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title: "In the Driveway: 2016 Lexus RX 450h"
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published: "2016-09-14T22:15:36+00:00"
modified: "2024-01-17T20:18:17+00:00"
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# In the Driveway: 2016 Lexus RX 450h

By Tim Esterdahl

Published: 2016-09-14T22:15:36+00:00
Updated: 2024-01-17T20:18:17+00:00

![Featured image](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/IMG_6413.jpg>)

![img\_6413](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/IMG_6413.jpg>)This week I’ll be testing out the all-new 2016 Lexus RX 450h. I’ve had plenty of experience with the prior generation and attended a launch event on this new model. I’ll be curious to see how much the styling grows on me as well as the many improved powertrain and other features.

 

![img\_6416](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/IMG_6416.jpg>)My test model is priced at $64610 with a $940 destination fee. It is pretty loaded with $10,035 in options.

 

![img\_6415](<https://pickuptrucktalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/IMG_6415.jpg>)

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