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Lexus RX Review, For Sale, Colours, Models, Interior & News

The Lexus RX was one of the earliest takes on the idea of a luxury SUV, and it has stood the test of time over several generations as a model that offers the right size, price and intent for plenty of Australian customers. 

Ultimately, the Lexus RX offers customers a great amount of choice: the option of five or seven seats, three different powertrains including turbo, V6 and hybrid, and a multitude of trim levels to suit each buyer’s specific wants and needs

The current Lexus RX range kicks off with the RX RX350 F-Sport priced from $101,745 and ranges through to the flagship RX RX350 Sports Luxury + EP2 at $111,645

Lexus RX Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Lexus RX varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $101,745 and going to $111,645 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2024 SUV 2.4L, —, 8 SP AUTO $101,745 $111,645
2023 SUV 2.4L, —, 8 SP AUTO $92,180 $116,600
2022 SUV 2.0L, PULP, 6 SP AUTO $67,540 $118,140
2021 SUV 2.0L, PULP, 6 SP AUTO $66,880 $115,940
2020 SUV 2.0L, PULP, 6 SP AUTO $63,690 $113,960
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Lexus RX Interior

The RX interior is spacious without feeling like you're in a warehouse. The design is interesting and materials are premium.

Lexus RX Interior

Lexus RX Seats

The Lexus RX has five seats - the previous generation model was available with a seven-seat option. The rear seats fold 40/20/40 via a button in the boot and the rear seat backrests recline for extra comfort.

Lexus RX Seats

Lexus RX Colours

Sonic Quartz, Titanium, Sonic Chrome, Sonic Iridium, Graphite Black, Vermillion, Sonic Copper, Khaki Metal and Deep Blue.

  • Sonic Quartz
  • Titanium
  • Sonic Chrome
  • Sonic Iridium
  • Graphite Black
  • Vermillion
  • Sonic Copper
  • Khaki Metal
  • Deep Blue
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.

Lexus RX Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Lexus RX here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • Lexus RX350 2007: Are they reliable?

    It’s unlikely that a manufacturing fault should show up after 11 years. I suspect that you’re just unlucky and its one of those freak thing that can happen. Even the best cars sometimes break down.

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  • What's the average price of an '04 Lexus RX330 sports luxury?

    If you were buying it you would pay $9000-$11,500; if you were trading it in you would get $6500-$8500. On average it would have done between 130,000 and 240,000 km.

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  • Is RX350 Sport Luxury missing a safety feature?

    Lexus says all of the individual features in the package are fitted to the Sport Luxury but they are not linked because that setup is focused on performance driving and it was not regarded as a priority for the luxury flagship.

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  • Kluger or RX 3250?

    I am not a fan of the new Kluger, so it would definitely be the Lexus RX for me.

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Lexus RX Dimensions

The dimensions of the Lexus RX SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2024 SUV 1695x1920x4890 mm 190 mm
2023 SUV 1695x1920x4890 mm 190 mm
2022 SUV 1690x1895x4890 mm 200 mm
2021 SUV 1690x1895x4890 mm 200 mm
2020 SUV 1690x1895x4890 mm 200 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Lexus RX Dimensions

Lexus RX Accessories

Standard equipment includes three-zone climate control, heated and eight-way adjustable power front seats, electric steering wheel adjust, rain-sensing wipers, a 14-inch multimedia setup with wired Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay, digital radio, sat nav, 12-speaker audio system, five USB-C (and one USB-A) ports and more.

Lexus RX Accessories

Lexus RX Boot Space

With all seats in place the RX can swallow 612 liters of cargo, and with the rear seats folded that expands to 1678L.

Lexus RX Boot space

Lexus RX Towing Capacity

The Lexus RX has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2024 SUV 1500kg 1500kg
2023 SUV 1500kg 1500kg
2022 SUV 0kg 1500kg
2021 SUV 0kg 1500kg
2020 SUV 0kg 1500kg
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Lexus RX Engine

The RX350h features a series parallel hybrid system consisting of a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, a front-mounted motor and a nickel-metal hydride battery. Total power for the system is pegged at 184kW and it uses a a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

The RX350 has a 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine pumping out 205kW/430Nm, while using an eight-speed torque converter automatic transmission.

The RX500h combines a 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with a hybrid setup for maximum power of 273kW - matched with a six-speed auto.

Lexus RX Engine

Lexus RX Wheel Size

The Lexus RX has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 235x50 R21 for SUV in 2024.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2024 SUV 235x50 R21 235x50 R21
2023 SUV 235x50 R21 235x50 R21
2022 SUV 235x65 R18 235x65 R18
2021 SUV 235x65 R18 235x65 R18
2020 SUV 235x65 R18 18x8 inches 235x65 R18 18x8 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Lexus RX Wheel Sizes

Lexus RX Fuel Consumption

The Lexus RX is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by —, PULP and Hyb/PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 8.7L/100km for SUV /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2024 SUV 8.7L/100km 2.4L 8 SP AUTO
2023 SUV 8.7L/100km 2.4L 8 SP AUTO
2023 SUV 8.7L/100km 2.4L PULP 8 SP AUTO
2022 SUV 5.7L/100km 3.5L Hyb/PULP CVT AUTO
2022 SUV 8.1L/100km 2.0L PULP 6 SP AUTO
2022 SUV 8.7L/100km 2.4L 8 SP AUTO
2021 SUV 5.7L/100km 3.5L Hyb/PULP CVT AUTO
2021 SUV 8.1L/100km 2.0L PULP 6 SP AUTO
2020 SUV 5.7L/100km 3.5L Hyb/PULP CVT AUTO
2020 SUV 8.1L/100km 2.0L PULP 6 SP AUTO
* Combined fuel consumption See All Lexus RX Pricing and Specs for 2024

Lexus RX Speed

The RX350h 2WD does 0-100km/h in 8.1sec, the 350h AWD is 7.9sec, while the RX350 petrol is 7.6sec and the RX500h Performance hybrid covers the sprint in 6.2sec.

Lexus RX Range

Hybrid RX has 65-litre fuel tank and the petrol models have 67.5L. Fuel economy is 5.0L/100km for the RX350h 2WD, 5.4L for the 350h AWD, 8.7L for the RX350 petrol AWD and 6.5L for the RX500h.