The Lexus RX 450h is one of the most advanced cars using hybrid technology. This SUV from Lexus has the refinement and finesse that you would expect from a top notch car. The Lexus RX 450h is indeed an outstanding vehicle. The fuel sipping economy and low emissions are very impressive. Lower emissions mean lower taxes, which makes it more attractive.

There are several pros of the Lexus RX 450h which make it a more attractive purchase for the people who are ready to pay more an excellent SUV. The first pro is its power output. It has a 3.5 litre V6 engine in conjunction with not one but two electric motors, which means the combined power of the vehicle is 295bhp. The vehicle boasts a zero to 62 miles per hour dash of 7.9 seconds, which is impressive for an SUV. It has a continuous variable transmission, which automatically combines the power of the two power sources and provides the best pulling power. Up to speeds of 25mph, it runs silently on the electric motors. The batteries that drive the electric motors are charged when the car is coasting or braking. The electric motors kick in when the petrol engine requires extra power, like when changing lanes or overtaking.

Los Angeles Times stated, "Is the RX450h the right thing to do? Well, you could always get a Toyota Prius and get 50 mpg; so, it is more accurate to say that the big hybrid is less wrong than right. Search your conscience and your wallet."

The boot space is a bit limited because of the space taken to accommodate the battery pack. But, Lexus has been clever by offering a 40/20/40 folding seats as compared to 60/40 offered by other cars. Folding the seats is easy and a lever in the rear folds them flat to give them the extra storage space required. There are various cubby holes and storage spaces in the cabin of the vehicle.

The Lexus RX 450h comes loaded with equipment for which you would pay extra on any other car. Bluetooth, USB port, keyless entry, privacy glass, auto dimming interior and door mirrors is what you would get on the entry level Lexus RX 450h.

Its exterior is just the same as of the previous model, but few elements have been added, which add beauty to its exterior and style. Rx 450 has a unique grille and front bumper, optional LED headlamps, blue logos and blue-tinted head- and tail-lamps, and a 19-inch optional wheel design, all of which are offered for a longer life and lower energy consumption. Lexus has introduced a new style for its model called "L-Finesse", and this car has all the features of L-Finesse.

RX-Hybrid Safety The 2010 Lexus RX Hybrid does incredibly well in federal government crash tests. The new model comes laden with a long list of customary safety features, together with water-beading front side windows.

RX-Hybrid Reliability The dependability score of the Lexus RX 450h shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is supported on trending the past three years of past initial excellence and reliability data from automotive studies of J.D. Power, particularly the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Lexus provides a fundamental guarantee for the first four years or 50,000 miles.