2016 Lexus RX Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2016 Lexus RX (22–30 MPG combined) across 4 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 6-cyl, 3.5 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 22–30 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,750–$3,050
- Configurations
- 4
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Premium Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 30 | 28 | 30 | $2,750 | 299 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 30 | 30 | $2,750 | 297 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Regular Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 | 405 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 | 390 g/mi |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350 | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.5 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 |
| RX 350 AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.5 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| RX 450h | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 31 | 30 | 30 | $2,750 |
| RX 450h AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S6) | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 30 | 28 | 30 | $2,750 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2016 Lexus RX?
According to EPA data, the 2016 Lexus RX is rated at 22–30 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2016 Lexus RX have?
The EPA data lists 6 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 2016 Lexus RX use?
It is offered with Premium Gasoline and Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2016 Lexus RX?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,750 to $3,050.