BASE PRICE RANGE: $38,125-$42,985
WHAT'S NEW: A full makeover for the world's first and still most-popular luxury crossover endows the 2010 RX 350 and its RX 450h Hybrid alter ego with better performance, improved fuel economy, upgraded cabin amenities for five, and enhanced vehicle dynamics in FWD and AWD. New Sport Package offers stiffer suspension and bigger wheels/tires.
COOL FACT: Despite its additional 27 hp, the new AWD RX 450h Hybrid boasts 16-20-percent-better fuel economy than its RX 400h predecessor.
SUM UP: current rx owners will love it.
| 2010 Lexus RX 350/RX 450h |
| Base engine | 3.5L/275-hp DOHC V-6 |
| Optional engines | 3.5L DOHC V-6 + f or f/r elec motors/295 hp |
| Drivetrain | Front engine, FWD/AWD, 6A/CVT |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4-6.9 sec |
| Tow/payload | 3500/1307-1452 lb |
| EPA city/hwy fuel econ | 18-32/24-28 mpg |
| Basic warranty | 4 yrs/50,000 miles |
| Safety | ABS: S; Stab: S; Trac: S; Airbags: 10 |