2018
Lexus RX 450hL

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  • RX 450hL Premium AWD
    Starts at
    $50,620
    MPG
    29 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Warranty
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Engine
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • RX 450hL Luxury AWD
    Starts at
    $54,555
    MPG
    29 City / 28 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Warranty
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Engine
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

  • Three-row L version now available
  • Gas (RX 350) and hybrid (RX 450h) models
  • Lexus Safety System Plus standard
  • Eight-speed automatic standard
  • Performance-oriented F Sport model available
  • Head-up display available

The good & the bad

The good

  • Overall refinement
  • Cabin materials
  • 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 2018 Lexus RX 450hL base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
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Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
16.4%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
16.4%
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.
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161-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 10 reviews
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Comfort
4.9
Interior
4.5
Performance
4.8
Value
4.4
Exterior
4.6
Reliability
5.0

Most recent

  • By Robert from Lake Saint Louis il
    Owns this car
    January 25, 2023

    Best Hybrid system available...

    Third row seat is useless even for a toddler. I bought it used from Enterprise. All service up to date from Enterprise was from Lexus dealers. That's a great sales incentive. Good mileage for such a large vehicle but not up to EPA estimates. Most quiet vehicle I have ever owned and a great place to be on the interstate. Power is adequate. I expect and will get many years of service from this vehicle. The Toyota Hybrid system is the best available from any make and if you keep the hybrid air filter clean it will outlast the car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    3.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Timothy M. Stone from Simpsonville, SC.
    Owns this car
    November 17, 2022

    Lexus cruise control issues

    I bought this car new in 2018. This is a superior SUV. GREAT MILEAGE for something this big. The driving position is perfect for me. No problems for the first five years, then this August the cruise control started acting up. Since this is a hybrid, each wheel is driven by a electric motor. In normal mode w/o cruise control the vehicle drives like new. However, when the cruise control is engaged, the car pulls to the right. I have to constantly keep the steering wheel straight. When I disengage the cruise control, the car stops pulling to the right. I mentioned it to my Lexus service rep and he said this is the first he's ever heard of it. No investigation into this issue was ever initiated.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    3.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Gaby from Georgia, Vermont
    Owns this car
    November 5, 2020

    The first car I've ever loved

    I love how the car drives, the quality of the materials and design, the service I get with Lexus overall. It's the only car in my life that I have owed, that I absolutely love. I have had the car 2 years now, absolutely zero mechnical, electrical or other problems. Not one repair has been required other than normal maintenance. The one thing that would be nice would be for Lexus to integrate android/apple auto software. Such a huge opportuity for them as their apps are clunky.
    • Purchased a New 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 LadyOnyx from Bowie, MD
    Owns this car
    September 22, 2019

    Excellent combination of style, safety & luxury

    Lexus maintains their reputation for style, comfort, reliability and luxury. This vehicle is spacious, drives smoothly, and is packed with safety features to make the driver and passengers feel secured! The power-folding third row adds to the convenience of utilizing the additional space, along with the touchless power rear lift. Waving my hand across the emblem to open the rear made it quite convenient when loading the vehicle. The AWD and additional cold weather package also added to the vehicle's reliability in Winter months.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Amazing service from Serremonte Lexus from SAN BRUNO
    Owns this car
    October 15, 2018

    RX 450HL from Serramonte Lexus

    After being referred to Putnam Lexus and not so good of a service I went to Serramonte Lexus with amazing customer service from Steve Bailey and I was able to buy my RX 450 HL
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • 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 TheG from Maryland
    Owns this car
    September 18, 2018

    Best car I have owned

    Beautiful design, smooth and reliable functionality. A lot of thought put into the features in the vehicle. Would like to see a more responsive software as it is a bit slow.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By First Lexus ever from Stillwater man
    Owns this car
    July 21, 2018

    31 mpg - very comfortable

    A pleasure to drive - would definitely buy again - Sara is great - wish I would have looked at Lexus earlier. I wish I needed to replace my other car
    • Purchased a New 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 Lexus lover from Lakewood, CO
    Owns this car
    July 20, 2018

    Love this car!

    While it does not have a Hemi engine, it has plenty of spunk when you need it. Worked well when driving in the mountains, and that was important.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • 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 Wow Lexus from Denver
    Owns this car
    July 6, 2018

    The extra length was the selling feature

    Very stylish and utilitarian. The ride is superb. Took it on a 3000 mile toad trip immediately after buying and found it to be more than I expected. More room was a plus.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By SENIOR CITIZEN from LOS ANGELES, CA
    Owns this car
    June 3, 2018

    OVERKILL

    A WONDERFUL NEW VEHICLE, BUT TOO MANNY TECH SUPPORT ITEMS. WHEN IN REVERSE, THE SCREEN IS TOO DARK AND IS NOT EFFECTIVE. I WISH IT WOULD BE BRIGHT LIKE THE LINCOLN SIGNAGE IS.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    3.0
    Exterior
    3.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Lexus RX 450hL?

The 2018 Lexus RX 450hL is available in 2 trim levels:

  • RX 450hL Luxury (1 style)
  • RX 450hL Premium (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Lexus RX 450hL?

The 2018 Lexus RX 450hL offers up to 29 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 2018 Lexus RX 450hL?

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Is the 2018 Lexus RX 450hL reliable?

The 2018 Lexus RX 450hL has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Lexus RX 450hL owners.

Is the 2018 Lexus RX 450hL a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Lexus RX 450hL. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 10 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 5.0

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