2016 Lexus RX 350
Lexus RX 350 Details
Automatic
V6, 3.5L
BLUE
FWD
Gasoline
84,347 Miles
BLACK
GC020782P
2T2ZZMCA5GC020782
Base
Estimated Payment
$0 / month
Features & Options
- Fixed Antenna;Monocoque Body Panels;Protector; rear Bumpers;Tonneau cover; auto-retracting Cargo Area;Chrome Door Handles;Integrated; front Fog Lights;Acoustic Glass;Privacy tint; rear Glass;Solar control Glass;Water-repellent; front Glass;Auto on/off Headlights;Delay off Headlights;LED Headlights;Heated Mirrors;In-glass turn signal Mirrors;Rear; integrated Spoiler;235/65R18 Tire Size;Compact Tire Size - Spare;All Season Tires;Aluminum Wheel Material;18 X 8.0 Wheel Size;7-spoke Wheels;Intermittent; rear Wipers;Variable intermittent; front Wipers;Air filter Air Conditioning;Automatic Air Conditioning;Dual zone Air Conditioning;Outlets; rear Air Conditioning;Pollen sensor Air Conditioning;Center Armrests;Front Armrests;Rear Armrests;Storage Armrests;4 Assist Handle(s);Active Noise Cancellation Audio;Controls; voice-activated Audio;Premium Audio - Brand;AM/FM Audio - Radio;HD Digital Audio - Radio;9 Audio - Speakers;USB port Capabilities/Wiring;Hooks; tie down Cargo Area;Storage; hidden Cargo Area;Tonneau cover Cargo Area;Carpet;Bluetooth; hands-free phone Communication;Center Consoles;Illuminated Consoles;Storage Consoles;6 Cupholders;Compass Displays;Maintenance interval Displays;Multi-information Displays;Outside temperature Displays;Carpet Floor Mats;HomeLink Garage Door Opener;Programmable Garage Door Opener;Vents; rear Heat/Ventilation Systems;Illuminated Instrument Panels;Multi-function Instrument Panels;Cargo Lights;Courtesy Lights;Dome Lights;Footwell Lights;Map Lights;Auto-dimming Mirrors;Rearview Mirrors;Door Power Locks;12-volt; 4 Power Outlet(s);Fuel filler door Remote Releases;Trunk Remote Releases;Reclining Seats;Sliding Seats;Easy Entry System Seats - Driver;10-way adjuster; power Seats - Front;Height; adjustable Seats - Front;Lumbar support; power Seats - Front;40/20/40 split-folding Seats - Rear;Fold flat Seats - Rear;Power Steering Column;Tilt/telescoping Steering Column;Controls; audio Steering Wheel;Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel;Multi-spoke Steering Wheel;Bin(s) Storage;Glovebox; illuminated Storage;Pockets; door Storage;Pockets; seatback Storage;Under floor Storage;Real-time traffic Subscriptions;Theft Deterrent Systems;Headliner; color-keyed Trim;Shift knob; leather-wrapped Trim;Vinyl Upholstery;Dual Visors;Extendable Visors;Fabric Visors;Mirror; illuminated Visors;Sliding Visors;Power Windows;4-wheel; disc; vented Brakes;4-wheel; power-assisted Brakes;Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) Brakes;Electronic Park Brakes;Quick Brake Assist Brakes;4-channel Brakes - ABS;4-sensor Brakes - ABS;Cruise Control;Front Wheel Drive System;CA; ULEV III Emissions;ULEV 70 Emissions;Chrome Exhaust;Dual outlets Exhaust;Welded steel unibody Frame;Electric Power Steering (EPS) Steering;Rack & pinion Steering;3-Point Seat Belts in All Positions;Advanced Airbag - Driver;Dual-stage Airbag - Driver;Seat mounted Airbag - Front Driver Side;Advanced Airbag - Front Passenger;Dual-stage Airbag - Front Passenger;Seat mounted Airbag - Front Passenger Side;Safety System Deployment Airbag - Occupant Sensor;Side Curtain Airbags;Supplemental Restraint System Airbags;Locks; rear doors Child Safety Features;Response System Crash Sensors;First Aid Kit;Adjustable; manual Head Restraints;Engine Immobilizing System;Smart Key System Keys;Front Knee Bolsters;Daytime running lights Lights;Safety Connect Mfr Trademark;Smart Stop Technology Mfr Trademark;Automatic collision preparation Monitors;Stolen vehicle tracking Monitors;Tire pressure Monitors;Camera; rearview Parking Features;2-stage unlock Remote Keyless Entry;Illuminated Remote Keyless Entry;Integrated Rolling Code Remote Keyless Entry;Panic Button Remote Keyless Entry;Sensors Rollover Protection;Adjustable shoulder; front Safety Belt Systems;ALR/ELR Safety Belt Systems;ELR; driver Safety Belt Systems;Force Limiters; front Safety Belt Systems;Pretensioners; front Safety Belt Systems;Retractors Safety Belt Systems;Security Systems;Door Beams Side-Impact Protection;Traction Control System (TRAC) Traction Control;Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) Traction Control
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2016 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT Review
