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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Hybrid |
| Base Price | $39,915–$47,390 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2016 Lexus RX Hybrid is a hybrid that earns a Carivo score of 8.1/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.7/10, while Reliability at 7.1/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.1/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 7.9/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.5/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining hybrids to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.3/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $39,915–$47,390, 29 MPG, seating 5, the Lexus RX Hybrid sits in the mid-market bracket of the hybrid segment. Its value score of 8.7/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 10 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2016 Lexus RX Hybrid will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good hybrid should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2016 Lexus RX Hybrid ranks #67 of 135 hybrids in the Carivo database — better than 51% of the segment. Its 8.1/10 overall score is 0.1 points below the segment average of 8.2/10. Its $39,915 starting price is about 26% above the segment's median of $31,584.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Hybrid ranking →
Across the RX Hybrid model years we've scored, the 2016 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8.5/10 | $54,095 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 8.5/10 | $52,520 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.4/10 | $50,944 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.4/10 | $49,368 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.3/10 | $47,793 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.3/10 | $46,217 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.3/10 | $44,642 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 8.2/10 | $43,066 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 8.0/10 | $41,490 | Read review → |
| 2016 (this review) | 8.1/10 | $39,915 |
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