Used 2011 Lexus RX 450h for sale 

The 2011 Lexus RX 450h is available in only one single trim option, which gets a Hybrid engine set up. Along with that, it gets multiple standard features like the bigger 18-inch alloy wheels, 10-way power front seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, and surprisingly cloth upholstery. Starting at a price of $44,735, there are a decent amount of features that are equipped with the RX 450h. 

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Even though there is only one trim option in the 2011 Lexus RX 450h that brings in multiple features as standard, there are additional packages like the Premium Package that adds in much better interior features like the leather upholstery, sunroof, power tailgate, driver seat memory, and many more. There is also a Luxury package apart from multiple individual options. We would suggest you to opt for the Premium package and along with that the 15 speaker Mark Levinson premium stereo system, which is available as an individual option.

The 2011 Lexus RX 450h is powered by a 3.5-liter gasoline V6 engine and is assisted by electric motors. Thus combined together, we get a power output of 295 HP along with 234 pound-feet of torque. The power is delivered to the front wheels as standard, and the engine is mated with a continuously variable automatic transmission.

This engine setup accelerates the RX 450h from 0 to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds, while the quarter-mile acceleration takes 16.3 seconds. The RX 450h has a top speed of 124 mph. 

While the RX 450h is the most powerful in the comparison, it is followed by the Toyota Highlander Hybrid with a combined output of 280 HP. The Ford Escape Hybrid sits at the bottom of the table with a combined power output of 177 HP. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid is the quickest of them all with a zero to 60 MPH acceleration in 7.1 seconds, while the Ford Escape Hybrid is very lethargic on acceleration and takes 9.4 seconds to reach the 60 MPH mark. However, the Ford Escape Hybrid has a higher top speed of 131 mph, whereas the Toyota Highlander Hybrid tops out at 114 mph.

Hybrid vehicles are very well known for their excellent fuel economy, but these SUVs are quite decent and not exceptional in fuel efficiency. The 2011 Lexus RX 450h provides a mileage of 30 mpg in the city along with 28 MPG on the highway. Thus we get a combined mileage of 29 MPG from the 2011 Lexus RX 450h. Along with that, it is equipped with 17.2 gallons of fuel tank capacity that provides a maximum range of 516 miles. 

The Ford Escape Hybrid is as fuel-efficient as the Lexus with a combined mileage of 29 MPG, while the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is slightly on the lower side with a combined mileage of 28 MPG. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a similar fuel tank capacity of 17.2 gallons as that of Lexus, while the Ford Escape Hybrid has the smallest fuel tank capacity of 15.1 gallons, which limits its maximum range to 453 miles.

The 2011 Lexus RX 450h gets one of the well-designed interiors in the segment. The interior is adorned with cloth upholstery as standard, but there is an option to opt for the leather upholstery that improves the comfort level of the passengers in the front as well as the rear seat. It can accommodate up to five passengers inside its cabin.

The SUV provides decent spacing for the front row passengers, while the second-row seat passengers get limited headroom and legroom spacing. Thus it gets a bit cramped at the rear. The RX 450h has a cargo capacity of massive 40 cubic feet behind the rear seats, which is the best in the class. With the rear seats folded, the capacity increases up to 80.3 cubic feet. 

While the Ford Escape Hybrid can carry up to five passengers inside its cabin, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid provides third-row seating and can accommodate up to 7 passengers in total. Even after that, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid provides maximum spacing at the front and rear seats for all the passengers and provides great comfort. The addition of third-row seating reduces the cargo capacity behind the third seats for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid to 10.3 cubic feet whereas the Ford Escape Hybrid provides a cargo capacity of 27.8 cubic feet behind the second-row seating. But with all the seats folded behind the front seats, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a maximum cargo capacity of 94.1 cubic feet. Few key interior features include-

• 10-way power front seats
• Power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Cloth/leather upholstery
• Wood interior trim
• Sliding and reclining second-row seats 

How is the 2011 Lexus RX 450h’s infotainment system?

The infotainment system available in the 2011 Lexus RX 450h has decent standard features like the satellite radio, six-disc CD changer, 9 speaker audio system, and an auxiliary audio jack. But there are options in the additional packages that add in a much better 15 speaker Mark Levinson premium stereo system.

Along with that, there is an option to opt for the rear-seat entertainment system along with twin headrests mounted displays. There is a dedicated navigation package that adds in a hard-drive-based navigation system along with voice control, Lexus remote touch interface, Bluetooth connectivity, and Lexus Enform telematics. Here is a list of all the infotainment features that are available with the 2011 Lexus RX 450h:

• Satellite radio, six-disc CD changer, 9 speaker audio system 
• 15 speaker Mark Levinson premium stereo system
• Navigation system
• Voice control
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Lexus remote touch interface
• Lexus Enform telematics

All premium from inside out is what describes the Lexus RX 450h in the best possible manner. Based on a minimalistic approach, its design looks sleek right from the front chrome grille that supports halogen projector-beam headlamps on both sides.

The roof slopes down at the rear cutting down the headspace from the rear passengers. The RX 450h has a curb weight of 4,520 pounds. It has a total length of 188 inches along with a wheelbase of 108 inches. It sits quite high from the ground with a ground clearance of 7 inches. The new 18-inch alloy wheels go well with the overall design of the vehicle.

The 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is the heaviest of them all with a curb weight of 4,641 pounds, while the Ford Escape Hybrid is the lightest of them all with a curb weight of 3,669 pounds. The Ford Escape Hybrid has overall smaller exterior dimensions that make it easy to maneuver, while the Lexus and Toyota Highlander have similar exterior dimensions. The Ford Escape Hybrid also sits slightly higher with a ground clearance of 8 inches and has the smallest wheelbase of 103-inches. Here is a list of the exterior features that are available with the 2011 Lexus RX 450h:

• 8-inch alloy wheels
• Fog lights
• Auto-dimming mirrors
• Keyless entry
• Sunroof
• Adaptive xenon headlights with automatic high-beams
• Rain-sensing wipers

The NHTSA has rated the 2011 Lexus RX 450h with an overall safety rating of 4-stars out of 5. The IIHS has given Lexus a ‘Good’ rating for all the test segments. The IIHS has also given the Lexus RX 450h an award of Top Safety Pick for the year 2011 in the mid-size luxury SUV segment. Thus the RX 450h is capable enough of safeguarding the passengers in case of an accident. Along with that, the Lexus RX 450h is equipped with multiple safety features that improve the safety factor of the vehicle. Here is a list of all the safety features that are available with the 2011 Lexus RX 450h:

• Antilock disc brakes
• Traction control
• Stability control
• Airbags
• Pre-collision system
• Adaptive cruise control
• Automatic collision notification
• Stolen vehicle locator

The 2011 Lexus RX 450h is equipped with a powerful hybrid V6 engine that provides great overall performance. The Lexus provides decent acceleration along with great fuel economy from the hybrid version. The interior is one of the best that we see in this segment with multiple features as standard. Along with that, multiple optional packages improve the feature list and comfort in the interior. The Lexus RX 450h is one of the safest vehicles in this segment and equally attractive from the inside out. So if you are looking forward to opting for a vehicle at this price point, we would highly recommend testing out the 2011 Lexus RX 450h.