2022 Lexus RX 350L Review

Name: 2022 Lexus RX 350L
Brand: Lexus

Price Range: $35,700 - $45,998

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The 2022 RX 350L is a slightly larger (and pricier) RX 350, with a third-row seat suitable for occasional use only. Compared to similarly priced three-row SUVs, it simply can't compete in performance, space or utility. If you're a fan of the RX and looking for one with more cargo space, the 350L could still work. Otherwise there are better three-row options.

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Pros

Impeccable cabin finished with top-quality materials
Advanced safety features come standard
Excellent ride and seat comfort

Cons

Third-row space is tight for anyone other than small kids
Touchpad controller is distracting to use
Less overall cargo capacity than competitors
Hard to see out of

What's new

Foglights are available as a stand-alone option on any trim
Two new exterior colors
Part of the fourth RX generation introduced for 2016

Overview

Written by automotive expert Michael Cantu

7/6/2022

The 2022 Lexus RX 350L is a stretched version of the regular RX 350 that provides a third row for seven-passenger seating. But because it shares the same wheelbase as the regular version and is only about 4 inches longer, the third row is very cramped and it has less cargo space behind the third row than most of its rivals. Fortunately, the RX 350L shares most of the qualities found in the regular RX 350, such as excellent build quality, a very comfortable ride, plenty of luxury, and a quiet cabin.

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$42,992
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$3,639 below market
- 37,759 miles
- 7 Seats, 18 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Lexus of Brookfield (90 mi away)
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- Back-up camera
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2022 Lexus RX 350L
Base 4dr SUV
$40,597
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- 52,707 miles
- 7 Seats, 18 City / 25 Hwy MPG
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If having a large enough third row and sufficient cargo space behind the third row are priorities for you, look to the RX 350L's rivals. Not only are most of them larger, but many haven't gone so long without a redesign. Both the Acura MDX and Infiniti QX60 were completely redesigned for the 2022 model year, and the Lincoln Aviator was all-new for 2020. The current-generation RX 350 dates back to 2016. Check out the Edmunds Expert Rating below to get our test team's full review of the Lexus RX 350L's comfort, cargo space, tech and more.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Jonathan Elfalan

Average

7.3

out of 10

We drove the 2022 Lexus RX 350L on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

7.5/10

How does the RX 350L drive? The RX 350L feels good on the road, with solid pickup, easy steering, smooth stops and competent handling. Our instrumented test numbers tell their own story, though, and the RX trails many of its competitors by at least a small margin in acceleration, braking performance and handling grip.

While we can overlook the numbers, we noticed an occasional delay between asking for power and the transmission response. This phenomenon is a bit inconsistent, but it could be the biggest annoyance day to day if it becomes a common occurrence.

Comfort

8.5/10

How comfortable is the RX 350L? Comfort is where the RX excels, but only for those seated in the first two rows. The front seats are wide and accommodating, with a contoured back that benefits from four-way lumbar adjustment. The second-row seats are pretty comfy as long you don't have to make sacrifices for anyone sitting in the tiny third row.

The RX 350L's suspension takes the edges off all bumps around town, even the big ones. The cabin is also well insulated from traffic and wind noise. You won't have to raise your voice to have a conversation. The one oddity is the rear-seating climate control panel that's located on one side of the third row of seats.

Interior

7/10

How’s the interior? The interior feels luxurious and roomy if you leave the third-row seats stowed. Raise the third row, however, and things go south. The third row is very cramped, and room in the second row can suffer because you'll likely have to slide the seats up to use the third row. It's a poor showing in the three-row segment. Visibility can be an issue in parking lot scenarios, and you could be playing a guessing game without the optional 360-degree camera.

We appreciate the number of clearly labeled buttons around the cabin. You still have to use the infotainment a fair amount to access certain controls, but Lexus has improved it this year, replacing the old joystick-style controller with a touchpad and adding a touchscreen interface. The location of the touchscreen makes it a bit of a reach for anyone, but it's better than not having that functionality.

Technology

7.5/10

How’s the tech? Lexus' Mark Levinson stereos are always a high point, and the big infotainment screen is crisp and appealing. Lexus' Enform app has a handful of useful features, but it only integrates a limited selection of third-party apps. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration operates fine for the most part, though some of our Android users experienced issues with some apps missing and sometimes had no functionality at all. Charging options are available for the first two rows, with a generous six USBs total.

The driver aids mostly work well, especially adaptive cruise, which will operate in stop-and-go traffic. Most other systems are similarly strong, but the lane keeping assist offers very little intervention and can lose sight of lane markers.

Storage

6.5/10

How’s the storage? For the size gained in its growth spurt, the L version of the RX reaps few benefits in utility. The biggest gains come with the third row folded, netting a total of 23 cubic feet of cargo space, but in all configurations the Lexus falls far short of three-row competitors. It does much better on small-item storage. There are clever little cubbies for the driver and front passenger, with plenty of options for not just storing but also organizing your stuff.

The child safety seat anchors in the second row are easily accessible, but you might have trouble fitting bulkier rear-facing car seats if you have the second row forward to allow for use of the third. And if you plan to do any towing, 3,500 pounds is the limit. It's far from a class-leading figure, but it's more than enough for light towing.

Fuel Economy

7/10

How’s the fuel economy? We tested the front-wheel-drive RX 350L, which gets an EPA-estimated 22 mpg (19 city/26 highway). That's marginally better than average for a three-row crossover SUV. All-wheel-drive RX 350Ls take a 1 mpg hit across the board but still do better than average. Our test RX 350L fell a bit short on our 115-mile real-world evaluation route, averaging 21.6 mpg.

