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Used 2017 Lexus RX 450h SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2017 Lexus RX 450h is a five-passenger midsize SUV available in front- and all-wheel-drive versions. Although there is officially only one base trim level, the RX 450h F Sport package can be thought of as a second one. It features different styling, an upgraded suspension, a lower ride height and special interior trim. Otherwise, both the regular and F Sport versions of the RX 450h come well equipped and are available with the same option packages. Just keep in mind that the availability of those options can vary based on the region of the country you live in.

Every RX 450h comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine and a pair of front-mounted electric motor/generators. Optional all-wheel drive is made possible by adding a third motor for the rear wheels. Total system output is 308 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque.

Standard equipment highlights for the base RX 450h includes 18-inch wheels, LED exterior lighting (headlights, foglights, taillights and running lights), automatic high beams, automatic wipers, a power liftgate, a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning and automatic braking, lane departure warning and intervention, a sunroof, and keyless ignition and entry. Inside, the RX includes dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated power front seats, driver-seat memory settings, a power-adjustable steering wheel and a 40/20/40-split rear seat (reclines, slides and folds).

Standard tech features include the Remote Touch interface, an 8-inch color display, Safety Connect emergency communications, voice controls, Bluetooth connectivity and a 12-speaker sound system.

The F Sport, now available with front- or all-wheel drive, adds sportier exterior styling, 20-inch wheels, adaptive suspension dampers, a lower ride height, an engine noise enhancer, special gauges, heated and ventilated sport seats, and special interior trim.

The optional Luxury package adds different 20-inch wheels, rear side sunshades, a heated steering wheel, upgraded interior trim and upgraded front-seat power lumbar adjustments. Power-folding rear seats can be added to the Luxury package. Stand-alone options include a color head-up display, a panoramic sunroof, a hands-free power liftgate, upgraded LED headlights, a 12.3-inch Remote Touch display and a 15-speaker Mark Levinson sound system.

Which RX 450h trim does Edmunds recommend?

A sport-tuned hybrid SUV may seem like a bit of a contradiction, but the RX 450h F Sport is, in fact, the model to get — just not for the reason you might suspect. Sure, it comes with sportier styling and sharper handling, but its adaptive suspension actually produces a better ride quality than the standard RX suspension. It's smoother and less busy over bumps. For that, we say it's the one to get.

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Comparing average pricing near
Key West, FL
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RX 450h Base
RX 450h F SPORT
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Base
3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
Parking assistance
standard
standard
Upholstery
leather
leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
standard
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
308 hp @ 6,000 rpm
308 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Engine torque
247 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm
247 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm
Engine displacement
3.5 l
3.5 l
Engine configuration
v6
v6
Transmission
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
Tire size
235/65R18
235/55R20
Wheel size
18 X 7.5-in
20 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
31 / 28 / 30 MPG
31 / 28 / 30 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
17.2 gal.
17.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
533 / 482 miles
533 / 482 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
38.8 ft.
38.8 ft.
Curb weight
4,740 lb.
4,740 lb.
Ground Clearance
8.2 in.
8.2 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
74.6 in.
74.6 in.
Height
67.7 in.
67.7 in.
Length
192.5 in.
192.5 in.
Wheelbase
109.8 in.
109.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
18.0 cu. ft.
18.0 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.4 in.
39.4 in.
Front Leg Room
44.1 in.
44.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room
57.8 in.
57.8 in.
Rear Head Room
38.2 in.
38.2 in.
Rear Leg Room
38.0 in.
38.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
57.6 in.
57.6 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, leather
Black, premium leather
Parchment, leather
Parchment, premium leather
Stratus Gray, premium leather
Stratus Gray, leather
Noble Brown, leather
Noble Brown, premium leather
Black, leather
Stratus Gray, leather
Rioja Red, leather
Exterior
Matador Red Mica
Silver Lining Metallic
Nightfall Mica
Atomic Silver
Eminent White Pearl
Nebula Gray Pearl
Satin Cashmere Metallic
Caviar
Autumn Shimmer
Obsidian
Atomic Silver
Ultra White
Nebula Gray Pearl
Caviar
Obsidian
Matador Red Mica
Silver Lining Metallic
Nightfall Mica