Lexus RX
A really good car. It has more than justified its price. Rust-free bodywork. Gear changes seamlessly, roomy interior. Powerful engine
Requires little investment, just the obvious things like brakes and regular maintenance.
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This generation of Lexus RX has been produced from January, 2012 to December, 2015. We can provide information about 3 modifications of this generation. 2012 Lexus RX is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (1 version) and front wheel drive (2 versions).
This Lexus is available with two petrol engines with displacement from 2.7 to 3.5 litres and power of from 188 to 277 horsepower un one hybrid engine with power of 299 HP.
The car is available with only with automatic gearbox.
Lexus RX average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 9.8 to 10.6 litres per 100km, but for hybrid - approximately 7.8 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Lexus RX petrol engine version is Lexus RX 270, consuming 9.8 litres per 100km.
Lexus RX CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 316 to 337 grams per kilometer, but for hybrid - approximately 145 grams per kilometer. From Lexus RX with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Lexus RX 270 which produces an average of 316 grams of CO2 per kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7.4 seconds has Lexus RX 450h 2WD version, conversely the tardiest one is Lexus RX 270 reaching this speed only in 11 seconds. The maximum top speed is 200 km/h for the 2.7 petrol 4-cylinder 188 hp version (Lexus RX 270) and the 3.5 petrol 6-cylinder 277 hp version (Lexus RX 350 4WD).
Lenght of Lexus RX is 477 cm, it is decent size car. For comparison - Lexus RX is about 2 cm longer than Jeep Grand Cherokee, but 4 cm shorter than Volvo XC90. Lexus RX gross weight is from 2410 to 2615 kg (depending on modification), which is about 11 percent lighter than the average for this age and class.
This Lexus is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 27 500 €. Users calculated Lexus RX 2012 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 5500 € cost per year and 0.32 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 49%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 15% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Lexus RX for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Lexus RX prices and costs.
Lexus RX modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Lexus RX 2012 2.7 270
Most fuel efficient version |
2.7 Petrol | 188 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Front wheel |
Lexus RX 2012 3.5 350 4WD
Most powerfull version (277 HP) |
3.5 Petrol | 277 HP | 10.6 l/100km | All wheel |
Lexus RX 2012 3.5 450h 2WD
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds |
3.5 Hybrid | 299 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Front wheel |
Lexus RX safety
During safety testing Lexus RX has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Lexus RX is evaluated with outstanding rate 91 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 82 from 100, for pedestrian protection Lexus RX got 79 points from 100.
Lexus RX safety equipment has been rated as good - 77 percents from 100.
Lexus RX prices
Lexus RX 2012 - 2015 crossover price in Latvia is from 13000 € to 47000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Lexus RX price is entirely high - Lexus RX is approximately for 12 percents more expensive then average crossovers of this age (compare crossovers 2012 - 2015 prices). Lexus RX high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Lexus could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Lexus RX 2016 price | 35 000 € | 37 000 € | 38 000 € | |
Lexus RX 2015 price | 22 000 € | 24 000 € | 26 500 € | |
Lexus RX 2014 price | 15 000 € | 16 000 € | 17 000 € | |
Lexus RX 2013 price | 15 500 € | 18 000 € | 21 500 € | |
Lexus RX 2012 price | 13 000 € | 15 500 € | 19 000 € |
Lexus RX total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Lexus RX? Users calculated Lexus RX 2012 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 5500 € cost per year and 0.32 € cost per one kilometer.
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Lexus RX features (options)
Percentage of Lexus RX with corresponding feature (option)
90% Rain sensor
90% Metallic paint
82% Tire pressure control
72% Leather upholstery
70% Electrically adjustable seats
70% Heated seats
70% Rear-view camera
68% Electrically adjustable steering wheel
64% Rear parking sensors
61% Front parking sensors
59% Navigation
52% Ventilated seats
48% Cruise control
47% Conditioning
44% Roof bars (railings)
44% Dimming mirrors
43% Xenon headlights
41% Adaptive cruise control
39% Heated steering wheel
35% Distance control
27% Sunroof
24% Bi-xenon lights
21% Adjustable steering wheel
16%
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Lexus RX reviews
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Pros: A really good car. It has more than justified its price. Rust-free bodywork. Gear changes seamlessly, roomy interior. Powerful engine
Requires little investment, just the obvious things like brakes and regular maintenance.
Cons: Eats much more on the motorway than in the city. Heavy, can slip on sharp bends.
Purchase year: | 2015 age of car 7 years) | Owned for | 50`000 kilometers (4 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 12.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 300 € (~ 75 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend