# Green Vehicle Texas Gone Lexus RX Hybrid

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2016/06/green-vehicle-texas-lexus-rx-hybrid/
- Published: 2016-06-05T01:03:14-04:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

FORT WORTH, Texas (May 3, 2016) – Well let’s go green vehicle Texas! So do you get
when you combine head-turning looks with the latest hybrid technology?

For the all-new 2016 Lexus RX 450h, you get a [green](https://greenlivingguy.com/2024/01/lexus-rx-500h-f-sport-performance-2023-test-drive-results/)
award from Texas aka the Lone Star State.

## At the Texas Auto Roundup in Fort Worth this week, the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) named the Lexus RX 450h the “2016 Green Vehicle of Texas.”

“We are grateful to receive this award from such a respected group of auto writers.
To win in Texas is a great honor for Lexus and the new RX,” said Jeff Bracken, Lexus
group vice president and general manager. “We know the mid-sized luxury SUV segment
is extremely competitive. One which is why the new RX is completely reimagined to
reflect a product philosophy. One that is engaging to look at and dynamic to drive.
The results speak for themselves.”

[⌊At the Texas Auto Roundup in Fort Worth this week, the Texas Auto Writers Association(
TAWA) named the Lexus RX 450h the “2016 Green Vehicle of Texas.”⌉⌊At the Texas Auto
Roundup in Fort Worth this week, the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) named
the Lexus RX 450h the “2016 Green Vehicle of Texas.”⌉[

Newsroom: Lexus RX Hybrid Named Green Vehicle of Texas at Texas Auto Writers Auto
Roundup

#### Texas Auto Roundup took place May 1-3 at Texas Motor Speedway. More than 60 journalists test-drove and evaluated vehicles in 16 categories at the event.

The 2016 RX 450h’s mix of sharp creases and curves represents a bold evolution in
the model’s styling, sharing the same design DNA with other recently-launched models.
As the best-selling model in the Lexus lineup, the RX, including the 450h, is packed
with sophisticated safety features, driver aids and new convenience and technology
features to make this one of the best Lexus luxury utility vehicle offerings to 
date.

In addition, a paragon of efficiency. That’s with plentiful power when needed. Then
completely reengineered 3.5-liter direct-injected V6 hybrid engine. For it is an
evolution of the base six-cylinder drivetrain. Thereby producing a combined system
output of 308 horsepower and 30 combined mpg.

In conclusion, the hybrid-powered drivetrain is the latest. Also the most advanced
iteration of the [Lexus Hybrid Drive](https://greenlivingguy.com/2025/09/lexus-gx-550-overtrail-2025-test-drive-review/)
system. Its key components and control systems have been enhanced and reengineered
to deliver impressive fuel economy, low emissions and excellent on-road performance
that will satisfy the most demanding driving enthusiast.

[Source](https://pressroom.lexus.com/lexus-rx-hybrid-green-vehicle-tawa-2016/?view_id=30533):
Lexus

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