About the Lexus RX
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2018 Lexus RX's used prices in Australia typically range from $40,000 for the Luxury variant and topping out at $69,200 for the Sport Luxury Hybrid (awd).
There are 10 variants of the RX available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2016.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo petrol (175kW/350Nm), 3.5L petrol (221kW/370Nm) and 3.5L petrol hybrid (230kW/335Nm). Available with 6 speed automatic, 8 speed automatic or continuous variable transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations are available.
The 2018 RX was offered with a 4 year, 100,000 km warranty.
2018 Lexus RX Price
Crafted Edition
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $81,351 |
| 3.5L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $88,521 |
| 3.5L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $97,260 |
Luxury
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $73,880 |
| 3.5L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $84,700 |
| 3.5L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $90,160 |
F Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $86,551 |
| 3.5L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $93,350 |
| 3.5L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $102,460 |
Sports Luxury
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $92,701 |
| 3.5L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $99,500 |
| 3.5L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | $108,610 |
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2018 Lexus RX Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2018 Lexus RX Fuel Economy
There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the Lexus RX
The most fuel efficient Lexus RX is the CRAFTED EDITION HYBRID with a Continuous Variable which is powered by a 3.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 5.7L of Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Lexus RX that uses the most amount of fuel is the SPORTS LUXURY (AWD) with a 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 3.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 10.6L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Lexus RX variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Lexus RX | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Premium Unleaded | 8.1 L/100km |
| 3.5L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Premium Unleaded | 9.6 L/100km |
| 3.5L, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4 | Premium Unleaded | 5.7 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Lexus RX?
The Lexus RX has a recommended service interval of 6 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.
2018 Lexus RX Warranty
What is the warranty on a Lexus RX?
The Lexus RX offers a 4 year 100,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Lexus RX FAQs
The cheapest Lexus RX is the LUXURY that starts from $40,000.
The most expensive Lexus RX is the SPORT LUXURY HYBRID (AWD) that starts from $69,200.
The best towing capacity of a Lexus RX is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: LUXURY, CRAFTED EDITION HYBRID, F-SPORT, SPORTS LUXURY, LUXURY HYBRID, SPORTS LUXURY (AWD), F SPORT HYBRID, CRAFTED EDITION, SPORTS LUXURY HYBRID and SPORT LUXURY HYBRID (AWD).
The largest Lexus RX is the LUXURY which measures 1895mm wide, 5000mm in length and sits 1700mm tall.
The most powerful Lexus RX is the CRAFTED EDITION HYBRID which has 230kW of power from its 3.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ engine.
The Lexus RX is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Lexus RX is the CRAFTED EDITION HYBRID which weighs 2715 kg (kerb weight).
The Lexus RX may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid or Premium Unleaded Petrol.