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2023 Lexus RX 350 review

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Lexus RX 350 highlights

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Pros

  • Fuel-efficient engine
  • Luxurious interior
  • Comfortable seating

Cons

  • Unintuitive infotainment system
  • F Sport ride quality is too firm

Mileage (EPA estimate)

21 city, 28 highway, 24 combined

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The redesigned 2023 Lexus RX 350 sticks with the same recipe for success

Completely redesigned for the model year, the 2023 Lexus RX 350 features updated styling and plenty of new features. As one of the most popular vehicles in Lexus’ lineup, the pressure was on to get it right and, in our estimation, the automaker succeeded. In addition to the RX 350, there’s also a more fuel-efficient RX 350h hybrid and a higher-performing RX 500 that are reviewed separately.

This time around, the RX addresses the two biggest complaints we’ve had with its predecessor. The much-maligned infotainment trackpad controller is gone in favor of an easier-to-use touchscreen, and fuel economy estimates are more in line with reality.

The 2023 Lexus RX 350 doesn’t alter its formula of favoring comfort over performance, which seems to be a recipe for success with the following it’s earned. More than ever, the RX is competitive against entry-level luxury SUVs such as the Acura MDX as well as the pricier BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE, but it doesn’t surpass them.

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What is new for the 2023 Lexus RX 350?

  • Trim Added: Sport Edition for enhanced performance features
  • Trim Discontinued: Base Model due to low sales volume
  • Standard Equipment on all models now includes advanced safety features
  • New Equipment: Upgraded infotainment system with larger touchscreen and improved connectivity
  • Significant removal: Manual transmission option eliminated across all trims

2023 Lexus RX 350 trims

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Base:

  • 275-hp, 317-lb-ft of torque 2.4L
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Power Mirrors
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Remote Start
  • Rear Sunshade
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What We Like

Fuel-efficient engine: The RX 350 is EPA-estimated to get 22 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 25 mpg in combined driving.

Opting for all-wheel drive drops those figures by 1 mpg across the board. That makes it one of the more fuel-efficient choices in the midsize luxury SUV class. By comparison, the Acura MDX is EPA-estimated at 22 mpg combined, the BMW X5 should get 23 mpg combined, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE is EPA-estimated at 22 mpg combined.

Luxurious interior: The 2023 RX’s interior marks a huge improvement over the last generation. There are more high-quality materials that are competitive with pricier luxury SUVs, and the build quality feels sturdy with no detectable creaks or squeaks. The large 14-inch display adds a distinctly more high-tech look than the base 9.8-inch one.

Comfortable seating: The Lexus RX’s front seats are roomy and comfortable, offering plenty of space for taller drivers and adjustments to allow shorter occupants to find their preferred position too. The F Sport seats adds more aggressive side bolstering, but they’re just as well cushioned as the standard seats. Even the rear seats feel less flat and more contoured than we’re used to.

What Needs Improvement

Unintuitive infotainment system: The new infotainment system in the RX is much easier to use now that the previous trackpad controller is gone. The sharp graphics are easy to read at a quick glance. Our issue arises from the rather confusing menu structure. We’re also not thrilled with the steering wheel buttons that change their function depending on what system you’re trying to control via the head-up display.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.6 out of 5

5 customer reviews
The 2023 Lexus RX 350 offers reliability, modern styling, and impressive technology but has average fuel economy and occasional dashboard concerns. It excels in ride comfort and entertainment features, making it a strong contender for luxury SUV shoppers.

RepairPal reliability rating

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RepairPal gave the Lexus RX 350 an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus RX 350 3rd out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Lexus RX 350 features and specs

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Premium Plus 4D Sport Utility 2WD

Standard Features

  • Rear View Camera
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Power Mirrors
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Power Locks
  • Remote Start
  • Leather Seats
  • Side Airbags
  • Rear Defroster
  • Traction Control
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smart Key
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • ABS Brakes
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Parking Sensors
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Android Auto
  • Navigation System
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Auxiliary Audio Input

Optional Features

  • Rear A/C Seat(s)
  • Head Up Display
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Automated Parking
  • Running Boards
  • Full Roof Rack
  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • Tow Hitch
  • Mark Levinson Sound

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.4L

Horsepower

275

Torque (ft-lbs)

317

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

17.8

Wheelbase

112.2"

Overall length

192.5"

Width

75.6"

Height

67.3"

Leg room

F 41.1"/R 37.4"

Head room

F 38.1"/R 28.5"

Front tires

P235/60VR19

Rear tires

P235/60VR19

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

349/3494 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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