Lexus RX450h SE-I
Lexus RX450h SE-I
What is it?
LATEST version of the hybrid SUV from luxury car maker Lexus. New RX450h produces 295bhp thanks to a 3.5-litre V6 boosted by twin electric motors but promises the same fuel economy and CO2 emissions as a diesel hatchback. Priced from £41,600.
What’s hot?
- Well, it’s not lacking in performance…
- …0-62mph in 7.8 seconds…
- Impressive claimed economy of 44.8mpg
- Low 148g/km CO2 emissions mean a tax band of just 14%
- Congestion charge exempt
- Brilliantly built and spacious cabin with lovely soft leather seats
- Soothing on the motorway
- Boot is large with 496 litres of luggage room
- Awesome Mark Levinson stereo, epic equipment levels
- First class dealer service
What’s not?
- CVT auto can sometimes take the edge of refinement
- Stiff suspension means the ride isn’t as comfy as it should be
- Uninvolving handling
- Awkward looking from some angles
- Company car tax rises to 15% (10/11); 19% (11/12)
What you need to Know?
| P11D Value: | 45,090 |
| Monthly Rental*: | 840 (CH)/£966 (PCH) |
| Tax Band when posted: | 14% |
| Monthly BiK: | 105 (20%)/£210 (40%) |
| Engine: | 3.5-litre 24v V6 hybrid |
| CO2 Emissions: | 148g/km |
| Power/torque: | 295bhp/234lb ft |
| Economy: | 44.8mpg |
Monthly contract hire (CH) and personal contract hire (PCH) rentals generated by Concept Vehicle Leasing. Based on a 36 month lease at 10,000 miles a year, 3+35 payments.
