Verdict
B
← Lexus RX · 2003-2009 · XU30
Lexus RX XU30
Headline trim: RX400h 3.3 V6 hybrid — 268 bhp combined, 0-62 in 7.6s.
BHP
268 bhp
0–60
7.6 s
Top speed
124 mph
MPG
28 mpg (US)
Used
$3,200-$10,000
Strengths
- First luxury SUV hybrid (RX400h)
- Quiet, refined
- Toyota reliability
Weaknesses
- Hybrid inverter water pump failures
- Dashboard cracking on UK cars
- CVT droney
Notable tech
- 3.3 V6 + hybrid (RX400h) — 268 bhp combined
- 3.5 V6 NA (RX350)
- CVT (hybrid) / 5AT (350)
- AWD
- Pre-collision system optional
Common issues
- Hybrid inverter water pump failure
- Dashboard cracking
- Power tailgate motor
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across XU30's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
RX350 3.5 V6
BHP270
Torque342 Nm
0–607.4 s
Top124 mph
MPG (US)20 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5AT
RX400h 3.3 V6 hybrid
BHP268
Torque288 Nm
0–607.6 s
Top124 mph
MPG (US)28 mpg
DriveAWD
GearboxeCVT