The wildly popular Lexus RX takes a bold turn for the 2016 model year taking the best-selling luxury crossover to new levels of excitement including this F SPORT model designed for those who crave an edgier experience.An enormous grille, 20” wheels, blacked out appearance…what on earth is going on over at Lexus these days? Since its launch in 1998, the RX has been hugely popular clearly distinguishing itself as the brand’s most important model but its design has never been very stimulating. This all-new rendition, which is longer and taller with more ground clearance and increased rear seat room also benefits from an upgraded engine resulting in more power and slightly better fuel economy. Choices begin with the front-wheel drive RX 350 with a starting MSRP of $42,840. But if you love the dynamic design of this model as much as I do, it’s the F SPORT you’ll want to investigate. With standard all-wheel drive and a number of special visual and performance features, the F SPORT treatment presents the naughtiest RX yet. This combo of F SPORT-exclusive Ultra White and black really packs visual punch while the Adaptive Variable Suspension imparts a greater level of handling precision. Deep cuts and creases, lots of LED bling, 10-spoke wheels…this isn’t your mama’s RX. This one is a standout.
A 3.5-liter V6 remains the sole engine for gas models but it’s been updated with Toyota’s latest cylinder head design and combo fuel system which utilizes both direct and port injection. This takes horsepower from 270 to 295 and torque from 248 to 267 pound-feet, mated to an 8-speed auto resulting in usable, energetic performance. Its 0-to-60mph time of 7.9 seconds feels even quicker from behind the wheel. It’ll run on regular too to the tune of 19mpg city/26mpg highway.
The F SPORT is more about the performance look than the drive yet with a SPORT S + mode that tailors the steering, suspension, transmission and engine for a racier feel, this RX plays with far more controlled exuberance than before. It is fun to drive and buttery smooth over compliant pavement. But when the road gets choppy the F SPORT transmits a level of harshness that may make most Lexus buyers uncomfortable.
And there’s a palpable level of understeer baked in here that keeps me from completely loving the sporty side of the drive…I always end up having to crank the steering wheel just a little bit more after turning into a corner. These Michelin Premier LTX tires also are very unforgiving.
Other F SPORT touches include a sound generator to enhance engine sounds during acceleration, a very cool looking, exclusive instrument cluster, wonderfully supportive quilted seats that wrap comfortably around the upper back, a 3-spoke steering wheel, aluminum trim and drilled pedals.
The screen is huge and finally the bonking sound has been made less annoying yet this mouse like control setup still falls flat.
Other than the sometimes overly firm ride, this is my biggest hang-up over the new RX. I’ve never been a big fan of this non-touchscreen setup and this mouse is the answer to a question no one ever asked. It’s difficult to use to the point where I often avoid it. The features are solid but other than the sheer size of it there’s nothing groundbreaking here. The optional color heads-up display is excellent though, the around view camera is a big help, the automatic heated and cooled front seats are perfect, and the panoramic moonroof is an added touch of class. Further safety tech such as the Pre-Collision System is optionally available but mine is stocked with simply the 2 most tangible bits; a blind spot monitor and rear cross traffic alert. The rear seats are noticeably more spacious both in head and leg room and the seats slide and recline. No USB port back here or other fancy features, however.
The heaviest doors I’ve ever seen.
One noticeable bummer is the reduction in cargo room. The 40/20/40 rear seats fold easily though not completely flat with these levers but the 2015 model boasted over 80 cubic feet of luggage space while this one comes in at just over 56. For some perspective that’s considerably less than a RAV-4 and only slightly more than their own NX; the price you pay for more passenger space and cool design.
This RX 350 F SPORT AWD begins at 50 grand and goes out the door like this for $57,000. I very much like the direction Lexus is taking the brand and though this RX isn’t a home run it’s a slide in triple.