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ebaxley, 04/04/2011
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
70 of 71 people found this review helpful
Overall, great. Fuel economy is better than Highlander Hybrid I owned before. Getting over 29mpg overall, over 30 if I use pure gas. About 26-27 on Interstate. Apparently 87 octane is OK, no pinging. Mpg no different with high-test. Features were quite onerous at first but"I'm catching on". Most disappointing feature is , by far, GPS. Map base is outdated, voice recognition poor and some functions won't operate while moving. I realize you shouldn't be inputting while driving but sometimes you have a co-pilot. I have solved problem by mounting a Garmin on the dash. Marvelous ride!
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tgriff, 06/02/2011
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
40 of 41 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 2007 RX350 for this hybrid and have been quite pleased. It feels much more stable on the road. The navigation is disk based and is somewhat different, as it trades the touchscreen for a mouse-like control on the console. I miss the storage compartments in the back that are now taken by batteries. I expected higher MPG and would probably get it if driving stop-n-go on city streets, however Dallas driving uses lots of highways. It has good power, but I find myself starting slower, trying to reach the stated MPG. I initially used Premium fuel, then switched to Regular - noticed no difference in performance or MPG.
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Happy camper
B.Morgan, 09/06/2017
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
The car was garaged and well-maintained by its first owner. We've only had the car for a month, but we've put about 2500 miles - mixed city/hwy - on it. So far, it has been a perfect car. All materials and functions in like-new condition. This car is very quiet, with a great sound system! The nav system will take some adjusting to, but - it's like learning any new language, I suppose. The electronics/iPhone interface are somewhat dated, but that was expected — requiring a few workarounds. Otherwise, if the car live up to its reputation for expected reliability, l'll be a very happy camper!
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Replacement for a nightmare!
Jim, 02/26/2016
updated 09/07/2021
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful
Spent 36k on a new Explorer and it was such a POS I traded it in on this. Night and day! Great vehicle and very reliable. Best overall all wheel drive vehicle I ever purchased!
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Love it!
Lori, 10/30/2016
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2011 Rx 450h for over 2 years and love it. The gas mileage is decent. It is a comfortable ride and so far no problems. Bought it used in 2014. Just had to replace the battery which was bit costly around $240.
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Unbelievable!
Patrick H, 12/03/2021
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I used to drive European cars, and then switched to a RX350 which was amazing but very thirsty. I wanted the gas economy, the separate screens at the back for the long trips, and the upgraded Mark Levinson sound system (on which you can listen to audio in 5.1 surround…). I also wanted reliability and to stop spending thousands every year on unreliable and costly to maintain imported vehicles. I purchased a used (or is it pre-owned?) 2011 RX450h in early 2015 and I am still amazed. Seriously, this vehicle is now 12 model years old (we’re in December 2021 as I write this), and I have had to change 2 light bulbs for the tail lights, and the special 12 volt gel battery. That is it. Serious. Of course, the wipers, the oils, and other regular wear and tear items, have to be changed. But that is it. Yes, the handling is not on par with German SUVs, but both the comfort and the fuel economy make up for it. My next vehicle (and I do not know when that will be because my Lexus rx450h is still doing great) will be a Lexus.
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Lots of room for improvement by Lexus
Vin, 05/19/2024
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Purchased this vehicle nine years ago hoping that it would be more luxurious and as reliable as my Lexus RX300 but unfortunately this vehicle has been a huge disappointment!! I have yet to achieve the claimed 30mpg even though I consistently use premium fuel. On average, I get about 23-25mpg city and 26-27mpg highway. I have already had to replace the rear struts and the hybrid traction battery on my vehicle even though I only have 133K miles!! The navigation and infotainment features have been outdated from day one and I consistently have issues with the bluetooth connection to my Android cellphone While the leather is soft, the interior still uses a lot of hard plastics and feel likes a cheap Toyota Camry interior. After test driving a Genesis GV80 recently, I would definitely consider buying a Genesis over a Lexus as my next vehicle. Lexus has definitely dropped the ball with this vehicle. You would be better off buying a Genesis GV80 over this vehicle!!
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Lexus hybrid disappointed in mpg. I question why p
T Knutson, 10/02/2018
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Miles per gallon of this hybrid are not worth the extra cost to purchase.
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Waste of money!! Should have bought an RX350!!
Vin, 10/13/2024
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Paid a premium price for a preowned RX450h but I have been unable to achieve the 30mpg city and 28 mpg highway mileage stated by fuel economy.gov. On average, the best mileage I have achieved is between 23-24mpg city and highway. Definitely disappointing for a hybrid vehicle!! Overall, the vehicle has only achieved average reliability and I have had to replace the hybrid traction battery at 130K miles. The GPS system has been outdated from day one and the majority of the tech features are a waste of money!! As a previous Lexus RX300 owner, I expected a lot more from Lexus with this vehicle in regards to luxury and tech features along with superior gas mileage and I have been extremely disappointed!! Don't waste your money!! I wish I had purchased a gas powered Lexus RX350 instead.
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Smooth
George , 06/27/2020
2011 Lexus RX 450h 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Its the most comfortable car,smooth ride and good on gas
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