Lexus RX 300

1999-2003 models

FRONTAL OFFSET TEST

OVERALL EVALUATION: Good

Structure/safety cage	Injury measures				Restraints/dummy kinematics
Structure/safety cage	Head/neck	Chest	Leg/foot, left	Leg/foot, right	Restraints/dummy kinematics

Important: Frontal crash test ratings can be compared only among vehicles of similar weight.

Test details:

The Lexus RX 300 was introduced in the 1999 model year.

Restraints/dummy kinematics — Dummy movement was well controlled. After the dummy moved forward into the airbag, it rebounded into the seat without its head coming close to any hard structure that could cause injury.

Injury measures — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity.

Left to right:

Action shot taken during the frontal offset crash test. Larger photo
The dummy's position in relation to the steering wheel and instrument panel after the crash test indicates the driver's upper survival space was maintained well, but there was more footwell intrusion than is desirable. Larger photo
A welded seam across the driver footwell was torn open, allowing intrusion into the center of the footwell. Larger photo
During rebound, the dummy's head hit only the head restraint. The design of this restraint is good when it's adjusted to the highest vertical position. Larger photo

Additional features:

Electronic stability control (beginning with 2001 models)
Antilock brakes
Daytime running lights
Side airbags: front seat-mounted torso airbags

Tested vehicle specifications:

1999 Lexus RX 300 4wd
Class: Midsize luxury SUV
Weight: 3,973 lbs.
Side airbags: front seat-mounted torso airbags
Wheelbase: 103 in.
Length: 180 in.
Width: 72 in.
Engine: 3.0 L V6
EPA ratings: 19 mpg city | 22 mpg highway

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Last updated: March 29, 2006