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Pricing & Fees RX 450h FWD RX 450h AWD
Base MSRP $45,910 [1] $47,310 [1]
Delivery, Processing
& Handling Fee		 $875 [2] $875 [2]
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Engine		 RX 450h FWD RX 450h AWD
Type Atkinson cycle 60o V6, aluminum block and heads  Atkinson cycle 60o V6, aluminum block and heads 
Displacement 3.5 liters (211 cubic inches)  3.5 liters (211 cubic inches) 
Valvetrain Four cam, four valves per cylinder, with Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i)  Four cam, four valves per cylinder, with Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) 
Compression Ratio 12.5:1  12.5:1 
Electric-Drive Motors Front high-output, permanent-magnet, electric-drive motors  Front and rear high-output, permanent-magnet, electric-drive motors 
Total System Horsepower 295 hp [3]  295 hp [3] 
Emission Rating Certified Super Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV II)  Certified Super Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV II) 
 
Performance		 RX 450h FWD RX 450h AWD
0–60 MPH Acceleration 7.8 seconds [3] [4]  7.4 seconds [3] [4] 
1/4-Mile Acceleration 16.1 seconds [3] [4]  15.7 seconds [3] [4] 
Top Track Speed (electronically limited) 112 mph [3] [4]  112 mph [3] [4] 
EPA Fuel Economy Ratings (city/highway/combined) 32/28/30 mpg [5]  30/28/29 mpg [5] 
Aerodynamic Drag Coefficient 0.33  0.33 
Turning Circle 38.8 ft  38.8 ft 
 
Drivetrain		 RX 450h FWD RX 450h AWD
Transmission Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence (ECVT-i) with Sequential Shift, Sport and Snow modes  Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission with intelligence (ECVT-i) with Sequential Shift, Sport and Snow modes 
Drive Wheels Front-wheel drive  Part-time all-wheel drive (AWD) [9] with rear electric-drive motors 
 
Chassis		 RX 450h FWD RX 450h AWD
Suspension (front) Independent MacPherson struts with inversely wound coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar  Independent MacPherson struts with inversely wound coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar 
Suspension (rear)
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 Independent double-wishbone with coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar  Independent double-wishbone with coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar 
Steering Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system  Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system 
Brakes Four-wheel power-assisted discs with Electronic Controlled Braking (ECB), four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist [6] and regenerative function  Four-wheel power-assisted discs with Electronic Controlled Braking (ECB), four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist [6] and regenerative function 
Brake Size 12.9-in ventilated front, 12.2-in solid rear discs  12.9-in ventilated front, 12.2-in solid rear discs 
Wheels and Tires 18 x 7.5-in five-spoke alloy wheels with 235/60VR18 all-season tires [7]. Compact spare tire/wheel.  18 x 7.5-in five-spoke alloy wheels with 235/60VR18 all-season tires [7]. Compact spare tire/wheel. 

All specifications in this category are the same for all models.
 
Body / Dimensions		 RX 450h FWD RX 450h AWD
Type Five-passenger hybrid luxury utility vehicle  Five-passenger hybrid luxury utility vehicle 
Construction Welded-steel unibody  Welded-steel unibody 
Overall Length 187.8 in (4,770 mm)  187.8 in (4,770 mm) 
Width 74.2 in (1,885 mm)  74.2 in (1,885 mm) 
Height 66.7 in (1,695 mm)  66.7 in (1,695 mm) (without roof rails)
67.7 in (1,720 mm) (with roof rails) 
Wheelbase 107.9 in (2,740 mm)  107.9 in (2,740 mm) 
Ground Clearance 6.9 in (175 mm)  6.9 in (175 mm) 
Approach Angle 28.5o  28.6o 
Departure Angle 24.6o  24.6o 
Cargo Capacity (behind rear seats) [8] 40.0 cu ft (1,132 L)  40.0 cu ft (1,132 L) 
Cargo Capacity (max) [8] 80.3 cu ft (2,272 L)  80.3 cu ft (2,272 L) 
Curb Weight 4,520 lb (2,050 kg)  4,652 lb (2,110 kg) 
Tow Capacity (max)
  		 3,500 lb (1,588 kg) (with optional Towing Prep Package) [10] [11] 
Fuel-Tank Capacity 17.2 gal (65 L)  17.2 gal (65 L) 
Headroom 39.0/37.7 in (992/958 mm) (w/o moonroof) (front/rear)  39.0/37.7 in (992/958 mm) (w/o moonroof) (front/rear)  
Legroom 43.1/37.1 in (1,095/942 mm) (front/rear)  43.1/37.1 in (1,095/942 mm) (front/rear) 
Shoulder Room 57.9/57.5 in (1,473/1,462 mm) (front/rear)  57.9/57.5 in (1,473/1,462 mm) (front/rear) 
Hip Room 55.5/54.5 in (1,412/1,385 mm) (front/rear)  55.5/54.5 in (1,412/1,385 mm) (front/rear) 
 

Vehicle(s) shown may feature optional equipment.

MSRP does not include delivery, processing and handling fee of $875. Excludes taxes, title, license and optional equipment. Dealer price will vary.

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Specifications, features, equipment, technical data, performance figures, options, and color and trim are based upon information available at time of posting, are subject to change without notice, are for mainland U.S.A. vehicles and may differ in the state of Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and in other regions.

Some vehicles shown with optional equipment. Optional equipment listed may not be available separately or in all regions. Please see your Lexus dealer for details. Lexus reminds you to wear seatbelts, secure children in rear seat, obey all traffic laws and drive responsibly.

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 [1]MSRP does not include delivery, processing and handling fee of $875. Excludes taxes, title, license and optional equipment. Dealer price may vary. [2]"Delivery, processing and handling fee" is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Lexus provides, as well as Lexus' overall pricing structure. Lexus may make a profit on the delivery, processing and handling fee. [3]Ratings achieved using the required premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher. If premium fuel is not used, performance will decrease. [4]Performance figures are for comparison only and were obtained with prototype vehicles by professional drivers using special safety equipment and procedures. Do not attempt. [5]EPA MPG Estimates. Actual mileage will vary. [6]Brake Assist is designed to help the driver take full advantage of the benefits of ABS. It is not a substitute for safe driving practices. Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake-system maintenance, tire and road conditions. [7]18-in performance tires are expected to experience greater tire wear than conventional tires. Tire life may substantially be less than 15,000 miles, depending upon driving conditions. [8]Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. [9]The RX 450h is not designed to be driven off-road. [10]Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. Do not exceed any Weight Ratings and follow all instructions in your Owner's Manual. The maximum you can tow depends on the total weight of any cargo, occupants and available equipment. [11]Please consult your Lexus dealer or Owner's Manual for towing and load specifications. Back to top