Compare 2012 Lexus RX 350 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $39,075 | $32,895 | $42,700 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $36,537 | $30,647 | $39,285 |
| Destination | $895 | $885 | $895 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | N/A | N/A | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | In-radio Display | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/chrome | Leather | Leatherette |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Ashtray | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | Power | Mechanical | N/A |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look |
| Head-up Display | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Sport Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 4-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Driver Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Memory | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 40-20-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Heated Rear Seats | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Leather | Leatherette |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | XM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | In-dash Mounted Single |
| CD Changer Compatible | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Speakers | 9 | 7 | 12 |
| Amplifier | 330W | 360W | Standard |
| Equalizer | N/A | N/A | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Optional |
| Entertainment System | With DVD | N/A | N/A |
| Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | Safety Connect | N/A | BMW Assist |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | High Intensity Low Beam, Xenon | High Intensity Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Programmable | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (12 Month/10,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (72 Month/70,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 72 Months/70,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 12 Months/10,000 Miles | N/A | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Concealed | Integrated Roof | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Composite/galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Body-colored | Black |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | N/A | Stainless Steel |
| Grille Trim | Black W/chrome Surround | Metal-look | Colored W/chrome Surround |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | Front | Front And Rear |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | Liftgate |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Roof Rack | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Roof Rails | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Front Tires | P235/60VR18.0 BSW AS | P235/55VR18.0 BSW AS | P245/50WR18.0 BSW Run-flat AS |
| Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval |
| Running Boards | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 2.3L I-4 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | N/A | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded | Premium Unleaded | Premium Unleaded |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | All Wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | N/A | Optional | N/A |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Servotronic |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Ride Control | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Adaptive Suspension | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Vehicle Stability Assist | DSC+ |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | Sequential SportShift | STEPTRONIC |
| Transmission | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd W/OD | 8-spd W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 4.40 | 4.31 | 3.39 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 187.8 " | 182.5 " | 183.0 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 74.2 " | 73.6 " | 74.1 " |
| Exterior Height | 66.3 " | 65.1 " | 65.4 " |
| Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 2.3L I-4 | 3.0L I-6 |
| Horsepower | 270 @ 6,200 Rpm | 240 @ 6,000 Rpm | 300 @ 5,800 Rpm |
| Torque | 248 @ 4,700 Rpm | 260 @ 4,500 Rpm | 300 @ 1,200 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 18 Mpg | 19 Mpg | 19 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 25 Mpg | 24 Mpg | 26 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.3 Seconds | 7.2 Seconds | 8.1 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.7 Seconds | 15.4 Seconds | 16.0 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 91 Mph | 95 Mph | 82 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .9 | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 58 Mph | 59 Mph | 58 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.70/3.27 " | 3.40/3.90 " | 3.31/3.53 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,178 Lbs. | 3,743 Lbs. | 4,222 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,557 Lbs. | 4,718 Lbs. | 5,214 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,447 Lbs. | N/A |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,271 Lbs. | N/A |
| Payload | N/A | 870 Lbs. | 904 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 2,000 Lbs. | 1,500 Lbs. | 3,500 Lbs. |
| Maximum GCWR | 7,560 Lbs. | 4,718 Lbs. | N/A |
| Wheelbase | 107.9 " | 104.3 " | 110.6 " |
| Front Track | 64.2 " | 61.8 " | 62.8 " |
| Rear Track | 63.8 " | 62.6 " | 63.4 " |
| Turning Radius | 20.0 '' | 19.6 '' | 19.5 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .33 | N/A | .35 |
| Front Legroom | 43.1 " | 41.8 " | 39.9 " |
| Rear Legroom | 36.8 " | 37.6 " | 36.8 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.1 " | 38.7 " | 40.7 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.7 " | 38.3 " | 39.1 " |
| Front Hip Room | 55.5 " | 54.4 " | N/A |
| Rear Hip Room | 54.5 " | 53.0 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.0 " | 58.2 " | 57.3 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 57.6 " | 56.3 " | 56.0 " |
| Luggage Volume | 40.0 Cu.ft. | 27.8 Cu.ft. | 27.6 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 80.3 Cu.ft. | 60.6 Cu.ft. | 63.3 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 100 Cu.ft. | 101 Cu.ft. | N/A |
| Fuel Tank | 19.2 Gal. | 18.0 Gal. | 17.7 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Overall | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Side | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Driver's | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Side - Pole | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Overall Front | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | good | marginal | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | acceptable | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | good |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