Value

7/10

Is the RX 350L a good value? The RX feels solidly put together, and though there are hard plastics around, you're unlikely to interact with them. Touch points are covered with high-quality materials that really lend a luxury feel. Lexus put some thought into this interior.

Dollar for dollar, the RX 350L is priced pretty competitively in the segment, but the idea of paying a premium for little extra usability over the regular RX is a bit galling. You're better off spending your money elsewhere since most midsize three-row competitors are quicker, roomier and more useful.

Wildcard

7/10

Lexus has taken a stylish and intriguing two-row midsize SUV and turned it into a three-row also-ran. It comes up short in a segment of strong contenders offering more performance, fun and practicality. That said, it's an attractive and comfortable SUV that many people will flock to for those qualities alone.

2022 Lexus RX 350L trim level differences

The 2022 Lexus RX 350L is a three-row midsize crossover sold in a single trim level. It's powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine (290 horsepower, 263 lb-ft of torque) paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional. The RX 350L comes standard with seven-passenger seating, though the second-row bench can be switched out for captain's chairs, reducing the seat count to six.

Which RX 350L trim does Edmunds recommend?

The 2022 Lexus RX 350L is only available in one trim, but there are several optional packages to choose from. We highly recommend opting for the Navigation package, which adds a 12.3-inch touchscreen display and an upgraded 12-speaker audio system. The larger touchscreen replaces the standard 8-inch unit that looks like a relic in today's luxury SUV market. The Luxury package is pricey, but it adds a lot of luxurious features including 20-inch wheels, upgraded leather seating, interior ambient lighting, a sunroof, a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated second-row seats.

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$192/mo

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Lexus RX 350L Owner Reviews

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39 reviews

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

I wanted so badly to like it!

Dennis, 01/28/2018

2018 Lexus RX 350L Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

So I'm a current Lexus owner, love the brand and have been waiting months for the RX-L to come out and replace our family vehicle with a 3 row SUV. I was so excited when the RXL came out and I went to the dealership with checkbook in hand, ready to buy. I literally cannot understand what Lexus was thinking with the 3rd row design. I expect midsize SUV 3rd rows to be child-sized, but …

Very misleading with the mpg info

Carrie, 12/07/2018

2018 Lexus RX 350L 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

First time Lexus owner and I was on the fence about this since it’s expensive but very very nice with all the bells and whistles. I wanted a high end car with 3rd row seating but also wanted reasonable gas mileage in a vehicle because I care about the environment. That combination is hard to find. Since the hybrid model was $10k more it just didn’t make sense so I opted for the standard …

Big mistake buying the lexus 350L !

LS, 03/10/2019

2018 Lexus RX 350L 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

We bought the RX350L. Do not buy it if you want the third row for children! We bought it thinking it would be great as we take care of our grandkids a lot. We got fooled too thinking that with the captains chairs it would give the back more room. With the captains chairs the car fits 4 people! It is so dangerous sitting anyone in the third row. My grandkids are 3,5,and 8. Right now I …

Technology needs an update.

Mike W, 11/10/2018

2018 Lexus RX 350L 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 8A)

I would prefer to call my F-Sport more of a blinged out Toyota than a Lexus. After more than 30 months with our 2017 RX, we have seen numerous glitches with many different electronic gadgetry. The outside rear view mirrors move to position while backing that is no good to anyone. They are either pointing into the air or on the ground next to the doors. The dial-a-drive mode dial, is … very quirky. Although “sport ++” livens up the acceleration, it’s makes the engine surge in traffic when inching along. It’s very annoying. We found that the “Eco” mode is the best overall mode to drive in. The preset driver buttons only give you partial command over certain controls. You would think that a company like Lexus would have the key fob integrated to the driver. But if I use my wife’s keys and hit the #2 driver button on the door, the car loses its mind and can’t figure out who the controls should be set to.. if you open the rear hatch and want to put the back seat down for extra cargo, you have to walk around to the rear doors and put the seats down from that location...you can’t fold them from the hatch. Here is my BIGGEST COMPLAINT !! I own a 2017 Dodge Charger RT, it is basically stripped,down except for the V8 and $28k....it has (standard equipment) a remote start key fob. Our RX, which was north of $55K had a one year free subscription that included a remote start. After that, unless you pay for that subscription, you lose all those amenities. So,add that subscription to your. monthly payment... the infotainment system is not user friendly. It is very difficult to set up the way you want it, and then , as things often do, it gets set to another drivers liking, it’s all that difficult to put it back the way it was. You CAN NOT set the “recirculating” air switch to stay on. It will blink and revert back to fresh air ALL THE TIME, so when you are behind that city bus or stopped at a red light over a lit cigarette in the road, you have no choice but to suck in all those sweet aromas. Overall...WAY TOO MANY ISSUES, for a high end SUV, we will go back to BMW and never again revisit the Lexus Dealer. We love the looks of the car, it’s stunning in shape and presence, Lexus just needs to sit down and stop trying to impress us with electronic wizardry, and just concentrate on things that work and work easily while you are concentrating driving your car safely .

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 Lexus RX 350L, so we've included reviews for other years of the RX 350L since its last redesign.

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2022 RX 350L Highlights

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$48,750
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$249/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	7.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the RX 350L models:

Lexus Safety System+ 2.0: Bundles several standard safety features, including adaptive cruise control, forward collision mitigation with automatic braking, and lane keeping assist.
Lexus Enform Safety Connect: Automatically alerts emergency services in the event of a crash or distress. Also includes a stolen vehicle locator.
Lane Tracing Assist: Uses cameras to determine your position in a lane when using adaptive cruise control. Makes small steering corrections to keep the RX centered in its lane.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver3 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.7%

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I wanted so badly to like it!

Very misleading with the mpg info

Big mistake buying the lexus 350L !

Technology needs an update.

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