2013 Lexus RX 450h MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 2013 Lexus RX 450h gets an EPA-estimated 31/28 MPG (city/highway) and 29 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,600/year fuel cost and 301 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 3.5 L 6-cyl.
The 2013 Lexus RX 450h with the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 31 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway, for a combined 29 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 3.5 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S6) |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| MPG — city | 31 |
| MPG — highway | 28 |
| MPG — combined | 29 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,600 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 301 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 8/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 29 MPG, the 2013 Lexus RX 450h sits in the good range for fuel economy. That is roughly 18% thirstier than the typical Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD of its era (35 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,600 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2013 Lexus RX 450h. Over five years that is roughly $13,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2013 Lexus RX 450h emits approximately 301 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 8 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.