Lexus NX

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Not to be confused with Nissan NX.
Lexus NX
2017 Lexus NX 300h Luxury CVT 2.5 Front.jpg
2017 Lexus NX 300h Luxury AGZ10, facelift)
Overview
ManufacturerLexus
Production2014–present
Body and chassis
ClassCompact luxury crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout

The Lexus NX (Japanese: レクサス・NX, Rekusasu NX) is a compact luxury crossover SUV sold by Lexus, a luxury division of Toyota. It was introduced in late 2014 as an all-new, entry-level crossover model in Lexus' lineup, slotted below the mid-size RX crossover. The name "NX" stands for "Nimble Crossover".[1] In 2018, a new entry-level crossover was introduced, the Lexus UX, no longer making the NX the entry-level model. It is the second smallest SUV in Lexus’ SUV lineup. The NX was proven to be well-received, as it was a sales success. It was the best-selling Lexus in Europe, and the best-selling luxury car in Russia.

First generation (AZ10; 2015)[]

First generation (AZ10)
Lexus NX 200t 2015 (18115046615) (cropped).jpg
2015 Lexus NX 200t (AGZ10, pre-facelift)
Overview
ProductionAugust 2014–2021
Model years2015–2021
Assembly
DesignerNobuyuki Tomatsu (2012)[4][5][6]
Body and chassis
PlatformToyota New MC platform
Related
  • Toyota RAV4 (XA40)
  • Toyota Harrier (XU60)
Powertrain
Engine
  • 2.0 L 3ZR-FAE I4 (gasoline, NX 200; Russia)[7]
  • 2.0 L 8AR-FTS I4-T (gasoline, NX 200t/300)
  • 2.5 L 2AR-FXE I4 (gasoline hybrid, NX 300h)
Electric motor
  • 105 kW (141 hp; 143 PS) 2JM synchronous (NX 300h, front)
  • 50 kW (67 hp; 68 PS) 2FM synchronous (NX 300h, rear)
Power output
  • 175 kW (235 hp; 238 PS) (NX 200t/300)
  • 112 kW (150 hp; 152 PS) (NX 300h, gasoline engine only); 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS) (NX 300h, combined system output)
Transmission
  • 6-speed U661 E/F automatic (NX 200t/300)
  • eCVT (NX 300h)
Hybrid drivetrainPower-split Hybrid (NX 300h)
Battery6.5 Ah (1.6 kW·h) 244.8V NiMH
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,660 mm (104.7 in)
Length4,640 mm (182.7 in)
Width1,845 mm (72.6 in)
Height1,645 mm (64.8 in)
Curb weight1,710–1,850 kg (3,770–4,079 lb)

Overview[]

The first generation NX was revealed at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition on 20 April 2014.[8] The NX shares a small portion of parts with the Toyota RAV4 primarily related to the structure and wheelbase, while the styling, suspension parts, some engines, interior, and level of luxury and craftsmanship are unique to the Lexus.[9] Lexus NX variants sold in the United States feature slightly altered fascias, which facilitate higher departure angles, allowing it to be identified by the US EPA as an "off-road vehicle".[10][11] US sales began in November 2014.[12] Production commenced on 8 August 2014 at Toyota Motor Kyushu's Miyata plant.[13]

Powertrain[]

The NX is available in three powertrains; which are designated NX 200t/300, NX 300h, and NX 200.

The NX 200t/300 is powered by a 2.0 L 8AR-FTS turbocharged four-cylinder direct injection engine that can run on both Otto and Atkinson cycles. This engine has Lexus’ Economy with Superior Thermal Efficient Combustion (ESTEC) direct injection 4-stroke with turbo (D-4ST) fuel injection. With separate twin injectors for both direct and port injection, ESTEC D-4ST could perform high-pressure direct injection into the cylinder and conventional intake port injection, or direct cylinder injection only, according to engine speed. Mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, this engine produces 175 kW (235 hp) at 4,800–5,600 rpm and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) at 1,650–4,000 rpm.

