The Lexus RX I (XU10) is a crossover SUV produced from 1997 to 2003. It is the 1st of 5 generations of the RX in our catalog.
Engines: 3.0 V6 (RX300) (1MZ-FE), 204 hp. Transmission: automatic; all-wheel drive. Length 4,575 mm, wheelbase 2,615 mm, fuel tank 65 L.
Facelift: 2001. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.
| Production years | 1997–2003 |
|---|---|
| Body | crossover SUV |
| Engine | 3.0 V6 (RX300) |
| Engine code | 1MZ-FE |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Fuel | petrol |
| Power | 204 hp |
| Torque | 283 Nm |
| Transmission | automatic, 4-speed |
| Gearbox model | 4AT U140F |
| Drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4,575 mm |
| Width | 1,815 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,615 mm |
| Fuel tank | 65 L |
| Engine | Under 10 years | 10–20 years (×0.7) | Over 20 years (×0.5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 V6 (RX300) | ≈ 42,425 ₸ | ≈ 29,697 ₸ | ≈ 21,212 ₸ |
Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →
What to check when buying: oil consumption; vibration at idle and when engaging a gear.
Tip: Timing belt on schedule.
What to check when buying: shift smoothness with a warmed-up gearbox.
Tip: Reliable gearboxes; despite being "maintenance-free", it's better to change the oil every 60–80k km.
Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.
Factory sizes: tyres 215/70R16, 225/60R17, 225/55R18, 235/55R18; bolt pattern 5x114.3. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →
3.0 V6 (RX300), code 1MZ-FE, 204 hp, 283 Nm.
automatic (4AT U140F).
Fuel tank 65 l.
For 2026, about 42,425 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.