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Lexus NX 2 (AZ20)

Compact Crossover

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Lexus NX Mk2 (chassis code AZ20) is a compact crossover in production from 2021. It is available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 2.4 to 2.5 liters.

Compared to the original NX, the Mk2 has a more athletic exterior that matches the "spindle" front grille better. From some angles, it is a much more coherent vehicle.

The plug-in hybrid drivetrain can help the owner save on fuel and car tax, though those who plan on keeping the car after warranty should be mindful of the complexity.

The Lexus NX 2 is limited to inline-4, which just a decade ago would be considered inadequate but which is what most have to live with today, thanks to regulations.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 65%

Pros

Decent exterior styling
Some offroad capabilities
Low official fuel consumption
High reliability

Cons

Bland

What external reviewers found

External score 63%

Pros

Fantastic performance
Excellent fuel economy
Comfortable ride
Fantastic infotainment
Sleek styling
Fantastic infotainment system

Cons

Lack of safety features
Lacklustre handling
Expensive compared to its predecessor
Not as comfortable as its predecessor
Fiddly trackpad
Touchpad is unintuitive

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Specifications

Variants shown:

NX 250 AWD

NX 250

NX 350 AWD

NX 350h AWD

NX 350h

NX 450h+ AWD

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External Reviews

autocar^[1]

Reviewer score 50% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autocar have found:

The NX 450h+ is Lexus's first plug-in hybrid car. Powered by a 2.5-litre petrol engine with a 180bhp electric motor on the rear axle, and another with 54bhp at the front for a total output of 305bhp. An 18.1kWh under-floor battery endows the crossover with an EV range of 43 miles. A 0-62mph time of 6.3 seconds makes the NX one of the fastest crossovers of its kind.

Pros

Fantastic performance
Punchy infotainment system

Cons

Lacklustre handling
Pricier than its predecessor

autoexpress^[2]

Reviewer score 68% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autoexpress have found:

The all-new Lexus NX in plug-in hybrid 450h+ form adds advanced powertrain tech and improved infotainment to the premium Japanese brand's recipe for a mid-size SUV. Material and build quality are still great, while the NX is also now a more practical machine. It's pricier too, but then it now offers more than ever, especially if you're after an alternative to some of the mainstream German manufacturers.

Pros

More practical than its predecessor
Improved infotainment

Cons

Expensive compared to its predecessor

carmagazine^[3]

Reviewer score 70% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from carmagazine have found:

On our 70-ish mile test drive with the four-wheel drive version we managed 42mpg which is pretty damn close to its WLTP (44.1-47.9mpg) figures. Previously, Lexus' insistence on sticking with an awkward floating joystick and later, a touchpad, combined with ancient and ugly software meant frustration on every journey. The old system's been replaced by a full touchscreen unit – 9.8-inches across on the base model nobody's going to buy, and a massive 14-inches on the higher-spec cars.

Pros

Fantastic infotainment
Comfortable to drive

Cons

Pricier than the X3
Comes with a touchpad

cnet^[4]

Reviewer score 65% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from cnet have found:

The 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line gets its forward motion from a 2.5-liter inline-four. It's a regular old hybrid, not a plug-in, so its battery is limited to a couple miles of electric-only operation. The continuously variable transmission is so well tuned that I basically forget it exists.

Pros

Sleek styling
Comfortable ride
Excellent fuel economy

Cons

Touchpad is unintuitive
Lack of safety features

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References

^ Lexus NX review . [autocar].
^ New Lexus NX 2021 review. [autoexpress].
^ Lexus NX (2022) review: plug-in and self-charging hybrid tested. [carmagazine].
^ 2021 Lexus NX 300h review: Nothing you haven't seen before. [cnet].

Lexus NX 2 (AZ20)

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autocar[1]

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autocar^[1]

autoexpress^[2]

carmagazine^[3]

cnet^[4]