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2015 Lexus RX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2015 Lexus RX is that a 7-inch display and backup camera are standard across the lineup. This is otherwise a light update, with familiar powertrains and a new limited-run RX 350 F Sport Crafted Line edition.
About the 2015 Lexus RX
3rd generation (2010-2015), facelifted design introduced for 2013, final model year before the all-new fourth-generation 2016 RX.
Lexus positions the RX as a luxury crossover that blends sedan-like ride comfort with SUV usefulness. The core appeal is an easy, quiet driving experience, a polished cabin, flexible cargo room, and a strong reputation for quality and comfort rather than sporty handling. In this generation, the RX stands out by making everyday driving simple and relaxed, while also offering two distinct paths: a smooth V6 gas model or a hybrid that keeps the same luxury feel with much better city fuel economy.
The RX 350 remains the comfort-focused core model, powered by a 270-hp V6, while the RX 450h pairs a V6 with a hybrid system producing 295 total horsepower. The RX 350 F Sport adds AWD, firmer suspension tuning, and an eight-speed automatic; the limited Crafted Line builds on it with navigation, driver-assistance features, and a black-and-red leather cabin.
What changed, by category
Tech
A 7-inch Display Audio touchscreen becomes standard across the lineup. The limited RX 350 F Sport Crafted Line also adds built-in navigation with a console-mounted controller and parking assist.
Safety
A backup camera becomes standard on every 2015 RX. The new Crafted Line edition also includes blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
Styling
The limited-run RX 350 F Sport Crafted Line joins the lineup with F Sport exterior details and a two-tone black-and-red leather interior.
2015 Lexus RX specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, Hybrid, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd Seq Shft | Automatic, CVT | Auto, 8-Spd Seq Shft | Auto, 8-Spd Seq Shft |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Hybrid | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 31 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 28 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 270 hp | 270 hp | 270 hp | |
| Torque | 248 lb-ft | 234 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft | 248 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 80.3 cu-ft | 80.3 cu-ft | 80.3 cu-ft | |
| Rear Legroom | 36.8 in | 36.8 in | 36.8 in | |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Video Input | ||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2015 Lexus RX?
The biggest change is that every 2015 Lexus RX has a standard 7-inch display and backup camera. Most of the vehicle otherwise carries over from 2014.
Is the 2015 Lexus RX a redesigned model?
No, the 2015 Lexus RX is not a redesign. It is the final year of the third-generation RX, before the all-new fourth-generation model arrived for 2016.
Was the RX 350 F Sport Crafted Line new for 2015?
Yes, the RX 350 F Sport Crafted Line is a new limited-run edition for 2015. It combines the AWD F Sport model's sportier look with navigation, parking assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and a black-and-red leather interior.
Did the 2015 Lexus RX get different engines?
No, the 2015 RX keeps the previous year's powertrains. The RX 350 uses a 270-hp 3.5-liter V6, while the RX 450h uses a V6-based hybrid system with 295 total horsepower.
Is a backup camera standard on every 2015 Lexus RX?
Yes, a backup camera is standard across the entire 2015 Lexus RX lineup, including the RX 350, RX 350 F Sport, and RX 450h.
2015 Lexus RX Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Lexus RX.
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Sources
- lexus.com — Models / 2015 / Lexus RX Brochure
- pressroom.lexus.com — Lexus 2015 Rx350 Convenience Comes Standard
- pressroom.lexus.com — Lexus 2015 Rx 450H New Standard Display Audio
- pressroom.lexus.com — Lexus Crafted Line Debut 2014 Pebble Beach Concours Delegance
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2014 Lexus Rx 350 Luxury Crossover
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2014 Lexus Rx 450H Revolutionized Luxury Utility Vehicle
- pressroom.lexus.com — Lexus 2016 Rx Redefines Segment Extended