The NX 300h is powered by a 2.5 L 2AR-FXE engine mated to an electric motor and CVT that puts out a combined power output of 145 kW (194 hp).

In addition, the NX 200 with a 2.0 L 3ZR-FAE naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine producing 112 kW (150 hp) is available in Russian markets.[7]

Gallery[]

  • NX 200t (AGZ10, pre-facelift)

  • NX 200t (AGZ10, pre-facelift)

  • NX 300h F Sport AWD (AYZ15, pre-facelift)

  • NX 300h F Sport AWD (AYZ15, pre-facelift)

  • NX 300h Luxury (AYZ10, facelift)

  • NX 300h Luxury (AYZ10, facelift)

  • NX 300 with US-specific front bumper (AGZ10, facelift)

  • NX 300 (AGZ10, facelift)

  • NX 300 F Sport (AGZ10, facelift)

  • NX 300h F Sport (AYZ10, facelift)

  • Interior (facelift)

Second generation (AZ20; 2021)[]

Second generation (AZ20)
Lexus-NX-450h+2021.jpg
Lexus NX 450h+ F Sport (AAZH20)
Overview
Production2021–present
Model years2022–present
Body and chassis
PlatformTNGA: GA-K
Related
  • Toyota RAV4 (XA50)
  • Toyota Harrier/Venza (XU80)
Powertrain
Engine
  • 2.5 L A25A-FKS I4 (gasoline, NX 250)
  • 2.4 L T24A-FTS I4-T (gasoline, NX 350)
  • 2.5 L A25A-FXS I4 (Hybrid, NX 350h)
  • 2.5 L A25A-FXS I4 (Plug-in hybrid, NX 450h+)
Electric motorPermanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
  • 88 kW (118 hp; 120 PS) 5NM + 40 kW (54 hp; 54 PS) 4NM (NX 350h)
  • 134 kW (180 hp; 182 PS) 5NM (NX 450h+)
Power output
  • 151.5 kW (203 hp; 206 PS) (NX 250)
  • 205 kW (275 hp; 279 PS) (NX 350)
  • 178 kW (239 hp; 242 PS) (NX 350h, combined system output)
  • 225 kW (302 hp; 306 PS) (NX 450h+), combined system output)
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrain
  • Power-split (NX 350h)
  • PHEV (NX 450h+)
Battery
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,690 mm (105.9 in)
Length4,660 mm (183.5 in)
Width1,865 mm (73.4 in)
Height1,650 mm (65.0 in)

The second generation Lexus NX was revealed on 11 June 2021. 4 trims were introduced, consisting of 2 gasoline trims and 2 hybrid trims – the NX 250, NX 350, NX 350h and NX 450h+. A range of new powertrains were introduced as well, most of them being shared with the Toyota RAV4. An all-new engine was introduced in the NX 350, the T24A-FTS 2.4 L turbocharged inline-4 which produces 205 kW (275 hp; 279 PS) and 430 N⋅m (317 lb⋅ft). The NX 450h+ was also introduced as the first plug-in hybrid vehicle in Lexus' lineup and shares the same powertrain as the Toyota RAV4 Prime.[14]

Rear view

Sales[]

In its first full year of sales the NX sold over 43,000 units in the USA. It was also successful in Europe where it sold over 28,000 in its first full year of sales, of which more than 17,000 were hybrids. This made it Lexus's best selling model in Europe.[15] Its success was also strong in Russia, where in its first full year of sales it was the best selling luxury vehicle.[16]

Calendar year US sales (hybrid) Europe sales (hybrid)
2014 2,927[17] (354)[18]
2015 43,764[17] (2,573)[19] 28,417 (17,278)[15]
2016 54,884[20] (2,842)[21]
2017 59,341[22] (3,323)[23] 27,789 (19,747)[citation needed]
2018 62,079 (9,062)[23]
2019 58,715 (9,638)[24]

References[]

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