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2023-2026 Lexus RX MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 24–36 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 1 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2023-2026 Lexus RX at a glance
The 2023-2026 Lexus RX covers 4 model years in the EPA database (17 configurations in all), rated 24–36 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2026, costs about $2,230 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the 350h 2.5L 4-cyl AWD (36 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
2023-2026 Lexus RX by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–36 MPG | $2,230–$3,380 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 24–36 MPG | $1,520–$3,380 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–36 MPG | $2,230–$3,390 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas, Hybrid | 24–36 MPG | $2,230–$3,390 | First year |
What the 2026 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$270
$3,240 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.40
Per 100 miles
$21.60
Five years
$16,200
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$990more a year
Class median $2,250 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 Lexus RX MPG
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 36 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,230.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,240 |
| 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,380 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 37 | 34 | 36 | $2,230 |
| 500h | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 28 | 27 | $2,930 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2025 Lexus RX MPG
24–36 MPG · $1,520–$3,380/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration stays at 36 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,230.
On electricity 83 MPGe, with 37 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,240 |
| 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,380 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 37 | 34 | 36 | $2,230 |
| 500h | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 28 | 27 | $2,930 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 450h Plus (Most efficient) | AWD | 35 | 83 | 37 mi | $1,520 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 65% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2024 Lexus RX MPG
24–36 MPG · $2,230–$3,390/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration stays at 36 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,230.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,230 |
| 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,390 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 37 | 34 | 36 | $2,230 |
| 500h | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 28 | 27 | $2,930 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2023 Lexus RX MPG
24–36 MPG · $2,230–$3,390/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,230 |
| 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,390 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350h (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 37 | 34 | 36 | $2,230 |
| 500h | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 28 | 27 | $2,980 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,860 in California and $2,810 in Texas, a $1,050 difference.
- California $3,860
- Washington $3,630
- New York $3,200
- Florida $2,960
- Texas $2,810
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2026 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2000-2003 (XU10)
- 2004-2009 (XU30)
- 2010-2015 (AL10)
- 2016-2022 (AL20)
- 2023-2026 (AL30)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2023-2026 Lexus RX get?
EPA rates the 2023-2026 Lexus RX at 24–36 MPG combined across 17 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2026 350h 2.5L 4-cyl AWD, is rated 36 MPG (37 city, 34 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 24–25 MPG; Hybrid: 27–36 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 35 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2023-2026 Lexus RX?
Every model year of the 2023-2026 Lexus RX tops out at 36 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2023-2026 Lexus RX?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
How does the 2023-2026 Lexus RX compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2016-2022 Lexus RX) is rated 21–30 MPG combined and costs $2,650–$3,080 a year to fuel; the 2023-2026 model is rated 24–36 MPG and costs $1,520–$3,390 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Lexus RX per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,240 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $2,230–$3,380 a year. That is a $1,150 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2026 Lexus RX 100 miles?
About $21.60 per 100 miles for the 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $14.87 and $22.53 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2026 Lexus RX compare with other small SUV configurations?
The 350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,240 a year to fuel, $990 more than the class median of $2,250, and less than 1 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 296 rated small SUV configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2026 Lexus RX hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (350h 2.5L 4-cyl AWD) is rated 36 MPG against 25 MPG for the best gas version (350 2.4L 4-cyl turbo FWD), 11 MPG more. At premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $2,230 versus $3,240 a year, a saving of $1,010.
Is the 2026 Lexus RX different from the 2025 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 36 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,230. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2026 against 5 configurations for 2025. See the 2025 Lexus RX for that year.