Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 11 recorded runs

Lexus RX 450h 0–60 Times

The Lexus RX 450h 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 11 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Lexus RX 450h is the 2024 Lexus RX 450h + Luxury, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.40 seconds at 97.1 mph, according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested Lexus RX 450h is the 2024 Lexus RX 450h + Luxury (EV Mode), which took 10.6 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.70 seconds at 74.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

Out of all the Lexus RX 450h tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.01 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.30 seconds at 92.85 mph.

Fastest 0–60 5.8sec 2024 + Luxury

Average 0–60 7.01sec Across 11 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 15.30sec @ 92.9 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 10.6sec 2024 + Luxury

Across 11 verified runs, the Lexus RX 450h ranges from 5.8 to 10.6 seconds 0–60, with a 7.01-second average.

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Lexus RX 450h 0–60 times by model year

11 tests · 5 years

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Model Year 5

2024

Lexus RX 450h · 4 verified runs

Avg 0–60 7.10 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.30 sec

Recorded Tests 4

#01

2024 Lexus RX 450h + Luxury

5.8sec 0–60

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14.40s ¼ mi @ 97.1 mph

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0–60 mph: 5.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.40 sec
Trap Speed: 97.1 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 36 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Plug in hybrid
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #1 of 11

#02

2024 Lexus RX 450h + Luxury

6.0sec 0–60

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14.60s ¼ mi @ 95.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.60 sec
Trap Speed: 95.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 36 C / 33 H / 27 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Plug in hybrid
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #2 of 11

#03

2024 Lexus RX 450h + Luxury

6.0sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

14.50s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.50 sec
Trap Speed: 97.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 36 C / 33 H / 31.8 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Plug in hybrid
Test Source: Motor Week
Overall Rank: #3 of 11

#11

2024 Lexus RX 450h + Luxury (EV Mode)

10.6sec 0–60

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17.70s ¼ mi @ 74.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 10.60 sec
¼ Mile ET: 17.70 sec
Trap Speed: 74.0 mph
Engine: 2.5L I-4 + Elec 18.1-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 36 C / 33 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Plug in hybrid
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #11 of 11

2018

Lexus RX 450h · 1 verified run

Avg 0–60 7.40 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.70 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#10

2018 Lexus RX 450h L Hybrid

7.4sec 0–60

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15.70s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.70 sec
Trap Speed: 94.0 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 29 C / 28 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Hybrid
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #10 of 11

2016

Lexus RX 450h · 2 verified runs

Avg 0–60 7.05 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.35 sec

Recorded Tests 2

#07

2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid

7.0sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.30s ¼ mi @ 94.3 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.00 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.30 sec
Trap Speed: 94.3 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 30 C / 28 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Hybrid
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #7 of 11

#08

2016 Lexus RX 450h F Sport Hybrid

7.1sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.40s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.40 sec
Trap Speed: 94.0 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 30 C / 28 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Hybrid
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #8 of 11

2013

Lexus RX 450h · 1 verified run

Avg 0–60 6.80 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.20 sec

Recorded Tests 1

#05

2013 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid

6.8sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

15.20s ¼ mi @ 95.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.80 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.20 sec
Trap Speed: 95.0 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 30 C / 28 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Hybrid
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #5 of 11

2010

Lexus RX 450h · 3 verified runs

Avg 0–60 6.80 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.17 sec

Recorded Tests 3

#04

2010 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid

6.4sec 0–60

0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph

14.80s ¼ mi @ 94.4 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.40 sec
¼ Mile ET: 14.80 sec
Trap Speed: 94.4 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 30 C / 28 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Hybrid
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #4 of 11

#06

2010 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid

6.9sec 0–60

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15.20s ¼ mi @ 92.6 mph

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0–60 mph: 6.90 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.20 sec
Trap Speed: 92.6 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 30 C / 28 H
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Hybrid
Test Source: Motor Trend
Overall Rank: #6 of 11

#09

2010 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid

7.1sec 0–60

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15.50s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph

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0–60 mph: 7.10 sec
¼ Mile ET: 15.50 sec
Trap Speed: 94.0 mph
Engine: 3.5L V6 + Elec 1.9-kWh
Drivetrain: AWD
Transmission: CVT
MPG EPA: 30 C / 28 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Body Type: Crossover
Powertrain: Hybrid
Test Source: Car and Driver
Overall Rank: #9 of 11

How we verify Lexus RX 450h performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Lexus RX 450h trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Lexus RX 450h 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster

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Lexus RX 450h performance FAQs

6 questions

The quickest Lexus RX 450h on record is the 2024 Lexus RX 450h + Luxury, which runs 0–60 mph in 5.8 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 14.40 seconds at 97.1 mph.

The slowest recorded Lexus RX 450h is the 2024 Lexus RX 450h + Luxury (EV Mode), which takes 10.6 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 17.70 seconds in the quarter.

Averaged across all 11 verified runs, a Lexus RX 450h reaches 60 mph in 7.01 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 15.30 seconds at roughly 92.9 mph.

We have verified test data for 5 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.

Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.

0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver

Motor Trend

Motor Week

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Lexus RX 450h can do, not a single marketing claim.

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