Import a Lexus RX from Japan

A used Lexus RX (2015–2025) sources from Japan's auctions for roughly $15,000–$50,000 FOB (estimate, as of 2026-07-01). AskJapanCars — a licensed, Japan-registered exporter — explains the auction sheet, scores the risk, and estimates the landed cost to your country.

Price & value

$15,000–$50,000 FOB Japan

Estimate · as of 2026-07-01

The Lexus RX is a premium SUV suited to premium family SUV buyers. Across the 2015–2025 examples we track it sources from Japan's licensed auctions for roughly $15,000–$50,000 FOB, depending on generation, grade and mileage (estimate, as of 2026-07-01). The table below breaks that range down by generation and condition.

Prices are estimates based on recent auction data. Your licensed dealer confirms exact figures before any bid is placed.

Price by generation and condition

The RX price range above, broken down by version and condition. FOB Japan, estimates as of 2026-07-01.

Version	Years	FOB price (USD)	Typical mileage	Note
RX AL20 early/high km	2015–2017	$15,000–$20,000	90k–160k km	Older/high-km RX can touch this band.
RX AL20	2016–2018	$20,000–$25,000	70k–140k km	Mid-age RX fits low-mid 20s.
RX AL20 mid	2018–2020	$25,000–$30,000	60k–120k km	Good premium SUV value.
RX late AL20	2020–2021	$30,000–$35,000	40k–100k km	Late RX range.
RX late / early new-gen high km	2021–2023	$35,000–$40,000	30k–80k km	RX overlaps this band.
RX new-gen early	2022–2024	$40,000–$45,000	20k–60k km	Early new-gen RX.
RX new-gen high grade	2023–2025	$45,000–$50,000	10k–50k km	High-grade RX.

What to check on the auction sheet

F Sport/hybrid varies. Clean units often higher. F Sport/low-km higher. New-gen low-km higher. F Sport/PHEV higher. F Sport higher. Always confirm the auction-sheet grade, the inspector’s interior/exterior map, and the service history before any bid is placed. At higher mileage, prioritise timing-belt/chain, suspension and maintenance records.

Specifications

Years: 2015–2025
Segment: Premium SUV
Body type: suv
Drive / steering: Right-hand drive (Japan-spec)
Fuel: Petrol / Hybrid
Transmission: Automatic (typical)
Typical condition: Auction grades are typically 3.5–4.5 for clean export examples; mileage commonly runs 10k–160k km across the 2015–2025 range.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a used Lexus RX cost in Japan?

Roughly $15,000–$50,000 FOB at Japanese auction for 2015–2025 examples (estimate, as of 2026-07-01). Generation, auction grade and mileage decide where a car falls in that range. Shipping, insurance, duty and local taxes are added on top.

Does the RX come right-hand drive from Japan?

Japan drives on the left, so Japanese-market examples of the Lexus RX are right-hand drive. Check that your country accepts right-hand-drive imports before you buy. We do not convert steering.

Is the RX available from Japan's auctions?

Usually, yes. Japan's auction houses, of which USS is the largest network, sell tens of thousands of used cars every week, and a licensed member can read each car's auction sheet before bidding. The number of RX cars listed varies from week to week.

Sources

Goo-net Exchange Lexus RX