2005 Lexus RX for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.1 to 12.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.1 to 12.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2005 Lexus RX for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2005 Lexus RX specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.3L 6-cylinder | 3.3L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.1 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 283.5 g/km | 299 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.76 | $19.84 |
2005 Lexus RX: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.3 L | 3.3 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,450 | US$3,625 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,752 | $3,968 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2005 Lexus RX
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 194 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure (36), exterior lighting (34) and steering (31). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11V539000 | 2011-11-09 | engine and engine cooling | TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 AVALON VEHICLES; 2004 AND 2005 CAMRY, CAMRY SOLARA, HIGHLANDER, AND SIENNA VEHICLES, 2006 HIGHLANDER HYBRID; 2004 AND 2005 LEXUS ES330 AND RX330; AND 2006 LEXUS RX400H VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 2004 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2005, EQUIPPED WITH THE 1MZ-FE OR 3MZ-FE... |
| 11V112000 | 2011-02-24 | vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal | TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND MODEL YEAR 2004-2007 LEXUS RX330, RX350, AND RX400H VEHICLES. IF THE FORWARD RETENTION CLIP USED TO SECURE THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, WHICH IS LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE CENTER CONSOLE, IS NOT INSTALLED PROPERLY THE COVER MAY LEAN TOWARD... |
| 10V499000 | 2010-10-21 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder | TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 AVALON, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 LEXUS RX, AND MODEL YEAR 2006 LEXUS GS AND IS VEHICLES. BRAKE FLUID CONTAINING POLYMERS IS USED THAT ACTS AS LUBRICANTS FOR CERTAIN BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS. IF REPLACEMENT BRAKE FLUID IS USED THAT DOES NOT... |
| 06V253000 | 2006-07-13 | vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal | ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY AND HYBRID VEHICLES, THE TWO RETAINING CLIPS FOR THE DRIVER'S SIDE FORWARD CENTER CONSOLE CAN BECOME LOOSE. IF BOTH CLIPS SEPARATE FROM THE FLOOR CARPET COVER, THE COVER MAY LEAN TOWARD THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, CAUSING INTERFERENCE WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ROD. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2005 Lexus RX: before you buy
No 2005 Lexus RX is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. Here is what to know about the 2005 Lexus RX before buying one.
What to check on the RX
Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Owners filed 194 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure, exterior lighting and steering; have those parts checked. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
What the specs mean
The 3.3L 6-cylinder, paired with a 5-speed automatic, drives it. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
By the EPA's combined rating of 12.1 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 36 litres. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $18.76. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,450 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who the RX suits
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Room inside
An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the RX for a week and see how it fits your life. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Drive the RX on your commute before you commit to it.
Picking a year and a trim
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
The cost of driving it
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$3,450 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Over to you
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2005 Lexus RX from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2005 Lexus RX for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2005 Lexus RX
Does CarmaCars sell the 2005 Lexus RX?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2005 Lexus RX before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2005 Lexus RX have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2005 Lexus RX cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,450 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3752.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.