Lexus RX 450 dimensions

Though expensive compared to the non-hybrid RX, the 2012 Lexus RX 450h provides on its promise of cool fuel efficiency, utility, performance and luxury. Lexus RX 450h SUV offers the following pros: Economical hybrid powertrain; smooth ride; premium and convenient interior; smart controls interface; top security scores. Lexus RX 450h SUV drawbacks are: Expensive feature packages; questionable economic benefit.

The 2012 Lexus RX 450h is a five-passenger midsize luxury SUV available in front- or all-wheel-drive versions. It comes in one well-appointed trim level.

Traditional features include 18-inch alloy wheels, foglights, auto-dimming mirrors, keyless ignition/entry, 10-way performance front seatings, a performance tilt-and-telescoping helm, dual-zone automatic conditioning, cloth upholstery, wood dashboard trim, sliding and reclining second-row seatings and a nine-speaker stereo system with a six-disc CD changer, radio and an optional stereo slot.

Features are bundled in a number of packages. The Luxury suite adds leather seats, a sunroof, a performance tailgate, driver-seat memory, a rear-seat armrest and an Ipod interface. Add-on feature bundles require the Luxury suite. The Convenience suite tacks on adaptive xenon headlights with automatic high beams, rain-sensing wipers, heated/ventilated front seatings and an updated 12-speaker stereo system.

The Luxury suite contains 19-inch wheels, LED headlights, power-retractable outside mirrors, updated leather seats, side-view cameras, a wood and leather helm and extendable front bench cushions. The Navigation suite features a hard-drive-based navigator (with real-time traffic and voice control), the Lexus Remote Touch interface, a back-up camera, increased Bluetooth functionality and Lexus Enform telematics.

Individual features include park assist, a 15-speaker Mark Levinson luxury audio system, a rear-seat entertainment system with twin headrest-mounted displays, a head-up screen and adaptive cruise control with a pre-collision system (AWD only). Some of the different suite features are also available as stand-alone features. .