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At A Glance
| GENERAL | |
| Model | 2008 Lexus RX 400h 4WD 4dr Hybrid |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Passenger Doors | 5 |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| MSRP | $53650.00 |
| Destination Charge | $1895.00 |
Consumer Information
| Warranty | |
| WarrantyInfo | Basic: 4 Years/80,000 km Drivetrain: 6 Years/110,000 km Corrosion: 6 Years/Unlimited km Emissions: 4 Years/80,000 km Roadside Assistance: 4 Years/Unlimited km |
Technical Specification
| Vehicle | |
| EPA Classification | Sport Utility |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas/Electric V6 |
| Displacement | 3.3L/202 |
| Fuel System | SMPI |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 208 @ 5600/167 @ 4500 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 212 @ 4400/247 @ 0-500 |
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 1 |
| Trans Description Cont. | ECVT Automatic |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | - TBD - |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | - TBD - |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.54 |
| Mileage | |
| EnerGuide Estimate - City (L/100 km) | 7.8 |
| EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy (L/100 km) | 8.4 |
| Electrical | |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary) | - TBD - |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | - TBD - |
| Cooling System | |
| Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) | - TBD - |
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 4365 |
| Trailering | |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | 3500 |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | 350 |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Dual-Link Strut |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) | - TBD - |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) | - TBD - |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type | Pwr |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 12.6 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.3 x - TBD - |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Size | P235/55R18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P235/55R18 |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size (in) | 18 x 7.0 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) | 18 x 7.0 |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | 15.6 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.9 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 37.4 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) | - TBD - |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (L) | 65 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase (in) | 106.9 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 187.2 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 72.6 |
| Height, Overall (in) | 68.5 |
| Track Width, Front (in) | 62.0 |
| Track Width, Rear (in) | 61.2 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 7.1 |
| Rear Door Opening Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Rear Door Opening Width (in) | - TBD - |
| Liftover Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft?) | 72.4 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft?) | 31.9 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft?) | 102.5 |
| Front Head Room (in) | 39.3 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.5 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 58.0 |
| Front Hip Room (in) | 54.9 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 38.6 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 36.4 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 57.1 |
| Second Hip Room (in) | 54.5 |
| Summary | |
| Vehicle Name | RX 400h |
| Body Style | 4-Door SUV |
Standard Equipment
| EXTERIOR | |
| Roof rack | |
| Pwr tilt/sliding moonroof w/sunshade | |
| Body-colour rear spoiler | |
| Body-colour bumpers | |
| Rear step bumper | |
| Rear bumper protector | |
| Adaptive front lighting system | |
| High intensity discharge headlamps-inc: light control system, auto leveling headlamp system, washers | |
| LED taillights | |
| Water repellent door glass | |
| Colour-keyed electrochromic pwr heated mirrors | |
| Rain-sensing variable intermittent wipers w/mist feature | |
| Chrome-finish door handles | |
| Pwr tailgate | |
| INTERIOR | |
| Leather seat trim | |
| Pwr heated front bucket seats-inc: 10-way pwr driver seat, 8-way pwr front passenger seat, pwr lumbar, adjustable headrests, 2-position driver seat memory | |
| 40/20/40 split-folding sliding rear seat | |
| Sliding front centre console box | |
| Carpet floor mats | |
| Leather-wrapped pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel w/audio controls | |
| Instrumentation-inc: multi-info display, water temp, dual trip odometer | |
| Warnings-inc: low fuel, low oil, low washer fluid, front seat belts | |
| Tire pressure monitoring system | |
| Pwr windows-inc: auto-up/down for all windows, jam protection | |
| Pwr door locks w/key lockout protection | |
| Retained accessory pwr | |
| Easy access memory system | |
| Cruise control | |
| Remote keyless entry w/adjustable audible warning | |
| Remote fuel-filler door release | |
| Anti-theft system w/engine immobilizer | |
| Integrated garage door opener | |
| AM/FM stereo w/in-dash 6-disc CD changer-inc: MP3/WMA capability, auto sound levelizer (ASL), title display, radio data system (RDS), digital signal processor (DSP), audio position function (POS), (8) speakers w/front 3-way speakers | |
| Dual-zone automatic climate control-inc: dust filter, pollen filter, deodorizing filter, soft-touch heater controls | |
| Rear seat heater ducts | |
| Digital clock | |
| Driver coin case compartment | |
| Aluminum dash accents | |
| Simulated leather door trim | |
| Driver/front passenger opening door pockets | |
| Overhead sunglasses holder | |
| Assist grips | |
| Electrochromic rearview mirror w/digital compass | |
| Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors | |
| Lights-inc: reading lamps, front footwell lights | |
| Illuminated entry system | |
| Front/rear cup holders | |
| Accessory pwr outlets | |
| Metallic shift knob | |
| Front seatback pocket | |
| Side & under cargo area storage compartments | |
| Cargo area tonneau cover | |
| Cargo area tie down rings | |
| MECHANICAL | |
| 3.3L DOHC SMPI 24-valve V6 engine-inc: variable valve timing w/intelligence (VVT-iE), hybrid synergy drive (HSD), front/rear high-output permanent-magnet synchronous electric motors | |
| Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission w/pwr split device | |
| Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)-inc: traction control (TRAC) | |
| On-demand electronic 4-wheel drive | |
| Engine oil cooler | |
| HD equipment-inc: battery, starter, alternator & heater | |
| Anti-vibration subframe | |
| Independent MacPherson strut front suspension-inc: coil springs, gas struts, anti-dive geometry | |
| Dual-link MacPherson strut rear suspension-inc: coil springs, gas struts | |
| Front/rear stabilizer bars | |
| P235/55R18 all-season tires | |
| 18" aluminum alloy wheels w/locks | |
| Electric pwr steering | |
| Pwr front ventilated & rear solid disc brakes-inc: integrated regenerative braking system, electronically controlled hydraulic braking system (ECB2) | |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Electronic brake force distribution w/brake assist (BA) | |
| Stainless steel exhaust system w/chrome tail pipe | |
| SAFETY | |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Electronic brake force distribution w/brake assist (BA) | |
| Front dual-stage airbags w/passenger occupancy sensor | |
| Front seat-mounted side airbags | |
| Roll-sensing front/rear head & side curtain airbags | |
| Driver knee airbag | |
| All-position 3-point seat belts | |
| Front seat belt pretensioners & force limiters | |
| Adjustable B-pillar shoulder belt anchors | |
| Child-restraint seat anchor points | |
| Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)-inc: traction control (TRAC) | |
| First aid kit | |
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