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Road Test

The Lexus RX is a relaxed cruiser and has proven to deliver a near-headache-free ownership experience. It also offers a quiet and plush cabin, with a proven track record of terrific customer service.

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2014 SUVs Reliability

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Crash and Rollover Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
Good
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
Good
NHTSA Overall Crash
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

Crash and Rollover Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
Good
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
Good
NHTSA Overall Crash
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

Lexus vs. Other New Car Brands

Lexus vs. Other New Car Brands

Crash and Rollover Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
Good
IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
NA
IIHS Side Crash
Good
NHTSA Overall Crash
NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

2014 Luxury midsized SUVs Ratings

$14,200 - $15,475
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EPA MPG 20 mpg
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$10,800 - $13,925
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EPA MPG NA
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$7,500 - $10,150
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EPA MPG 19 mpg
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$9,400 - $13,700
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EPA MPG NA
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$12,050 - $24,000
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EPA MPG 19 mpg
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Features & Specs
Body Style
    4-door SUV
Seating
2 front, 3 rear
Drive Wheels
AWD, Front
Engines Available
  • 3.5-liter V6 (270 hp)
  • 3.5-liter V6 hybrid (295 hp)
Transmissions Available
  • 8-speed automatic
  • 6-speed automatic
  • CVT
Warranty
Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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Model History
2023-
Current Generation

The redesigned 2023 RX is powered by a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which replaced the smooth V6 used in past generations. It's powerful and gets good fuel economy at 24 mpg, but lacks the old V6's silky smoothness. The RX350h is the hybrid version, which is much more sparing with fuel. The ride is comfortable whether with the standard 19-inch tires or optional 21-inch ones. Handling is sound and secure but not sporty. Fit and finish is impeccable and rear seat room is generous. Rear and side visibility are limited and the electronic door latches take some getting used to. The infotainment system's touch screen is not the most intuitive and neither is the gear selector. High end versions with a head-up display have unlabeled steering wheel buttons. For 2024, a plug-in hybrid, the 450h+, with an EPA estimated 37-mile electric range was added.

1999-2003
1999 Redesign Year

The Camry-based RX300 was launched in 1999 as the first car-based luxury SUV. We found it pleasant to drive, with sound handling and a 3.0-liter, 220-hp V6 that performed well. The AWD RX300 lacks a low range, making it appropriate just for adverse weather conditions and moderate off-pavement use, not serious off-roading. The front seats are firm and supportive. The rear seat is too low. Cargo volume is modest. Stability control was made standard for 2001.

2016-2022
2016 Redesign Year

The RX got a 2016 makeover, with avant-garde exterior styling and advanced safety features. Its 3.5-liter V6 is now linked to a new eight-speed automatic, delivering ample power and a commendable 22 mpg overall. The fuel-thrifty 450h hybrid gets an excellent 29 mpg overall. Inside, the RX is very quiet and well-finished. Ride comfort is plush whether you get the base car on 18-inch tires or more uplevel versions with 20-inch tires. Handling, however, is ponderous and devoid of any sporty feel, but ultimately secure. The mouselike controller and interface require a steep learning curve. Rear passengers get lots of leg and knee room. All 2017 models get Lexus Safety System+ as standard equipment, which includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and adaptive cruise control. Blind spot warning and rear cross traffic warning are now standard on all trim lines for the 2021 model year.

2010-2015
2010 Redesign Year

The 2010 redesign brought improved fuel economy for both the conventional and hybrid versions, while retaining the plush and soothing demeanor. However handling became more lackluster, with overly light and vague steering. Still though, the car remains secure when pushed to its limits. Ride comfort is a strong point and the cabin is quiet. Inside is a well-finished interior with comfortable seats and room for five. Cargo room is on the modest side and rear visibility is not ideal. The infotainment system, while gaining in terms of connectivity and capability adapted a convoluted mouse-like controller that interfaces with a center screen for audio, phone and navigation functions. We found this system distracting, less than precise and unintuitive.