Lexus RX 2012 2.7 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Lexus RX 2012 270 has been produced from January, 2012 to December, 2015. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.7 litres, which produces power of 188 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 252 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Lexus RX 2.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.4 litres.
Lexus RX 2012 270 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Lexus RX 2012 270 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
Lexus RX 2012 270 fuel consumption is 9.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 72 litres or 19.02 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
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 2012 270 technical data
| Model: | Lexus RX 270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 2672 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 316 g/km |
| Power: | 188 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 252 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 (combined) 13.3 (urban) 7.7 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres (19 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.77m (length) 1.89m (width) 1.73m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 446 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1570 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2410 kg | ||
Lexus RX 2012 270 engine 1AR-FE
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 | 2672 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 90 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 105 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 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 2012 270 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 quarts) |
| Power | 180 - 190 HP ON 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 - 255 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Toyota |
| Start of production (year) | 2008 |
| Duration of production | 17 years |
| Engine also used on | Toyota Highlander |
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All Lexus RX crossover [2012 - 2015] 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 |
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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 |