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2011 Lexus RX MPG & fuel economy

The 2011 Lexus RX is a SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 21 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2010 model. Among 104 SUVs rated for 2011, it ranks 72nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,821 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 18 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,821 15,000 mi/yr · $18.81 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2011 #72 of 104 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2011 Lexus RX's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2410.29.8
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 2011 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. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Mitsubishi Outlander27 MPG $1,722
  6. 72Lexus RX21 MPG $2,821
  7. 104Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2011 RXOther SUVsClass median: $2,485/yr

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

RX MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
RX 350 2WD		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
AWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
RX 350 AWD		 Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

2011 Lexus RX vs. rivals

vs Porsche Cayenne Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,821/yr Same fuel cost vs BMW X3 21 MPG · $2,821/yr Same fuel cost vs Acura RDX 21 MPG · $2,821/yr Same fuel cost vs Audi Q7 Diesel 20 MPG · $2,775/yr Q7 Diesel saves $46/yr vs Lincoln Navigator 16 MPG · $2,906/yr RX saves $85/yr vs Cadillac Escalade 16 MPG · $2,906/yr RX saves $85/yr vs Mercedes-Benz ML-Class Hybrid 22 MPG · $2,693/yr ML-Class Hybrid saves $128/yr vs Audi Q5 22 MPG · $2,693/yr Q5 saves $128/yr vs Lexus RX Hybrid 29 MPG · $2,043/yr RX Hybrid saves $778/yr vs Infiniti EX35 20 MPG · $2,962/yr RX saves $141/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid (29 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2011 Lexus RX?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway); ratings range from 20 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2011 Lexus RX use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2011 Lexus RX?

The 2011 Lexus RX's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2011 Lexus RX per year?

About $2,821 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $18.81 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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