2017
Lexus RX 450h

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$56,495
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Available trims

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  • RX 450h AWD
    Starts at
    $53,035
    31 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • RX 450h F Sport AWD
    Starts at
    $56,495
    31 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Lexus Safety System Plus now standard
Five-seat midsize luxury SUV
Eight-speed automatic transmission standard
Regular (RX 350) and hybrid (RX 450h) versions
Performance-oriented F Sport model available
Head-up display available

The good & the bad

The good

Overall refinement
Seat comfort (base and luxury models)
Lack of touch-sensitive buttons
Smooth, quiet operation (base model)

The bad

Leather seats not standard
Feels heavy in corners
Uninspiring brake feel
Maddening multimedia controller
Small, stiffly bolstered seats (F Sport)
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Safety review

Based on the 2017 Lexus RX 450h base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
17.1%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
17.1%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Maintenance
1 years / 10,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase.
Basic
2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase. Coverage begins after completion of the 4-year / 50,000 new vehicle Basic Warranty.
Dealer certification
161-point inspection
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    $53,035
    31 City / 28 Hwy
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    Seat capacity
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
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    All-wheel drive
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  • 2016
    5.0
    Lexus RX 450h
    Starts at
    $52,235
    31 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric V-6
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    Front-wheel drive
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  • 2019
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    Starts at
    $50,970
    29 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Warranty
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    All-wheel drive
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    Starts at
    $37,300
    40 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
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    Front-wheel drive
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Consumer reviews

97% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 33 reviews
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Comfort 4.9
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.7
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

By VA Mental Health VET from Fort Worth, TX
Owns this car
May 10, 2022

So satisfied, bought wife one just like it. 👍

No regrets, BEST decision ever made. I am so Satisfied and Happy with MY purchase, I decided to let my wife pick one out & therefore bought an Silver RX 450H for her same color as mine Juz with darker interior. 😉
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0
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By John from Lumberton
Owns this car
November 2, 2020

I am enjoying driving my new car

The technology on the car is phenomenal . The car drives great and is a very comfortable ride. The hybrid mode is great around town. It saves a lot on money on gas!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2017 Lexus RX 450h?

The 2017 Lexus RX 450h is available in 2 trim levels:

  • RX 450h (1 style)
  • RX 450h F Sport (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2017 Lexus RX 450h?

The 2017 Lexus RX 450h offers up to 31 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2017 Lexus RX 450h?

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Is the 2017 Lexus RX 450h reliable?

The 2017 Lexus RX 450h has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2017 Lexus RX 450h owners.

Is the 2017 Lexus RX 450h a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2017 Lexus RX 450h. 97.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 33 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.9

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