Lexus RX Specifications

The Lexus RX is a futuristic SUV that combines luxury and technology in one body. It is equipped with the latest features and amenities that elevate every ride into an opulent affair. Launched for the Indian customer base in March 2023, the Lexus RX received immense appreciation and acclaim. It comes in two main variants, the 350h and 500h F Sport Performance, and four variants based on the powertrain. 

The features are distributed thoughtfully across each, ensuring you never have to compromise on comfort and infotainment. The following section highlights the key features and specifications of the Lexus RX for interested buyers and enthusiasts. 

• Design: The Lexus RX reflects a 3D spindle design with body-coloured panels. The raised front edge and lowered rear edge offers a horizontal posture with a low centre of gravity. The rear end has a wide stance. 

• Grille: The SUV's front fascia is dominated by a large seamless mesh grille flanked by two smaller mesh grilles on both sides. 

• Lighting Fixtures: The sleek LED headlamps of the Lexus RX come with LED DRLs. The rear combination lamps house the signature Lexus L-shaped light bar with lenses that envelope around the sides of the body. 

• Dimensions: The Lexus RX is 4890 mm long, 1920 mm wide, and 1695 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2585 mm. 

• Interior Features: The major features include 14 multi-colour ambient illumination, front and rear USB chargers, automatic anti-glare mirror, three-zone automatic climate control and vanity mirrors with lights. 

• Lexus Climate Concierge: This unique feature offers automatic regulation of the temperature, seat heating/cooling, and steering wheel temperature to provide optimal comfort for every passenger. 

• Steering Wheel: The RX's steering wheel features a touch tracing operation, which identifies where the driver is touching the steering wheel switch and shows operational guidance on the colour HUD.

• Seats: The driver’s seat is height adjustable. The electrically adjustable seats also have heated and ventilation functions. 

• Seating: The Lexus RX can accommodate five people. 

• Displays: It comes with a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, A colour Head-up Display with three display modes and a colour TFT multi-information display.

• Audio: The Lexus RX is equipped with a 21-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound System. 

• Engine: It comes with two engine choices. These are a 2487 cc 2.5 l in-line Twin Cam (A25A-FXS/A25B-FXS) petrol engine and a 2393 cc 2.4l in-line Twin Cam Turbocharger (T24A) petrol engine. 

• Transmission: It comes with a choice of an E-CVT for the 2487 cc and a 6-speed automatic gearbox for the 2393 cc engine. 

• Mileage: The Lexus RX offers an impressive mileage of 18.80 kmpl.

• Performance: The SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds and reach a 200 km/h top speed. 

• Safety Features: It comes with a number of safety features, including seven airbags, Traction Control, ABD with EBD, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Vehicle Stability Control System, Electronic Stability Control, Hill Assist, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, and impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock.

• ADAS: The major ADAS features of the Lexus Safety System + 3 include Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert (LDA), and the Pre-Collision System (PCS) with vehicle identification and braking.

• Ground Clearance: The Lexus RX's 195 mm ground clearance reflects its SUV stance and impressive off-road capabilities. It can cruise over diverse road conditions with ease and without understrapping. 

• Boot Space: The Lexus RX comes with a boot space of 505 litres, good enough to carry everyday necessities and luggage for short trips. 

Specs & Features: Lexus RX vs Rivals

The Lexus RX belongs to a segment of luxury SUVs that tick all boxes in terms of looks, features, and performance. In the Indian car market, it competes with the Land Rover Discovery, Audi Q7 and the BMW X5. The following sections will compare the features and specifications of the Lexus RX with those of its rivals. 

Lexus RX vs Land Rover Discovery

• Engine: The Land Rover Discovery has both petrol and diesel engine options. The Lexus RX comes with only hybrid petrol engines. The engine capacities of the Discover petrol units are 1997 cc, 2996 cc and 2998 cc. The petrol engines of the Lexus RX are 2393 cc and 2487 cc, respectively. 

• Gearbox: The Land Rover Discover has an 8-speed AT gearbox, while the Lexus RX has a choice of a 6-speed AT or E-CVT gearbox. 

• Infotainment Screen: The Land Rover Discovery features an 11.4-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen infotainment system, which is smaller than the 14-inch touchscreen unit of the Lexus RX. 

• Climate Control: The Land Rover Discovery has 4-zone automatic climate control, while the Lexus RX has a 3-zone system. 

• Airbags: The Land Rover Discovery has six airbags, while the Lexus RX has seven. 

• Seating Capacity: The Land Rover Discovery can seat seven people, while the Lexus RX can seat five. 

• Boot Space: The Land Rover Discover's boot space is 123 litres, which is quite small compared to the Lexus RX's 505 litres. 

Lexus RX vs Audi Q7

• Engine: The Audi Q7 has a single 2995 cc petrol engine. The Lexus RX has two hybrid petrol engine options: a 2487 cc one and a 2393 cc unit. 

• Transmission: The Audi Q7 has an eight-speed automatic gearbox, while the Lexus RX has a choice of an E-CVT and a 6-speed automatic gearbox.

• Infotainment System: The Audi Q7 comes with a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which is smaller than the 14-inch infotainment unit of the Lexus RX. 

• Seating Capacity: The Audi Q7 has a seating capacity of seven, which is two more than that of the Lexus RX. 

• Audio: The Audi Q7 has a 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium sound system with 3D sound, and the Lexus RX has a 21-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound System. 

• Airbags: The Audi Q7 has eight airbags, while the Lexus RX has seven. 

• Boot Space: The Audi Q7 has an extensive boot space of 740 litres, which is almost 235 litres more than the cargo space of the Lexus RX. 

Lexus RX vs BMW X5

• Engine: The BMW X5 has a 2998 cc petrol engine and a 2993 cc diesel engine. The Lexus RX has two strong hybrid petrol engine options, with capacities of 2487 cc and 2393 cc. 

• Transmission: The BMW X5 comes with an eight-speed automatic gearbox, which is standard for all variants. The Lexus RX comes with a choice of an E-CVT and a 6-speed automatic gearbox.

• Airbags: The BMW X5 comes with six airbags, one less than the Lexus RX's. 

• Infotainment Screen: The BMW X5 has a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which is slightly bigger than the Lexus RX's 14-inch touchscreen.

• Climate Control: The BMW X5 has 4-zone automatic climate control, while the Lexus RX has a 3-zone one. However, the Lexus RX has a Lexus Climate Concierge, which is an advanced technology that regulates the temperature of the seats, cabin, and steering wheel.