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2010 Lexus RX350 Review
All-new, with more technology but less complexity.
2010 RX350 Review Summary & Specifications
This third-generation Lexus RX has been updated in dozens of ways to make it more efficient, more comfortable, and broadly more advanced than the previous generation. It's quieter, safer, and more driver-friendly. And in our opinion, better looking as well. If you like the current RX 330, you'll love the Lexus RX 350. It's a good choice for people who don't tow much or need to move more than five at time. The RX 450h offers a clear step forward in hybrid technology.John Stewart filed this report to NewCarTestDrive.com from Sonoma, California.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | John Stewart |
| Model Lineup | Lexus RX 350 FWD ($36,800); RX 350 AWD ($38,200); RX 450h |
| Engines (standard) | V6 |
| Engines (optional) | 3.5-liter V6; hybrid powertrain |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed automatic |
| Transmissions (optional) | 6-speed electronically controlled automatic (ECT) with snow mode |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | advanced airbag system for driver and front passenger; front-seat mounted side airbags; roll-sensing front and rear side-curtain air bags; driver and front passenger knee airbags and side airbags; active headrests for front seats; force-limiting seatbelt pre-tensioners for driver and front passenger seats; three-point seatbelts with pre-tensioners for all rear seating positions (3); direct-type tire pressure monitoring system; four-sensor, four-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Brake Assist; enhanced VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | Pre-collision System and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control; Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Kyushu, Japan and Ontario, Canada |
| Manufacturer Phone | 800-255-3987 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.lexus.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 36800 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Lexus RX 350 AWD ($38,200) |
| Standard Equipment | Ivory or Black fabric-trimmed seats, 10 way power drivers and passenger seat; automatic dual-zone climate control; dust and pollen particle interior air filter; walnut wood trim; chrome trim; carpeted floor mats; steering wheel audio controls; rear air conditioning vents; illuminated LED glove box, center console box and front cupholders; incandescent dome light with white LED spot lights; incandescent foot lights; two 12-volt power outlets; programmable HomeLink garage door opener; manual front seat belt anchor height adjusters; power tilt and telescopic steering column; power windows, door locks; dual sliding sun visors electric fuel door release; pull-out front door storage pockets; tool kit and first aid kit; SmartAccess key system; variable intermittent windshield wipers; rear intermittent wipers; auto on/off headlamps; integrated front fog lamps; heated outside mirrors; five manually adjustable headrests; rear center arm rest with cupholders and storage box; split tonneau cover for rear cargo area; rear seat one-touch fold levers |
| Destination Charge | 825 |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Luxury Package ($4800); Mark Levinson Audio ($1610); Navigation System ($2400) Sports Package ($1300); Towing Prep Package ($238) |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 49373 |
| Layout | full-time all-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 275 @ 6200 |
| Torque | 257 @ 4700 |
| Fuel Economy | 18/24 |
| Wheelbase | 107.9 |
| Length/Width/Height | 187.8/74.2/66.3 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 40.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.1/55.6/43.1 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.7/54.5/36.8 |
| Trunk Volume | 80.3 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 3500 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson strut, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | independent, double wishbone, coil springs |
| Ground Clearance | 7.3 |
| Curb Weight | 4510 |
| Stock Tires | 235/55VR19 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc w ABS, brake assist, electronic stability control |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 |
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