2013 Lexus RX450h Base Sport Utility 4-Door 3.5L

Detailed item info Model OverviewThe 350 and 450h both carry a 3. 5L V6 under the hood. The 350 is rated at 275 horsepower. while the 450h can do a combined 295 horsepower. thanks to the assistance of the hybrid powertrain's electric motor. The 350 uses a conventional 6-speed transmission. but the 450h comes with a continuously variable transmission. The 450h hybrid system includes a 288-volt battery pack that sits under the rear seat. sending power to the front mounted motor-generator that drives the front wheels. In all-wheel drive trims. a second motor-generator drives the rear wheels. Both models also carry an engine-driven generator that functions as a starter and a charger for the battery pack. Lexus boasts a handling system called Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM); it's standard on the 450h and optional on the 350. If the system detects a loss of control. it uses an array of electronic systems--anti-lock brakes. brake assist. traction control. stability control and throttle control to help the RX get back on track. Further safety options include adaptive headlights and a pre-collision system with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control to set the RX's speed in relation to the car ahead. The RX has 10 standard airbags. a rollover sensor to inflate side curtain airbags and active front headrests. Inside. the RX features push-button start. 10-way power seats with memory. steering-wheel mounted controls. Bluetooth connectivity. and the Lexus Premium Audio system. Options include a smog detector. leather seats. rear-seat entertainment system. 15-speaker Mark Levinson surround-sound system. navigation system and back-up camera.