2016 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT: Futuristic and Luxurious

Published on August 19, 2016 in Test Drives by Danny Geraghty

Test drive report
Test model 2016 Lexus RX
Trim level 350 F Sport
Price range $54,049 – $68,649
Price as tested CA$65,799
Warranty (basic) 4 years/80,000 km
Warranty (powertrain) 6 years/110,000 km
Fuel economy (city/highway/observed) 12.2 / 8.9 / 13.3 L/100km
Options N/A
Competitive models Acura MDX, Audi Q7, BMW X5, BMW X6, Infiniti QX70, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Porsche Cayenne, Toyota Highlander, Volkswagen Touareg, Volvo XC90
Strong points
  • Futuristic looks
  • High-quality interior
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Worthy of Lexus badge
Weak points
  • Infotainment system
  • Trackpad-style interface
  • Higher than expected fuel consumption
  • F SPORT package could use more sport
Editor's rating
Fuel economy 3.5/5 Higher than the official rating
Comfort 4.0/5 Lexus' comfort level is amazing
Performance 3.5/5 Not as peppy as the F SPORT name suggests, but still adequate
Infotainment 2.0/5 Lexus needs to change this
Driving 4.0/5 Looked forward to driving it every day
Overall 4.0/5 Very nice product with just a few kinks to be ironed out
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