Used 2015 Lexus RX 350 for sale 

The Lexus RX 350 seats 5 people and is available in three trims: Standard, F Sport, and Crafted Line. The Standard variant is the only one offered in FWD and an optional AWD. The other two trims come with AWD as standard. The SUV starts with a sticker price of $40,710 and goes up to $50,220 for the high-end Crafted Line trim.

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The F Sport trim seems to hit most of your requirements. Although the AWD basic trim with some well-placed packages and a bit of bargaining would be the best deal for the car. The upgraded sound system is also a recommended option. Stil, if you want the most out of this car as standard, go with the F Sport trim. 

Powering the 2016 Lexus RX 350 is a 3.5L V-6 gas engine that makes 270 horsepower and 248 foot-pounds of torque. A six-speed automatic gearbox and a front-wheel-drive are standard on the base trim. The F-Sport trim comes standard with an AWD and an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The SUV can tow up to 3500 pounds, which is less than most of its competitors.

The Lexus RX 350 is slower than both the BMW X5 and the Lincoln MKZ, though only the BMW offers an RWD as standard. The Lincoln has the advantage in terms of power output, it comes with an older 6-speed gearbox. When it comes to 0-60 mph timing, the 2015 BMW X5 rules the competition with 6.1 seconds of time. The BMW X5 and the Lincoln MKZ both have a higher top speed than the Lexus RX 350.

There is a 450h RX optionally available, which is the best choice in terms of fuel economy. Nevertheless, the motor on the RX 350 is also quite versatile and efficient. With the 6-speed automatic gearbox, the car has 18 mpg in cities, 25 on highways, and 21 mpg combined. The efficient 8-speed automatic transmission gives the AWD F-Sport variant a combined efficiency of 21, with 18 in cities and 26 on highways.

The BMW X5 has the largest fuel tank and thus the longest range of the competitors. The Lexus RX 350 is the most efficient in the consideration by quite a margin. The 19.2-gallon fuel tank can get the Lexus to around 450 miles. Standing far behind its rivals is Lincoln MKX as it offers the smallest fuel tank along with the lowest fuel economy, therefore the low overall range.

Lexus’s reputation for high refinement and interior quality is carried forward in the RX 350. Nearly every surface you touch has been finished. Even the smaller controls like knobs or dials work with clockwork precision. The Navigation package also adds remote control, which is quite tedious to use. The Mark Levinson audio system is one of the best in the market and highly recommended.

The Lincoln MKX offers the best space for seating in the rear row. The Lexus RX 350, on the other hand, has good space but the headroom is a bit congested. The BMW X5 offers decent space on either row. When it comes to cargo space, in the absence of BMW’s figure, Lexus outperforms Lincoln and offers the biggest cargo space of 40.0 cubic feet. Few standout interior features include-

• Leather interiors
• Dual zone climate control
• Rear privacy glass
• 8-way power adjustable front seats

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The RX350 has an 8-inch touchscreen. It has easy to use functions and a well-designed layout. Models with the Navigation package come with a larger central display.

The basic speakers are an 8-speaker unit, which can be upgraded to the Mark Levinson variant optionally. Some standout infotainment features are:

• 8-inch touchscreen system
• 9-speaker audio system
• Satellite Radio
• HD Radio
• Navigation System
• USB-port
• Bluetooth Connectivity

The Lexus cars are some of the most elegant cars on the market. However, they appear a bit muted and sedated. The model received a slight refresh in 2010, which swapped a lot of exterior elements from the car. Overall though it is a great car to drive and looks the part regularly.

The 2015 Lexus RX 350 is the smallest vehicle in the lineup. The wheelbase and the width both are lower than the competition. Finally, the Lexus is also the lightest car in the consideration, especially as compared to the BMW X5. When it comes to ground clearance, BMW stands taller than the competition at 8.2 inches. Few key features include-

• Hourglass shaped front grille
• Arrow shaped LED DRLs
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Fog lamps

The 2015 Lexus RX has an impressive and top-tier crash-test performance. The car offers as many as 10 airbags right in the base model. There are also side airbags for rear seats, electronic stability control, and anti-lock braking. The IIHS has awarded the car as the “Top Safety Pick” for 2015.

The RX also got “Good” in almost all relevant categories. The NHTSA, on the other hand, gives the Lexus RX 350 a 4/5 rating. There is even hill-hold functionality and as well as a rearview camera as standard. There is an available PCS collision avoidance system that averts the car from possible accidents. Major safety features include-

• Lexus Enform Safety Connect
• 10 Airbags
• Smart/Stop Technology
• Backup camera with dynamic gridlines
• Vehicle Stability Control
• Rigid Body with crumple zones
• Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management
• Tire pressure monitoring system
• Brake assist and electronic brake force distribution
• Rain sensing wipers

Overall the car is quite a great vehicle and attuned to move the family in uber-luxury and styling way. Since the motor and the underpinnings are from Toyota, the car itself is sure to last for decades. It has great space in the interiors and enough luxurious accents. The engine is efficient, and particularly with the FWD variant, the SUV can get quite a long-range. The performance though does seem lacking, particularly with the 6-speed automatic gearbox. The 8-speed gearbox also seems more attuned towards efficacy rather than speed. Overall a sedated family traveler, the RX 350 is worthy of consideration.