2016 Lexus RX 450h AWD
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Photo: Lexus RX 450h GYL20 FL Black (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 2022 Lexus RX by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Silver Lexus RX Side Angle by Ominae, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 2020 Lexus RX 450h Takumi CVT 3.5 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Lexus RX450h"version L" (DAA-GYL25W-AWXGB(L)) interior by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the fourth generation (AL20, 2016–2022); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: Lexus RX 450h GYL20 FL Black (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2022 Lexus RX by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Silver Lexus RX Side Angle by Ominae, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2020 Lexus RX 450h Takumi CVT 3.5 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Lexus RX450h"version L" (DAA-GYL25W-AWXGB(L)) interior by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2016 Lexus RX 450h AWD is a 308-hp 3.5-liter V6 SUV with an electronically controlled cvt; planetary gear power-split, hybrid transaxle and all-wheel drive. It starts at $53,635 MSRP and is rated at 30 mpg combined.
It makes 308 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 30 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (30 mpg combined).
The RX measures 192.5 inches long on a 109.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,740 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $53,635 ($72,631 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $54,610 ($73,951 *) |
| Destination Charge | $975 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2GR-FXS 3.5L V6 Atkinson-cycle hybrid; aluminum block and heads, DOHC 24-valve; Lexus Hybrid Drive, 308 hp total system output |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 308 hp |
| Torque | 247 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm (engine only) rpm |
| Injection Type | Port/Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Differential Type | Lexus E-Four electric AWD (rear e-motor); FD ratio 3.54:1 |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Electronically Controlled CVT (ECVT); planetary gear power-split, hybrid transaxle |
| Final Drive | 3.542 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 30 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 30 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium 91 AKI recommended |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone, coil springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.9 in. ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.3 in. ventilated disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 x 7.5 in. aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 18 x 7.5 in. aluminum alloy |
| Tires Front | P235/65R18 |
| Tires Rear | P235/65R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 192.5 in |
| Width | 74.6 in |
| Height | 67.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in |
| Front Track | 64.4 in |
| Rear Track | 64 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,740 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 44.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 57.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56.6 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 56 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 2016 Lexus RX.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.