Lexus RX 300 Review
2017-2022
The Lexus RX 300 (AL20 facelift) is a highly comfortable luxury mid-size crossover in Kenya. Powered by a smooth 2.0L Turbo engine (238 hp), it balances executive styling, Mark Levinson audio, and reliability with landed prices ranging from KSh 4.8M to KSh 7.5M.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- Sub-2,000 cc KRA import duty tax savings.
- Exceptionally quiet, refined cabin with Mark Levinson audio.
- Reliable Toyota 8AR-FTS turbo engine mechanicals.
What’s not so good
- Remote Touch trackpad interface requires patience.
- 6-speed automatic feels traditional compared to 8-speed rivals.
Most popular: RX 300 F Sport / Version L
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At a glance
- Model
- Lexus RX 300 (AL20 Series)
- Production years
- 2017–2022
- Body type
- 5-Door Mid-Size Luxury SUV
- Seating capacity
- 5 or 7 (RX 300L)
- Fuel types
- Petrol
- Engine sizes
- 1,998 cc (2.0L Turbo)
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Dynamic Torque Control AWD
- Ground clearance
- 200 mm
- Source market
- UK / Japan (RHD)
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / import-market figures: 11.8 km/L. Tank: 72 L (about 850 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 2,389 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 1,598 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 19,234
- Full tank (72 L)
- KES 16,341
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
Work out a trip cost →Trims & variants
Base / Version L / F Sport
- Setup
2.0L turbo 4-cylinder (238 hp / 350 Nm), 6-speed automatic, AWD, 11.8 km/L combined.
Package tiers
Lexus RX 300 grades range from executive Base and Version L tiers to aggressive F Sport models.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| Version L | Executive luxury | Semi-Aniline leather, 12.3-inch display, power rear seats, 20-inch wheels. |
| F Sport | Sport luxury | F Sport mesh grille, adaptive variable suspension, sport seats, 20-inch dark alloys. |
About the Lexus RX 300
The 2.0L 8AR-FTS turbo engine (1,998 cc) stays strictly under 2,000 cc, qualifying for KRA's standard 25% excise tax bracket.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
