Lexus RX (09 on) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 02 September 2009
The third-generation Lexus RX is only available with a petrol-electric hybrid engine in the UK, which means it's expensive to buy. But based on the previous version, the fuel-sipping hybrid was by far the most popular choice. While the previous RX400h had class-leading low emissions, Lexus has made further improvements for this RX450h version and achieved a set of impressive figures for performance, fuel economy and CO2 output. It means lower taxation for owners and people choosing one as a company car. A harsh ride on top models with a more ‘sporty’ set-up and indifferent steering feel spoil an otherwise outstanding vehicle.
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Even entry level RX450h SE models are loaded with equipment you'd have to pay extra for on rival models, including leather seats with heating and electrical adjustment in the front, Bluetooth, a CD autochanger plus auxiliary input socket and USB connector, auto-dimming interior and door mirrors, keyless entry and privacy glass. SE-I models include upgraded audio and standard satellite navigation (an option on SE), power tailgate and larger alloy wheels. SE-L models come with side-view cameras to aid parking, premium audio system, upgraded leather trim, air suspension, DAB radio and extra adjustment features for the front seats. SE-L Premier models replace air suspension with active stabiliser coil springs, and have adaptive cruise control with a pre-crash safety system, a head-up display plus heated and ventilated front seats.

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  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • ABS
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Audio remote
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD Multichanger
  • Climate control
  • Cruise control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • DVD
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Electric sunroof
  • Folding rear seats
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Lumbar support
  • Parking sensors
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Sat Nav
  • Service indicator
  • Side airbags
  • Space saver spare wheel
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Traction control
  • TV
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