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2009 Lexus RX
At a Glance
| Pricing | $37,500 - $42,680 |
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| Drive Types | FWD, AWD |
| Engines | V6 (208hp), V6 (270hp) |
| Transmissions | A5, CVT |
| Fuel Economy | 17-27 (city), 22-24 (highway) |
Our Ratings
| Velocity Index | 49 |
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A strong seller despite the ungainly styling.
Overview Information
The Lexus RX was one of the first car-based SUVs to gain popularity. During the boom of SUV sales, the RX offered a strong combination of SUV versatility and entry-level (for Lexus) pricing. Offered in FWD and AWD forms, the RX350 is powered by a 3.5L V6. The Lexus 400H is the hybrid powertrain version. Classified as a full hybrid, the RX400H is capable of running entirely on gasoline or electric power. The complexity of the hybrid powertrain adds improved fuel economy and the bragging rights that come along with that. However, the hybrid version also adds about $10k to the sticker price bringing the MSRP to about $50k with some of the more desirable options.
Official Word:
The Lexus RX 350 remains the most popular vehicle in the car-based luxury utility vehicle segment that it established over a decade ago. The RX 350 received styling enhancements for 2008 and for 2009 changes about half of its elegant color palette. Engine/Transmission/Drivetrain/Performance The RX 350's 3.5-liter V6 engine produces 270 horsepower and 251 lb.-ft. of torque. Featuring all-aluminum construction, the V6 harnesses the benefits of advanced technologies and low weight to improve performance and fuel...Read.
| Model | Drive | Engine | Transmission | Velocity Index | Base Price | |
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| RX 350 | FWD | V6 | A5 | 48 | $37,500 | |
| RX 350 | AWD | V6 | A5 | 49 | $38,900 | |
| RX 400h | FWD | V6 | CVT | 38 | $41,280 | |
| RX 400h | AWD | V6 | CVT | 41 | $42,680 |
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