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Lexus RX 2016–2022 (4th gen, AL20)
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- Price
- $43,100–$58,000
- MPG
- 30
- Strength: Strong comfort
- Strength: Strong reliability
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Below-average driving fun
How it scores for you10 scores
A supremely quiet, plush-riding luxury SUV built for relaxed cruising, though tight cargo, a clumsy infotainment mouse, and numb handling temper the appeal.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; 1 of its 9 recalls was serious. About 12% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +10 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $2,750 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 46% of cars we track.
18.4 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 25% of other SUVs we track.
Roomy front and rear seats for its 5-passenger layout; 18.4 cu ft cargo is competitive but not class-leading. Two-row only limits versatility versus 3-row rivals.
RX prioritizes smooth, quiet cruising over engagement. Adequate 295 hp but numb steering and soft, comfort-tuned suspension make it a relaxed rather than sporty drive.
Well-equipped with quality materials, but the Remote Touch/mouse-style infotainment was widely criticized as awkward and dated during this generation.
A Lexus hallmark: exceptionally quiet cabin, plush ride, supportive seats. Comfort is this RX's core strength and well above segment norms.
Luxury brands like Lexus tend to lose value faster than average.
Rated to tow 3,500 lb; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls16 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
16 recalls · 3 common complaint areas across 2016–2022
- Airbags — 45 complaints (2021)
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap (2021)
- Airbags — 21 complaints (2020)
2022
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other9 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While driving in the [XXX] on the [XXX] my sunroof exploded. the noise was so loud and startling that i injured my back as a result. I had glass all over myself and the passenger seat. I immediately contacted my insurance company and drove directly to the Lexus dealership. I havent spoke to my claim
- Complaint clusterElectrical6 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
my rear windshield shattered - I was not driving - I was not using the rear defrost - I simply put car in reverse and when I looked back my glass was shattered. 08/09/2026
2021
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap21V043000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Lexus) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus RX350 and 2021 RX350 vehicles. The transport hook may not have been removed prior to sale. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification23V865000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir
- Complaint clusterAirbags45 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX 350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time f
2020
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V682000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 20
- RecallAirbags: sensor: occupant classification23V865000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short cir
- Complaint clusterAirbags21 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
I am submitting this correspondence to formally report a serious safety incident involving my 2020 Lexus RX 350 and to request a thorough investigation. On Saturday, February 7, while attempting to park the vehicle, I experienced a sudden loss of control, resulting in the vehicle accelerating forwar
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other10 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The panoramic sunroof has a shade, which is not closing. This causes a lot of sunlight to enter the vehicle which might be harmful to your skin and causes headaches. The repair is very expensive and there is no other way around it. I seen many owners raising concerns about the same issue happenin
2019
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300,
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V682000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 20
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap21V043000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Lexus) is recalling certain 2019 Lexus RX350 and 2021 RX350 vehicles. The transport hook may not have been removed prior to sale. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump25V028000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Camry, 2019 Lexus NX300, and 2019 RX350L vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
2018
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300,
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V682000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 20
2017
- RecallService brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum18V211000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018 Toyota Camry and Highlander vehicles, 2017 Toyota Sienna and Tacoma vehicles and 2017 Lexus RX350 vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the oil galley in the rotor for the brake booster vacuum pump assembly may have b
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V012000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300,
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V682000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 20
2016
- RecallAirbags: knee bolster16V053000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lexus RX350 and RX450h vehicles manufactured November 16, 2015, to December 23, 2015. Due to an improper weld, the gas needed to inflate the driver's knee air bag may escape from the inflator.
- RecallElectronic stability control (esc); service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip16V198000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota RAV4 vehicles manufactured October 30, 2015, to February 3, 2016, 2016 Lexus RX350 vehicles manufactured October 26, 2015, to February 8, 2016, and 2016 Lexus ES350 vehicles manufactured September 1, 2015,
- RecallAirbags: frontal; air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive; air bags: side/window18V085000
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Toyota Prius and Lexus RX 350, RX 350 F Sport, RX 450h F Sport and RX 450h vehicles and 2015-2016 Lexus NX 200T, NX Turbo and NX 300h vehicles. The air bag pressure sensors and/or the acceleration sensors may fail causing t
Cost to own$27,300 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$43,100–$58,000
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,750/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
31
Highway MPG
30
Combined MPG
30
Horsepower
295 hp
Doors
4
Length
192.5 in
Width
74.8 in
Height
67.7 in
Wheelbase
109.8 in
Curb weight
4,453 lb
Cargo volume
18.4 cu ft
Cargo (seats folded)
56.3 cu ft
Towing capacity
3,500 lbs
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