Model year guide

2012 Lexus RX 450h

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Lexus RX 450h is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 132 on record.

2012 Lexus RX 450h — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2012 Lexus RX 450h at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined29 mpg
Typical price$29,902

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2012 Lexus RX 450h recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Lexus RX 450h.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 13 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2012 Lexus RX 450h MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City31 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,850
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2012 Lexus RX 450h worth?

Low
$26,400
Typical price
$29,902
High
$34,000

From 50 comparable 2012 Lexus RX 450h listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Lexus RX 450h costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,250
Fuel only$14,250
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

About the Lexus RX 450h

The Lexus RX is a luxury crossover SUV sold since 1998 by Lexus, a luxury division of Toyota. Originally released in its home market of Japan in late 1997 as the Toyota Harrier, export sales began in March 1998 as the Lexus RX.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2012 Lexus RX 450h trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · 450h
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 275 hp

2012 Lexus RX 450h vehicles on record

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2012 Lexus RX 450h — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Lexus RX 450h have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2012 Lexus RX 450h. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Lexus RX 450h get?

The 2012 Lexus RX 450h has a U.S. EPA estimate of 29 mpg combined (31 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2012 Lexus RX 450h worth?

Comparable 2012 Lexus RX 450h listings run roughly $26,400–$34,000, typically around $29,902 (from 50 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.