Used 2012 Lexus RX 350 for sale 

The Lexus RX 350 is offered in a single trim and comes with some additional packages to enhance the owner’s experience. The packages include Appearance Package, Sports Package, and Premium Package. The Appearance Package includes 19-inch wheels and blacked-out headlight trim. The Sports Package includes a sport-tuned suspension and Lexus' Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system. The Premium Package includes a sunroof, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, leather upholstery, a power rear liftgate, driver-seat memory settings, and a rear-seat armrest.

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The RX 350 is offered in a single trim only and we would recommend you to go for the Premium Package since it adds a plethora of features over the already feature-loaded vehicle.

The 2012 Lexus RX 350 is powered by a sizable 3.5liter V6 engine. The engine delivers a maximum of 270 horsepower and 248lb-ft of maximum torque. The punch from the engine is quite strong and given the RX’s heft, it pulls quite strongly making use of all the torque perfectly. The power figures are adequate to allow the SUV to run the 0-60mph sprint within 7.1 seconds.

The motor remains stress-free most of the time lest you push it hard but the efficient 8-speed automatic gear-box ensures that you’re not stranded with a lackluster performance the moment you demand it.

The BMW X5 comes with a straight-6 motor under its hood but is powerful enough to outperform the RX 350. The Lincoln MKX comes with a slightly bigger engine and delivers the maximum horsepower among the rivals on the list but falls short of torque in front of the X5.

The fuel economy is surprisingly good in the Lexus RX 350 despite it being a big and powerful luxury SUV. The SUV returns a city mileage of 20mpg while the highway mileage rating stands at 27mpg. The combined mileage is rated at 23mpg. With a sizable gas tank of 19.2gallons, the SUV offers a superb overall driving range.

Among the rivals on the list, the RX 350 is the most fuel-efficient vehicle and the Lincoln MKX is the least fuel-efficient one. The BMW X5 slots above the MKX although by a slight margin.

The interior of the Lexus RX 350 is truly plush and comfortable. The interior is made out of exceptionally high-quality materials and the extensive use of real leather and wood trims induces a sense of opulence like no other.

Overall, the interior looks and feels much more expensive than the SUV is actually is. The seats are incredibly comfortable too with superb cushioning and support. You can cover hundreds of miles of asphalt without feeling tired a bit.

The BMW X5 and the Lincoln MKX might have similar dimensions on paper but the RX 350 offers a better interior than both of them. Additionally, the RX 350’s cargo capacity is also the highest on the list while the X5’s capacity is the lowest.

Some interior features are:

• Leather interiors
• Dual-zone climate control
• Rear privacy glass
• 8-way power-adjustable front seats
• Wood and leather steering wheel

Infotainment

The infotainment system of the 2012 Lexus RX 350 comes with several standard features such as Bluetooth and USB port while some standout features are also present such as a “Remote Touch” controller which comes bundles with its navigation system. A notable feature includes an optional Mark Levinson sound system which one of the industry’s finest.

Some highlighted features of the infotainment system are:

• A side-view monitor 
• USB connectivity 
• MP3 player 
• Mark Levinson sound system
• Hard-drive navigation system
• XMNavTraffic 
• Rear-seat entertainment system

The 2012 Lexus RX 350 looks less rugged and more elegant from the outside like it is on the inside. It sits lower to the ground than its rivals and rides like a dream. Coming to the design of the SUV, the front end looks quite understated with a compact front grille and sharp-looking headlamp units.

The side-profile looks a bit curved and the design is carried all the way to the rear end as well. The sloping rear windscreen and tailgate design looks a bit out of the ordinary and gives a feeling of an elevated and taller sedan. 

Despite its elongated design, the RX 350 is still lesser in overall length than the X5 and so is the Lincoln MKX. The X5 has the best ground clearance among the three making it the most practical SUV on the list.

Safety is something that Japanese car manufacturers take very seriously and the RX 350 is just another bright example of it. The SUV comes with some respectable crashworthiness ratings from both the NHTSA and the IIHS. The NHTSA rated it an overall 4-stars out of 5 and the IIHS rated it a maximum possible “Good” which further proves its safety aspect. The standard safety aids available on the SUV are antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, front- and rear-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, dual front knee bags, and active front head restraints.

Some available and optional safety features of the SUV are listed below:

• Brake Assist
• Electronic Stability Control
• Daytime Running Lights
• Child Safety Locks
• Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
• Traction Control
• Safety Connect telematics service with automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle locator, and an emergency assistance button. 

Lexus vehicles were always known for their sheer amount of luxury and comfort offered at a much lower price than its major German rivals such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz. It is safe to say that Lexus vehicles might not be as sporty as their German counterparts but matches them evenly in terms of comfort and elegance. The 2012 Lexus RX 350 offers a plethora of features along with a strong performance and an opulent interior. Overall, if you want a practical SUV with the comfort levels of a luxury vehicle and the peace of mind of owning a Toyota, then the RX 350 is the right option to go for.