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2023 Lexus RX Hybrid
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2023 Lexus RX Hybrid

For 2023, along with a full redesign, Lexus changes the hybrid RX's badge to the RX 350h. Now sporting a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine instead of the outgoing V6, fuel economy increases to an impressive 34 mpg overall in our tests, and the car can propel itself on electric power alone at low speeds. The new hybrid combo produces 246 hp, a significant drop from the previous generation, and refinement is down with added engine noise under acceleration. The ride is comfortable whether on the standard 19-inch or optional 21-inch tires. Handling is sound and secure but not sporty. The rear seat is roomy and fit and finish is impeccable. It takes getting used to the electronic door latches. The infotainment system relies on a touchscreen for nearly every audio, climate, phone, and navigation task, but not everything is intuitive. The top version, badged RX 500h, has a powerful turbo and hybrid combo producing 366 hp. BSW, RCTW, FCW, AEB, ACC, LDW, LKA, and LCA are standard. Beginning in 2024, a plug-in hybrid, the 450h+, with an EPA estimated 37-mile electric range was added.

Market value
$51,225
Fuel
Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2023
Owner rating 4/5
Reliability 2/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Hybrid
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Luxury midsized SUVs
Generation began
2023

Pricing

Current retail median
$51,225
Retail value range
$51,225 - $51,225
Original MSRP range
$52,235 - $57,045
Trade-in range
$49,030 - $49,030

Ratings

Road test score
89/100
Owner satisfaction
4/5
Would buy again
70%
Reliability
2/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
37 MPG
EPA highway
34 MPG
EPA combined
36 MPG
Tested city
29 MPG
Tested highway
38 MPG
Tested overall
34 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,425
Cruising range
585 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.8 sec
0-60 mph
7.8 sec
60-0 mph braking
137 ft
Avoidance speed
52.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
193 in
Width
76 in
Height
67 in
Wheelbase
112 in
Weight
4,475 lb
Maximum load
1,110 lb
Towing capacity
3,500 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
4 in
Front leg room
43.5 in
Rear head room
3.5 in
Rear leg room
32.5 in
Cargo volume
31 cu ft
Luggage
3+3+0

Owner feedback

Comfort
5/5
Driving
4/5
Styling
5/5
Value
1/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
7/10
Greenhouse gas score
7/10
SmartWay
Yes

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: 25829 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: December 4, 2025

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