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Automotive journalists agree that the 2015 Lexus RX 350 delivers exceptional comfort, a peaceful ride, roomy rear seats and ample cargo room, but a less-than-entertaining driving experience.

With the best combination of positive reviews and long-term ownership costs in its class, the Lexus RX 350 is our 2015 Best Luxury 2-Row SUV for the Money. The RX isn't just a great value, it's also a great family SUV. It has the best combination of interior space, safety and reliability ratings and available family-friendly features in its class, making it our 2015 Best Luxury 2-Row Midsize SUV for Families.

The V6 engine in the 2015 Lexus RX 350 is hushed at speed and provides plenty of punch for passing on the highway, critics say. It is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The RX 350's fuel economy is on par for the class, earning up to an EPA-estimated 18/25 mpg city/highway. Reviewers agree that the RX 350’s extremely comfortable ride is a strong suit. However, they also say the RX 350 has numb steering and dull handling.

Compared with competitors, some test drivers say the 2015 Lexus RX 350's cabin is less upscale, but they appreciate the SUV's first-rate materials and solid build quality. Automotive journalists report that the front-seat driving position is comfortable and the rear seats' head- and legroom are ample for taller passengers. The RX 350 delivers excellent cargo space for the class. Standard features in the 2015 RX 350 include a power liftgate, sliding and reclining rear seats, push-button start, an infotainment system with a 7-inch touch screen, a rearview camera, a 12-speaker audio system, satellite radio, a USB port and Bluetooth. Available features include leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, a moonroof, parallel parking assist, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, forward collision warning, a rear-seat entertainment system, a 15-speaker Mark Levinson sound system and navigation with Lexus’ Remote Touch system. Test drivers agree that the Remote Touch system’s controller doesn’t respond to user inputs very accurately, and that it can be distracting to use while driving.