2006 Lexus RX for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.7 to 12.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 6 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.7 to 12.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 6
For sale
We do not have a 2006 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.
2006 Lexus RX specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.3L 6-cylinder hybrid | 3.3L 6-cylinder hybrid | 3.3L 6-cylinder | 3.3L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | Automatic (CVT) | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Hybrid (gas) | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km | 12.1 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 205 g/km | 212 g/km | 283.5 g/km | 299 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.49 | $13.95 | $21.18 | $22.40 |
2006 Lexus RX: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.3 L | 3.3 L | 3.3 L | 3.3 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 28 | 27 | 17 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 | 25 | 23 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 27 | 26 | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 32 | 31 | 24 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,500 | US$2,600 | US$4,225 | US$4,450 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,698 | $2,790 | $4,236 | $4,480 |
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 2006 Lexus RX
- NHTSA lists 6 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 253 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (60), electrical system (42) and structure (35). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13V396000 | 2013-09-04 | hybrid propulsion system: inverter | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid vehicles manufactured February 16, 2005, through July 29, 2010; and model year 2006-2008 Lexus RX400h vehicles manufactured February 23, 2005, through December 2, 2008. The Intelligent Power Module (IPM) inside the inverter module may contain... |
| 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... |
| 11V342000 | 2011-06-29 | electrical system | TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2007 HIGHLANDER HYBRID AND LEXUS RX400H PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 16, 2005, THROUGH AUGUST 30, 2006. A MODULE INSIDE THE INVERTER MODULE MAY CONTAIN INADEQUATELY SOLDERED TRANSISTORS THAT DURING HIGH-LOAD DRIVING, MAY BE DAMAGED BY HEAT CAUSED BY THE LARGE... |
| 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 2006 Lexus RX for buyers
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2006 Lexus RX; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. This page sets out the 2006 Lexus RX for buyers, in plain words.
What to check on the RX
NHTSA has 253 owner complaints on file, mostly about service brakes, electrical system and structure. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
What the specs mean
The 3.3L 6-cylinder hybrid is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
The combined figure, 8.7 L/100 km, means roughly 26 litres for 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $13.49. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,500 a year for 15,000 miles.
Best uses
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits winter trips and weekends with more gear than people.
Size and space
An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length.
A longer test drive
A test week in the RX tells you more than any review. Drive the RX on your commute before you commit to it. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Choosing the right one
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$2,500 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $134.90 at our price setting. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $13.49 in fuel.
When you know your dates
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
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 2006 Lexus RX from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2006 Lexus RX for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2006 Lexus RX
Does CarmaCars sell the 2006 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 2006 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 2006 Lexus RX have recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2006 Lexus RX cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,500 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2698.00.
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.