I can confirm the RX SE-L has the sport mode and ML stereo system plus lots more-power tailgate,memory seats etc etc.Have a good look through the RX forum.You'II find its not unusual to have a noisy dash especially in cold weather,there are other faults to look out for so as I mentioned earlier look through the RX forum.My RX300 SE-L 53reg 04 model year has the usual creaks but I still enjoy driving it.