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2022 Lexus RX Hybrid
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Review and specifications

2022 Lexus RX Hybrid

For 2016, the redesigned AWD RX 450h combines a 3.5-liter V6 with three electric motors and a battery system to produce 308 hp, and can propel itself solely on electric power at low speeds. A FWD model is only available for the 2016 model year. The RX 450h gets an excellent 29 mpg overall in our tests. Ride comfort is plush, whether buyers get the base car on 18-inch tires or one of the more uplevel versions with 20-inch tires. Handling is sound and secure but not sporty. Inside, the RX is very quiet and well-finished. In 2020, the awkward mouse like infotainment controller is replaced with an awkward touchpad, but thankfully the SUV also gained a touch screen. BSW and RCTW are standard for 2016-2017, optional from 2018-2020, and standard thereafter. FCW, AEB, ACC, LDW, LKA, and LCA are optional for 2016 and standard starting from 2017.

Market value
$42,050
Fuel
Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2022
Owner rating 4/5
Reliability 4/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Hybrid
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
CVT
Category
Luxury midsized SUVs
Generation began
2016

Pricing

Current retail median
$42,050
Retail value range
$39,650 - $42,950
Original MSRP range
$52,235 - $57,045
Trade-in range
$37,735 - $40,935

Ratings

Road test score
82/100
Owner satisfaction
4/5
Would buy again
79%
Reliability
4/5
Expert recommendation
Recommended

Fuel economy

EPA city
31 MPG
EPA highway
28 MPG
EPA combined
30 MPG
Tested city
24 MPG
Tested highway
33 MPG
Tested overall
29 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,675
Cruising range
500 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.2 sec
0-60 mph
7.5 sec
60-0 mph braking
138 ft
Avoidance speed
50 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
193 in
Width
75 in
Height
68 in
Wheelbase
110 in
Weight
4,800 lb
Maximum load
920 lb
Towing capacity
3,500 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3 in
Front leg room
42 in
Rear head room
5 in
Rear leg room
30.5 in
Cargo volume
30 cu ft

Owner feedback

Comfort
5/5
Driving
5/5
Styling
5/5
Value
1/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
7/10
Greenhouse gas score
6/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Lexus

Lexus, Toyota’s upscale sub-brand, is among the few luxury automakers that successfully merges technologically-advanced designs with consistently great reliability. Interiors are quiet and finished with finely-crafted materials. The engines are generally smooth and powerful. Many of its cars and SUVs are available with more fuel-efficient hybrid powertrains. Lexus continues to sell sedans, with its ES, IS, and top-shelf LS models. Most of its SUVs have done well in our testing, including the NX, RX, and TX. The brand’s first all-electric vehicle, the RZ, is a luxury version of the Toyota bZ4X EV. Lexus also sells two-door coupes and convertibles, the RC and LC. Multiple Lexus models have earned Consumer Reports’ recommendation for used cars.

Vehicle ID: 25818 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: December 4, 2025

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