Suv Petrol Automatic 8-speed AWD 5-seat

Lexus RX 350

Price in Pretoria, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Fifth-generation Lexus RX luxury SUV Current version Current fifth-generation South African range with petrol, hybrid, performance-hybrid and plug-in-hybrid choices Body style SUV
RX RX 350 is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid power.
ZAR 1,516,500
On-road in
ZAR 1,543,631
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 1,516,500
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,400
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,700
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,150
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,200
Insurance
ZAR 16,682
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,516,500
Estimated finance from ZAR 26,721/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2400cc (2.4L) Torque:430Nm (317 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:185mm (7.3″) Power:205kW (275 bhp) Boot612L (21.6 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 11.5 km/l (27 mpg)
City 9.3 km/l (22 mpg)
Highway 13.5 km/l (32 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Lexus RX 350 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 26,721
Total Interest
ZAR 388,261
Total Payable
ZAR 1,603,261
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Lexus RX 350

RX RX 350 is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid power.

The Lexus RX 350 is the entry derivative in the South African RX range and is listed at R1 516 500. Output is listed as 205 kW with torque shown as 430 Nm. The RX 350 is strongest for a luxury-SUV buyer who prioritises five-seat comfort, quiet long-distance travel and powertrain choice above maximum off-road ability. This RX 350 suits a luxury-SUV buyer who prioritises five-seat comfort, quiet long-distance travel and powertrain choice above maximum off-road ability who wants the entry point in the range. The Lexus RX 350 is a rational entry choice when its R1 516 500 price, 2.4-litre Petrol SFI, Automatic 8-speed and AWD solve a recurring need. For a buyer searching the RX RX 350 price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. Petrol, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid power describes the opportunity; a Automatic 8-speed transmission and Petrol power describe the conditions around it. The RX RX 350 is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R1,516,500, engine of 2.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol and a power output of 205 kW @ 6000 rpm. The RX RX 350 has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. An active listing describes the opportunity; a South African price reference of R1,516,500 and engine of 2.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol describe the conditions around it for RX RX 350. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for RX RX 350. The useful starting points are Petrol, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid power and a Automatic 8-speed transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for RX RX 350. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for RX RX 350

Lexus RX — Quick Facts

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
RX 350 Base Petrol Efficiency11.5 km/l Automatic 8-speed ZAR 1,516,500
RX 350 F SPORT Flagship Petrol Efficiency11.5 km/l Automatic 8-speed ZAR 1,642,900
RX 500h F SPORT Flagship Hybrid Efficiency15.4 km/l Automatic 6-speed ZAR 1,815,900
RX 450h+ Base Hybrid Efficiency76.9 km/l CVT ZAR 1,717,400
RX 350h Base Hybrid Efficiency18.5 km/l CVT ZAR 1,568,400
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
RX 350 Base Petrol Efficiency11.5 km/l Automatic 8-speed ZAR 1,516,500
RX 350 F SPORT Flagship Petrol Efficiency11.5 km/l Automatic 8-speed ZAR 1,642,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
RX 500h F SPORT Flagship Hybrid Efficiency15.4 km/l Automatic 6-speed ZAR 1,815,900
RX 450h+ Base Hybrid Efficiency76.9 km/l CVT ZAR 1,717,400
RX 350h Base Hybrid Efficiency18.5 km/l CVT ZAR 1,568,400
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Lexus RX Specifications

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RX RX 350 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a Automatic 8-speed transmission

City
Drive the RX RX 350 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Around town, RX RX 350 should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. Try the exact derivative with its normal occupants or equipment for RX RX 350. Look for easy entry, usable storage, predictable braking and a calm response at walking pace for RX RX 350. The relevance of a 8-Speed Automatic transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a Automatic 8-speed transmission is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading for RX RX 350
Highway
Run RX RX 350 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the RX RX 350 out with the load it normally carries. Observe the joining response, overtaking reserve, braking, crosswind behaviour, seat support and cabin noise for RX RX 350. A South African price reference of R1,516,500 gives context, but a number cannot show how engine of 2.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol feels on a gradient for RX RX 350. Plan fuel or charging stops around actual use; the stated consumption reference is a comparison reference, not a promise for every trip for RX RX 350
Off-Road
Practical fit is equally important: boot space 612 litres; ground clearance 185 mm; braked towing 2000 kg. For RX RX 350, the sensible check is the exact awd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath

Lexus RX 350 — Should You Buy It?

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RX RX 350 deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

The buying case for RX RX 350 is specific. Petrol, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid power gives it a reason to be considered, while a Automatic 8-speed transmission and Petrol power set the boundaries. RX RX 350 is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in an active listing and accept the limitation represented by a power output of 205 kW @ 6000 rpm. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for RX RX 350. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for RX RX 350

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid
  • ✓Transmission: Automatic 8-speed
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Trim: base
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R1,516,500
  • ✓Engine: 2.4-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 205 kW @ 6000 rpm
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for RX RX 350 can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for RX RX 350 depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written RX RX 350 quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate RX RX 350 budget.
  • ✕A short RX RX 350 test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕RX RX 350 capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent RX RX 350 grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published RX RX 350 figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm RX RX 350 stock and support terms.

Lexus RX FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Lexus RX 350 is R1,516,500. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises RX 350, RX 500h F SPORT, RX 450h+, RX 350h, RX 350 F SPORT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Lexus RX 350 is 185 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Lexus RX 350 is 2400 cc, with output shown as 205 kW (275 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Lexus RX 350 is around 11.5 km/l.

RX RX 350 makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with a Automatic 8-speed transmission

Drive the RX RX 350 through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Around town, RX RX 350 should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration.

Run RX RX 350 at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the RX RX 350 out with the load it normally carries.

Buyers researching the Lexus RX often compare it with rivals such as Volkswagen Touareg , Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupé , BMW iX2 , Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid , BMW X5 . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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