Lexus Rx MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Lexus Rx model year from 1999 to 2026 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Rx has been offered with 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 3.3L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl power plants; the most efficient version is the 2026 (up to 36 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Lexus Rx fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined MPG | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 24–36 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $61,634 | 3,894 listings |
| 2025 | 24–36 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $53,500 | 11 listings |
| 2024 | 24–36 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $51,541 | 353 listings |
| 2023 | 24–36 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl | $47,353 | 747 listings |
| 2022 | 21–30 | 3.5L 6-cyl | $40,500 | 398 listings |
| 2021 | 21–30 | 3.5L 6-cyl | $36,936 | 204 listings |
| 2020 | 21–30 | 3.5L 6-cyl | $33,861 | 191 listings |
| 2019 | 21–30 | 3.5L 6-cyl | $27,946 | 148 listings |
| 2018 | 21–30 | 3.5L 6-cyl | $25,950 | 154 listings |
| 2017 | 22–30 | 3.5L 6-cyl | $24,950 | 365 listings |
| 2016 | 22–30 | 3.5L 6-cyl | $21,495 | 106 listings |
| 2015 | 20–29 | 3.5L 6-cyl | $17,990 | 310 listings |
| 2014 | 20–29 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 20–29 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 20–29 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 20–29 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 20–30 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 19–20 | 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 19–25 | 3.3L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 19–26 | 3.3L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 18–27 | 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 18–20 | 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 19–20 | 3.3L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 18 | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 18 | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 18 | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 18–19 | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 1999 | 18–19 | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
2026 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2026 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 36 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $61,634 on VehiSales (3,894 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 37 | 34 | 36 MPG |
| RX 500h AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 27 | 28 | 27 MPG |
| RX 350 | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
2025 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2025 Rx was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 36 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $53,500 on VehiSales (11 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 37 | 34 | 36 MPG |
| RX 450h Plus AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 36 | 33 | 35 MPG · 540 mi range |
| RX 500h AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 27 | 28 | 27 MPG |
| RX 350 | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
2024 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2024 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 36 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $51,541 on VehiSales (353 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 37 | 34 | 36 MPG |
| RX 500h AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 27 | 28 | 27 MPG |
| RX 350 | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
2023 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2023 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 36 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $47,353 on VehiSales (747 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 37 | 34 | 36 MPG |
| RX 500h AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 27 | 28 | 27 MPG |
| RX 350 | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
2022 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2022 Rx was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 30 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $40,500 on VehiSales (398 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 30 MPG |
| RX 450h L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| RX 350 L | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
2021 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2021 Rx was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 30 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $36,936 on VehiSales (204 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 30 MPG |
| RX 450h L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| RX 350 L | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
2020 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2020 Rx was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 30 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $33,861 on VehiSales (191 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 30 MPG |
| RX 450h L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| RX 350 L | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
2019 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2019 Rx was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 30 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $27,946 on VehiSales (148 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 30 MPG |
| RX 450h L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| RX 350 L | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
2018 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2018 Rx was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 21 to 30 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $25,950 on VehiSales (154 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 30 MPG |
| RX 450h L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| RX 350 L | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| RX 350 L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
2017 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2017 Rx was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 30 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $24,950 on VehiSales (365 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 30 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
2016 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2016 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 30 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $21,495 on VehiSales (106 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 30 | 28 | 30 MPG |
| RX 450h | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 30 | 30 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
2015 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2015 Rx was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 29 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $17,990 on VehiSales (310 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 27 | 28 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2014 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2014 Rx was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 27 | 28 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2013 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2013 Rx was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 27 | 28 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2012 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2012 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 27 | 28 MPG |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2011 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2011 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 31 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 29 | 27 | 28 MPG |
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2010 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2010 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 30 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 32 | 28 | 30 MPG |
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium | 30 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2009 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2009 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| RX 350 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| RX 350 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
2008 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2008 Rx was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.3L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 400h 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Premium | 27 | 24 | 25 MPG |
| RX 400h 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Premium | 26 | 24 | 25 MPG |
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| RX 350 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| RX 350 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
2007 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2007 Rx was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.3L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 400h 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Premium | 27 | 25 | 26 MPG |
| RX 400h 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Premium | 28 | 25 | 26 MPG |
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| RX 350 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| RX 350 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
2006 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2006 Rx was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 400h 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 28 | 25 | 27 MPG |
| RX 400h 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 27 | 25 | 26 MPG |
| RX 330 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| RX 330 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| RX 330 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| RX 330 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2005 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2005 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 330 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| RX 330 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| RX 330 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| RX 330 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2004 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2004 Rx was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.3L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 330 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| RX 330 2WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| RX 330 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Regular | 16 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| RX 330 4WD | 3.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 19 MPG |
2003 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2003 Rx was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 300 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| RX 300 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 21 | 18 MPG |
2002 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2002 Rx was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 300 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| RX 300 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 21 | 18 MPG |
2001 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2001 Rx was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 300 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| RX 300 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 21 | 18 MPG |
2000 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 2000 Rx was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 300 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| RX 300 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
1999 Lexus Rx: engines & MPG
The 1999 Rx was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 300 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| RX 300 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 20 | 18 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Lexus Rx get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined economy for the Rx ranges from 18 to 36 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2026 model year.
What engines does the 2026 Lexus Rx have?
The 2026 Rx was EPA-rated with 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl — see the 2026 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Lexus Rx require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists premium and regular depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
Is there a hybrid or electric Rx?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
https://vehisales.com/research/fuel-economy/lexus/rx.
Underlying ratings are public-domain EPA/DOE data from fueleconomy.gov.
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