Key Features of the 2026 Lexus RX 350

2.4-liter turbocharged engine

The heart of the 2026 Lexus RX 350 is a refined 2.4-liter turbocharged engine engineered to deliver effortless response. With 275 horsepower*, this turbo in-line 4 gives the RX 350 the confident feel shoppers expect from a modern luxury SUV. Acceleration is smooth rather than abrupt, making the vehicle easy to manage in stop-and-go traffic while still feeling ready when a faster lane change or highway merge is needed. Lexus designed the RX line around responsive handling and a smooth ride, and the RX 350 fits that mission well. Front-wheel drive is available for drivers who prefer a traditional, efficient-feeling setup, while available all-wheel drive enhances control when conditions or road surfaces call for added traction. The result is a powertrain that feels refined, quiet, and appropriately strong for a five-seat midsize SUV. It also gives the RX 350 a balanced personality: lively enough to make driving enjoyable, calm enough to preserve the Lexus sense of serenity.

Lexus Interface* with Touchscreen Display

The RX 350 places important technology within easy reach through Lexus Interface* with Touchscreen Display, a multimedia system designed around natural, human-inspired interaction. The standard interface gives drivers a clean central hub for navigation support, audio, phone connectivity, and key vehicle functions. Wireless Apple CarPlay®* Integration and Android Auto™* Compatibility are also standard, helping you connect your compatible smartphone without adding cable clutter to the cabin. Select trims offer a larger 14-inch touchscreen display, creating an even more expansive and easy-to-read command center. This available display is especially useful for drivers who value clear maps, simple media controls, and a more premium digital presentation. Lexus also supports over-the-air enhancement capability for certain display functions, helping the RX feel modern beyond the first drive. Rather than overwhelm the cabin with complicated controls, Lexus Interface* keeps the experience focused, responsive, and intuitive.

Lexus Safety System+ 3.0*

Every 2026 Lexus RX comes standard with Lexus Safety System+ 3.0*, a suite of advanced safety equipment and convenience features* designed to support driver awareness and confidence. This matters in a luxury SUV because safety should not feel like an upgrade reserved only for select configurations. Lexus builds this technology into every RX, helping drivers feel supported whether navigating congested roads, school traffic, office commutes, or long stretches of highway. The system is part of the RX 350 value story because it combines convenience and reassurance in a way that feels integrated with the vehicle. The available Digital Latch with Safe Exit Assist* further reflects Lexus attention to real-world situations by helping support awareness when exiting the vehicle. The RX 350 does not replace attentive driving, but its standard safety foundation can help reduce stress and enhance confidence. For families, professionals, and anyone who values a more composed ownership experience, Lexus Safety System+ 3.0* is a major reason to put this SUV high on the shopping list.

Available all-wheel drive

Available all-wheel drive gives the RX 350 added versatility for drivers who want a stronger feeling of control across changing road conditions. The RX line features intelligent all-wheel drive systems designed to help optimize traction and heighten driver confidence. In North Texas, daily driving can include smooth highways, construction zones, uneven side streets, and sudden downpours, so the added composure of all-wheel drive can be a meaningful advantage. The system is not only about challenging conditions; it can also make the RX feel more settled during acceleration and cornering. This helps the SUV maintain its luxury character, because confidence and refinement work together. If your daily route includes major corridors, neighborhood streets, and occasional weekend travel outside the metro area, available all-wheel drive is worth considering. It preserves the calm Lexus driving experience while adding another layer of capability.

Refined cabin and cargo versatility

The RX 350 cabin is crafted to feel welcoming, modern, and carefully considered. Standard NuLuxe® interior trim gives the cabin a premium look and feel, while heated front seats add everyday comfort. Depending on trim, shoppers can explore heated and ventilated front seats, Lexus memory system, leather-trimmed interior, Thematic Ambient Illumination, semi-aniline leather-trimmed interior, Black Open-Pore Wood trim, Ash Bamboo trim, and a panorama glass roof. The RX also offers nearly 30 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats up, making it practical for luggage, errands, golf bags, work materials, and family gear. A power rear door is standard, adding convenience when loading cargo. This is where the RX 350 feels especially complete: it is elegant enough for a formal evening and functional enough for daily life. The five-seat layout gives passengers room to settle in, while the cargo area keeps the vehicle from feeling limited by its luxury focus.