DecodedCars2022 Lexus RX
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 350 4dr SUV, 350l 4dr SUV, 450h 4dr SUV, 450hl 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Horsepower
- 290 hp
- Transmission
- e-CVT
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 31 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 192.5–196.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,453–4,905 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 59% better than the average 2022 standard SUV (18.9 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 40 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Lexus RX is a standard SUV offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 193 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,453 lb (350 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (31 city / 28 highway), 59% better than the 2022 standard SUV average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,750 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 39 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2022
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 RX — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 RX →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Cambridge, Ontario · Miyawaka, Fukuoka
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2022 RX configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 4dr SUV | 192.5 in | 74.8 in | 67.7 in | 109.8 in | 64.6 / 64.2 in | 4,453 lb | 58/42 |
| 350l 4dr SUV | 196.9 in | 74.8 in | 67.3 in | 109.8 in | 64.6 / 64.2 in | 4,619 lb | 55/45 |
| 450h 4dr SUV | 192.5 in | 74.8 in | 67.7 in | 109.8 in | 64.6 / 64.2 in | 4,740 lb | 56/44 |
| 450hl 4dr SUV | 196.9 in | 74.8 in | 67.3 in | 109.8 in | 64.6 / 64.2 in | 4,905 lb | 55/45 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 450h AWD Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 31 / 28 / 30 | +59% | $2,750 | 297 |
| RX 450h L AWD Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 29 / 28 / 29 | +53% | $2,850 | 305 |
| RX 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | -13% | $2,900 | 391 |
| RX 350 L | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | -17% | $3,050 | 407 |
| RX 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | -10% | $3,050 | 405 |
| RX 350 L AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | -14% | $3,200 | 432 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Lexus RX.
Similar 2022 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Lexus RX (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Tesla Model Y | 330 mi | Not rated | 20 |
| 2022 Porsche Cayenne | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2022 BMW X5 | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2022 Land Rover Defender | 19 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2022 BMW X3 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2022 Volvo XC90 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Lexus RX.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2022 Lexus RX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2022 Lexus RX buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Electrical System — 8 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 5 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Engine — 4 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 31,600 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Lexus RX. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other RX years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 RX | 36 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 3 | 12 |
| 2025 RX | 36 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 24 |
| 2024 RX | 36 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 61 |
| 2023 RX | 36 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 67 |
| 2021 RX | 30 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 2 | 71 |
| 2020 RX | 30 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 2 | 56 |
| 2019 RX | 30 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 68 |
| 2018 RX | 30 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 2 | 47 |
| 2017 RX | 30 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 3 | 103 |
| 2016 RX | 30 | 192.5 in | Not rated | 3 | 93 |
| 2015 RX | 29 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 67 |
| 2014 RX | 29 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 22 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →