Car financing: 2008 Lexus RX
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.4 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. 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
- 9.4 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2008 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.
2008 Lexus RX specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.3L 6-cylinder hybrid | 3.3L 6-cylinder hybrid | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | Front-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 | 9.0 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 221 g/km | 221 g/km | 276 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.57 | $14.57 | $20.65 | $21.70 |
2008 Lexus RX: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.3 L | 3.3 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 26 | 27 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 25 | 25 | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 30 | 30 | 24 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,300 | US$3,300 | US$4,100 | US$4,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,914 | $2,914 | $4,130 | $4,340 |
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 2008 Lexus RX
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign 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 vehicle speed control (38), unknown or other (35) and structure (34). 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... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car financing: the 2008 Lexus RX
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2008 Lexus RX for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page puts the 2008 Lexus RX in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the RX
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
The figures, translated
The powertrain here is the 3.3L 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.
Plan on about 28 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 9.4 L/100 km. Every 100 km costs about $14.57 in fuel at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
A good match for
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Space and size
Its SUV body gives a high seating position and an easy load height.
Rent it for a week first
Drive the RX on your commute before you commit to it. Rent the RX for a week and see how it fits your life. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Choosing the right one
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$3,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $14.57 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
One more step
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 2008 Lexus RX from us first.
Ask us about the 2008 Lexus RX
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Lexus RX for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Lexus RX
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 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 2008 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 2008 Lexus RX have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2008 Lexus RX cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2914.00.
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.