New Lexus RX for Sale nearMenifee, CA

How much does the Lexus RX cost in today's market?

Used Lexus RX prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Lexus RX's current nationwide average price is $32,786, and its lowest point over the past year was $29,897. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Lexus RX a good car?

Yes — the Lexus RX is a strong choice if you want a luxury SUV that emphasizes comfort, refinement, and everyday ease of use. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the RX for its comfortable ride, upscale cabin, and reliability. Across the model years, the recurring themes are a smooth driving experience, premium-feeling interior materials, and a well-rounded feature set that makes the RX easy to live with.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs show up in ride composure on rough pavement, cargo space, and performance, especially in recent expert-reviewed years. If you want a luxury SUV that leans into comfort and refinement first, the RX fits that brief well.

35.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lexus RX models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Lexus RX as comfortable, refined, and dependable. The model’s long-running reputation is reinforced by strong owner satisfaction, with praise centered on its smooth ride, upscale cabin, and easy day-to-day livability.

• Owners rate the Lexus RX between 4.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination points to a generally reassuring long-term ownership experience, especially if you choose a well-kept example with a clean history.

What should I look for when buying a used Lexus RX?

Across all model years, at 71.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Lexus Safety System+ 3.0
• Infotainment: 9.8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: The RX 350 FWD is estimated at 25 mpg combined city and highway driving, the RX 350h is estimated at 36 mpg combined, and the RX 450h+ has a 35-mpg combined fuel economy estimate with up to 37 miles of electric-only range.

Which Lexus RX trim should I buy?

The 2024 Lexus RX offers these trims:

• RX 350: The base model starts the lineup with a turbocharged 2.4-liter engine, an eight-speed automatic, and available FWD or AWD, making it the entry point if you want the core RX experience.
• RX 350h: This hybrid adds standard AWD and a 2.5-liter hybrid powertrain, and it stands out as the best-value trim for buyers who want stronger efficiency with a well-equipped setup.
• RX 450h+: The plug-in hybrid adds an 18.1-kWh battery pack, 304 hp, and up to 37 miles of electric-only range, making it the choice if you can charge regularly and want the most electrified RX.
• RX 500h F Sport Performance: This performance-oriented model adds a turbo 2.4-liter hybrid setup with 366 hp, a six-speed automatic, and AWD for buyers who want the strongest acceleration in the lineup.

What Lexus RX do most buyers choose?

The Lexus RX years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you more inventory to compare, more pricing competition, and a better chance of finding the trim and condition you want.

What is the Lexus RX's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which creates better opportunities for used buyers. The declines are generally modest to moderate, with the newest recent years showing some of the larger drops in the table. One older model year is essentially flat, which stands out against the broader downward pattern.

The 2014 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2014, 2016, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Lexus RX safe?

• 2024: 7/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2022: 8/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 8/10
• 2018: 8/10
• 2017: 8/10
• 2016: 9/10
• 2015: 7/10

All RX models come standard with the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite of advanced safety and driver-assistance features.

For the safest used buy, the 2016 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Lexus RX now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −2.32% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −6.45%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $48,599. The Lexus RX offers a comfortable ride, a refined cabin, and a polished everyday driving experience.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The RX 350 is powered by a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque, while the RX 450h+ adds an 18.1-kWh battery pack and up to 37 miles of electric-only range.
• Tech: The new infotainment system uses a 9.8-inch touchscreen in lower trims and a much larger 14-inch display for other models, and it supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: All RX models come standard with the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite of advanced safety and driver-assistance features.
• Starting price: The RX starts at $49,950 for the base RX 350 with FWD.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2023 Lexus RX compare to the 2023 Toyota Venza?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2023 Lexus RX:

• Pros: Comfortable, Premium interior materials, Impressive technology.
• Cons: Woozy ride on imperfect pavement with standard suspension, Not much cargo space, Poor head-up display integration.

2023 Toyota Venza:

• Pros: Fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain, Comfortable, Stylish design.
• Cons: Not much cargo space, Middling performance.

Our experts score the 2023 Lexus RX 7.2/10 and the 2023 Toyota Venza 6.3/10. The RX brings the stronger premium feel and more impressive technology, while the Venza leans into efficiency and a lower starting price. Both have limited cargo space, but the RX is the more upscale choice and the Venza is the more efficiency-focused one.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.