The Lexus RX, first introduced in 1998, is the pioneer of the luxury crossover segment and has remained the benchmark ever since. Despite other models seeing their popularity rise and fall, the RX has enjoyed uninterrupted sales dominance for over 20 years. This is due in part to it being the original luxury crossover, as well as Lexus’s commitment to not fix what isn’t broken.
Although Lexus has completely reimagined the 2023 RX from the ground up, it still exhibits the same basic formula that has made it the most successful model in Lexus’ history, with over 2.3 million in sales.
The 2023 Lexus RX is a thoroughly modernized luxury SUV that continues the brand’s tradition of expert craftsmanship, comfort, and quietness. Offering great value at an accessible price tag, its design attracts attention with its bold stance, sleek profile, and inviting driver-focused cabin. Inside, the convenient Lexus Interface features a touch-screen display that’s responsive to your needs. An all-new platform offers both refined comfort and agile handling, while the first-ever RX F SPORT Performance introduces a hybrid powertrain that gives it more zip — making it the fastest RX ever.
Read on for an in-depth look into the 2023 Lexus RX and an insight into all the cool features that make this car a cut above the rest.
Trim Options and Pricing
The 2023 Lexus RX is the epitome of luxury and performance, and with five trim options, you can customize your driving experience. Here’s a look at the RX’s five trims:
- Lexus RX 350 Standard: Starting at $48,550 MSRP, the base trim provides comfort and convenience with eight-way power front seats that you can heat to keep you comfortable. You and your passengers will also experience the sound of a 12-speaker Lexus sound system, which delivers crisp, clear audio.
- Lexus RX 350 Premium: If you’re looking for more luxury, you’ll find it in the Premium trim, which adds upgrades such as open-pore wood trim and front-seat heating and ventilation. This trim comes in at $50,550 MSRP and is an excellent choice if you want to take your driving experience up a notch.
- Lexus RX 350 Premium+: For an even more luxurious experience, the Premium+ offers a heated wood and leather steering wheel as well as thematic ambient interior lighting for a truly unique driving experience. This trim starts at $53,150 MSRP and offers the perfect blend of luxury and performance.
- Lexus RX 350 Luxury: If you’re looking for the ultimate in luxury, you’ll find it with the Luxury trim, starting at $56,550 MSRP. This trim offers heated and ventilated 10-way power front seats with four-way lumbar support and semi-aniline leather upholstery, creating a truly luxurious driving experience.
- Lexus RX 350 F Sport Handling: At a whopping $57,550 MSRP, the F Sport Handling trim is the sportiest trim and the new kid on the block, having just been introduced with the 2023 Lexus RX. It comes packed with features, including big six-piston brake calipers, unique and sporty interior features, an Ultrasuede door trim, and an advanced suspension system.
Evolving Interior and Exterior Styling
Lexus is known for paying close attention to even the smallest details. The brand’s pursuit of perfection, as it claims, leads to minor details being meticulously obsessed over with each new model. This is the case with the new 2023 Lexus RX range.
The styling of the new RX is an evolution rather than a complete reinvention of the previous model. Upon closer inspection, you’ll see that while the fundamental shape and characteristics remain the same, it appears to be more polished and refined. The interior has had a significant overhaul in terms of usability, luxury, and technology. From the material quality to the safety equipment, you’ll see that Lexus has taken customer feedback into consideration.
The 2023 Lexus RX is where modern styling meets next-generation features. It starts with the iconic spindle grille in the front, which is newly redesigned with tighter and sportier lines. This is complemented by crisp, blade-like LED headlights that blend well with the sculptural hood lines. The wheels also stand out with a jewel-like multi-faceted shine. All in all, the 2023 Lexus RX is a sight to behold.
Performance
A triad of powertrains is on the menu for the new 2023 Lexus RX. A turbocharged 2.4-liter engine powers the RX 350 and RX 350 F Sport Handling that churns out 275 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque, delivering up to an impressive EPA-estimated 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. Front-wheel drive is standard, whereas all-wheel drive is optional.
The RX 350h opts for a 2.5-liter inline-four paired with a hybrid system, producing a combined 246 horsepower and 233 lb-ft of torque. It comes with all-wheel drive as standard and offers an EPA-estimated 37 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.
Finally, there is the RX 500h F Sport Performance. This performance-oriented powertrain combines the RX 350 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-four and a performance-tuned hybrid system, resulting in 367 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. Its hybrid all-wheel-drive system provides an EPA-estimated 27 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.
The Lexus RX F SPORT Performance includes exclusive control and intensity features. An adaptive variable suspension automatically adjusts the vehicle’s suspension dampers, while customizable drive modes make it possible to personalize road feel and responsiveness.
Tech Goodies and Safety Upgrades
The 2023 Lexus RX upgrades its tech with a 14-inch multimedia touch-screen display and two dials for climate control. Navigation is integrated into the cloud, plus it comes with an advanced 21-speaker Mark Levinson audio system. Voice controls are also available to make your daily drive safer and more convenient.
Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 boosts active safety equipment with a pre-collision system that can detect oncoming cross traffic at an intersection, as well as intuitively slow the vehicle when it detects a pedestrian in its path. This is the most comprehensive safety system ever included in a Lexus and is offered as standard.
Test-Drive the New 2023 Lexus RX at Lexus of Stevens Creek
To see why so many are excited about this model, head down to Lexus of Stevens Creek in San Jose, California, to check out the new 2023 Lexus RX for yourself. Not only do we have an extensive selection of new and pre-owned models, but our knowledgeable finance team can also help you explore all the financing options available to ensure you get into the perfect vehicle for your budget. Contact us today to get started.
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