Lexus used the Paris Auto Show to show off the 2011 Lexus RX 450h, the newest update in its RX hybrid SUV model line.

Reviewers have given this hybrid SUV high marks for its power, luxury, and fuel economy. For example, the RX 450h can tow up to 3,500 pounds and the front wheel drive (FWD) version has an EPA estimated fuel economy of 32 mpg city/28 mpg highway/30 mpg combined. An all-wheel drive (AWD) version is rated at 30/28/29 mpg, respectively.

Pricing for the FWD version is $43,235 MSRP; pricing for the AWD version is $44,825. Both have an $875 deliver fee. A comparable vehicle is the Audi Q5 Hybrid.  Read more...

It wasn’t too long ago that we brought you news of the Lexus RX400h, the iconic luxury brands first foray into hybrid SUVs that has been in production since 2005. Well, five years in and the automaker has redesigned the SUV and the RX400h’s newest update –  the RX450h – was originally unveiled at the November L.A. Auto Show and getting more buzz at last week in Detroit.  Read more...

The new 2008 Lexus RX 400h is arguably the most luxurious SUV on the market, and is undoubtably the top luxury hybrid vehicle to date. Available in a front-wheel drive version (Base MSRP – $41,180) as well as an all-wheel drive (Base MSRP – $42,580), this hybrid suv is built for performance.  With its 3.3 liter, dohc 24v V6 engine – the 400h churns out 268 horsepower.  Read more...