Lexus · NX
NX
Lexus's mid-size luxury SUV, in its second generation since 2021, sold in the UK as the NX 350h self-charging hybrid with front- or all-wheel drive and as the NX 450h+ plug-in hybrid, suited to buyers who want a quiet, economical premium SUV.
- Body
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
- Power
- 241–305 bhp
- Range
- 46 mi
- Boot
- 525 l
What reviewers say
Reviewers agree the NX is comfortable and refined over distance, with a plush, well-built interior, efficient hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains and a strong reliability record. The common criticisms are a choppy low-speed ride, only average boot space and a petrol engine that drones when worked; Parkers found it unexciting to drive and the steering-wheel controls confusing.
From autocar.co.uk, autoexpress.co.uk, whatcar.com and parkers.co.uk
Specifications
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- Powertrain
- Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
- Power
- 241–305 bhp
- 0–62 mph
- 6.3–8.7 s
- Top speed
- 124 mph
- Engine or motors
- 2,487 cc four-cylinder petrol with electric motors. NX 350h: 187 bhp engine, 178 bhp front motor (plus a 53 bhp rear motor on AWD), 241 bhp (244 DIN hp, 179 kW) system. NX 450h+: 183 bhp engine, 183 bhp front and 53 bhp rear motors, 305 bhp (309 DIN hp, 227 kW) system; 18.1 kWh lithium-ion battery
- Torque
- 239 Nm engine and 270 Nm front motor (NX 350h); 227 Nm engine, 270 Nm front and 121 Nm rear motors (NX 450h+)
- Gearbox
- E-CVT
- Drive
- Front- or all-wheel drive (NX 350h); all-wheel drive (NX 450h+)
Range and charging
- Zero-emission range (WLTP)
- 46 miles
- Battery
- 18.1 kWh
- Economy (WLTP)
- 47.09–49.5 mpg
- Range detail
- NX 450h+: 42–46 miles WLTP combined and 55–61 miles in the urban cycle on electricity
- Charging
- NX 450h+: 6.6 kW on-board AC charger; no DC charging
- Efficiency
- WLTP combined: 49.5 mpg (NX 350h FWD), 44.1–47.09 mpg (NX 350h AWD), 256.8–313.8 mpg weighted (NX 450h+) per Lexus's 2024 technical specification
- CO2 emissions
- 129–145 g/km (NX 350h), 21–25 g/km (NX 450h+) per the 2024 specification; Lexus's June 2026 price list gives 134–143 g/km for the NX 350h MY26 and 65–74 g/km for the NX 450h+ MY26
Practicality
- Body
- SUV
- Seats
- 5
- Boot
- 525 litres
- Length
- 4,660 mm
- Width
- 1,865 mm
- Weight
- From 1,790 kg
- Boot
- 525 litres (521 litres NX 350h FWD) with the rear seats up, 1,436 litres folded
- Towing
- 1,500 kg braked, 750 kg unbraked
- Size
- 4,660 mm long, 1,865 mm wide with mirrors folded, 1,660 mm high (1,670 mm on 20-inch wheels); 2,690 mm wheelbase; kerb weight 1,800–1,870 kg (350h FWD), 1,790–1,870 kg (350h AWD), 1,990–2,050 kg (450h+)
Tech and safety
- Warranty
- Up to 10 years or 100,000 miles (three years or 60,000 miles, extended by a year or 10,000 miles with each qualifying Lexus service); hybrid battery 5 years or 60,000 miles
Pros and cons
Pros
- NX 450h+ has 305 bhp, reaches 62 mph in 6.3 seconds and has a WLTP electric range of up to 46 miles
- Tows 1,500 kg braked on every version
- Warranty up to 10 years or 100,000 miles with qualifying Lexus services
Cons
- NX 450h+ charges on AC only, at 6.6 kW
- 525-litre boot (521 litres on the NX 350h FWD)
- Kerb weight up to 2,050 kg for the NX 450h+
Closest rivals
Model | Body | Powertrain | Power | Range | Boot | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV | Petrol, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 147–283 bhp | 40–44 mi | 591 l | 2021 | |
| SUV | Petrol, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 148–284 bhp | 38.2–40.7 mi | 620 l | Jan 2021 | |
| SUV | Mild hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 194–329 bhp | 74–75 mi | 620 l | 2022 |
Sources
- media.lexus.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/pdf/240809-NX-Tech-Specs.pdf
- media.lexus.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/pdf/240809-NX-Press-Pack.pdf
- media.lexus.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/pdf/NX-Prices-1-June-2026.pdf
- lexus.co.uk/new-cars/nx/overview
- media.lexus.co.uk/vehicles/nx-2021-current
- media.lexus.co.uk/lexus-announces-prices-and-opens-pre-ordering-for-the-all-new…
Photo: images.lexus-europe.com
