Lexus RX RX III (facelift 2012)

Lexus - RX III (facelift 2012)

Details-
BrandLexus
ModelRX
GenerationRX III (facelift 2012)
Modification270 (188 Hp) Automatic
Start Of Production2012
End Of Production2015

Performance

None

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh11 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph11 sec
Max Speed200 km/h 124.27 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a 5-seat SUV, measuring 4770 mm in length, 1885 mm in width, and 1685 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2740 mm and a front track of 1630 mm. The minimum turning circle of the car is 11.4 m.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSUV
Seats5
Doors5
Length4770 mm 187.8 in.
Width1885 mm 74.21 in.
Height1685 mm 66.34 in.
Wheelbase2740 mm 107.87 in.
Front Track1630 mm 64.17 in.
Min Turning Circle11.4 m 37.4 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The car in question is a RX model that runs on petrol, adhering to Euro 5 emission standards. Its urban fuel consumption is 13.3 l/100 km, extra-urban is 7.7 l/100 km, and combined is 9.8 l/100 km, with CO2 emissions at 233 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 5
Fuel Consumption Urban13.3 l/100 km 17.69 US mpg 21.24 UK mpg 7.52 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban7.7 l/100 km 30.55 US mpg 36.69 UK mpg 12.99 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined9.8 l/100 km 24 US mpg 28.82 UK mpg 10.2 km/l
Co2 Emissions233 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The Toyota RX is a compact luxury SUV with a 2.7L inline-4 engine producing 188 horsepower and 252 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The suspension system consists of an independent McPherson strut in the front and a double wishbone in the rear.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power188 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre70.4 Hp/l
Torque252 Nm @ 4800 rpm. 185.87 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model Code1AR-FE
Engine Displacement2672 cm3 163.06 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore90 mm 3.54 in.
Piston Stroke105 mm 4.13 in.
Compression Ratio10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC - dual VVT-i
Engine Oil Capacity4.4 l 4.65 US qt | 3.87 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-20 / API SL, API SM, API SN 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-5
Coolant6.7 l 7.08 US qt | 5.9 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox6 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone

Brakes

The car in question is a Lexus RX, featuring ventilated disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, as well as an ABS assisting system. The steering system is a rack and pinion type.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion

Weight & Capacity

The car in question is a Lexus RX with a weight-to-power ratio of 9.8 kg/Hp (102.2 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.3 kg/Nm (137 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight ranges from 1840-1950 kg (4056.51 - 4299.01 lbs.), with a maximum weight of 2410 kg (5313.14 lbs.) and a maximum load capacity of 460-570 kg (1014.13 - 1256.63 lbs.). The trunk/boot space ranges from 496 l (17.52 cu. ft.) to 1570 l (55.44 cu. ft.), and the fuel tank has a capacity of 72 l (19.02 US gal | 15.84 UK gal).

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio9.8 kg/Hp, 102.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.3 kg/Nm, 137 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1840-1950 kg 4056.51 - 4299.01 lbs.
Max Weight2410 kg 5313.14 lbs.
Max Load460-570 kg 1014.13 - 1256.63 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum496 l 17.52 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1570 l 55.44 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity72 l 19.02 US gal | 15.84 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Lexus - RX III (facelift 2012)

The car has 5 seats.

The body type of the car is an SUV.

The car is 4770 mm long, 1885 mm wide, and 1685 mm tall.

11 seconds

200 km/h (124.27 mph)

The RX accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 11 seconds, which is decent but not exceptional.

This car uses petrol (Gasoline).

This car adheres to Euro 5 emission standards.

The urban fuel consumption is 13.3 l/100 km, extra-urban is 7.7 l/100 km, and combined is 9.8 l/100 km.

The Toyota RX has a 2.7L inline-4 engine.

The Toyota RX has a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The Toyota RX has a front-wheel drive with the internal combustion engine driving the front wheels.

The car has ventilated disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.

The car is equipped with an ABS (Anti-lock braking system).

The car has a rack and pinion steering system.

The fuel economy of the Lexus RX varies depending on the trim level and drivetrain, but it typically ranges from 20-25 mpg in the city and 27-30 mpg on the highway.

Yes, the Lexus RX has a reputation for being a reliable car, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.

Yes, the Lexus RX has a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds, making it suitable for towing small trailers or boats.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Lexus RX is 9.8 kg/Hp (102.2 Hp/tonne).

The fuel tank capacity of the Lexus RX is 72 l (19.02 US gal | 15.84 UK gal).

The maximum load capacity of the Lexus RX is 460-570 kg (1014.13 - 1256.63 lbs.).