The Lexus RX400h is a 4-door truck available at your Lexus dealer. The RX400h came in one configurations: Base. The Base configuration is powered by the 3.3-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 24 highway miles and 27 city. The RX400h competes in the Sport Utility market segment, in direct competition with Honda.

Lexus RX400h Engine Specs

The RX400h Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.3 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a N/A 4-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

The fuel system for the 2008 RX400h is a SFI design, using ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 17.20 gallons.

The RX400h uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The truck uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the RX400h Base are 72.60 inches wide by 187.20 inches long. It sits a comfortable 66.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 106.90 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $41,180, with an invoice cost of $36,648. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

The standard warranty period for the RX400h is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sport utility market.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2008 RX400h gets 24 miles/gallon on the highway and only 27 in the city. This is exceptional for a sport utility truck.

We Think...

There are several reasons why the Lexus RX400h Base sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a RX400h.

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