Lexus RX 450h is a five-seat medium-size vehicle in the Luxury SUV category. For the 2016 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same 3.5L V-6 engine that produces 308 horsepower, which is enough for the 4,608 to 4,740 lbs. SUV to reach 60 mph from zero in 7.7 seconds. EPA-estimated annual premium gasoline expense is $2,300, which over the course of five years will cost you $1,000 in extra fuel spending.
2016 RX 450h has a relatively short wheelbase ( 109.8 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 4608 - 4740 lbs.
2016 RX 450h seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only two measurements - legs and hips - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on head. When it comes to second-row passenger room, RX 450h ia a class-leader on only one measurement - hips - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs, shoulders, and head. Cargo volume behind second-row seats is smaller than the average among its peers with 18 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 RX 450h Base | 2016 RX 450h F SPORT |
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Starging MSRP | $52,235 | $57,045 |
Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
HP | 308 hp | 308 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 7.7 sec | 7.9 sec |
City | 31 MPG | 30 MPG |
Highway | 30 MPG | 28 MPG |
Combined | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,300 | $2,300 |
2016 RX 450h SUV comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $159 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average more powerful engine, RX 450h has a class-leading fuel economy of 30 mpg.
Customers have filed seventeen complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also two recalls issued by Lexus, which by itself is a relatively low number.