Passenger mirror on 2012 Lexus RX450H swivels all the way out when starting car
Passenger mirror folded in properly with switch but folds out way to far when turning on vehicle. Drivers side has no issues
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2012 Lexus RX Hybrid Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Let’s say you run into a genie and he asks for the proverbial three wishes. You tell him you want a crossover SUV with a luxurious interior, great ride, complete safety package, seating for 5 and oh, by the way, you want it to use gas like a camel uses water. First, he tells you that’s way more than three requests, but then he says, “You want a Lexus RX 450h!” The best part is, the 2012 Lexus RX 450h is not a fantasy - it is in fact, a reality.
The 2012 Lexus RX 450h is a carryover from previous years, and while it is offered in only one trim level, what a trim it is. It also offers three option packages to meet almost anyone’s needs. The Appearance package includes 19-inch alloy wheels and blacked-out headlight rings. The Sports package also includes 19-inch wheels, but has the addition of a sporty tightened suspension and Lexus' Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system. The Premium package includes a sunroof, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, leather seats, a power rear liftgate, driver's-seat memory settings and a rear-seat armrest.
Like its sister the Lexus RX 350, the RX 450h uses a 3.5-liter V6 engine with a 6-speed transmission, but it also has a green-leaning electric motor for a combined 295 horsepower. Both RX trims are available with front- or all-wheel drive. The 450h can run on one or both of its power sources to maximize fuel economy and retain acceleration. You don’t have to plug it in to charge it, and it uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that acts much like an automatic. Hill-start assist is standard. In 2012, Lexus made the RX 350 able to use regular unleaded gas, but not so for the 450h, as it still takes premium, but literally sips it at 32 mpg city/28 highway. For the best handling the Sports package is recommended, as it allows sharper maneuvering.
The ride in the RX 450h is smooth as silk and comparable to that of many premium sedans. With the exception of some occasional whining from the electric motor, the RX 450h is blissfully quiet. Acceleration is rapid and reactive and has very little of the surging found in other hybrid vehicles. Standard in both Lexus RX models are real wood trim, XM satellite radio (3 months' free service, then it’s up to you), Bluetooth connectivity, iPod/USB ports, heated exterior mirrors, a leather steering wheel cover and rear-seat reading lights. You may need the first aid kit that also comes standard when your friends slap you for buying the ultimate midsize SUV.
The cargo space is a little awkward, because the rear seats do not fold completely flat and the sloped roof makes tall items difficult to fit in, but the RX will haul its passengers in style and comfort. Back seat passengers have ample legroom and fairly easy entry and exit access, and their own cupholders – hallelujah. Lexus added pull handles that make it easy to fold down the back seats through the rear access lift gate.
A navigation system controlled by a console-mounted "Remote Touch" module is available, and it's described as being intuitive and easy to use. It also includes real-time traffic and weather alerts. An optional side-view monitor uses TV cameras to show a wide-angle passenger-side view of the vehicle on the nav screen. Additional features include a dual-screen DVD entertainment system, hands-free parallel-parking system and adaptive cruise control.
The RX 450h comes standard with Lexus’ Pre-Collision System, which tightens the seatbelts and readies the brakes when sensors detect an imminent collision. Other standard safety features include ABS, traction control, an antiskid system, curtain-side airbags, front-side airbags, rear-side airbags, and front knee airbags, and Safety Connect, which calls for help if you can’t. And just so you won’t have your heart broken, Lexus offers a theft-deterrent system that uses a rolling code to immobilize the engine until the correct smart access key is detected, thus thwarting potential thieves. Rain-sensing wipers are also available, but water-repellent windows are standard. All RX models come with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that monitors and notifies the driver of a low tire. Sweet.
The 2012 Lexus RX 450h is an unbelievably plush midsize luxury SUV that makes you feel good while driving it, and because of its small carbon footprint, will make you feel good owning it.
Published May 31, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid
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by ALY V
Sep 04, 2024
Car it self is nice. Features are good. But the price is way too high. Dealership is asking too much money. Sep 04, 2024
by Ben P
May 10, 2023
Impressive list of features including the shoulder belt adjustment mechanism in rx450h awd. Love hybrid technology. I drive a 2008 rx400h awd as well.May 10, 2023
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Navigation time
I have reset my clock after they went back an hour last weekend, but on navigation it is still one hour out. ETA is an hour ahead. Can you help. Thanks.
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I bought 2 cars from a dealer. How can I leave a review?
I bought a 2012 Lexus RX450H on 12/2015 from Five Star Auto Sales of Tampa. It has been 10 months and 9000 miles, I am very happy. 3 weeks ago I Bought another car, a 2011 Toyota Prius, from the same dealer. Everything has been a five star experience. I would like to leave a 5 star review.
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2012 Lexus RX Hybrid Pricing
Original MSRP
$45,235 to $46,825Price range
$13,226 to $13,271Average price on CG
$13,226YoY price change
$13,271 to $13,226Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: separate rear audio · XM with NavTraffic satellite radio · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.2 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Parking sensors: front and rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Engine
Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 165 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 123 · Electric Motor Torque: 247 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 245 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 6000 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 234 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4800
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
Starter Type: motor/generator
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 7 in. · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: cloth · Ventilated: front
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: infrared-reflecting · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: separate rear audio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 15
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.9 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.2 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather and wood
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 4 · Parking sensors: front and rear · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: accessory hook · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand
Engine
Electric Motor Battery Type: nickel-metal hydride · Electric Motor HP: 165 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 123 · Electric Motor Torque: 247 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 245 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 6000 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 234 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 4800
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Hybrid
Starter Type: motor/generator
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 7 in. · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: cloth · Ventilated: front
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Accident Avoidence Systems: pre-collision safety system
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.8
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: infrared-reflecting · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent