2014 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2015 Lexus RX 350
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2014 Lexus RX 350 and 2015 Lexus RX 350 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2014 Lexus RX 350 and the 2015 Lexus RX 350.
When we compare the 2014 Lexus RX 350's and the 2015 Lexus RX 350's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2014 Lexus RX 350 and 2015 Lexus RX 350 have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2014 Lexus RX 350's and the 2015 Lexus RX 350's specifications and ratings, the 2014 Lexus RX 350 is a better car than the 2015 Lexus RX 350.
Pricing: A used 2014 Lexus RX 350 ranges from $13,499 to $23,996 while a used 2015 Lexus RX 350 is priced between $14,899 to $25,932.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2014 Lexus RX 350 and the 2015 Lexus RX 350 both lose 42.5 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 8.4 out of 10. Lexus RX 350 is ranked 2 out of 20 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Lexus RX 350 is ranked 5 and the Lexus RX 350 is ranked 5 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 8.9 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2014 Lexus RX 350 and the 2015 Lexus RX 350 makes 270 horsepower. Both the RX 350 and the RX 350 are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Lexus RX 350 has an average safety rating of 4.42 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$39,760
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$52,250
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$38,575 - $93,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$40,970
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$57,728
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$38,900 - $102,100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$18,452
Price Range:
$13,499 - $23,996
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$18,426
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$12,827 - $24,718
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
124
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
113,082
# Good or Great Deals:
36
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$20,123
Price Range:
$14,899 - $25,932
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$22,374
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$14,660 - $35,453
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
307
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
96,565
# Good or Great Deals:
114
Lexus RX 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
Lexus RX 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2014 Lexus RX 350
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.1 - 3.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
49.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2015 Lexus RX 350
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.2 - 4.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
49.6%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
5.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.9 - 12.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.2 - 18.3
Lexus RX 350 Rankings
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62 out of / 68Lexus RX 350 Rankings
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62 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2014 Lexus RX 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
2015 Lexus RX 350 Trim Levels
Base, Crafted Line, F SPORT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.42 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.42 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
270 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
270 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
346 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
346 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Cargo Space:
40 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
40 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
66.7 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Satin Cashmere Metallic
Black
Obsidian / Stargazer Black
Blue
Deep Sea Mica
Brown
Fire Agate Pearl
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Red
Claret Mica
Silver
Silver Lining Metallic
White
Starfire Pearl
Exterior Colors
Beige
Satin Cashmere Metallic
Black
Obsidian / Stargazer Black
Blue
Deep Sea Mica
Brown
Fire Agate Pearl
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Red
Claret Mica
Silver
Silver Lining Metallic
White
Starfire Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment / Saddle Tan
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment / Saddle Tan
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray
