2020 Lexus RX 450h review
Lexus RX 450h highlights
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Pros
- Lots of passenger space
- Excellent interior experience
- Competent handling and performance
Cons
- Acceleration lags behind competitors
- The infotainment touchpad isn’t intuitive
- Cargo capacity is below average
Mileage (EPA estimate)
29 city, 28 highway, 29 combined
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A luxury hybrid SUV with style and comfort
Step into the quiet and comfortable interior of the 2020 Lexus RX 450h, which surrounds you with high-end materials, a solid build, and luxurious touches. There’s a lot to like in the standard trim of a 2020 Lexus RX 450h that’s packed with modern tech, driver aids, and functional features. Plus, with nearly 140 cu-ft of interior volume, passengers have plenty of headroom and legroom. Lastly, the 2020 Lexus RX 450h’s available list of packages and standalone options will let you find the right luxury SUV for you.
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What is new for the 2020 Lexus RX 450h?
- The RX 450h is available in a new trim called the Performance.
- RX 450h trims have been upgraded with Remote Start, Quad Seats, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and CD Audio as standard equipment this year.
- The L trim now comes with Leatherette Seats as standard equipment.
2020 Lexus RX 450h trims
Base:
- 308-hp, 247-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- Remote Start
- Power Seats
- Leatherette Seats
- Smart Key
- Rear View Camera
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Mirrors
- Automated Cruise Control
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L:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- Power Folding Third Row
- Third Row Seat
- Quad Seats
- Satellite Radio Ready
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F-Sport:
- Includes all features available on the L
- Front Seat Heaters
- Rear Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Memory Seats
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
L Luxury:
- Includes all features available on the F-Sport
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Adjustable Suspension
- Rear Sunshade
- Sunroofs
- Leather Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
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Performance:
- Includes all features available on the L Luxury
- No significant upgrades found on the Performance
5 reasons to buy the 2020 Lexus RX 450h
1. Functional and flexible interior
It's a luxury SUV but the 2020 Lexus RX 450h has a few functional tricks up its sleeve to add to its plush credentials. For example, the second-row seats are 40/20/40 split-folding, which gives you a wide array of configurations for a total of 55.9 cu-ft of cargo space. Plus, there are storage pockets, cubbies, and nooks throughout the interior to store small items.
2. A quiet and comfortable ride
Escape from the noise and bustle of the outside world in a 2020 Lexus RX 450h cabin. For example, the suspension dampens most harsh bumps and keeps road noise at bay, while the solid build and high-end materials isolate you from highway wind noise. The result is a quiet, smooth, and pleasant ride, no matter where you find yourself.
3. Capable engine that goes further
By combining the power of a V6 gas engine with an electric motor, the 2020 Lexus RX 450h spends more time driving and less time at the pump. That’s because you’ll get an EPA-estimated 28 mpg highway and 31 mpg city fuel economy in the 2020 Lexus RX 450h.
4. Confident handling and performance
Breaking free of the crossover SUV stereotype, the 2020 Lexus RX 450h feels more like a sedan from behind the wheel. That’s because the suspension keeps body roll and wheels planted during aggressive handling, while sharp steering responds quickly to your input. Or, get the F Sport package for even more thrills, thanks to adaptive suspension and a lowered ride height.
5. Plenty of standard tech
From driver assists to infotainment, the 2020 Lexus RX 450h has many of the technology features you want as part of its comprehensive standard list. For example, Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® smartphone integration, an eight-inch touchscreen, and a nine-speaker sound system are standard equipment. Plus, adaptive cruise control, forward collision mitigation, lane-keep assist, blind spot monitoring, and others make up the standard driver assist technology.
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Lexus RX 450h features and specs
L Luxury 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- 4WD/AWD
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Adjustable Suspension
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Folding Third Row
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Head Up Display
- Leather Seats
- Mark Levinson Sound
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Entertainment System
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
308
Torque (ft-lbs)
247
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
17.2
Wheelbase
109.8"
Overall length
196.9"
Width
74.6"
Height
67.7"
Leg room
F 41.4"/M 30.9"/R 22.6"
Head room
F 38.7"/M 37.9"/R 34.8"
Front tires
P235/55VR20
Rear tires
P235/55VR20
Seating capacity
6
Transmission
Automatic
2020 Lexus RX 450h FAQ
The 2020 Lexus RX 450h is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- L Luxury: 29 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Base: 31 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- F-Sport: 31 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Performance: 31 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- L: 29 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
Here is what's new for the 2020 Lexus RX 450h:
- Performance
- Quad Seats
- Remote Start
- CD Audio
- Apple CarPlay
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