2008 Lexus RX
The 2008 Lexus RX is listed in 6 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 3.3 L 6-cyl hybrid and 3.5 L 6-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 25 MPG (best: 9.4 L/100 km).
Model year2008
Versions6
ClassSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 23 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
| RX 350 2WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 23 / 20 | 11.8 | 444 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
| RX 350 4WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 22 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
| RX 350 4WD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 22 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
| RX 400h 2WD | 3.3 L 6-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | 27 / 24 / 25 | 9.4 | 355 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
| RX 400h 4WD | 3.3 L 6-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 26 / 24 / 25 | 9.4 | 355 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2008 Lexus RX.