Lexus - RX III (facelift 2012)-450h (299 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT

Lexus - RX III (facelift 2012)

Last updated - Feb. 7, 2025, 7 p.m.

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Brand	Lexus
Model	RX
Generation	RX III (facelift 2012)
Modification	450h (299 Hp) Hybrid e-CVT
Start Of Production	2012
End Of Production	2015

Performance

The RX model has an acceleration of 0-100 km/h at 8.2 seconds and a maximum speed of 180 km/h (111.85 mph).

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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh	8.2 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph	8.2 sec
Max Speed	180 km/h 111.85 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Lexus RX is a 5-seat SUV with a length of 4770 mm (187.8 in) and a width of 1885 mm (74.21 in). The height of the vehicle is 1685 mm (66.34 in) and the wheelbase is 2740 mm (107.87 in). The front and rear tracks are 1630 mm (64.17 in) and 1620 mm (63.78 in) respectively. The car has a minimum turning circle of 12.2 m (40.03 ft).

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Body Type	SUV
Seats	5
Doors	5
Length	4770 mm 187.8 in.
Width	1885 mm 74.21 in.
Width Including Mirrors	2120 mm 83.46 in.
Height	1685 mm 66.34 in.
Wheelbase	2740 mm 107.87 in.
Front Track	1630 mm 64.17 in.
Rear Track	1620 mm 63.78 in.
Front Overhang	1000 mm 39.37 in.
Rear Overhang	1030 mm 40.55 in.
Min Turning Circle	12.2 m 40.03 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The Lexus RX is a petrol-powered SUV with a Euro 5 emission standard. It has a fuel consumption of 6.1-6.2 l/100 km in urban areas, 5.9-6 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, and 6-6.1 l/100 km combined. It has a CO2 emission of 140 g/km.

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Fuel Type	Petrol (Gasoline)
Emission Standard	Euro 5
Fuel Consumption Urban	6.1-6.2 l/100 km 38.56 - 37.94 US mpg 46.31 - 45.56 UK mpg 16.39 - 16.13 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban	5.9-6 l/100 km 39.87 - 39.2 US mpg 47.88 - 47.08 UK mpg 16.95 - 16.67 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined	6-6.1 l/100 km 39.2 - 38.56 US mpg 47.08 - 46.31 UK mpg 16.67 - 16.39 km/l
Co2 Emissions	140 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The Lexus RX is a full hybrid electric vehicle that boasts a 3.5-liter V6 engine, producing 249 horsepower and 317 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive system and an e-CVT automatic transmission. The vehicle is equipped with a start and stop system, and its engine has a compression ratio of 12.5. The RX also features a McPherson strut front suspension and a double wishbone rear suspension.

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Powertrain Architecture	FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Power	249 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre	72 Hp/l
Torque	317 Nm @ 4800 rpm. 233.81 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm.
Engine Layout	Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code	2GR-FXE
Engine Displacement	3456 cm3 210.9 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders	6
Engine Configuration	V-engine
Cylinder Bore	94 mm 3.7 in.
Piston Stroke	83 mm 3.27 in.
Compression Ratio	12.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder	4
Fuel Injection System	Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration	Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain	DOHC, VVT-i
Engine Oil Capacity	6.1 l 6.45 US qt \| 5.37 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification	0W-20 / API SL, API SM, API SN 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-5
Coolant	11.4 l 12.05 US qt \| 10.03 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode.
Drive Wheel	Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox	automatic transmission e-CVT
Front Suspension	Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension	Double wishbone
System Power	299 Hp
Engine Systems	Start & Stop System

Brakes

The car features a sophisticated braking system with ventilated discs front and rear, supported by ABS for enhanced stability. It boasts an electric power steering system for effortless handling and features tires sized 235/60 R18 or 235/55 R19 mounted on 7.5J x 18 or 7.5J x 19 wheels respectively.

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Front Brakes	Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes	Ventilated discs
Assisting Systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type	Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering	Electric Steering
Tires Size	235/60 R18; 235/55 R19
Wheel Rims Size	7.5J x 18; 7.5J x 19

Battery - Electric / Hybrid

The Lexus RX is a luxury SUV that features a 1.9 kWh nickel-metal hydride battery, providing 167 horsepower and 335 Nm of torque. The battery is located under the rear seats and is integrated into the transmission. The electric motor is a synchronous type and operates at a voltage of 288 V.

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Gross Battery Capacity	1.9 kWh
Battery Technology	Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH)
Battery Location	Under the rear seats
Electric Motor Power	167 Hp
Electric Motor Torque	335 Nm 247.08 lb.-ft.
Electric Motor Location	Integrated into the transmission
Electric Motor Type	Synchronous
Battery Voltage	288 V

Weight & Capacity

The Lexus RX has a weight-to-power ratio of 6.9 kg/Hp (145.9 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.5 kg/Nm (154.6 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight between 2050-2110 kg (4519.48 - 4651.75 lbs.), a max weight of 2615 kg (5765.09 lbs.), and a max load of 505-565 kg (1113.33 - 1245.61 lbs.). The trunk boot space ranges from 496 l (17.52 cu. ft.) to 1570 l (55.44 cu. ft.), and the fuel tank capacity is 65 l (17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal). The battery weight is 69 kg (152.12 lbs.).

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Weight To Power Ratio	6.9 kg/Hp, 145.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio	6.5 kg/Nm, 154.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight	2050-2110 kg 4519.48 - 4651.75 lbs.
Max Weight	2615 kg 5765.09 lbs.
Max Load	505-565 kg 1113.33 - 1245.61 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum	496 l 17.52 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum	1570 l 55.44 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity	65 l 17.17 US gal \| 14.3 UK gal
Battery Weight	69 kg 152.12 lbs.