The 2023 Lexus RX 350 is a luxurious midsize SUV that blends comfort, refinement, and quiet confidence in every drive. As part of the RX lineup, it maintains Lexus’s reputation for reliability while offering a plush interior, strong tech features, and smooth performance.
🔧 Performance & Powertrain
- Powered by a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V6 engine producing 295 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque.
- Standard with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
- Front-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive (AWD) offered as an option for those seeking better traction and handling.
⛽ Fuel Economy & Efficiency
- For the RX350 FWD: approx 20 mpg city / 27 mpg highway.
- With AWD, it drops slightly to approx 19 city / 26 highway mpg.
- The hybrid version (RX450h) offers significantly better efficiency, rated around 31 mpg city or in that neighbourhood.
📐 Interior, Comfort & Design
- A well crafted cabin with high-quality materials: soft touch surfaces, leather upholstery, fine trim, and attention to detail.
- Spacious front and second rows; the RX350L (longer version) adds more cargo or optional third-row (though that third row is best for occasional use).
- Infotainment upgraded with touch‐screen display, better connectivity, and modern driver‐assistance features.
👮 Safety & Driver Assists
- Comes with standard safety features like: adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning / lane keeping assist.
- For 2023, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert become standard.
- High safety ratings in crash tests (especially for AWD versions).
🌟 Why Choose the 2023 RX350?
- Smooth, responsive V6 power with balanced performance and comfort.
- Refined ride quality: quiet cabin, good insulation, great for long drives.
- Premium luxury features without going into ultra-premium SUV price ranges.
- Strong reliability history and excellent resale value.