The 2027 Lexus RX 350 arrives with a simplified lineup, a modest price increase, and one notable addition: optional red brake calipers on the F SPORT Handling grade. The bigger structural change is the elimination of the entry-level Standard trim, making the Premium the new starting point for the RX 350. That move raises the floor price by roughly $2,675 at MSRP but simplifies the buying decision for most shoppers — the Standard was lightly equipped for a vehicle in this segment, and the Premium is where the RX 350’s value case actually lives. Powertrain, platform, and safety technology carry over unchanged from 2026. The lineup now spans nine configurations across five trim grades, with MSRP running from $53,900 to $64,045 pre-destination. This guide covers invoice prices for every 2027 RX 350 configuration, what each trim delivers, and how to approach a Lexus negotiation effectively.
The table below shows MSRP alongside the dealer invoice price for all nine 2027 RX 350 configurations. FWD is available on all trim grades except F SPORT Handling, which is AWD only. Prices are pre-destination. Lexus’s destination, processing, and handling charge on the RX 350 is $1,550 for 2027.
| Trim | Drivetrain | MSRP | Dealer Invoice | Dealer Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | FWD | $53,900 | $50,396 | $3,504 |
| Premium | AWD | $55,500 | $51,892 | $3,608 |
| F SPORT Design | FWD | $56,230 | $52,575 | $3,655 |
| Premium+ | FWD | $57,390 | $53,661 | $3,729 |
| F SPORT Design | AWD | $57,830 | $54,071 | $3,759 |
| Premium+ | AWD | $58,990 | $55,157 | $3,833 |
| F SPORT Handling | AWD | $60,500 | $56,567 | $3,933 |
| Luxury | FWD | $62,445 | $58,385 | $4,060 |
| Luxury | AWD | $64,045 | $59,882 | $4,163 |
Dealer margins on the 2027 RX 350 run from $3,504 on the entry Premium FWD to $4,163 on the top Luxury AWD. These are front-end figures before dealer holdback, which Lexus pays to dealers quarterly and represents additional room below the invoice numbers above. At the Premium+ through Luxury level, combined front-end margin and holdback gives buyers $4,000 to $5,000 or more in total room before the dealer reaches its floor. Lexus dealers are generally among the more disciplined in the luxury segment about holding near MSRP on in-demand models, but buyers with competing quotes and patience on aging inventory will find the margins support meaningful negotiating.
Every 2027 RX 350 uses a 2.4-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder producing 275 horsepower and up to 317 lb-ft of torque, routed through an 8-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is the standard configuration on most trims; all-wheel drive adds $1,600. The F SPORT Handling comes exclusively with AWD.
The 2.4-liter turbo replaced the previous generation’s naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V6 when the current RX debuted for 2023. The turbo four delivers peak torque early in the rpm range, making the RX 350 feel responsive in everyday driving situations. The powertrain is smooth and quiet in normal operation, with the 8-speed automatic shifting predictably and without calling attention to itself. This is an engine tuned for composed comfort, not sporty urgency, which fits what most RX buyers want.
EPA fuel economy is 22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined on FWD configurations and 21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined on AWD. The 17.2-gallon tank gives FWD models a highway range of approximately 500 miles on a fill. Regular unleaded fuel is acceptable; premium is not required.
The Premium is the new entry point for 2027, taking over from the Standard trim that has been discontinued. It is not a stripped-down configuration — all 2027 RX 350 trims share: Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 with the new Curve Speed Management (automatically slows the vehicle in curves when using adaptive cruise), a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 9.8-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, a 12-speaker Lexus premium audio system, six USB ports, NuLuxe synthetic leather seating surfaces, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, open-pore wood interior trim, the Lexus memory system for driver seat and mirrors, 19-inch alloy wheels, and a power tilt-and-slide moonroof. The 2026 Standard’s cloth-seat baseline is gone; every 2027 RX 350 buyer starts with what used to be Premium content. At a $50,396 to $51,892 dealer invoice, the Premium FWD or AWD is the entry-point value case of the RX 350 lineup.
The F SPORT Design branches from the Premium with exterior sport styling rather than interior upgrades. It adds a unique front fascia and grille, black roof rails, and 21-inch Gloss Black Metallic wheels. The suspension tuning is unchanged from the standard setup, and the interior retains the Premium’s feature level. This trim is for buyers who want the RX 350’s sporty visual presentation without the mechanical F SPORT Handling setup, available in both FWD and AWD. It is not a capability or performance upgrade — it is an appearance differentiation at a mid-tier price.
The Premium+ steps the interior content up significantly from the Premium. The 9.8-inch touchscreen grows to a 14-inch unit, genuine leather-trimmed upholstery replaces the NuLuxe of the Premium, and the standard moonroof is replaced by a panoramic glass roof. Twenty-one-inch alloy wheels replace the 19-inch units from the lower trims. Advanced Park (self-parking assist) is available as an option. At a $53,661 to $55,157 invoice, the Premium+ is the right choice for buyers who prioritize the larger screen and genuine leather over the F SPORT Design’s exterior styling.
