The RX began life as Lexus' first ever SUV, debuting in 1998. The vehicle also carries the distinction of being the first Lexus model to be built outside of Japan when production started in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, in 2003. Completely redesigned for the 2010 model year, the third-generation RX350 builds on the feature set of its predecessors and offers a fresh interior and exterior styling.

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The redesigned utility vehicle starts at $36,800 for the front-wheel drive version, while adding power to the rear wheels pushes the price up to $38,200. Those prices don't include a destination charge of $825. Power comes from a 3.5-liter V6 offering 275 horsepower at 6200 rpm and 257 pound-feet of torque at 4700 rpm. Fuel economy is estimated at 18 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.

The all-wheel-drive version features an Active Torque Control AWD system that optimizes torque depending on driving conditions, resulting in improved efficiency and performance.

The crossover also features a new, uniquely designed double-wishbone rear suspension that helps provide exceptional agility and control. Its distinctive design also allows for five percent more cargo volume and easier loading. To complement the new rear suspension and provide excellent dexterity and ride comfort, the front McPherson strut geometry was optimized.

The new RX has a long list of high-tech gadgets, including an available Hard Disk Drive (HDD) navigation system, featuring an all-new "Remote Touch" controller. Positioned on the center console, Remote Touch is comparable to a computer mouse. While RX will feature voice recognition as standard, the new navigation system will also include a new casual language voice-recognition system that acknowledges conversational commands. Standard XM satellite-radio capability is joined by XM NavTraffic and new NavWeather features.

The new RX is available with a selection of option packages, which include features like a Mark Levinson Surround Sound system, a dual-screen rear-seat entertainment system, dynamic radar cruise control, and a Sports Package featuring a sport-tuned suspension.

The all-new RX offers a wide-angle side view monitor. With a camera located under the passenger side-view mirror, the driver can check hard-to-view areas on the passenger side of the vehicle by simply selecting a button on the navigation screen or the steering wheel and view the camera image on the navigation screen.