Lexus RX 2003 3.3 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Lexus RX 2003 330 4WD has been produced from January, 2003 to December, 2009. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.3 litres, which produces power of 230 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 328 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Lexus RX 3.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Lexus RX 2003 330 4WD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Lexus RX 2003 330 4WD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.

Lexus RX 2003 330 4WD technical data
Model: | Lexus RX 330 4WD | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2003. January ... 2009. December | ||
Engine: | 3302 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 230 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 328 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres (19 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.73m (length) 1.84m (width) 1.68m (height) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 2130 litres (with rear seats folded down) |
Lexus RX 2003 330 4WD engine 3MZ-FE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 3310 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 92 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.8 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Lexus RX 2003 330 4WD oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
Power | 225 - 255 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 - 350 NM ON 3600 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Toyota |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 13 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 2005 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Toyota Sienna Lexus ES |
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. |
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All Lexus RX crossover [2003 - 2009] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Lexus RX 2003 3.0 300 4x4 Mai 2003 — Apr 2006 | 3.0 Petrol | 204 HP | 12.2 l/100km | All wheel |
Lexus RX 2003 3.3 330
Most fuel efficient version |
3.3 Petrol | 230 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Front wheel |
Lexus RX 2003 3.3 330 4WD | 3.3 Petrol | 230 HP | - | All wheel |
Lexus RX 2005 3.3 400h 4x4
Jul 2005 — Jan 2009 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds |
3.3 Hybrid | 270 HP | 8.1 l/100km | All wheel |
Lexus RX 2006 3.5 350 4x4
Apr 2006 — Jan 2009 Most powerfull version (272 HP) |
3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 11.2 l/100km | All wheel |