2000 Lexus RX Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000
IIHS Crash Test
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MPG (up to)
18 -19 City / 22 -24 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
220
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Donna G
It is safe and comfortable with leather seats and a trunk
I like everything about my car. It drives smoothly and is comfortable.
accountCircle Karen L
Has coach leather interior.
Terrible turning radius but otherwise a luxury car with great amenities. Smoothest ride quiet no street noise -comfortable seats posh leather overstuffed - all wheel drive sunroof superior sound system. Custom color paint high quality- perfect size easy to park and handle. All around perfect design gas mileage inferior by today’s standards. Want to own car until. It falls completely apart.
accountCircle Linda K
It is been a great car. Never have to worry.
My car has been extremely reliable over the years. Aside from routine maintenance it is been a dream. I like sitting up high. Will never buy a regular car again. The air conditioner gets cool very quickly. Even in southern California I use the seat warmers occasionally. I like opening the moon roof on cool summer evenings.
accountCircle Judy M
Very reliable and comfortable.
Easy to get in and out of, reliable, comfortable seats, the leather is good.... Dislike - cost of parts for repairs.
accountCircle Denise S
Comfortable and luxurious.
My car is a luxury vehicle with comfort, and reliability and performs like a champ. I have had very few problems with it and would recommend this car to anyone. The seats are so lush, the steering capability is smooth, and I feel very safe in this car.
accountCircle Young K
Easy on gas 4WD is great The truck space is great for shopping.
Drive smooth, great for the snow and very roomy. I love everything about my SUV. The radio could be better. The maintenance is a little expensive. For the most part keep premium gas and routine maintenance it runs great. I have had this car for the last 15yrs
accountCircle Scott I
Stands test of time, stylish reliable elite transportation for you and your family!
Has 300,000 miles and still rides smooth. Interior held up well and dashboard display continues to look modern all these years later.
accountCircle Arezou Z
Safe reliable comfortable and stylish all rolled into 1
I love my lexus. It is the safest and most reliable car I have had. It is comfortable and stylish at the same time.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Silvia M
Main problem with my 2000 Lexus rx300 has been the transmission.
I have had my car for 9 years and it is given me some trouble. Especially with the transmission. I had to buy a new one a couple years ago and ever since then the truck has never been the same. It makes a really bad movement when I put it on reverse every single time. Some way worse than others. It also shakes when I am driving it sometimes worse than others. That has been the main problem with this car. And I have had it checked lots of times for these problems but different mechanics keep saying that it is fine and maybe it is just the gas that I am using. Other than that it is been fine.
accountCircle Scott L
Great vehicle for the long run.
Vehicle rides well - I wish it was newer and nicer paint. However, the vehicle is very reliable, is smooth to drive and ride in and inexpensive to maintain. The Lexus rx300 AWD is a great vehicle for a small family. It drives like a minivan but has much more panache. The Lexus brand is highly regarded and holds its resale value very well.

Lexus RX Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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4dr SUV
220 HP 22-22 MPG 5 Seats
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4dr SUV 4WD
220 HP 20-20 MPG 5 Seats
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2000 Lexus RX Owner Reviews

4.50
36 Reviews
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5 stars 56%
4 stars 39%
3 stars 6%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Fairchild M on June 21, 2021
It is a roomy vehicle and comfortable.
Great vehicle, style, comfort and driving. The only downfall is that I have had an oil problem on the car which still has not been fixed by the dealer.
accountCircle Scott L on March 10, 2021
Great vehicle for the long run.
Vehicle rides well - I wish it was newer and nicer paint. However, the vehicle is very reliable, is smooth to drive and ride in and inexpensive to maintain. The Lexus rx300 AWD is a great vehicle for a small family. It drives like a minivan but has much more panache. The Lexus brand is highly regarded and holds its resale value very well.
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Ranks #3 Luxury Full Size SUV by Owners

The 2000 Lexus RX has an average owner rating of 4.60 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 7 other Luxury Full Size SUVs.

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Ranks #2 Luxury Full Size SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2000 Lexus RX has a combined MPG of 24 which ranks it #2 of 7 other Luxury Full Size SUVs.

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Is The 2000 Lexus RX A Good Car?

Yes, but it is showing its age and I'll need to replace it soon. It has multiple items to fix and it is probably better to replace it at this point than to put a lot of money into an older vehicle.
Joshua H.
The Lexus RX300 is the best vehicle I have ever owned. It is comfortable, roomy, and classy. I have had this vehicle since 2000 and hope to keep it another 100,000 miles!
Anastasia M.

How Reliable Is The 2000 Lexus RX?

Check engine light is on all of the time now and needs an overhaul of the transmission. The fuel and air mixture is not what it should be either.
Melissa S.
The RX-300 is beyond reliable. Mine is still going and hasn't had any major issues along the way. I am elated with the RX-300.
Tabby R.

Is The 2000 Lexus RX A Good Value?

Right now it's worth about $1,500 but repairs are costly. Work to fix it at a minimum would currently cost about $800 - 1,200, so if you are a grease monkey wanting to learn about working on cars, ... Read More
joel C.
I actually cannot remember how much this vehicle cost in 2000. I bought it after leasing it for a bit. It was a great investment whatever the price as I am still driving it!
Julia K.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2000 lexus rx300 oil type?

Answer: The 2000 Lexus RX300 oil type iS5w-30. The usual cost for a Lexus RX300 engine oil pan replacement is between $587 and $665. Labor costs are priced between $307 and $385 while parts are priced at $290. You will...
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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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