Lexus RX 2016 350 AWD

Lexus RX 2016 3.5 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Lexus RX 2016 350 AWD has been produced from January, 2016 to January, 2019. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 300 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 360 Nm (Newton metres) on 4700 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Lexus RX 3.5 engine oil type is 0W-20 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.

Lexus RX 2016 350 AWD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
Lexus RX 2016 350 AWD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Lexus RX 2016 350 AWD in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9 litres per 100km (11.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 12.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 73 litres or 19.29 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1040 kilometers on highway.

With the same engine there is also Lexus RX version with front wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Lexus RX 2016 3.5 350 V6 AT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 10.2 litres per 100 km.
Lexus RX 2016

Lexus RX 2016 350 AWD technical data

Model: Lexus RX 350 AWD
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2016. January ... 2019. January 
Engine: 3456 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 300 HP ON 6300 RPM Torque: 360 NM ON 4700 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 200 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.0 (combined) 12.7 (urban) 6.9 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 73 litres (19.3 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.89m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.71m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.8 meters
Ground clearance: 200 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 553 litres
Gross weight: 2575 kg

Lexus RX 2016 350 AWD engine 2GR-FKS

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 3456 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 94 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 83 mm
Compression ratio 11.8 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Lexus RX 2016 350 AWD oil type 0W-20
Oil capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Power 280 - 315 HP ON 6300 RPM
Torque 360 - 380 NM ON 4700 RPM
Engine manufacturer Toyota
Start of production (year) 2015
Duration of production 9 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2018 onwards.

Engine also used on Lexus IS Lexus GS Toyota Tacoma

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Lexus RX crossover [2016 - 2019] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
Lexus RX 2016 2.0 200t Jan 2016 — Jan 2019

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 238 HP 7.8 l/100km Front wheel
Lexus RX 2016 2.0 200t AWD Jan 2016 — Jan 2019 2.0 Petrol 238 HP 7.9 l/100km All wheel
Lexus RX 2016 3.5 350L V6 3.5 Petrol 290 HP 10.2 l/100km Front wheel
Lexus RX 2016 3.5 350L V6 4x4 3.5 Petrol 290 HP 10.7 l/100km All wheel
Lexus RX 2016 3.5 350 F Sport V6 3.5 Petrol 295 HP 10.2 l/100km Front wheel
Lexus RX 2016 3.5 350 V6

Most powerfull version (300 HP)

3.5 Petrol 300 HP 10.2 l/100km Front wheel
Lexus RX 2016 3.5 350 AWD Jan 2016 — Jan 2019

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7 seconds

3.5 Petrol 300 HP 9.0 l/100km All wheel
Lexus RX 2016 3.5 450h AWD Jan 2016 — Jan 2019 3.5 Hybrid 313 HP 5.2 l/100km All wheel
Lexus RX 2016 reviews
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