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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX (Japanese: レクサス・NX, Hepburn: Rekusasu NX) is a compact luxury crossover SUV sold by Lexus, a luxury division of Toyota. Introduced in late 2014, it is positioned between the subcompact UX and the mid-size RX in Lexus’ crossover SUV lineup. According to Lexus, the name "NX" stands for "Nimble Crossover".

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First generation (AZ10; 2014)

=== Overview === The first-generation NX was revealed at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition on 20 April 2014. 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. The 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 a "light truck". US sales began in November 2014. Production commenced on 8 August 2014 at Toyota Motor Kyushu's Miyata plant. In September 2017, the NX received a mid-life facelift. The front bumper, grille, and headlamps were revised, as were the taillights and dashboard. The tailgate also received new sheetmetal, echoing Lexus "spindle motif" grille design. Equipment levels were also boosted, with a new safety package (Lexus Safety System +) and an optional head-up display becoming available. Powertrains. The first-generation 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-liter 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 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; 238 PS) at 4,800–5,600 rpm and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅

Second generation (AZ20; 2021)

=== Launch === The AZ20 second-generation Lexus NX is a completely new model underpinned by a new platform, the GA-K shared with the mechanically identical Toyota Venza/Harrier and the fifth-generation Toyota RAV4. Revealed on 11 June 2021, the AZ20 is the first Lexus vehicle to be developed at the Shimoyama Technical Centre. Its exterior dimensions were enlarged by 20 mm (0.8 in) in length and width, while the 2,690 mm (105.9 in) wheelbase is 30 mm (1.2 in) longer than before. The NX incorporates Lexus' new design philosophy, which includes overlapping L shape daytime running lamps that were first introduced onto the RC and UX in 2018. 3-LED headlights are standard. According to Lexus, the hood section has been extended to the edge of the front end, while the grille surface has been raised vertically to create a visually longer front end, which also enables more efficient air flow and cooling. A first in a Lexus production model, the 'L' badge in the rear has been replaced by a spaced out Lexus logotype. This change was done last-minute during development, as a leaked marketing material video in February 2021 shows the vehicle using older 'L' rear badge. The design feature was previewed by the LF-Z Electrified concept from March 2021. The suspension consists of MacPherson struts in front and a trailing arm, double-wishbone design at the rear with extra tuning for the shock absorbers. The F Sport package comes with Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) as standard. Except for the plug-in hybrid model, the steering adopts Lexus’ first variable rack gear to improve high speed stability and quicker cornering response, in addition to easier low speed handling. NVH improvements was done, with Lexus claiming that the air flow and wind noise entering into the cabin has been reduc

Sales

In its first full year of sales the NX sold over 43,000 units in the US. 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. Its success was also strong in Russia, where in its first full year of sales it was the best selling luxury vehicle.

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Specifications

name

Lexus NX

Manufacturer

Toyota

Production

August 2014 – present

Model years

2015–present

Class

Compact luxury crossover SUV

Body style

5-door SUV

Layout

Front-engine, all-wheel-drive, Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

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US EPA fuel-economy records

US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle).

Sources

• Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q16325434CC0 1.0 · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lexus_NXCC BY-SA 4.0 · Text © Wikipedia contributors; revision 1377658904 · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Wikimedia Commons — https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lexus_NX_350_F_Sport_AWD_TAZA25_Celestial_Blue_Glass_Flake_01.jpgCC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo: Ethan Llamas · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Manufacturer website (link only) — https://www.lexus.com/models/NXLink only; no content copied · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.

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