door panel, as I always find myself using that as an arm rest.

 

[GermanRoots]

The only reason I would consider extended leather option is for the extra padding on the top door panel, as I always find myself using that as an arm rest.

Good point, that definitely holds true for me. It is softer than my 2010 that didn't have that option.

 

[atlantaM3]

The only reason I would consider extended leather option is for the extra padding on the top door panel, as I always find myself using that as an arm rest.

Bingo! plus the leather isn't grained, so feels better, at least to me.

 

[Surfrider77]

Extneded leather looks a lot better! The big center console hatch becomes covered in leather with contrast stitching as well as upper door sills, etc that other have pointed out.

 

[mbw]

I opted out of the extended on my Lux, I also use it as an arm rest, but I wanted to use the more durable materials there. I think the non-extended stuff is still very nice to touch. It also wasn't as good of a value for the money.

 

[Surfrider77]

Extended is only 1k, right?

I say "only" because other manufacturers are charging 3x as much for the same. (BMW, Merc, etc)

 

[epiclr4]

I tend to agree with mbw. A $1,000 is almost a set of tires, rack or protection items when compared to some leather on the dash and doors.

Again, I just don't think its for me.

 

[cypress822]

Not worth it

 

[Disco4Play]

I've got the poor man's version - 2012 LR4 Base. That being said I have the base leather package. I have 32,000 miles and my leather shows absolutely so signs of wear at all. I condition every quarter, but not a big deal. It's held up really well. I think it's sportier and more durable than that fancy stuff y'all have! ;-)