2012 Lexus RX 450h AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Hybrid Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
29
MPG
Highway
27
MPG
Combined
28
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 4 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
27.5MPG average-1.9% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 28 MPG · Owner reported avg: 27.5 MPG
Range: 23–32 MPG
Driving mix: City 42% / Highway 58%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 27.5 real world MPG based on 4 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 28 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic (AV-S6)
Premium Hybrid
City
29
Hwy
27
Comb
28
Fuel cost: $2,900/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (AV-S6) | Premium Hybrid | 29 | 27 | 28 | $2,900 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,900
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,500
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 317 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 10.6 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Body Style
- SUV/Crossover
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 3.5L, 6-cylinder
- Efficiency Tech
- Auto Start-Stop
- Fuel Type
- Premium Gasoline
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