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| 2012 Lexus RX 450h |
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Price: $11,995 |
Last Updated 5 hours ago
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| Year: |
2012 |
| Make: |
Lexus |
| Model: |
RX 450h |
| Trim: |
N\A |
| Engine: |
V6
V6 3.5L Natural Aspiration |
| Fuel: |
Gas/Electric Hybrid |
| Color: |
Gold |
| Miles: |
128786 |
| Stock #: |
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| MPG: |
30 city / 28 hwy |
| Body Style: |
SUV |
| Condition: |
Used |
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Vehicle Description
Ah, the 2012 Lexus RX 450h—a vehicle that, in many ways, represents the very essence of intelligent motoring. It is, if you will, the automotive equivalent of a well-tailored cashmere coat. Not ostentatious, not brash, but quietly sophisticated and meticulously engineered to make every journey as effortless as possible.
Now, this isn’t just any SUV. It’s a Lexus, which means it was built with the sort of obsessive attention to detail that one might expect from a team of perfectionists who refuse to accept anything less than excellence. The RX 450h is a hybrid, blending a 3.5-liter V6 engine with an electric motor to produce a combined 295 horsepower. What this means in the real world is that you get all the performance and refinement of a traditional luxury SUV, but with remarkable efficiency. You see, while others are guzzling fuel at an alarming rate, the RX 450h simply glides along, making the most of every drop of petrol with the sort of mechanical sympathy that is, frankly, rather admirable.
And then there’s the way it drives. It is, in a word, serene. The CVT transmission ensures that power delivery is smooth and effortless, while the hybrid system allows you to waft along in near silence when running on electric power alone. This, combined with Lexus’ famous attention to ride quality, results in a driving experience that is best described as, well, calming. It insulates you from the chaos of the outside world in the most delightful manner—like a mobile Zen garden.
Inside, the RX 450h is, quite simply, a lovely place to be. The leather upholstery is exquisitely stitched, the seats are both heated and ventilated for year-round comfort, and the dashboard is a masterclass in ergonomic design. The infotainment system, complete with a clever mouse-like controller, is intuitive and precise, and every button and dial feels reassuringly solid—because, of course, this is a Lexus, and things do not simply fall apart.
Now, I could talk about the practicality, the generous cargo space, or the meticulous safety features, but the real reason to own an RX 450h is peace of mind. Lexus has built a reputation for bulletproof reliability, and this car is no exception. It will, quite simply, go on forever, requiring little more than routine servicing to keep it in perfect working order. And because it's a Lexus hybrid, it holds its value remarkably well, which makes it not just a car, but a rather sensible investment.
So, why should you buy the 2012 Lexus RX 450h? Because it is, in many ways, the perfect choice. It is quiet, refined, efficient, and built to last. It does everything you could possibly want from a luxury SUV, but with an added layer of intelligence and sophistication. It is, in short, a brilliant piece of engineering.
Price excludes $399 processing fees |
Vehicle Options
Door Handle Color - Chrome, Front Bumper Color - Body-Color, Mirror Color - Body-Color, Rear Bumper Color - Body-Color, Rear Spoiler Color - Body-Color, Window Trim - Chrome, Rear Spoiler - Roofline, Bumper Detail - Rear Protector, Rear Trunk/Liftgate - Liftgate, Steering Ratio - 14.8, Turns Lock-To-Lock - 2.8, Air Filtration, Floor Mat Material - Carpet, Floor Mats - Front, Front Air Conditioning - Automatic Climate Control, Front Air Conditioning Zones - Dual, Shift Knob Trim - Leather, Steering Wheel Trim - Leather, Floor Mats - Rear, Armrests - Rear Folding, Rear Vents - Second Row, Armrests - Rear Center With Cupholders, Assist Handle - Front, Assist Handle - Rear, Cargo Cover - Retractable, Center Console - Front Console With Armrest And Storage, Cupholders - Front, Cupholders - Rear, Easy Entry - Power Driver Seat, Multi-Function Remote - Proximity Entry System, Power Steering, Steering Wheel - Power Tilt And Telescopic, Steering Wheel Mounted Controls - Audio, Storage - Accessory Hook, Storage - Door Pockets, Storage - Front Seatback, Tool Kit, Power Outlet(S) - 12v Cargo Area, Power Outlet(S) - Two 12v Front, Universal Remote Transmitter - Homelink - Garage Door Opener, Vanity Mirrors - Dual Illuminating, Multi-Function Remote - Panic Alarm, Cargo Area Light, Courtesy Lights - Door, Footwell Lights, Push-Button Start, Reading Lights - Front, Reading Lights - Rear, One-Touch Windows - 4, Rearview Mirror - Auto-Dimming, 4wd Type - On Demand, Abs - 4-Wheel, Braking Assist, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Front Brake Diameter - 12.9, Front Suspension Classification - Independent, Rear Brake Diameter - 12.2, Rear Suspension Classification - Independent, Rear Suspension Type - Multi-Link, Regenerative Braking System, Stability Control, Traction Control, Front Shock Type - Gas, Front Spring Type - Coil, Front Suspension Type - Lower Control Arms, Rear Shock Type - Gas, Rear Spring Type - Coil, Front Struts - Macpherson, Front Brake Type - Ventilated Disc, Rear Brake Type - Disc, Electric Motor Battery Type - Nickel-Metal Hydride, Electric Motor Hp - 165, Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts) - 123, Electric Motor Torque - 247, Hybrid Gas Engine Hp@rpm - 6000, Hybrid Gas Engine Torque@rpm - 4800, Starter Type - Motor/Generator, Hybrid Gas Engine Hp - 245, Hybrid Gas Engine Torque - 234, Auto Start/Stop, Antenna Type - Diversity, Compass, In-Dash Cd - 6 Disc, Radio - Am/Fm, Satellite Radio - Siriusxm, Wireless Data Link - Bluetooth, Total Speakers - 9, Infotainment - Enform, Warnings And Reminders - Maintenance Due, Infotainment Screen Size - 7 In., Hands-Free Phone Call Integration, Daytime Running Lights, Front Fog Lights, Headlights - Auto Delay Off, Headlights - Auto On/Off, Taillights - Led, Exterior Entry Lights - Approach Lamps, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Wheel Spokes - 5, Spare Tire Mount Location - Inside, Spare Tire Size - Temporary, Spare Wheel Type - Steel, Wheels - Aluminum Alloy, Front Wipers - Variable Intermittent, Rear Privacy Glass, Rear Wiper - Intermittent, Power Windows - Remotely Operated, Power Windows - Safety Reverse, Liftgate Window - Fixed, Laminated Glass - Infrared-Reflecting Windshield, Active Head Restraints - Dual Front, Child Seat Anchors - Latch System, First Aid Kit, Front Airbags - Dual, Knee Airbags - Dual Front, Safety Brake Pedal System, Side Airbags - Front, Side Curtain Airbags - Front, Anti-Theft System - Alarm, Side Curtain Airbags - Rear, Airbag Deactivation - Occupant Sensing Passenger, Power Door Locks - Anti-Lockout, Side Mirrors - Heated, Side Mirrors - Integrated Turn Signals, Child Safety Door Locks, Side Airbags - Rear, Anti-Theft System - Vehicle Immobilizer, Front Seat Type - Bucket, Front Seatbelts - 3-Point, Seatbelt Force Limiters - Front, Seatbelt Pretensioners - Front, Upholstery - Cloth, Driver Seat Power Adjustments - 10, Driver Seat Power Adjustments - Lumbar, Front Headrests - 2, Front Headrests - Adjustable, Passenger Seat Power Adjustments - 10, Passen |
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