2002
Lexus RX 300

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  • 4dr SUV
    Starts at
    $33,955
    19 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr SUV 4WD
    Starts at
    $35,705
    18 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 2002 Lexus RX 300 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
3/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

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2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase.
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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.
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161-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

85% of drivers recommend this car
4.4 / 5
Based on 35 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.4
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.4

Most recent

  • By Suzette Marcial from Belvidere, nj
    Owns this car
    September 9, 2022

    I am disappointed.

    My lexus is 95000 mi when I got it, and now it's 109000 I was 2000 over for oil change , and one day I heard the engine vibrating my mechanice said the is shot! This is only happens once , I kept my oil change very seriously, and now that I didn't realized and was going to oil change and it die??? I'm sorry..
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 2.0
    15 people out of 37 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • By HWSOAG from Maryland
    Owns this car
    May 15, 2021

    Has never let me down, always there when you need

    Purchase used with 48,000 miles. I now have 105,000 and it has not skipped a beat. I change the oil regularly ( do it myself) as the only downside to this engine is sludge. Change the oil regularly and you are looking at 300,000 with no problem whatsoever
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Leigha from Brooklyn Center Minnesota
    Owns this car
    March 3, 2021

    Terrible

    Absolutely the WORST experience I’ve ever had. This place sold me a car for $5,000. The first day I received my car the Abs, Check engine & VSC light was on. Matt told me it was due to “ cold weather ” and it’ll come off in a few days. I brought it into a auto shop THE NEXT DAY to get a check up, and it cost $3,000 to get a “few” repairs done. A week later, my car broke down on the middle of the highway. A rod went completely through the engine. It’s gonna cost me $5000+ to get a new engine. That’s $13,000+. I’ve tried contacting this shop and Matt & Adam told me they would help but, they won’t return my calls. Matt actually told me to stop calling and to text him only. Now no one responds to my text. If I could give this scam a 0 rating, I would. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME/MONEY.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By John from San Diego
    Owns this car
    August 21, 2020

    Most reliable car that I eve owned

    This car meets all my expectations and more. Very comfortable while reliable. Roomy, elegant, all options, ahead of time operations options with safety in mind
    • 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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  • By Las Vegas Teacher from Las Vegas, NV
    Owns this car
    January 12, 2020

    The most reliable vehicle I have ever owned.

    This SUV met all of my needs. Dependable, lots of leg room, spacious and easy to read buttons and gadgets. I was able to get it in my favorite color..
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • 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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  • By RobFL from Treasure Coast, FL
    Owns this car
    May 24, 2019

    Great family car.

    This is a very well-engineered car designed to last hundreds of thousands of miles. Excellent value considering how long they last. A great car for growing family or college student.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • 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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  • By Shung from San Pedro,Ca
    Owns this car
    August 19, 2018

    A very reliable car that I can trust,

    This car that my wife and I own since 2002, it is reliable and it still looks great and performs great,and that is the reason we decide to have a new Rex 350.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Julio Fiori from Flemington, NJ
    Used to own this car
    April 13, 2018

    Lot of comfort for a very affordable price

    This is a great SUV with a very affordable price, it even have a completely functional moonroof, electric and heated seats and the best AC system that I have ever had in all my cars
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By LexusLover
    Owns this car
    April 7, 2018

    2nd RX, Not the Last

    This is my third Lexus, my second RX. I've kept each RX until 200,000 miles. Very dependable, comfortable for in town or trips. Great for transporting cargo, too. Lexus builds with the finest materials, and even at 16 years old, friends can't believe its age. Highly recommended.
    • 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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  • By Loyal from Minooka
    Owns this car
    February 19, 2018

    Best car you can buy!

    This car is extremely reliable, and a joy to own. We borrowed our daughter's for 2 years, and later came back to buy a used one as well. We like the way it feels solid, like a luxury car should.
    • 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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  • By Julio Fiori from Flemington, NJ
    Owns this car
    February 17, 2018

    This is the most comfortable car I owned

    This car is just great, too bad I need to sell it, i got a very good deal from a friend in a van and as my my is expecting my 3rd baby, we couldn?t refuse Exterior got some scratches but the engine and trans are just great, no leaks and not even lower the oil level over the weeks. The interior is impeccable, even the casssete player and the moonroof works
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By bzgo1234 from york pa
    Owns this car
    September 2, 2017

    solid car

    only owned for a month seems like a good solid vehicle. fuel milage not great ;but this was not unexpected lots of rear seat leg room . 15 years old and all the buttons work .have always had sedans tall upright seating taking some getting used to. overall very happy so far.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2002 Lexus RX 300?

The 2002 Lexus RX 300 is available in 1 trim level:

  • (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2002 Lexus RX 300?

The 2002 Lexus RX 300 offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 23 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.

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Is the 2002 Lexus RX 300 reliable?

The 2002 Lexus RX 300 has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2002 Lexus RX 300 owners.

Is the 2002 Lexus RX 300 a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2002 Lexus RX 300. 85.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 35 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.4
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