Auto loans: 2018 Lexus RX
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.0 to 11.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.0 to 11.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2018 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2018 Lexus RX specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 7.8 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km | 12.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.0 L/100 km | 10.6 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 187.5 g/km | 248 g/km | 260 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.40 | $16.43 | $17.05 |
2018 Lexus RX: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 30 | 20 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 27 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 30 | 23 | 22 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 36 | 28 | 26 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,800 | US$2,975 | US$3,125 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,480 | $3,286 | $3,410 |
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 2018 Lexus RX
- NHTSA lists 2 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 47 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (10), unknown or other (10) and fuel/propulsion system (9). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V682000 | 2020-11-04 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus... |
| 20V012000 | 2020-01-13 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2018 Lexus RX for buyers
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2018 Lexus RX; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page sets out the 2018 Lexus RX for buyers, in plain words.
Recalls and complaints
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
The figures, translated
The powertrain here is the 3.5L 6-cylinder hybrid with all-wheel drive and an automatic (CVT). It is a hybrid: the battery charges itself as you drive and brake, so there is nothing to plug in. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.
Combined fuel use is 8.0 L/100 km: about 24 litres for 300 km. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $37.20 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,800 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
The RX in everyday use
Being a compact SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well.
Who the RX suits
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
A longer test drive
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Rent the RX for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
The cost of driving it
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $124 at our price setting. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car.
Year and trim
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Want a price?
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
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 2018 Lexus RX from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Lexus RX
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Lexus RX for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Lexus RX
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Lexus RX have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 Lexus RX cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,800 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2480.00.
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.