Lexus RX Third generation

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The Lexus RX Third generation (2010–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 36 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: AL10

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,770 mm RDW	4,770 mm TC	4,770 mm
Width	1,890 mm RDW	1,890 mm TC	1,885 mm
Height	1,690 mm RDW	1,700–1,720 mm TC	1,684–1,720 mm
Wheelbase	2,740 mm RDW	2,740 mm TC	2,741 mm
Front track	1,630–1,640 mm ASTRA	1,630 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,620–1,650 mm ASTRA	1,620 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	2,025–2,085 kg RDW	1,970–2,110 kg TC	–
Mass in running order	2,125–2,185 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,615–2,700 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	2,000 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Performance
Top speed	200 km/h RDW	–	–
Torque	317–350 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/55R19, 235/60R18

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2012: ★★★★☆ · 2013–2015: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
6–8 years	94.1% (93.3–94.8)	86.4%	3,975
9–12 years	89.7% (89.2–90.1)	77.9%	19,856
13 years and older	84.1% (83.2–85.0)	69.2%	6,161

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Suspension	26.9%	28.3%
Tyres	26.8%	30.8%
Brakes	18.0%	28.4%
Lights and electrics	8.9%	18.7%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	6.4%	8.9%
Body, chassis and structure	1.9%	9.3%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

497 complaints for model years 2010–2015. 101 crashes · 20 fires · 71 injuries · 3 deaths

Engine 90
Brakes 84
Speed control 83
Electrical system 58
Airbags 50
Body and structure 34

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 36 versions of the Lexus RX Third generation

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European Union 15 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	CO₂	EU registrations
2011–2015	3.5 L	183 kW (249 PS)	Petrol	143–145 g/km	43,118
2015	3.5 L	193 kW (262 PS)	Petrol	127 g/km	248
2015	2.0 L	175 kW (238 PS)	Petrol	188 g/km	84
2011–2015	3.5 L	204 kW (277 PS)	Petrol	250–251 g/km	774
2012–2015	3.5 L	183 kW (249 PS)	Hybrid	143–145 g/km	420
2013–2014	3.5 L	183 kW (249 PS)	Other fuel	145 g/km	966
2010–2013	–	–	Petrol	145–160 g/km	516
2010–2013	–	–	Other fuel	143–159 g/km	128
2010–2013	3.3 L	–	Petrol	192 g/km	188
2011–2012	3.5 L	183 kW (249 PS)	Electric	145 g/km	284
2012	2.2 L	–	Petrol	145 g/km	34
2010–2012	Electric motor	–	Electric	146–148 g/km	24
2010	3.5 L	–	Petrol	149 g/km	16,440
2010	3.5 L	–	Electric	146 g/km	292
2010	3.0 L	–	Petrol	222 g/km	10

United Kingdom 3 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2015RX450h Advance · RX450h Luxury · RX450h SE and 2 more trims	3.5 L	Hybrid	Continuously variable (CVT)	6.3 L/100 km NEDC	145 g/km
2013–2014RX450h F Sport · RX450h Luxury · RX450h Premier and 2 more trims	3.5 L	Hybrid	Automatic	6.3 L/100 km NEDC	145 g/km
2010–2012RX450h	3.5 L	Hybrid	Continuously variable (CVT)	6.3 L/100 km NEDC	145–148 g/km

France 5 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2013–2015RX 450h BREAK V6 3.5L hybride FWD	–	183 kW (249 PS)	Hybrid	Continuously variable (CVT)	6.1 L/100 km NEDC	140 g/km
2013–2015RX 450h BREAK V6 3.5L hybride AWD	–	183 kW (249 PS)	Hybrid	Continuously variable (CVT)	6.3 L/100 km NEDC	145 g/km
2012–2015RX 350 BREAK V6 3.5L	–	204 kW (277 PS)	Petrol	6-speed automatic	10.7 L/100 km NEDC	250 g/km
2012RX 450h BREAK V6 3.5L hybride FWD	–	183 kW (249 PS)	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	6.1 L/100 km NEDC	140 g/km
2012RX 450h BREAK V6 3.5L hybride AWD	–	183 kW (249 PS)	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	6.3 L/100 km NEDC	145 g/km

United States 9 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2011–2015	3.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	263–267 g/km
2011–2015	3.5 L	Hybrid	Continuously variable (CVT)	Front-wheel drive	29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA	187–190 g/km
2011–2015	3.5 L	Hybrid	Continuously variable (CVT)	All-wheel drive	28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA	194–197 g/km
2013–2015	3.5 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	262 g/km
2014–2015	3.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	277 g/km
2010–2013PR	3.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	All-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
2010PR	3.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	263 g/km
2010Hybrid; PR	3.5 L	Hybrid	Continuously variable (CVT)	Front-wheel drive	30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA	184 g/km
2010Hybrid; PR	3.5 L	Hybrid	Continuously variable (CVT)	All-wheel drive	29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA	190 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2011–2015Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Small	3.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	8.2–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	189–269 g/km
2013–2015Sport utility vehicle: Small	3.5 L	Petrol	8-speed automatic	11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	255 g/km
2014–2015Sport utility vehicle: Small	3.5 L	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	8.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	189 g/km
2010–2011Sport utility vehicle	3.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	7.9–11.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	182–267 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.