The luxury SUV and sedan market is as competitive as ever, even in the used market. So how to make the right decision on how to spend your hard-earned money? One answer is to press the easy button and let Lexus’ L/Certified program guide you to a quality, lightly used car that suits your needs.
On top of being Lexus-certified via a 161-point inspection, each L/Certified pre-owned Lexus comes with an unlimited mileage warranty, roadside assistance, and complimentary maintenance for the first two years or 20,000 miles, whichever comes first.
2019 Lexus RX
- Starting price when new: $43,820
- CPO Fair Purchase Price at Publish Date: $42,947
- Kelley Blue Book Rating: 4.5 out of 5
The Lexus RX is, for many, the quintessential midsize luxury crossover SUV. Its smooth, quiet, and comfortable nature meet a sumptuous interior and ample standard safety features to make a value-packed and welcoming environment on the road. For those seeking better gas mileage, there’s a hybrid option, and those with an eye for sporty looks will find the F Sport interesting.
2019 Lexus RX Enhancements
Not much was new for the 2019 Lexus RX, as the 2018 model year saw the addition of the extended 3-row models, the RX 350L and RX 450hL. One addition for the 2019 model year was the Lexus Enform Remote system, which enables Amazon Alexa skill integration, as standard equipment to all RX models.
2019 Lexus RX Lineup
Two primary models make up the 2019 Lexus RX range: The RX 350 and the RX 450h. The RX 350 uses a 3.5-liter V6 engine rated for 295 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque with a standard 8-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard on the RX 350, but all-wheel drive (AWD) is available, as is the extended-wheelbase, 3-row RX 350L variant. The RX 350 scores up to 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway in FWD form.
The RX 450h hybrid variant also offers an extended variant, but whichever size you choose, it’ll be powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine and a 123-kW electric motor good for a total system power of 308 horsepower. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is standard in the hybrid model, as is AWD. The RX 450h manages a much more impressive 31 mpg city and 28 mpg highway thanks to its hybrid powertrain. See Certified Lexus RX models for sale near you
2019 Lexus NX
- Starting price when new: $36,385
- CPO Fair Purchase Price at Publish Date: $32,954
- Kelley Blue Book rating: 4.4 out of 5
Lexus’ NX compact luxury SUV has proved to be a fan favorite since its introduction, selling well and popping up seemingly everywhere with its dramatic styling. Building on the underpinnings of Toyota’s excellent RAV4, the NX’s exterior and interior are all Lexus, with lots of available technology features and plenty of standard safety equipment.
2019 Lexus NX Enhancements
The Lexus NX was substantially updated for the 2018 model year, and so it carried forward into the 2019 model year largely unchanged. Minor updates for the 2019 model year included the addition of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration as standard equipment.
2019 Lexus NX Lineup
The 2019 Lexus NX lineup is made up of just two primary variants: The NX 300 and the NX 300h hybrid. Front-wheel drive is standard for the non-hybrid, while the hybrid gets AWD by default. The NX 300 uses a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder rated at 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The NX 300 is rated at up 22 mpg city and 28 mpg highway, depending on configuration.
The NX 300h, on the other hand, uses a 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle 4-cylinder paired with a hybrid system and a CVT for a total system power rating of 194 horsepower. The NX 300h is rated at 33 mpg city and 30 mpg highway. See Certified Lexus NX models for sale near you
2019 Lexus GX
- Starting price when new: $52,505
- CPO Fair Purchase Price at Publish Date: $47,389
- Kelley Blue Book rating: 3.7 out of 5
The Lexus GX is a capable, luxurious, roomy 3-row SUV that’s on the large end of the midsize spectrum. As rugged as it is refined, the GX is well-suited to weekend off-road outings, yet also ready for trips to work or the baseball diamond.
2019 Lexus GX Enhancements
The 2019 model year brought 10 years of complimentary Enform Safety Connect and Service Connect to the Lexus GX lineup, allowing buyers to remotely start their cars, unock their doors, and set the climate controls all from a smartphone app. Base model and Premium trims also gained blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert as standard equipment.
2019 Lexus GX Lineup
There’s just a single model in the 2019 Lexus GX range, the Lexus GX 460. Powered by a 4.6-liter V8 rated for 301-horsepower and 329 lb-ft, the GX 460 scores just 15 mpg city and 18 mpg highway. A 6-speed transmission handles gear shifts, while all four wheels are driven by a full-time 4-wheel-drive (4WD) system with 2-speed transfer case and locking center differential for legitimate off-roading.
As for trim lines, there’s the base model, the Premium, and the Luxury. The Premium strikes a value sweet spot, adding features like heated and ventilated front seats, 3-zone climate control, rain-sensing wipers, parking assist, and more, for just $2,500. The Luxury trim gains adaptive suspension, second-row captain’s chair seating, and power-folding third row seats, among other upgrades. See Certified Lexus GX models for sale near you
2019 Lexus ES
- Starting price when new: $39,500
- CPO Fair Purchase Price at Publish Date: $40,008
- Kelley Blue Book rating: 4.8 out of 5
Sharp exterior looks, impressive driving dynamics, and a comfortable, quiet interior are just some of the 2019 Lexus ES’ key traits. All-new for the 2019 model year, the ES is longer, wider, and more spacious, yet also more efficient and higher performing. The previous ES’ understated elegance has been set aside for a more aggressive look, but the core ES characteristics are still front and center.
2019 Lexus ES Enhancements
Completely redesigned for the 2019 model year, the ES’ dramatic new look hints at the completely revamped powertrains, interior, and equipment just beneath the surface. The interior, likewise, was all-new, with more luxurious materials, fresh design, and even greater comfort. For the first time, Lexus offered the ES with an F Sport trim, and Apple CarPlay became available.
2019 Lexus ES Lineup
Two core variants of the 2019 Lexus ES divide the range into internal combustion engine (ICE) and hybrid models, though both are front-wheel drive. The ES 350 and ES 350 F Sport use a 3.5-liter V6 engine rated for 302 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque, paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The ES 350 rates 22 mpg city and 33 mpg highway, while the F Sport model scores 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway.
The ES 300h hybrid gets a 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle 4-cylinder engine and hybrid drive system rated for 215 horsepower total system power. The ES 300h hybrid is much more efficient than the ES 350 at 43 mpg city and 45 mpg highway. See Certified Lexus GX models for sale near you
Why should I buy a Lexus Certified Pre-Owned vehicle?
The Lexus L/Certified Pre-Owned program helps ensure the used vehicle you purchase will not only meet your immediate needs, but continue to do so for some time to come. To start with, two years after purchase is an unlimited-mileage warranty that comes standard with every L/Certified vehicle. If the original 4-year/50,000-mile new car warranty is still in effect, the L/Certified warranty will extend two years beyond the end of the original warranty period.
On top of the extended warranty coverage, each L/Certified Lexus has passed a 161-point inspection by Lexus-certified technicians, and Lexus’ Roadside Assistance coverage is also included during the warranty coverage period, and is available throughout the continental U.S. and Canada.
