Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Production years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Lexus launched the second generation of the RX SUV at the 2003 North American International Motor Show and promised more performances with better fuel efficiency.
The world started to switch its attention towards SUVs, and Lexus tried to get a higher market share. Like its predecessor, the 2004 model year RX relied on the Japan-only model Toyota Harrier. Lexus offered the RX as an alternative for the sporty BMW X5, which enjoyed huge success on both sides of the Atlantic. Unlike its German rival, the Japanese SUV was not available with a turbo-diesel unit, which slowed its sales on the European continent.
From the outside, the RX featured a new design with curved, triangular headlights and a slanted grille incorporated in the hood's front side. Even though it was an SUV, its athletic profile with raked-forward tailgate and C-pillars created a sporty image. Its clear taillights created the appearance of an aftermarket improvement, even though it was standard.
Inside, the carmaker went over the bridge and offered the car a standard leather-clad interior. Toyota offered a standard Bose CD stereo with an option for an 11-speakers Mark Levinson sound system. At the front, a pair of bucket seats offered a real premium feeling with an option for heating and ventilation.
Under the hood, the RX started its career with a gasoline-only V-6 engine. Later on, a hybrid version named RX400h became a sought-after SUV thanks to its high fuel efficiency, especially in FWD versions. It was the first premium hybrid vehicle on the market.
ENGINE SPECS - 300 V6 5AT FWD (204 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2995 cm3 |
Power: | 150 KW @ 5600 RPM 204 HP @ 5600 RPM 201 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 209 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 283 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.8 gallons (75.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.6 in (4740 mm) |
Width: | 72.4 in (1839 mm) |
Height: | 66.1 in (1679 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.2/61.4 in (1,580/1,560 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 107.1 in (2720 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.3 in (211 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.5 cuFT (439 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4045.5 lbs (1835 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5247 lbs (2380 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 13.9 mpg US (16.9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 19.3 mpg US (12.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 288 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 330 V6 5AT FWD (223 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3309 cm3 |
Power: | 166 KW @ 5600 RPM 226 HP @ 5600 RPM 223 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 238 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 323 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.8 gallons (75.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/65S R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.61 in (4740 mm) |
Width: | 72.44 in (1840 mm) |
Height: | 66.14 in (1680 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.2/61.41 in (1,580/1,560 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 107.08 in (2720 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.3 in (211 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.5 cuFT (439 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Gross Weight Limit: | 5520 lbs (2504 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 21.6 mpg US (10.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 259 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 350 V6 5AT AWD (272 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3456 cm3 |
Power: | 202 KW @ 5600 RPM 275 HP @ 5600 RPM 271 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 252 lb-ft @ 4700 RPM 342 Nm @ 4700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.8 gallons (75.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.6 in (4740 mm) |
Width: | 72.4 in (1839 mm) |
Height: | 66.1 in (1679 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.2/61.4 in (1,580/1,560 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 107.1 in (2720 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.3 in (211 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.5 cuFT (439 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3990.4 lbs (1810 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5247 lbs (2380 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 267 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 400h V6 CVT AWD (210 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3311 cm3 |
Power: | 154.5 KW @ 5600 RPM 210 HP @ 5600 RPM 207 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 212 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 287 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Hybrid |
Fuel capacity: | 19.8 gallons (75.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | CVT |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/55 R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.61 in (4740 mm) |
Width: | 72.44 in (1840 mm) |
Height: | 66.14 in (1680 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.2/61.41 in (1,580/1,560 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 107.08 in (2720 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.3 in (211 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.5 cuFT (439 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4497 lbs (2040 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5523 lbs (2505 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 25.8 mpg US (9.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 192 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 400h V6 CVT FWD (210 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3456 cm3 |
Power: | 198.6 KW @ 5600 RPM 270 HP @ 5600 RPM 266 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 252 lb-ft @ 4700 RPM 342 Nm @ 4700 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Hybrid |
Fuel capacity: | 19.8 gallons (75.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 124 mph (200 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | CVT |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.6 in (4740 mm) |
Width: | 72.4 in (1839 mm) |
Height: | 66.1 in (1679 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 62.2/61.4 in (1,580/1,560 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 107.1 in (2720 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.3 in (211 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.5 cuFT (439 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4409 lbs (2000 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5523 lbs (2505 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 25.8 mpg US (9.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | - |