2023 Lexus RX towing capacity
Max tow rating
3,500lb
- RX 350h AWD, 2.5L 4cyl.
- Base trim: 3,494 lb.
- Rank 86 of 151 SUVs (2023).
Trailer check
Yes. 2,800 lb is within 80% of the rating.
- Tow rating
- 3,500 lb
- 80% rule
- Up to 2,800 lb
- Margin
- 700 lb (20%)
- Hitch class needed
- II, up to 3,500 lb
- Share of curb weight
- 63% of 4,455 lb
Within the 85% curb weight guideline.
Expect 20-40% lower mpg when towing: 22-29 mpg.
What it can pull
Rule: keep the trailer at 80% of the rating or less.
- Max tow rating
- 3,500 lb
- 80% of the rating
- 2,800 lb
- Hitch class at max
- II, up to 3,500 lb
| Trailer | Loaded weight | Fits |
|---|---|---|
| Teardrop camper | 1,000 to 2,500 lb | Yes |
| Utility trailer | 1,000 to 3,000 lb | Some, up to 2,800 lb |
| Pop-up camper | 1,500 to 3,000 lb | Some, up to 2,800 lb |
| Boat on a trailer | 2,000 to 6,000 lb | Some, up to 2,800 lb |
| Small travel trailer | 3,000 to 5,000 lb | No |
| Mid-size travel trailer | 5,000 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Car on a car hauler | 5,500 to 7,500 lb | No |
| Large travel trailer | 7,500 to 10,000 lb | No |
| Fifth wheel | 10,000 to 16,000 lb | No |
Trailer weights are typical loaded weights.
Tow rating by trim
Cheapest at 3,500 lb: RX 350h AWD, $49,400.
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Tow rating | Curb weight | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 350h AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,455 lb | $49,400 |
| Hybrid 350h AWD | N/A | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,455 lb | $49,400 |
| RX 350h Premium AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,455 lb | $51,400 |
| Hybrid 350h Premium AWD | N/A | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,455 lb | $51,400 |
| RX 350h Luxury AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,455 lb | $57,400 |
| Hybrid 350h Luxury AWD | N/A | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,455 lb | $57,400 |
| RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,750 lb | $62,000 |
| Hybrid 500h F Sport Performance AWD | N/A | AWD | 3,500 lb | 4,455 lb | $62,000 |
| 350 FWD | 2.4L | FWD | 3,494 lb | 4,067 lb to 4,751 lb | $47,800 |
| 350 Premium FWD | 2.4L | FWD | 3,494 lb | 4,067 lb to 4,751 lb | $49,800 |
| RX 350 Premium Plus FWD | 2.4L | FWD | 3,494 lb | 4,067 lb to 4,751 lb | $52,400 |
| RX 350 Premium Plus AWD | 2.4L | AWD | 3,494 lb | 4,287 lb | $54,000 |
| RX 350h Premium Plus AWD | 2.5L | AWD | 3,494 lb | 4,310 lb | $54,000 |
| 350 Luxury FWD | 2.4L | FWD | 3,494 lb | 4,067 lb to 4,751 lb | $55,800 |
| 350 AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 3,494 lb to 3,500 lb | 4,310 lb | $49,400 |
| 350 Premium AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 3,494 lb to 3,500 lb | 4,310 lb | $51,400 |
| 350 F Sport Handling AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 3,494 lb to 3,500 lb | 4,310 lb | $57,000 |
| 350 Luxury AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | AWD | 3,494 lb to 3,500 lb | 4,310 lb | $57,400 |
Max rating by year
Same max rating from 2009 to 2026: 3,500 lb.
Rivals: max tow rating
| Model | Max tow rating | Cheapest trim at max | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X5 | 7,200 lb | sDrive40i RWD | $61,600 |
| Acura MDX | 5,000 lb | SH-AWD | $51,750 |
| Toyota Highlander | 5,000 lb | L FWD | $36,620 |
| Jaguar E PACE | 3,968 lb | P250 SE AWD | $48,000 |
| Lexus RX (this car) | 3,500 lb | RX 350h AWD | $49,400 |
| Toyota RAV4 | 3,500 lb | Adventure AWD | $34,470 |
| Acura RDX | 1,500 lb | FWD | $41,750 |
Lists by trailer weight
Other models rated for these weights.
- What can tow 1,500 lb? 173 models (2026)
- What can tow 2,000 lb? 155 models (2026)
- What can tow 3,500 lb? 135 models (2026)
What this cannot tell you
Ratings need the right hitch and tow package.
Passengers and cargo count against the payload.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
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