Lexus RX 350 vs. Lexus RX 450hL
When we compare the Lexus RX 350 to the Lexus RX 450hL, the Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and overall quality score. The Lexus RX 450hL has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 350 versus the Lexus RX 450hL, the Lexus RX 350 is a better car than the Lexus RX 450hL.
Lexus RX 350 versus Lexus RX 450hL Pricing
A used 2023 Lexus RX 350 ranges from $49,119 to $66,944 while a used 2022 Lexus RX 450hL is priced between $56,921 to $68,265. For a new model, the Lexus RX 350's price is between $52,351 and $65,299, with the Lexus RX 450hL priced between $61,016 and $69,032.
Lexus RX 350 versus Lexus RX 450hL Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 8.7 out of 10 while the Lexus RX 450hL's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 350 being ranked 3 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Lexus RX 450hL being ranked 4 out of 17 Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RX 350’s base engine makes 275 horsepower, and the Lexus RX 450hL base engine makes 308 horsepower. The RX 350 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 516 miles. The RX 450hL is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Lexus RX 350 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Lexus RX 450hL has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Lexus RX 350 has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 450hL, with an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$52,351 - $65,299
Used Asking Price:
$49,119 - $66,944
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$61,016 - $69,032
Used Asking Price:
$56,921 - $68,265
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
1 out of / 21Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
Ranking
2 out of / 67Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 11Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
5 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury Hybrid SUVs
Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 17Luxury Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
4 out of / 17Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Premium, Premium+
Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
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):
4.35 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
308 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 516 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 28 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
499 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
29.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
46.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
7.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4155 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4905 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
