2008 Lexus RX 350 for sale – At the time when the Lexus Rx series was introduced, it was perfect timing to meet the needs of its wealthy consumers’ increasing demands for SUVs that were easy to drive in rough areas. The very first luxury crossover SUV which is the RX 300 quickly became a world brand’s best-selling luxury sedan. It won the hearts of many shoppers because of its easy-going personality, smooth-running engine, upscale cabin, virtually silent powertrain, and outstanding build quality.
Then the Lexus RX 350 came towards the end of the second generation models and it remains a strong competitor in its class. Although, in the handling department, the rivals of the 2098 Lexus RX are better off for buyers that are seeking comfort and serenity in large amount can get satisfaction from it.
Just like other luxury SUVs, the 2008 Lexus Rx 350 is built on a car chassis and in this case is the 2002-’06 Toyota Camry platform. These origins are what provided an immediate clue to the personality of the Lexus 359 RX. It is a serene but forgiving highway cruiser that is not much of an athlete even with the sport-utility standards. This current generation of Lexus models feels a touch sportier than the original with much thanks to the availability of an adaptive air suspension and its 18-inch wheels.
In total, the 2008 Lexus RX 350 depicts an excellent example of what a luxury crossover utility vehicle should be.
2008 Lexus RX 350 Features
The 2008 Lexus RX 350 comes in a single trim that is either with a front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The Standard features of the Lexus RX 359 include;
- An eight-speaker stereo which includes an in-dash CD changer.
- Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls.
- A power rear lift-gate.
- 17-inch alloy wheels.
- Dual-zone automatic climate control.
- Auto-dimming mirrors all around.
- Four one-touch power windows
- Second row seats that recline and decline.
- 10-way power front seats.
- Wood interior trim.
- The Premium Package features include;
- Sunroof and a roof rack.
- A power tilt/telescoping wheel.
- A rear-view camera.
- Navigation system.
- A stunning Mark Levinson audio system.
- Rear-seat DVD entertainment system with wireless headphones.
- An adaptive air suspension.
- 18-inch wheels.
2008 Lexus RX 350 Engine & Fuel Economy
The 2008 Lexus RX 350 is equipped with a 3.5-litre V6 engine, rated at 270 horsepower and 251 pound-feet of torque power. A five-speed automatic transmission is standard on this model and buyers can choose from either the front-wheel-drive or all-wheel drive.
On the front-wheel drive, Lexus claims a 0 mph to 60 mph speed time of 7.3 seconds and the all-wheel drive has a speed time of 7.4 seconds.
Due to EPA testing procedures, the estimated fuel economy is down this year but is still quite efficient for an SUV that is as powerful as that. The fuel economy is rated at 18 mpg city-run and 23 mpg highway run for the front-wheel drive and 17 city run, 22 highway run for the All-wheel drive version.
2008 Lexus RX 350 Safety
The key safety feature of the 2008 Lexus Rx 350 include;
- Child seat anchors.
- Auto delay off headlamps.
- Front and rear head airbags.
- Dusk sensing lamps.
- Engine Immobilizer.
- Two front headrests.
- Three rear headrests.
- Daytime running lights.
- Electronic brake forces distribution.
- Dual front side mounted airbags.
- Traction control.
- 4 wheel ABS.
- Emergency braking assist.
- Tire pressuring Monitoring.
- Stability control.
2008 Lexus RX 350 Interior
Merely looking at the 2008 model of the Lexus RX 350 interior, one would never know that it is an entry-level luxury SUV. The cabin has real wood and leather trim on the console; door panels and steering wheel are standard which makes for a rich ambience. The interior of the car produces nothing but luxury and an expensive prestige-brand SUV vibe when it comes to technology.
The second row seat reclines and slides and can be split into 40/20/40 to optimize both passenger comfort and more cargo space. The cargo capacity can increase to 85 cubes when the seat is down. The standard power lift-gate makes life easier when the Lexus RX 350 is used as a cargo car.
Interior colours include Black w/Leather seat trim (Black), Ivory w/Leather seat trim (Beige), Light Grey (Black wood) w/Leather Seat Trim (Grey), and Light Grey w/Leather seat trim (Grey).
2008 Lexus RX 350 Exterior
The exterior dimensions of the 2008 Lexus RX 350 in inches include;
- Wheelbase -106.9 inches.
- Length – 186.2 inches.
- Height – 66.1 inches.
- Width (excluding mirrors) – 72.6 inches.
The exterior colour options available are in Breakwater Blue Metallic, Flint Mica, Bamboo Pearl, Copper Brown Mica, Brandy Wine Mica, Desert Sage Metallic, Crystal White Pearl, Millennium Silver Metallic, Savannah Metallic, and Black.
2008 Lexus RX 350 Price
| MODEL | PRICE |
| 2008 Lexus RX 350 4DR SUV | N4.5 Million Naira |
| 2008 Lexus RX 350 4DR SUV AWD | N5.2 Million Naira |
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