Lexus RX trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The 2027 Lexus RX comes in four powertrains (RX 350, RX 350h, RX 450h+ plug-in and RX 500h F SPORT Performance) and six grades from Premium to Luxury. Prices run $53,900–$71,960 before a $1,550 delivery fee. The base Standard grade is gone for 2027, so the RX now starts at the Premium grade.

Current RX trim levels: RX fifth generation (2023–present)

The fifth-generation RX moved to the GA-K platform and a 2.4L turbo four for the RX 350, with the RX 350h, RX 450h+ plug-in and the 366-hp RX 500h. Lexus launched it for 2023 at a starting MSRP of $48,750. For 2027 the Standard grade is dropped (in 2026 the RX 350 Standard FWD was $52,775 with DPH), leaving Premium, Premium+, Luxury, F SPORT Design, F SPORT Handling and F SPORT Performance; red calipers are a new option on the F SPORT Handling and Performance grades. The 2027 RX arrives at dealers this fall.[1][2][3]

Lexus RX RX fifth generation (2023–present) trims in ladder order with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2027, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
RX 350 Premium FWD$53,900excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $55,450 with DPH
  • 2.4L turbo I4 (275 hp, 317 lb-ft), 8-speed automatic
  • Lowest-priced 2027 RX; Standard grade dropped for 2027
  • Front-wheel drive
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RX 350 Premium+ FWD$57,390excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $58,940 with DPH
  • 2.4L turbo I4 (275 hp, 317 lb-ft), 8-speed automatic
  • Premium+ adds equipment over Premium
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RX 350 F SPORT Design FWD$56,230excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $57,780 with DPH
  • 2.4L turbo I4 (275 hp, 317 lb-ft), 8-speed automatic
  • F SPORT styling on the front-drive RX 350
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RX 350 Luxury FWD$62,445excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $63,995 with DPH
  • 2.4L turbo I4 (275 hp, 317 lb-ft), 8-speed automatic
  • Top comfort grade for the front-drive RX 350
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RX 350 Premium AWD$55,500excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $57,050 with DPH
  • 2.4L turbo I4 (275 hp, 317 lb-ft), 8-speed automatic
  • AWD version of the entry grade
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RX 350 Premium+ AWD$58,990excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $60,540 with DPH
  • 2.4L turbo I4 (275 hp, 317 lb-ft), 8-speed automatic
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    RX 350 F SPORT Design AWD$57,830excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $59,380 with DPH
    • 2.4L turbo I4 (275 hp, 317 lb-ft), 8-speed automatic
    • F SPORT look without the Handling chassis
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    RX 350 F SPORT Handling AWD$60,500excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $62,050 with DPH
    • 2.4L turbo I4 (275 hp, 317 lb-ft), 8-speed automatic
    • Opposed six-piston front calipers with 15.74-inch rotors
    • Red front and rear calipers newly optional for 2027
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    RX 350 Luxury AWD$64,045excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $65,595 with DPH
    • 2.4L turbo I4 (275 hp, 317 lb-ft), 8-speed automatic
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      RX 350h Premium AWD$56,200excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $57,750 with DPH
      • 2.5L I4 hybrid (246 hp, 233 lb-ft), AWD
      • Hybrid is AWD-only; NiMH battery under the rear seat
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      RX 350h Premium+ AWD$59,690excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $61,240 with DPH
      • 2.5L I4 hybrid (246 hp, 233 lb-ft), AWD
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        RX 350h F SPORT Design AWD$58,530excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $60,080 with DPH
        • 2.5L I4 hybrid (246 hp, 233 lb-ft), AWD
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          RX 350h Luxury AWD$64,745excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $66,295 with DPH
          • 2.5L I4 hybrid (246 hp, 233 lb-ft), AWD
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            RX 450h+ Premium AWD$65,330excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $66,880 with DPH
            • 2.5L I4 plug-in hybrid (38-mile EPA electric range), AWD
            • Plug-in hybrid; Premium grade added to the 450h+ for 2026
            • 85 MPGe combined EPA estimate; 0–60 mph in an estimated 6.2 seconds
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            RX 450h+ Luxury AWD$71,960excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $73,510 with DPH
            • 2.5L I4 plug-in hybrid (38-mile EPA electric range), AWD
            • Most expensive 2027 RX
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            RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD$67,400excl. $1,550 delivery, processing and handling (2027 MY); $68,950 with DPH
            • 2.4L turbo I4 hybrid (366 hp, 406 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, AWD
            • Most powerful RX; 80-kW rear eAxle
            • Dynamic Rear Steering available (up to 4 degrees)
            • Six-piston front calipers; red calipers optional for 2027
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            MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Lexus pricing source.

