Lexus RX 2012 3.5 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Lexus RX 2012 350 4WD has been produced from January, 2012 to December, 2015. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 277 horsepower on 6200 rpm and torque 346 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available.
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This Lexus RX 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-20, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.2 litres.
Lexus RX 2012 350 4WD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Lexus RX 2012 350 4WD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Lexus RX 2012 350 4WD fuel consumption is 10.6 litres per 100km (9.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 14.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 72 litres or 19.02 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 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 350 4WD technical data
| Model: | Lexus RX 350 4WD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2015. December | ||
| Engine: | 3456 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 337 g/km |
| Power: | 277 HP ON 6200 RPM | Torque: | 346 NM ON 4700 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.6 (combined) 14.3 (urban) 8.4 (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: | 2545 kg | ||
Lexus RX 2012 350 4WD engine 2GR-FE
| Engine displacement | 3456 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 94 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 83 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.8 : 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. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 300,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Lexus RX 2012 350 4WD oil type | 5W-20, 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 250 - 280 HP ON 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 - 350 NM ON 4700 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Toyota |
| Start of production (year) | 2004 |
| Duration of production | 20 years |
| Engine also used on | Toyota RAV4 Toyota Camry Toyota Sienna Lexus ES and 2 other models |
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 [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 |
|
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 |