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About the Lexus RX
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2021 Lexus RX's used prices in Australia typically range from $56,000 for the Luxury + Enhancement Pack variant and topping out at $89,400 for the Sport Luxury Hybrid (awd).
There are 11 variants of the RX available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2019.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo petrol (175kW/350Nm), 3.5L petrol (221kW/370Nm) and 3.5L petrol hybrid (193kW/335Nm). Available with 6 speed automatic, 8 speed automatic or continuous variable transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations are available.
The 2021 RX was offered with a 4 year, 100,000 km warranty.
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2021 Lexus RX Price
Sports Luxury
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Suv | $94,836 |
| 3.5L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $103,836 |
| 3.5L, Automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $111,088 |
F Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Suv | $88,013 |
| 3.5L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $95,636 |
| 3.5L, Automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $104,888 |
Luxury
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Suv | $73,136 |
| 3.5L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $83,136 |
| 3.5L, Automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $92,388 |
Crafted Edition
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Suv | $76,886 |
| 3.5L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $86,013 |
| 3.5L, Automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | $98,018 |
*excl. on-roads
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2021 Lexus RX Dimensions
1690mm
1895mm
4890mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2021 Lexus RX Fuel Economy
There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the Lexus RX
The most fuel efficient Lexus RX is the LUXURY HYBRID with a Continuous Variable which is powered by a 3.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 5.7L of Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Lexus RX that uses the most amount of fuel is the SPORTS LUXURY (AWD) with a 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 3.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 10.2L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Lexus RX variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Lexus RX | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5L, Automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | Premium Unleaded | 5.7 L/100km |
| 3.5L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Suv | Premium Unleaded | 10.6 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Suv | Premium Unleaded | 8.1 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Lexus RX?
The Lexus RX has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2021 Lexus RX Warranty
What is the warranty on a Lexus RX?
The Lexus RX offers a 4 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Lexus RX FAQs
The cheapest Lexus RX is the LUXURY + ENHANCEMENT PACK that starts from $56,000.
The most expensive Lexus RX is the SPORT LUXURY HYBRID (AWD) that starts from $89,400.
The best towing capacity of a Lexus RX is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: LUXURY, LUXURY + ENHANCEMENT PACK, F-SPORT, LUXURY HYBRID, LUXURY + EP HYBRID, SPORTS LUXURY (AWD), SPORTS LUXURY, F SPORT HYBRID, CRAFTED EDITION and SPORTS LUXURY HYBRID.
The largest Lexus RX is the LUXURY which measures 1895mm wide, 5000mm in length and sits 1700mm tall.
The most powerful Lexus RX is the LUXURY which has 221kW of power from its 3.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ engine.
The Lexus RX is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Lexus RX is the LUXURY + EP HYBRID which weighs 2840 kg (kerb weight).
The Lexus RX may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid or Premium Unleaded Petrol.