Model overview

The Lexus RX is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV marketed as 1998 by Lexus, a luxury division of Toyota. Initially launched in its home market of Japan in 1997 as the Toyota Harrier, export sales started in 1998 as the Lexus RX.

The Lexus Rx has been made across four generations to date, the first being compact, and the latter three classified as mid-size. Both front and four-wheel drive options have been used on the RX series, and several gasoline engine options, including V6 powertrains and hybrid systems, have been offered. The RX is slotted below the larger GX and LX and above the smaller NX crossover. The name "RX" stands for "Radiant Crossover" and it has also been named as "Recreational Cross Country" in some markets.

The RX comes available in two distinct trims: Models badged RX350 are equipped by a 3.5-liter V-6 while the RX450h is powered by AV-6 plus two electric motors. The RX350 equipped with all-wheel drive accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds.

Lexus RX known problems

Some of the common problems or complaints owners have about the Lexus RX are:

• Engine failures
• Coil packs go bad early
• Premature steering issues
• Clogged AC and sunroof drain hoses
• Transmission prone to failure

Lexus Rx350 PDF owner manual

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