The F SPORT Handling is AWD-only and the only 2027 RX 350 trim where the chassis is mechanically differentiated from the rest of the lineup. It adds Adaptive Variable Suspension that adjusts damper firmness in real time, F SPORT-specific front seats with deeper lateral bolstering, a perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a head-up display. The exterior gets F SPORT badging and 21-inch alloy wheels. New for 2027, optional red front and rear brake calipers are available on this trim, adding a visual performance statement to the mechanical chassis upgrades. For buyers who want the RX to feel more engaged in spirited driving and are willing to live with a slightly firmer ride, the F SPORT Handling is the configuration that earns its price premium through capability rather than appearance. At a $56,567 invoice, it carries $3,933 of front-end margin.
The Luxury is the top configuration and the most comfort-oriented trim in the RX 350 lineup. It adds semi-aniline leather seating surfaces throughout, a panoramic glass roof, triple-beam LED headlamps, a head-up display, heated and ventilated rear seats in addition to the front seats, and 21-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels with a distinctive finish. The 14-inch touchscreen is standard. At a $58,385 to $59,882 invoice and $4,060 to $4,163 of front-end margin, the Luxury AWD offers the most negotiating room in the entire RX 350 lineup.
The $1,600 MSRP gap between FWD and AWD configurations translates to roughly $1,500 at invoice. For buyers in markets with meaningful winter weather, all-wheel drive is a sensible investment in traction and resale value. For buyers in Sun Belt markets or mild-weather regions who primarily drive on dry pavement, the FWD configuration delivers the same powertrain, interior, and feature content at a lower price point, with a slight fuel economy advantage (25 combined vs. 24 combined mpg). The F SPORT Handling requires AWD and is not available in FWD regardless of trim.
The 2027 RX 350 carries forward the generation launched for 2023 with a handful of meaningful updates. The most significant structural change is the elimination of the Standard trim, making Premium the new entry grade and raising the floor price by $2,675. For buyers who were shopping the Standard, the practical effect is that every 2027 RX 350 now starts with NuLuxe seating, heated and ventilated front seats, and other features the Standard previously lacked, which is a meaningful upgrade for the base buyer even at the higher price.
Optional red front and rear brake calipers are newly available on the F SPORT Handling grade, extending the visual performance option that the previous Appearance Package offered in a different form. Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 gains Curve Speed Management, which works with the full-speed adaptive cruise to manage vehicle speed through curves. The color palette shrank from ten to eight options, with Eminent White Pearl and Copper Crest removed. The Drive Connect trial (cloud navigation and “Hey Lexus” voice assistant on the 14-inch touchscreen) was shortened from three years to three months, while the Remote Connect trial increased from three to five years. Powertrain, platform, dimensions, and core safety technology carry over unchanged.
The 2027 RX 350 is rated to tow up to 3,500 pounds with a trailer brake controller or up to 1,000 pounds unbraked. For buyers planning to tow a small boat, a lightweight utility trailer, or a pop-up camper within those limits, the RX 350 handles the task with an available factory tow hitch package. For heavier towing requirements, the RX 350 is not the right starting point.
Cargo volume is 29.59 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 46.19 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. Those figures are competitive for the premium midsize SUV segment. The RX is a two-row vehicle with no three-row option — buyers who need three rows should look at the RX L (long-wheelbase), TX, or competing three-row models.
The 2027 Lexus RX 350 carries a 4-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 6-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty. Roadside assistance is provided for 4 years with no mileage limitation. Lexus includes complimentary scheduled maintenance for the first 2 years or 25,000 miles under the Lexus Complimentary Maintenance program. The powertrain coverage and complimentary maintenance are competitive advantages over German luxury brands that charge for maintenance separately and offer shorter powertrain terms.
Lexus dealers operate with generally disciplined pricing practices, and the RX 350 is a consistent bestseller in the premium midsize segment. That combination means buyers are unlikely to find deep discounts on a fresh-to-lot vehicle, particularly on the Premium and Premium+ trims where demand is strongest. Front-end margins of $3,500 to $4,200 and holdback create real room for buyers who are prepared.
Use the invoice prices in this guide as your negotiating anchor. On the Premium FWD, $3,504 of front-end margin is the starting point before holdback. On the Luxury AWD, $4,163 is the front-end figure. Opening your offer at or below invoice is a defensible position on lot inventory, particularly on a vehicle that has been sitting for more than 30 to 45 days or on a configuration that is less popular in your local market, such as a less common exterior color.
Compare offers across multiple Lexus dealers in your area. Lexus has sufficient dealer density in most metro markets that competitive bidding is realistic. Dealers will often match or beat a competing quote when the alternative is losing a sale. Email-based quote requests before you visit let you establish a price baseline without committing a full day to in-person negotiation.
Know the competitive context. The RX 350 competes directly with the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Acura MDX, and Genesis GV80. The RX 350’s reliability reputation and lower total cost of ownership compared with German alternatives is a genuine differentiator worth quantifying in your cross-shopping. Dealers know buyers are aware of this and will not be surprised if you raise it.
Timing matters. End-of-month and end-of-quarter periods, when dealers are managing volume targets, produce better negotiating outcomes than mid-month visits. If you can be flexible on when you close, that flexibility has dollar value.
In the finance and insurance office, Lexus dealers commonly offer extended warranty products, appearance protection packages, and service prepay bundles. The factory warranty terms are already strong — 6 years or 70,000 miles on the powertrain — so an extended warranty’s value is primarily for buyers planning to keep the vehicle well beyond those terms. Price any extended coverage separately and compare it against Lexus’s own Vehicle Service Agreement products before agreeing to anything in the F&I office. Appearance and protection packages are almost always low-value purchases relative to their F&I asking price. Know what you want before you sit down.
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