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2023 Lexus RX MPG & fuel economy

The 2023 Lexus RX is a small SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 24 to 25 MPG. That's up 2 MPG from the 2022 model. Among 118 small SUVs rated for 2023, it ranks 95th 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 22 MPG city · 29 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, 2023 #95 of 118 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2023 Lexus RX's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway2912.38.1
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2023 Small SUVs

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  1. 1Hyundai Kona EV120 MPGe $742
  2. 2Tesla Model Y123 MPGe $742
  3. 3Toyota bZ4X119 MPGe $764
  4. 4Subaru Solterra104 MPGe $834
  5. 5Volkswagen ID.4107 MPGe $850
  6. 95Lexus RX25 MPG $2,370
  7. 118Hyundai Nexo61 MPGe $8,852
2023 RXOther small SUVsClass median: $1,788/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 · 2.4L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
RX 350		 Gas 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370
AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
RX 350 AWD		 Gas 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $2,469

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
353 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

2023 Lexus RX vs. rivals

vs BMW X3 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost vs Audi Q5 Hybrid 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost vs Alfa Romeo Stelvio 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost vs Infiniti QX55 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost vs Maserati Grecale Hybrid 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost vs Volvo XC60 Hybrid 26 MPG · $2,279/yr XC60 Hybrid saves $91/yr vs Cadillac XT4 26 MPG · $2,279/yr XT4 saves $91/yr vs Acura RDX 24 MPG · $2,469/yr RX saves $99/yr vs BMW X4 24 MPG · $2,469/yr RX saves $99/yr vs Jaguar F-Pace 24 MPG · $2,469/yr RX saves $99/yr vs Genesis GV70 24 MPG · $2,469/yr RX saves $99/yr vs Lexus RX Hybrid 36 MPG · $1,646/yr RX Hybrid saves $724/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2023 Lexus RX Hybrid (36 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2023 Lexus RX?

Up to 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 24 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2023 Lexus RX use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2023 Lexus RX?

The 2023 Lexus RX's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2023 Lexus RX 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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