            Previous RX trim levels: RX fourth generation (2016–2022)

            The fourth-generation RX debuted at the 2015 New York Auto Show as a 2016 model, with a 3.5L V6 RX 350, the 308-hp RX 450h hybrid and, later, the three-row RX 350L and RX 450hL. Lexus published 2022 grade pricing only in a separate pricing sheet, so only the 2022 Black Line special-edition prices are given here.[4][5][6][7]

            Lexus RX RX fourth generation (2016–2022) trims in ladder order with 2022 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
            TrimBase MSRP (2022, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
            RX 350 (base, Premium, Luxury, F SPORT)—
            • 3.5L V6, 8-speed automatic
            • For 2022 the RX 350 F SPORT came as a base F SPORT package or a Handling package with Adaptive Variable Suspension
            • Fog lamps became a standalone option for 2022
            [4][7]
            RX 450h hybrid—
            • 3.5L V6 hybrid (308 hp combined)
            • 30 mpg combined EPA estimate (2022)
            • Rear electric motor drives the rear wheels when needed
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            RX 350L / RX 450hL (three-row)—
            • 3.5L V6 (RX 350L)
            • 3.5L V6 hybrid (308 hp combined, RX 450hL)
            • Stretched three-row versions of the fourth-generation RX
            • Sold through the 2022 model year
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            RX 350 Black Line (2022 special edition)$49,450Lexus-quoted U.S. suggested starting MSRP (2022 MY); release does not say whether DPH is included
            • 3.5L V6
            • Limited to 2,100 gas units in North America
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            RX 450h AWD Black Line (2022 special edition)$52,150Lexus-quoted U.S. suggested MSRP (2022 MY); release does not say whether DPH is included
            • 3.5L V6 hybrid (308 hp combined)
            • Limited to 400 hybrid units in North America
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            MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Lexus pricing source.

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            Frequently asked questions

            What are the 2027 Lexus RX trim levels?

            The 2027 RX comes in six grades: Premium, Premium+, Luxury, F SPORT Design, F SPORT Handling and F SPORT Performance. They are split across the RX 350 (FWD or AWD), RX 350h (AWD), RX 450h+ (AWD, Premium or Luxury) and RX 500h (F SPORT Performance only), for 16 configurations.

            How much is the cheapest 2027 Lexus RX?

            The 2027 RX 350 Premium FWD is the cheapest at $53,900 MSRP, or $55,450 with the $1,550 delivery, processing and handling fee. The Standard grade that used to open the range was dropped for 2027.

            What is the difference between the RX 350h and RX 500h?

            The RX 350h pairs a 2.5L four-cylinder hybrid making 246 hp and 233 lb-ft, tuned for efficiency. The RX 500h F SPORT Performance uses a 2.4L turbo hybrid with an 80-kW rear eAxle for 366 hp and 406 lb-ft, plus six-piston front brakes. For 2027 the RX 350h starts at $56,200 and the RX 500h at $67,400, before the delivery fee.

            Which RX is the plug-in hybrid?

            The RX 450h+ is the plug-in hybrid. It has a 38-mile EPA-estimated electric range and an 85 MPGe combined rating. For 2027 it costs $65,330 (Premium) or $71,960 (Luxury) before the $1,550 delivery fee.

            Is there still a three-row Lexus RX?

            The three-row RX 350L and RX 450hL were fourth-generation models sold through 2022, and the 2027 RX price list has no L models. Lexus's current three-row crossover on the GA-K platform is the TX, which starts at $57,340 MSRP for 2027.

            Sources

            Prices and equipment are as published by Lexus for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

            1. 2027 Lexus RX Hits the Streets This Fall (Sep 17, 2026) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)
            2. 2026 Lexus RX: Extending the Range (Aug 22, 2025; pricing updated Jun 19, 2026) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)
            3. The Evolution of an Icon: The All-New 2023 Lexus RX (Sep 9, 2022) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)
            4. What's New: 2022 Lexus RX 350 and 450h (Aug 4, 2021) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)
            5. What's New: 2022 Lexus RX 350L / RX 450hL (Jul 19, 2021) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)
            6. Lexus RX 350 and 450h Black Line Are Back With a Fresh Look for 2022 — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)
            7. The All-New 2016 Lexus RX Makes Global Debut at the New York International Auto Show (Apr 1, 2015) — Lexus USA Newsroom (pressroom.lexus.com)

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