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2008 Lexus RX Hybrid MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Lexus RX Hybrid is a SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (27 city / 24 highway) on premium gasoline. That's down 1 MPG from the 2007 model. Among 101 SUVs rated for 2008, it ranks 28th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,370 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 27 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,370 15,000 mi/yr · $15.80 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #28 of 101 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Lexus RX Hybrid's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 11.5 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2711.58.7
Highway2410.29.8
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2008 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 28Lexus RX Hybrid25 MPG $2,370
  7. 101Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2008 RX HybridOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

RX Hybrid MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.3L 6-cyl · CVT
RX 400h 2WD		 Hybrid 27 MPG 24 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370
4WD/AWD · 3.3L 6-cyl · CVT
RX 400h 4WD		 Hybrid 26 MPG 24 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.3L 6-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi

2008 Lexus RX Hybrid vs. rivals

vs Lincoln MKX 19 MPG · $2,447/yr RX Hybrid saves $77/yr vs Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Diesel 21 MPG · $2,643/yr RX Hybrid saves $273/yr vs Mercedes-Benz R-Class Diesel 21 MPG · $2,643/yr RX Hybrid saves $273/yr vs Cadillac SRX 17 MPG · $2,735/yr RX Hybrid saves $365/yr vs Land Rover LR2 17 MPG · $2,735/yr RX Hybrid saves $365/yr vs Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Diesel 20 MPG · $2,775/yr RX Hybrid saves $405/yr vs Lexus RX 20 MPG · $2,962/yr RX Hybrid saves $592/yr vs Audi A3 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Lexus RX Hybrid?

Up to 25 MPG combined (27 city / 24 highway).

What fuel does the 2008 Lexus RX Hybrid use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Lexus RX Hybrid?

The 2008 Lexus RX Hybrid's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 11.5 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Lexus RX Hybrid per year?

About $2,370 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $15.80 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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