Does the 2021 Lexus RX need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the 350 FWD.
- Regular: 7 of 14 trims. Premium: 7 of 14 trims.
- Premium by choice: $313 more a year.
- 50% of 134 SUVs (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 FWD | 3.5L | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| RX 450h AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| 350L FWD | 3.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| 350 F Sport FWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 22 to 23 | N/A | N/A |
| RX 350 F SPORT Appearance FWD | 3.5L | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| 350 F Sport AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| RX 350 F SPORT Appearance AWD | 3.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| 350 F Sport Handling FWD | 3.5L | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| RX 450h F SPORT Appearance AWD | 3.5L | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| RX 450hL AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| RX 450h F SPORT SUV 4D AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| RX 450h F SPORT Handling AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| 350L Luxury FWD | 3.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| RX 450hL Luxury AWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Lexus RX | 350 FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Toyota RAV4 | LE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 BMW X5 | sDrive40i RWD | Premium |
| 2021 Acura RDX | FWD | Premium |
| 2021 Toyota Highlander | L FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L | Limited 4x2 | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree