2008 Lexus RX 400h Expert Reviews Change Vehicle

The Lexus RX 350 will handle just about any driving task, from the commute to camping to a Sunday cruise, in style and comfort, regardless of the weather and with reasonable operating costs. It's smooth, roomy, luxurious and responsive. The hybrid-powered RX 400h is a technical marvel and very easy on the environment, with improved fuel economy and no decrease in performance. But over the typical lease or new-car loan period, it's likely to cost more to own than the conventional RX 350, ... Read More

The 2008 Lexus RX is offered in two primary models: the RX350, which is powered by a 270-horsepower, 3.5L V6, and the RX400h, which has an advanced hybrid system combining a 3.3L V6 and an electric motor system, making a total of 268 horsepower together. The 400h's Lexus Hybrid Drive is a "full hybrid" system, meaning it can operate on electric power in some low-speed stop-and-go conditions, greatly increasing fuel efficiency. The system recovers some energy to battery packs-which are located... Read More

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