2021 Lexus RX 350 Towing Capacity

If you have your eye on the new Lexus RX 350 but want to know how it will handle your Palm Springs weekend road trips, then you might be wondering, “How much can a Lexus RX tow?” When properly equipped, the 2021 Lexus RX 350 towing capacity reaches an impressive 3,500 pounds, allowing you to tow a small pop-up camper or small fishing boat across the roads with ease. Learn more about the other towing features of this vehicle, like the Towing Prep Package ($270) which makes heavy-duty towing easier, with Shottenkirk Desert Lexus.

Lexus RX Towing Capacity by Model

The Lexus RX 350 towing capacity of 3,500 pounds is the same across all Lexus RX trims. The difference is the slight variation in performance capability of each trim. To see how much torque and horsepower you’ll have on the Palm Desert roads, here are the performance specs of each Lexus RX trim:

2021 Lexus RX 350:

• 3.5L V6 Engine
• 295 horsepower
• 268 lb-ft of torque
• 3,500 pounds of towing capacity

2021 Lexus RX 350 AWD:

• 3.5L V6 Engine
• 295 horsepower
• 268 lb-ft of torque
• 3,500 pounds of towing capacity

2021 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT:

• 3.5L V6 Engine
• 295 horsepower
• 268 lb-ft of torque
• 3,500 pounds of towing capacity

2021 Lexus RX 350 F SPORT AWD:

• 3.5L V6 Engine
• 295 horsepower
• 268 lb-ft of torque
• 3,500 pounds of towing capacity

2021 Lexus RX 350L:

• 3.5L V6 Engine
• 290 horsepower
• 263 lb-ft of torque
• 3,500 pounds of towing capacity

2021 Lexus RX 350L AWD:

• 3.5L V6 Engine
• 290 horsepower
• 263 lb-ft of torque
• 3,500 pounds of towing capacity

2021 Lexus RX 450h AWD:

• 3.5L V6 Engine
• 308 horsepower
• 248 lb-ft of system combined torque
• 3,500 pounds of towing capacity

2021 Lexus RX 450h F SPORT AWD:

• 3.5L V6 Engine
• 308 horsepower
• 248 lb-ft of system combined torque
• 3,500 pounds of towing capacity

2021 Lexus RX 450hL AWD Towing Capacity – 3,500 pounds

• 3.5L V6 Engine
• 308 horsepower
• 248 lb-ft of system combined torque
• 3,500 pounds of towing capacity

If you’re curious about the Black Line Special Edition models, they are offered as variants of the RX 350 F SPORT, the RX 350 F SPORT AWD, and the RX 450h F SPORT AWD, and the Black Line Special Edition models offer the same performance specs.

Other Lexus RX Towing Features

Now that you know how much a Lexus RX can tow, you can check out the available towing features that can help you take on the Indio roads with confidence. Here are some of the highlight towing features of the Lexus RX:

• Heavy-duty radiator (with Towing Prep Package)
• Engine and transmission-oil coolers (with Towing Prep Package)
• Standard Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Standard Lexus Safety System+ 2.0
• Available Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management
• Eight-speed automatic Electronically Controlled Transmission
• Front-wheel drive or Dynamic Torque Control all-wheel drive
• Available electronic differential lock (with AWD)
• Drive Mode Select

When you choose an F SPORT model, you can experience some of the additional performance features:

• Sport S+ Driving Mode
• Adaptive Variable Suspension
• Front and rear performance dampers
• F SPORT tuned electric power steering

Experience the Lexus RX 350 towing capacity and performance capabilities for yourself when you visit Shottenkirk Desert Lexus and choose your own Lexus RX 350. Save on every purchase with our ongoing new vehicle specials.

Experience the Lexus RX 350 at Shottenkirk Desert Lexus

Learn more about the Lexus RX 350 or any of the RX models at Shottenkirk Desert Lexus. We’re located in Cathedral City, but you can contact us online to get one step closer to feeling the power of the Lexus RX 350 towing capacity and more.

Disclaimer:
Ball mount, trailer ball and tow hitch sold separately. Please consult your Lexus dealer or Owner’s Manual for towing and load specifications. Some models require factory tow package option. Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. Do not exceed any Weight Ratings and follow all instructions in your Owner’s Manual.