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Lexus RX 450h SE Review
By Mark Aria -
Lifestyle Adventurist and Adrenaline Junkie
Car Summary
The Lexus RX 450h SE is a revolutionary hybrid car that achieves a remarkable fuel economy and low emissions. Two high output electric motors provide the power at low speeds, while a 24 valve V6 engine delivers an impressive acceleration when required. Rent a Lexus RX 450h SE to experience a superb mid-size luxury crossover that combines powerful performance with exceptional control and handling on all terrain.
Lexus’ innovative Hybrid Drive technology is the result of years of engineering expertise, and the combination of the two electric motors and the 3.5L V6 engine help push this large car from 0-100 km/h in just 7.8 seconds. Its sleek, aerodynamic design reduces wind resistance even at high speeds and an advanced suspension system ensures the drive is smooth and refined at all times.
Lexus have created an advanced Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management system (VDIM) linking the powertrain, brakes, traction, stability and suspension systems to give excellent control and handling in even the most demanding of driving situations. The RX proves both agile in urban driving as well as robust on more challenging terrain, with Electric Power Steering (EPS) adjusting handling as your speed increases and an E-Four permanent All Wheel Drive delivering superb traction to the road.
The futuristic cabin is luxurious and innovative, with beautiful leather upholstery, ambient lighting and an intelligent climate control system. Adjustable leather seats and a versatile rear seating layout, as well as an advanced Mark Levinson sound system and LCD display ensure passengers enjoy maximum comfort at all times.
The Lexus RX 450h SE provides generous luggage space with enough room for four sets of golf clubs with the rear seats in place, or a mountain bike with the seats folded, and there are a range of occupant protection and impact avoidance safety features, as well as ten airbags and seatbelt pre-tensioners to provide good protection in the event of a collision.
Reviews“The 2015 Lexus RX 450h delivers on its promise of impressive fuel economy, utility and luxury. For a hybrid luxury crossover SUV, it's a great choice”
The Lexus RX 450h delivers and excellent fuel economy, a smooth ride and a quiet and attractive cabin constructed with the high-quality materials. You’ll find comfortable rear seating and a range of features including a 7-inch display screen and rear-view camera, as well as 18” alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control and eight-way power seats. A combination of a 3.5L V6 engine and electric motors produces 295 bhp, and 0-100 km/h is achieved in 7.6 seconds. A raft of safety features ensured that the Lexus RX 450h received four out of five stars in US overall crash protection tests. This is a luxurious crossover SUV that rewards driver and passengers with a comfortable and safe drive on long journeys.
“This 2014 Lexus RX 450h sits at the top of the model's totem pole, promising the most power, the most efficiency, the quietest cabin, and the best tech that the current RX platform has to offer”
Spacious, refined and comfortable, the Lexus RX 450h has plenty of power and acceleration from its 3.5-liter V-6 engine and a 116 kW electric motor. It is extremely quiet with either engine, and the drive feels particularly refined. The cabin includes impressive power windows, a brilliant Mark Levinson audio system and luxurious leather trim, as well as a joystick like remote touch controller. This is a well-appointed luxury hybrid with impressive performance and excellent attention to detail.