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Key specifications
- Gas/Electric V6
- Engine Type
- 1 kWh
- Battery Capacity
- 295 hp
- Horsepower
- 5
- Seating Capacity
- Gas/Electric V6
- Engine Type
- 3.5L/211
- Displacement
- 295 combined
- SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
- w/Coil Springs
- Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
- MacPherson Strut
- Suspension Type - Front
- w/Coil Springs
- Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
- Independent
- Suspension Type - Rear
- N/A
- Curb Weight - Rear
- N/A
- Curb Weight - Front
- Not Available lbs
- Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
- Not Available lbs
- Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
- Standard
- Stability Control
- Standard
- Brake Assist
- Standard
- Bluetooth®
- N/A
- Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
- N/A
- Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
- Yes
- Disc - Rear (Yes or )
- Yes
- Disc - Front (Yes or )
- 4-Wheel
- Brake ABS System
- Pwr
- Brake Type
Notable features
30-32 mpg city mileage
10 airbags
FWD or AWD
Optional wide-view side monitor
Optional head-up display
Engine
Gas/Electric V6 Engine Type
3.5L/211 Displacement
295 combined SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
Suspension
w/Coil Springs Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
MacPherson Strut Suspension Type - Front
w/Coil Springs Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Independent Suspension Type - Rear
Weight & Capacity
N/A Curb Weight - Rear
N/A Curb Weight - Front
Not Available lbs Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Not Available lbs Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
N/A Maximum Trailering Capacity
0 lbs Total Option Weight
N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
17 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A Maximum Payload Capacity
Not Available lbs Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
N/A Curb Weight
Not Available lbs Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
4,520 lbs Base Curb Weight
Safety
Standard Stability Control
Standard Brake Assist
Entertainment
Standard Bluetooth®
Electrical
N/A Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
N/A Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
Brakes
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
4-Wheel Brake ABS System
Pwr Brake Type
N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
12.2 x -TBD- in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Not Available Drum - Rear (Yes or )
12.9 x -TBD- in Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
Photo & video gallery
The good & the bad
The good
Overall refinement
Gas mileage
Seat comfort
Optional Pre-Collision System
Optional dual-screen entertainment system
The bad
Road noise
Leather seats not standard
Joystick-operated navigation system
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Safety review
Based on the 2012 Lexus RX 450h base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
-
4/5
- Combined side rating front seat
-
5/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
-
4/5
- 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
-
4/5
- Side barrier rating
-
5/5
- Side barrier rating driver
-
5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
-
4/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
17.9%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
-
4/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
-
5/5
17.9%
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
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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great rideing car,very dependble ,lot of leg and head room. truk space is very good. navigation system need to be updated ever three to five years.
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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Drives excellent and very reliable car. Japan made Lexus offers even better performance and great value for money. We had so much fun driving it and looking forward to get a newer one.
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2012 Lexus RX 450h?
The 2012 Lexus RX 450h is available in 1 trim level:
- (2 styles)
What is the MPG of the 2012 Lexus RX 450h?
The 2012 Lexus RX 450h offers up to 32 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.
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Is the 2012 Lexus RX 450h reliable?
The 2012 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 2012 Lexus RX 450h owners.
Is the 2012 Lexus RX 450h a good SUV?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Lexus RX 450h. 86.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.7
- Interior: 4.5
- Performance: 4.5
- Value: 4.0
- Exterior: 4.6
- Reliability: 4.9
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